Tucked into +/- 56 acres of Appalachian beauty, this off-grid hemlock log cabin is your rustic dream come true. Energy-efficient and self-sustaining, it features a stone fireplace, walnut floors, granite counters, propane cookstove, kitchen woodstove, and on-demand hot water. A main-floor bedroom and bath offer comfort, while a cozy loft welcomes guests. Gravity-fed spring water, septic, and generator-ready power keep life simple. With streams, springs, garden space, and a fenced poultry coop, it's ideal for a homestead or retreat. Borders 246 acres of US Forest Service land for private hiking/hunting. Perfect for a family compound, off grid getaway or a hunters paradise. 20 Minutes to Downtown Marion and minutes to Altapass Orchard, Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville, Boone & more. Come claim your slice of Appalachian heaven! O
Active
$699,000
459 Old Yellow Mountain Rd, Marion, NC 28752
2beds
825sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2015
56 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$847/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Stone fireplaceCozy loftGarden spaceWalnut floorsOn-demand hot waterMain-floor bedroom and bathGranite counters
- 291 days |
- 2,108 |
- 104 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 25, 2026 at 07:25am
Listing Provided by:
Timothy Johnson timjbbr@gmail.com,
Black Bear Realty WNC,
Shane Kamer,
Black Bear Realty WNC
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4269848
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Propane, Other
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: None
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Kitchen, Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 825
- Total interior livable area: 825 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 825
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
- Waterfront features: None, Creek, Creek/Stream
Lot
- Size: 56 Acres
- Features: Adjoins Forest, Hilly, Level, Private, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 170700569918
- Zoning: OU
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Fuel Tank(s), Generator Hookup
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Wood
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2015
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Spring
- Utilities for property: Propane
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Marion
- Elevation: 1500 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $847/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $313,990
- Annual tax amount: $2,160
- Date on market: 6/13/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 291 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Owner Financing
- Road surface type: Dirt, Gravel
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,559/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $699,000-22.2%$847/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4269848 Report a problem | ||
| 8/18/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4001307 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2023 | Price change | $898,500-0.1%$1,089/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #CAR4001307 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2023 | Listed for sale | $899,000+156.9%$1,090/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4001307 Report a problem | ||
| 9/6/2020 | Listing removed | $350,000$424/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Professionals #3488708 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2020 | Price change | $350,000-36.4%$424/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams - Black Mtn. #3488708 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2019 | Listed for sale | $550,000$667/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams - Black Mtn. #3488708 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,160 | $313,990 |
| 2024 | $2,160 +17.6% | $313,990 +17.6% |
| 2023 | $1,837 +65% | $267,030 +67.4% |
| 2022 | $1,113 +4.5% | $159,490 |
| 2021 | $1,065 -1.5% | $159,490 |
| 2020 | $1,081 -98.6% | $159,490 +36.2% |
| 2017 | $75,015 +9900% | $117,120 |
| 2016 | $750 | $117,120 +73.5% |
| 2014 | $750 +82.2% | $67,500 |
| 2013 | $412 | $67,500 |
| 2012 | -- | $67,500 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,710/mo
Principal & interest
$3407
Property taxes
$303
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28752
Getting around
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GreatSchools rating
- 4/10North Cove Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 4.3 mi
- 2/10West Mcdowell Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 10.5 mi
- 3/10Mcdowell High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 10.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: North Cove
- Middle: West McDowell
- High: McDowell
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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