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    1617 California Creek Rd, Mars Hill, NC 28754

    4beds
    2,590sqft
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    $3,876/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1971
    1.17 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $261/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Thoughtful constructionOne level living homeLasting craftsmanshipNative marbleDual zoned hvac unitsQuality materialsSpacious layout
    This property offers so many things increasingly hard to find. If you have been searching for a home with substance, character and a true sense of place, this property is your destination. Set in a peaceful farm setting of the mountains of WNC, this one level living home offers the kind of quality-over-quantity appeal that stands apart from newer, mass produced houses. This home was built in an era when quality materials, thoughtful construction and lasting craftsmanship mattered. Surrounded by the beauty and rhythm of the countryside, this property reflects the deep roots of community and a way of life grounded in tradition, hard work, and pride of ownership. Enjoy the perfect blend of rustic elegance and modern comfort with upgrades such as dual zoned HVAC units. Crafted with care and attention to detail, the home features locally sourced, indigenous materials throughout. Highlights include rare hardwoods, such as oak, walnut, extinct wormy chestnut, native marble and natural appalachian stone from the surrounding region, adding character and timeless beauty to every room and a seamless flow to your outside spaces. A home like this isn't about trends, it is about permanence, character and the kind of craftsmanship that lasts. Immaculately maintained inside and out. The home's current design of 4BR/3 baths, also offers excellent potential for caretaker quarters, multigenerational living, or private guest accommodations. With its spacious layout and full unfinished basement ready for expansion, the property lends itself well to creating a separate living area for a caretaker, extended family member, long term guest or even potential rental income, while still preserving privacy and functionality within the house. If you are drawn to the quiet life, the charm of a long established area, sitting on your front porch taking in all the sights and sounds of nature in the sunshine or on the back patio in the shade listening to the babbling creek below, owning not just a house but a home with character and integrity, this property is for you. Enjoy the best of both worlds with quick (less than 1 mile) access to I26, commuting and travel are easy and a short driving distance to Asheville Regional Airport, as well as other nearby destinations such as Johnson City, Burnsville, Boone, and Banner Elk. Outdoor and art enthusiast will enjoy the proximity to the year around exhibits and events. Schedule your showing today to come and experience this great property for yourself.
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    Listed by:

    Shandra Ramsey shandra@teresabbrown.com,

    Teresa B Brown

    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4401902MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • Main level bedrooms: 4
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom s
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom s
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom s
      • Level: Main
      Bathroom full
      • Level: Main
      Bathroom full
      • Level: Main
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      Family room
      • Features: Built-in Features
      • Level: Main
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      Laundry
      • Level: Main
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      Heating
      • Ductless, Heat Pump, Propane, Zoned
      Cooling
      • Ductless, Heat Pump, Zoned
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Exhaust Fan, Exhaust Hood, Microwave, Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Wall Oven, Washer/Dryer
      • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Mud Room, Inside, Laundry Room, Main Level, Washer Hookup
      Features
      • Built-in Features
      • Flooring: Tile, Wood
      • Doors: French Doors, Insulated Door(s)
      • Windows: Insulated Windows
      • Basement: Full,Unfinished,Walk-Up Access
      • Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas Log, Gas Unvented
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,590
      • Total interior livable area: 2,590 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,590
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Faces Side, Garage on Main Level
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: Bath Grab Bars, Roll-In Shower
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Patio
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Long Range, Mountain(s)
      Lot
      • Size: 1.17 Acres
      • Features: Cleared, Level, Paved, Private, Wooded, Views
      Living quarters
      • Secondary features: None
      Details
      • Additional structures: None
      • Parcel number: 9767017878
      • Zoning: RA
      • Special conditions: Standard
      • Horse amenities: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Stone, Wood
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1971

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Private Sewer
      • Water: Shared Well
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics, Wired Internet Available

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
      • Subdivision: None
      Location
      • Region: Mars Hill
      • Elevation: 2500 Feet

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $261/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $542,864
      • Date on market: 7/9/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 40 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Exclusions: Fireplace Mantle
      • Electric utility on property: Yes
      • Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/10/2026Listed for sale$675,000+4%$261/sqft
        Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4401902 Report a problem
        12/4/2025Listing removed$649,000$251/sqft
        Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4243735 Report a problem
        10/30/2025Price change$649,000-5.1%$251/sqft
        Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4243735 Report a problem
        8/29/2025Price change$684,000-1.6%$264/sqft
        Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4243735 Report a problem
        7/9/2025Price change$695,000-12.6%$268/sqft
        Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4243735 Report a problem
        5/21/2025Price change$795,000-9.6%$307/sqft
        Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4243735 Report a problem
        4/14/2025Listed for sale$879,000+175700%$339/sqft
        Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4243735 Report a problem
        6/26/2015Sold$500
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        2/5/2014Sold$500
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025-- $542,864
        2024-- $542,864 +85.3%
        2023-- $292,927 -18.2%
        2022-- $357,939
        2021-- --
        2020$2,086 --
        2019-- $511,241
        2018-- --
        2017-- --
        2016-- --
        2015-- --
        2014-- $511,241
        2013-- $511,241 +21.9%
        2011-- $419,500
        2010-- $419,500
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 28754

        Getting around

        3 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        9 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Mars Hill
        • Middle: Madison
        • High: Madison

        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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