Reduced price to sell! Rare 1.94 flat acres with homestead potential just 20–25 minutes to Asheville. Beautifully updated contemporary farmhouse offering privacy, usable land, and modern comfort minutes from downtown Mars Hill. Many upgrades. 3BR / 2.5BA, 2,138 sq ft home features a main-level primary suite. Living area has vaulted ceilings, sky lights and engineered hardwood throughout and in the bedrooms (tile in baths).
The newly renovated kitchen offers wood beams in the ceiling, ALL Bosch appliances, gas range and vented hood, soft-close cabinetry. Open concept which flows into a cozy living area with the beautiful floor to ceiling natural stone, wood-burning fireplace. The primary ensuite is a true retreat with a total bathroom/closet renovation. Including a glass-enclosed steam shower, cast-iron soaking tub, bidet toilet (enclosed with pocket doors), soft-close cabinets, and designer walk-in closet. Through the pocket-doors from ensuite is access to a bright private office overlooking the front yard with abundant natural light.
Additional features include well + septic, central HVAC, appliances, washer and dryer included, and a whole-house water filtration system located in the crawl space.
Enjoy outdoor living with a wrap-around front porch and open back deck, plus fire pit, fenced garden space, fruit trees, mature trees, and two storage sheds. Pet-friendly features include a large fenced-in side yard with dog-door access to both the home and garage, along with an invisible fence surrounding the full 1.94-acre perimeter (two collars included).
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Price cut: $36K (3/15)
$699,000
649 Upper Bailey Branch Rd, Mars Hill, NC 28754
3beds
2,146sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1992
1.94 Acres Lot
$663,700 Zestimate®
$326/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wrap-around front porchVaulted ceilingsOpen back deckGlass-enclosed steam showerFenced garden spaceFruit treesMature trees
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: 15 hours ago
Listing Provided by:
Heidi Cormier heidi.cormier@kw.com,
Keller Williams Professionals
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4344210
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Main
Bathroom half
- Features: Built-in Features
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Features: None
- Level: Upper
Other
- Features: None
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Drop Zone, Open Floorplan, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Drop Zone, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan
- Level: Main
Heating
- Ductless, Electric, Hot Water, Propane
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Exhaust Hood, Filtration System, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Self Cleaning Oven, Wall Oven, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Doors: Pocket Doors, Sliding Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Skylight(s)
- Has basement: No
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,146
- Total interior livable area: 2,146 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,146
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Parking Space(s), Shared Driveway, Garage on Main Level
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
- Details: Shared driveway with adjacent vacant land. easement 16ft right of way.
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Two or More Access Exits, Door Width 32 Inches or More, Garage Door Height Greater Than 84 inches, Kitchen 60 Inch Turning Radius, Accessible Electrical and Environmental Controls, Mobility Friendly Flooring
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Fire Pit, Storage
- Fencing: Back Yard,Chain Link,Fenced,Full,Invisible,Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 1.94 Acres
- Features: Orchard(s), Green Area, Level, Open Lot, Private, Wooded, Views
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 9768340682
- Zoning: R-A
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Hardboard Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1992
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics, Propane, Satellite Internet Available, Underground Power Lines, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: NONE
Location
- Region: Mars Hill
- Elevation: 2500 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $326/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $307,415
- Date on market: 3/1/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 14 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Estimated market value
$663,700
$631,000 - $697,000
$3,092/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/15/2026 | Price change | $699,000-4.9%$326/sqft |
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| 3/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $735,000+36.1%$342/sqft |
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| 10/24/2022 | Sold | $540,000-6.1%$252/sqft |
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| 10/23/2022 | Pending sale | $575,000$268/sqft |
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| 9/23/2022 | Contingent | $575,000$268/sqft |
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| 9/8/2022 | Price change | $575,000-3.4%$268/sqft |
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| 7/14/2022 | Price change | $595,000-5.6%$277/sqft |
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| 5/27/2022 | Listed for sale | $630,000$294/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $569,970 |
| 2024 | -- | $569,970 +85.4% |
| 2023 | -- | $307,415 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,708/mo
Principal & interest
$3417
Property taxes
$291
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GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Mars Hill Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 3.2 mi
- 6/10Madison Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 12.1 mi
- 4/10Madison High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 10.1 mi
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