This charming farmhouse offers comfortable main-level living, featuring a spacious primary suite complete with an en-suite bath. The expansive family room is conveniently located next to the kitchen and a large laundry room. The timeless entryway showcases classic charm. Designed for practicality, the home harmonizes beautifully with the surrounding countryside, making it ideal for those who work the land or seek a peaceful retreat. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms that enhance the home's tranquil atmosphere. The classic farmhouse exterior features a front porch and wide windows that let in ample natural light. There is also a detached two-car garage with a workshop and an old barn. Situated in the heart of McDowell County, this farmhouse sits on nearly 20 acres, surrounded by the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains—perfect for those wishing to embrace rural living in Marion, North Carolina.
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$490,000
78 Old Linville Rd, Marion, NC 28752
3beds
1,938sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1890
19.89 Acres Lot
$491,200 Zestimate®
$253/sqft
$1,885 Estimated rent
Home value
$491,200
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Front porchTimeless entrywaySurrounding countrysideDetached two-car garageClassic farmhouse exteriorLarge laundry roomWide windows
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Listed by:
Jannell Peterson 828-460-7508,
J. Peterson Realty & Associate
Bought with:
Ashleigh Bargiol
Fathom Realty
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4197137
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,938
- Total interior livable area: 1,938 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,938
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Carport, Detached Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
Lot
- Size: 19.89 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop
- Parcel number: 170500693834
- Zoning: Res
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: none
Location
- Region: Marion
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $253/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $186,440
- Annual tax amount: $1,320
- Date on market: 11/22/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 135 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Gravel
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/30/2025 | Sold | $490,000-3.7%$253/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4197137 Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2025 | Price change | $508,900-0.2%$263/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4197137 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2025 | Price change | $509,900-1%$263/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4197137 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2025 | Price change | $514,900-0.1%$266/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4197137 Report a problem | ||
| 2/4/2025 | Price change | $515,500-0.4%$266/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4197137 Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2025 | Price change | $517,500-0.2%$267/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4197137 Report a problem | ||
| 1/13/2025 | Price change | $518,500-0.1%$268/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4197137 Report a problem | ||
| 12/19/2024 | Price change | $518,900-0.2%$268/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4197137 Report a problem | ||
| 11/22/2024 | Listed for sale | $519,900$268/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4197137 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,320 | $186,440 |
| 2024 | $1,320 | $186,440 |
| 2023 | $1,320 +21.6% | $186,440 +23.4% |
| 2022 | $1,085 | $151,140 |
| 2021 | $1,085 +8.1% | $151,140 +9.6% |
| 2020 | $1,004 -98.8% | $137,880 +13.7% |
| 2017 | $83,710 +10680.6% | $121,230 -4.3% |
| 2016 | $776 | $126,730 -6.4% |
| 2014 | $776 +1.7% | $135,400 0% |
| 2013 | $764 | $135,410 |
| 2012 | -- | $135,410 |
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Neighborhood: 28752
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10North Cove Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.4 mi
- 3/10West McDowell Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 7.3 mi
- 2/10McDowell High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.4 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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