Marion Homes with Green Area Lot Description

Marion Homes with Green Area Lot Description

Welcome to Marion, North Carolina—a charming city nestled in the heart of McDowell County, where the beauty of nature meets the warmth of community. Known for its stunning mountain vistas and vibrant downtown, Marion is a place where residents enjoy a perfect blend of outdoor adventure and small-town charm. With its rich history and friendly atmosphere, Marion offers a welcoming environment for families, retirees, and everyone in between.

One of the standout features of homes in Marion is the abundance of properties with green area lots. Imagine waking up each morning to the serene beauty of lush landscapes right outside your window. These homes not only provide ample space for outdoor activities but also offer a tranquil retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether you’re looking to host summer barbecues, cultivate a garden, or simply enjoy the fresh mountain air, a green area lot in Marion is the perfect canvas for your outdoor dreams.

In addition to the natural beauty surrounding these properties, the community of Marion is rich with amenities. Explore local parks, hiking trails, and recreational facilities that cater to all ages. With a bustling downtown area filled with unique shops, restaurants, and cultural events, you’ll find that Marion is not just a place to live, but a place to thrive.

Discover your new home in Marion, where green spaces and community spirit come together to create an idyllic lifestyle. Embrace the opportunity to live in a city that truly feels like home.

Newest Marion Homes with Green Area Lot Description

$400,000
4 Beds 3 Baths 4420704 MLS ACTIVE Status
Make every day feel like a getaway in this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home with an in-ground pool, spacious living areas, and a backyard designed for relaxing and entertaining. The main level offers multiple gathering spaces, including a comfortable living room, dedicated dining room, and inviting den with a custom bar and gas-log fireplace. The kitchen overlooks the backyard oasis, keeping the pool and outdoor spaces in view. A primary suite on the main level provides added convenience, along with a large pantry/laundry room. Upstairs, the oversized second primary suite features a half bath and direct access to a covered balcony spanning the full length of the home—the perfect spot to unwind while overlooking the pool and backyard. Two additional bedrooms and a full hall bathroom complete the upper level. Outside is where this property truly shines. Enjoy summer days by the in-ground pool, meals and gatherings on the large covered deck, and plenty of room to spread out in the fully fenced, level backyard. A white fence spans the length of the property, while dusk-to-dawn decorative lighting highlights the pool area and landscaped flower garden, creating a distinctive and inviting evening setting. Mature landscaping adds to the scenery, along with some mountain views. A large pool house provides flexible space for storage, a workshop, or crafts. Located on a dead-end street with no through traffic, yet just 5 minutes from downtown Marion, convenient to I-40, and approximately 15 minutes from the Lake James public access area. Come see how easily this home combines everyday comfort, outdoor living, and a convenient Marion location.

84 Portcrest Heights, Marion

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Professionals. realtorbradharrison@gmail.com

$1,400,000
4 Beds 4 Baths 4414564 MLS ACTIVE Status
Welcome to 29 Pleasant Hill Road in Marion- a private Western North Carolina farm offering mountain views, accessibility-minded design, and an exceptional setup for horses or cattle. The spacious four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath home was designed with accessibility in mind, including wider hallways, accessible showers, and durable commercial-grade vinyl plank flooring. A bright sun-room, covered front porch, and hot tub provide comfortable spaces to relax and enjoy the property's peaceful setting and mountain views. Equestrian amenities are a true highlight, with both indoor and outdoor riding arenas, stables, fenced pastures, and plenty of room for horses or cattle. The barn area also includes a diesel fuel tank with a solar-powered pump, adding convenience for farm operations. The property offers even more opportunities for outdoor living and recreation, including a greenhouse equipped with a timed sprinkler system, playground area, fire pit, and picnic area with a grill. Whether you envision a working farm, private equestrian retreat, multi generational homestead, or peaceful mountain getaway, this property provides the space and versatility to make it your own. Conveniently located near Interstate 40 and just minutes from downtown Marion, 29 Pleasant Hill combines privacy and country living with easy access to shopping, dining, and everyday necessities. It's a remarkable opportunity for local buyers or those relocation to Western North Carolina with horses, cattle, or dreams of a more spacious way of life. Recent improvements include a new architectural shingle roof installed in September 2026, offering buyers added peace of mind and long-term value.

29 Pleasant Hill Road, Marion

Listing courtesy of Bloom Realty Group LLC. maggi@thebloomrealtygroup.com

$425,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 4403584 MLS ACTIVE Status
One or more photos has been virtually staged, AI generated or rendered. Architect-designed mountain homes on private 1- to 2-acre wooded homesites just eight minutes from downtown Marion and 45 minutes from Asheville. Welcome to Catatoga Trails, a thoughtfully designed mountain community where modern architecture, natural beauty and small-town charm come together just minutes from downtown Marion. On spacious 1- to 2-acre wooded homesites, Catatoga Trails offers the rare opportunity to enjoy architect-designed homes with privacy, mountain character and room to breathe, something increasingly difficult to find throughout Western North Carolina. Only eight minutes from downtown Marion, 45 minutes from Asheville and approximately two hours from Charlotte, residents enjoy convenient access to shopping, dining, healthcare and everyday essentials while remaining surrounded by some of the region's most celebrated outdoor destinations, including Lake James, Pisgah National Forest, Catawba Falls, Linville Falls, South Mountains State Park, Chimney Rock State Park and Blue Ridge Parkway. With low McDowell County taxes, simple HOA-maintained roads, short-term rentals permitted and collection of thoughtfully crafted mountain homes designed to complement the landscape, Catatoga Trails offers an exceptional lifestyle for full-time residents, second homeowners and those seeking a peaceful mountain retreat without sacrificing convenience. The Mountain Cottage showcases a dramatic two-story vaulted great room filled with natural light, creating an inviting space for gathering and entertaining. Warm architectural details, expansive windows, and seamless indoor-outdoor living capture the essence of mountain living.

