Fox Ridge Homes with Gated Community Features

Welcome to Fox Ridge, a charming gated community nestled in the picturesque city of Marion, North Carolina, within the heart of McDowell County. This delightful neighborhood is a hidden gem, offering a serene lifestyle surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. With its lush landscapes and vibrant natural surroundings, Fox Ridge is perfect for those seeking tranquility without sacrificing modern conveniences.

The homes in Fox Ridge are thoughtfully designed, featuring a blend of classic and contemporary architectural styles that cater to a variety of tastes. Each residence is situated on spacious lots, providing ample outdoor space for families to enjoy. The gated community adds an extra layer of security and privacy, ensuring a peaceful living environment for all residents.

As you explore Fox Ridge, you’ll discover a welcoming community spirit, with friendly neighbors and a strong sense of camaraderie. The neighborhood is conveniently located near local amenities, including shopping centers, restaurants, and recreational facilities. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to hiking trails, parks, and the stunning Lake James, perfect for boating, fishing, or simply soaking in the natural beauty.

Fox Ridge is not just a place to live—it's a lifestyle choice. With its picturesque surroundings, secure environment, and close-knit community feel, it’s the ideal setting for families, retirees, and anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Come and experience the charm of Fox Ridge, where your dream home awaits!

Newest Fox Ridge Homes with Gated Community Features

$575,000

2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4359014 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Welcome to one of the most special retreats you will find in the Western North Carolina mountains. Rare combination of end of the road privacy and true mountain tranquility adjoining the Pisgah National Forest. Immaculate and extremely well maintained private home on 1.8 acres, tucked away from all the noise in a peaceful gated community offering year round views of Honeycutt and Humpback Mountains. The bright, open floor plan features 1,771 total square feet of living area with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, (2-bedroom septic permit) insulated Pella windows throughout the whole house, wood, tile, and carpet flooring, gas logs fireplace, a breakfast bar, wine refrigerator, gas stove, central island and outside a spacious wraparound deck perfect for taking in the surrounding beauty and enjoying the cool summer breezes. In the oversized primary bedroom suite enjoy soaking in the large jacuzzi bath tub. The basement level provides separate living quarters that the owners have successfully rented on Airbnb for years, giving you the option to generate excellent revenue. The vacation rental market has made a full rebound since Hurricane Helene. A new owner could rent the entire house to generate substantial income. An additional highlight to give you peace of mind is a whole house Generac generator installed in 2020 but let’s not stop there. Last year in 2025 the owners made five huge upgrades to the property, installing a brand new well pump, a storm proof drainage system and culvert protecting the home and driveway, an on demand water heater and Bosch dishwasher and refrigerator. Property equipped with a 325 gal above ground propane tank. The attached one car garage benefits from direct kitchen access and an electric vehicle charger. Most of the furnishings in the home are negotiable. Community roads from the gate are ideal for hiking, biking and ATV friendly with no steep slopes. The 20 min drive from the gate to the grocery store in Marion is level the entire way. Centrally located between Boone (40 minutes) and Asheville (50 minutes), and only 30 minutes to ski resorts, 25 minutes to Lake James, 15 minutes to Linville Gorge Wilderness, and 10 minutes to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Linville Falls, Linville Falls Winery and a general store. If you are looking for a private retreat to get away from it all, this is the one. Call today to schedule your showing!

182 Baby Fox Drive, Marion

Listing courtesy of Higher Ground Properties. hgpropertiesnc@gmail.com

$20,000

4126909 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Looking to build your mountain getaway?! This private and gently-rolling 1.78-acre lot with gorgeous winter mountain views is located in the gated subdivision of Fox Ridge. With low HOA fees, short-term rentals allowed, and a building minimum of only 1000 sq feet, this is the perfect location to build that dream escape....a very short distance from the North Cove Leisure Club, and within minutes of the Blue Ridge Parkway, Grandfather Mountain, Boone, various ski slopes, and many other Blue Ridge Mountain attractions. Priced well below tax value, this one won't last long...Schedule your showing today!

Lot 11 Fox Ridge Trail, Marion

Listing courtesy of ERA Live Moore. lesbaird72@yahoo.com

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