Nestled on 10 beautiful acres in a charming college town, this well-maintained ranch-style home offers the perfect balance of peaceful country living and convenient access—just 20 minutes to Asheville and 10 minutes to Marshall, and only 3 miles from I-26.
The property is ideal for horses, farming, or gardening, with a serene setting surrounded by the natural beauty of Western North Carolina. Enjoy close proximity to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Appalachian Trail, skiing, golf, and whitewater rafting—making this an exceptional opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts.
The home features numerous thoughtful upgrades, including a new roof (2020), a beautifully remodeled kitchen (2025) with quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances (gas range, refrigerator, microwave), and an updated bathroom (2024). Additional improvements include an encapsulated crawl space with foundation inspection (2025), a whole-home Generac generator, and a well installed in 2021.
Inside, you’ll find heart of pine floors, slate tile, solid wood interior doors, and plantation shutters throughout, creating a warm and timeless feel. Outdoor living is a highlight, featuring a spacious deck perfect for entertaining, along with a gazebo, hot tub, firepit, and outdoor shower. A natural spring on the property provides an additional water source for the home alongside the well.
An outbuilding with electricity and a large front porch adds even more versatility and charm to this unique property.
A Home for you! A place where you can create memories, host family, friends and build community relationships!
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Price cut: $100K (5/25)
$875,000
514 Roy Forrester Rd, Mars Hill, NC 28754
3beds
1,078sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
10 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$812/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Updated bathroomHot tubSolid wood interior doorsHeart of pine floorsOutbuilding with electricitySlate tilePlantation shutters throughout
- 49 days |
- 409 |
- 22 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jay Miller miller1953@bellsouth.net,
Jay Miller Real Estate
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4367162
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 128.13 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13' 3" X 9' 8"
Bedroom s
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 116.29 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9' 10" X 11' 10"
Bedroom s
- Features: None
- Level: Main
- Area: 79.78 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9' 8" X 8' 3"
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
- Area: 44.29 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9' 8" X 4' 7"
Dining area
- Level: Main
- Area: 75.72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7' 10" X 9' 8"
Kitchen
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 108.01 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11' 2" X 9' 8"
Laundry
- Features: Drop Zone, Storage, Walk-In Pantry
- Level: Main
- Area: 156.75 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19' 0" X 8' 3"
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 206.08 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17' 5" X 11' 10"
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Propane
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
Features
- Pantry
- Flooring: Slate, Tile, Wood, Other
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Has basement: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,078
- Total interior livable area: 1,078 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,078
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Two or More Access Exits, Bath Grab Bars, Accessible Hallway(s)
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Awning(s), Covered, Deck, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Fire Pit, Outdoor Shower
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated
- Waterfront features: Creek/Stream
Lot
- Size: 10 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Pasture, Private, Wooded, Views
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Gazebo, Shed(s), Other
- Parcel number: 662792
- Zoning: R-A
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Generator
- Horse amenities: Pasture
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: A-Frame
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood
- Foundation: Crawl Space, Pillar/Post/Pier, Slab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Spring, Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics, Propane, Satellite Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: NONE
Location
- Region: Mars Hill
- Elevation: 2500 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $812/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $385,480
- Date on market: 5/4/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 49 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Exclusions: Propane
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/25/2026 | Price change | $875,000-10.3%$812/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4367162 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $975,000$904/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4367162 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $302,332 -54% |
| 2024 | -- | $657,120 +40.9% |
| 2023 | -- | $466,502 |
| 2022 | -- | $466,502 |
| 2021 | -- | -- |
| 2020 | $2,752 | -- |
| 2019 | -- | $374,411 |
| 2018 | -- | -- |
| 2017 | -- | -- |
| 2016 | -- | -- |
| 2015 | -- | -- |
| 2014 | -- | $374,411 |
| 2013 | -- | $374,411 +60.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $233,900 |
| 2010 | -- | $233,900 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28754
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Mars Hill Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 5/10Madison Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 7.9 mi
- 4/10Madison High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.7 mi
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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- North Carolina
- Madison County
- Mars Hill
- 28754
- 514 Roy Forrester Rd
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