Charming Duplex-Style Home in the Heart of Mars Hill
Enjoy the convenience and charm of this well-maintained single-family home that shares one common wall with the adjoining duplex unit. Featuring 2 spacious bedrooms, each with its own full bathroom, this home offers a functional layout perfect for comfortable living or investment.
The open floor plan creates a bright and welcoming living space, complete with a cozy fireplace that serves as the focal point of the living area. A covered front porch provides the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
Outside, you'll find a fenced yard, paved driveway, and attached carport for added convenience. All kitchen appliances are included, making this home move-in ready.
Ideally located within walking distance of downtown Mars Hill and Mars Hill University, this property offers exceptional versatility. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, a mountain getaway, or an income-producing rental investment, this home checks all the boxes.
Property Features:
2 bedrooms, each with a private full bath
Open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area
Cozy fireplace
Covered front porch
Fenced backyard
Carport
Paved driveway
Appliances included
Walking distance to downtown Mars Hill and Mars Hill University
Excellent opportunity for a full-time residence, vacation home, or rental property
Laundry room adjoins one of the bathrooms.
Don't miss this opportunity to own a low-maintenance property in one of Western North Carolina's most desirable small-town locations!
Active
Price cut: $20K (8/12)
$299,000
256A Bruce Rd, Mars Hill, NC 28754
2beds
1,230sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1987
0.43 Acres Lot
$293,000 Zestimate®
$243/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fenced yardCozy fireplaceCovered front porchPaved drivewayAttached carport
- 60 days
- 51
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Alton Robinson alton@carolinamtnrealty.com,
Carolina Mountain Realty, Inc.
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4399321
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Washer Hookup
Features
- Open Floorplan
- Flooring: Linoleum, Hardwood, Vinyl
- Has basement: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,230
- Total interior livable area: 1,230 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,230
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Attached Carport
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch
- Fencing: Chain Link,Full
Lot
- Size: 0.43 Acres
- Features: Cleared
Details
- Parcel number: 9747867843
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Other - See Remarks
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Mars Hill
- Elevation: 2000 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $243/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $262,556
- Annual tax amount: $1,125
- Date on market: 7/6/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 60 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Estimated market value
$293,000
$278,000 - $308,000
$1,663/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/12/2026 | Price change | $299,000-6.3%$243/sqft |
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| 7/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $319,000$259/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,125 | $262,556 |
| 2024 | -- | $262,556 +65.3% |
| 2023 | -- | $158,870 |
| 2022 | -- | $158,870 |
| 2021 | -- | -- |
| 2020 | $1,541 | -- |
| 2019 | -- | $101,419 |
| 2018 | -- | -- |
| 2017 | -- | -- |
| 2016 | -- | -- |
| 2015 | -- | -- |
| 2014 | -- | $101,419 |
| 2013 | -- | $101,419 +1.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $100,300 |
| 2010 | -- | $100,300 |
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