966 Waites Hollifield Road

Marion, NC 28752

MLS#: 4364973

$215,000

Status: Active
Listing number: 4364973
Listing provided by: Proper Realty LLC
Listing agent phone: None
Last update: a month ago
On site: a month ago
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Property

Beds

3

Full Baths

2

1/2 Baths

None

Year Built

1996

Sq.Footage

1,408

Tucked just below the storybook community of Little Switzerland and moments from the iconic Diamondback 226A, this woodland cottage is the kind of place you don’t just buy—you build a legacy in. Set among the trees with a peaceful stream running along the side of the home, the setting feels like something out of a mountain novel—private, calming, and deeply rooted in the beauty of Western North Carolina. While the home does need some repairs, the opportunity is undeniable for the right vision. The main level offers everyday ease with the primary bedroom and laundry conveniently located on one floor. Upstairs, a charming catwalk overlooks the living space and stone fireplace. Upstairs you will also find two additional bedrooms and a full bath. Downstairs, the unfinished basement is a blank canvas ready to become whatever you dream—an artist’s studio, workshop, or additional living space. A separate storage building adds even more flexibility for tools, hobbies, or outdoor gear. Whether you’re looking to restore a mountain getaway, invest in a second home, or create something truly special from the ground up, this property offers the combination of location, character, and potential. This home is ready for its next chapter!

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Total Bedrooms

    3

  • Bathrooms

    2

  • Above Grade Finished Area

    1408.0

  • Basement YN

    YES

  • Cooling YN

    YES

  • Cooling

    Ceiling Fan(s)

  • Fireplace YN

    YES

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Ductless, Wood Stove

  • Pet friendly

    N/A

Exterior

  • Garage

    No

  • Construction Materials

    Stone

  • Parking

    Driveway

  • Pool

    No

Area & Lot

  • Property Type

    Residential

  • Property Sub Type

    Single Family Residence

Price

  • Sales Price

    $215,000

  • Sq. Footage

    1, 408

  • Price/SqFt

    $152

HOA

  • Association

    No

School District

  • Elementary School

    Unspecified

  • Middle School

    Unspecified

  • High School

    McDowell

Property Features

  • New Construction

    NO

  • Senior Community YN

    NO

  • Sewer

    Septic Tank

  • Water Source

    Spring

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Tucked just below the storybook community of Little Switzerland and moments from the iconic Diamondback 226A, this woodland cottage is the kind of place you don’t just buy—you build a legacy in. Set among the trees with a peaceful stream running along the side of the home, the setting feels like something out of a mountain novel—private, calming, and deeply rooted in the beauty of Western North Carolina. While the home does need some repairs, the opportunity is undeniable for the right vision. The main level offers everyday ease with the primary bedroom and laundry conveniently located on one floor. Upstairs, a charming catwalk overlooks the living space and stone fireplace. Upstairs you will also find two additional bedrooms and a full bath. Downstairs, the unfinished basement is a blank canvas ready to become whatever you dream—an artist’s studio, workshop, or additional living space. A separate storage building adds even more flexibility for tools, hobbies, or outdoor gear. Whether you’re looking to restore a mountain getaway, invest in a second home, or create something truly special from the ground up, this property offers the combination of location, character, and potential. This home is ready for its next chapter!

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