87 Catatoga Trail, Marion

Listing courtesy of Premier Sotheby’s International Realty. 828-545-1383

$355,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 4403563 MLS ACTIVE Status
One or more photos has been virtually staged, AI generated or rendered. Architect-designed mountain homes on private 1- to 2-acre wooded homesites just eight minutes from downtown Marion and 45 minutes from Asheville. Welcome to Catatoga Trails, a thoughtfully designed mountain community where modern architecture, natural beauty, and small-town charm come together just minutes from downtown Marion. On spacious 1- to 2-acre wooded homesites, Catatoga Trails offers the rare opportunity to enjoy architect-designed homes with privacy, mountain character and room to breathe, something increasingly difficult to find throughout Western North Carolina. Only eight minutes from downtown Marion, 45 minutes from Asheville and approximately two hours from Charlotte, residents enjoy convenient access to shopping, dining, healthcare and everyday essentials while remaining surrounded by some of the region's most celebrated outdoor destinations, including Lake James, Pisgah National Forest, Catawba Falls, Linville Falls, South Mountains State Park, Chimney Rock State Park and Blue Ridge Parkway. With low McDowell County taxes, simple HOA-maintained roads, short-term rentals permitted, and a collection of thoughtfully crafted mountain homes designed to complement the landscape, Catatoga Trails offers an exceptional lifestyle for full-time residents, second homeowners and those seeking a peaceful mountain retreat without sacrificing convenience. The Modern Cottage offers comfortable single-level living with an open-concept floor plan, vaulted ceilings, semi-custom cabinetry, granite countertops and spacious covered front porch ideal for enjoying the peaceful mountain setting. Thoughtfully designed for low-maintenance living, it combines timeless style with everyday functionality.

60 Catatoga Trail, Marion

Listing courtesy of Premier Sotheby’s International Realty. 828-545-1383

$550,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 4403608 MLS ACTIVE Status
One or more photos has been virtually staged, AI generated or rendered. Architect-designed mountain homes on private 1- to 2-acre wooded homesites just eight minutes from downtown Marion and 45 minutes from Asheville. Welcome to Catatoga Trails, a thoughtfully designed mountain community where modern architecture, natural beauty and small-town charm come together just minutes from downtown Marion. On spacious 1- to 2-acre wooded homesites, Catatoga Trails offers the rare opportunity to enjoy architect-designed homes with privacy, mountain character and room to breathe, something increasingly difficult to find throughout Western North Carolina. Only eight minutes from downtown Marion, 45 minutes from Asheville and approximately two hours from Charlotte, residents enjoy convenient access to shopping, dining, healthcare and everyday essentials while remaining surrounded by some of the region's most celebrated outdoor destinations, including Lake James, Pisgah National Forest, Catawba Falls, Linville Falls, South Mountains State Park, Chimney Rock State Park and Blue Ridge Parkway. With low McDowell County taxes, simple HOA-maintained roads, short-term rentals permitted and a collection of thoughtfully crafted mountain homes designed to complement the landscape, Catatoga Trails offers an exceptional lifestyle for full-time residents, second homeowners, and those seeking a peaceful mountain retreat without sacrificing convenience. Inspired by Scandinavian architecture, this home features clean lines, soaring ceilings, abundant natural light and sophisticated minimalist aesthetic. The thoughtful design emphasizes simplicity, functionality and a strong connection to the surrounding landscape.

119 Catatoga Trail, Marion

Listing courtesy of Premier Sotheby’s International Realty. 828-242-7707

$399,000
3 Beds 1 Baths 4399819 MLS ACTIVE Status
Opportunity, flexibility, and charm in one property! This 1920's brick Craftsman-style home offers a move-in ready option with room to bring your own ideas and vision. A covered front porch welcomes you inside to warm knotty pine details throughout. The home offers 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, mini-splits and a cozy wood-burning stove in the living room fireplace. Up the stairs, you will find bonus space previously used as a 4th bedroom. Complete with its own mini-split, this room offers tons of versatility. Outside, fencing surrounds the property for added privacy and peace of mind, while multiple gates offer convenience. The level yard provides ample usable space for gardening, enjoying the outdoors, or future possibilities. A trickling creek runs along the back of the property. Two separate workshop spaces make this property especially unique: a two bay brick detached garage plus a large two bay building previously used as an auto shop. Whether you need space for equipment, vehicles, or hobbies, these workshop spaces support a wide range of creative uses. Just minutes to your everyday needs in Marion, you'll find this property very well-situated. ~15-20 minutes to: trailheads and numerous trails including the Fonta Flora State Trail, Lake James and the town of Old Fort. ~30 minutes to Black Mountain and ~40-45 minutes to Asheville. This property has it all, potential, comfort and close to so many of the amazing things WNC has to offer!

194 Virginia Drive, Marion

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Professionals. ashleypayne@kw.com

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