1595 Grants Mountain Rd

1,800 Sq. Ft.
$333 / Sq. Ft.
1,800
Sq. Ft.
$333
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Escape to your own private mountain sanctuary! This stunning log cabin sits on 5.56 wooded acres in the prestigious Grants Mountain Estates, offering breathtaking year-round mountain views and complete privacy. Built in 2005, this beautiful 1,800 sq ft home combines rustic charm with modern amenities, creating the perfect retreat or full-time residence. Currently configured with 2 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, this home offers incredible expansion potential. The full unfinished basement provides ample...Escape to your own private mountain sanctuary! This stunning log cabin sits on 5.56 wooded acres in the prestigious Grants Mountain Estates, offering breathtaking year-round mountain views and complete privacy. Built in 2005, this beautiful 1,800 sq ft home combines rustic charm with modern amenities, creating the perfect retreat or full-time residence. Currently configured with 2 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, this home offers incredible expansion potential. The full unfinished basement provides ample space to easily convert into a 3rd bedroom, with a bathroom already roughed in and a septic system sized to accommodate the expansion. Additional sleeping areas in the charming upper loft, bright sunroom, and extra room upstairs make this perfect for hosting family and friends. The property features beautiful log construction with wrap-around deck, open floor plan with soaring ceilings, wood-burning fireplace in the living room, gourmet kitchen with island, pantry, and breakfast bar, master bedroom with walk-in closet, full walk-out basement with workshop space, and metal roof with propane utilities. The rolling, wooded terrain provides natural privacy while offering spectacular long-range mountain vistas. The property features hiking trails, mature trees, and a peaceful setting perfect for wildlife watching. Located in Marion, NC, at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains and surrounded by The Pisgah National Forest's Grandfather Ranger District, you'll have world-class outdoor recreation at your doorstep. Perfectly positioned just 40 minutes to Asheville and 1 hour 30 minutes to Charlotte Airport. Marion serves as the perfect basecamp to explore nearby Linville Gorge, Lake James, Old Fort, and the Blue Ridge Parkway. You'll be minutes from Lake James for fishing and water sports, Linville Falls and the breathtaking Linville Gorge known as the "Grand Canyon of the Southern Appalachians," Blue Ridge Parkway scenic drives, Catawba River Greenway for walking and nature trails, and historic downtown Marion with shopping and dining. Short-term rental approved! The current owners have successfully operated this as a vacation rental with established booking history available. Whether you're seeking a personal mountain getaway, full-time residence, or income-generating property, this versatile home delivers on all fronts. Additional features include HOA that covers road maintenance ($500/annually), all appliances included (washer, dryer, refrigerator, dishwasher, gas range, microwave), available fully furnished, paved road access with asphalt driveway, and well water and septic system. Don't miss this opportunity to own your piece of mountain paradise in one of Western North Carolina's most desirable locations!
  1. Listed by Melissa Plemmons • EXP Realty LLC Ballantyne • 828-337-2200
  2. Listed by Scott Plemmons • EXP Realty LLC

Property Details for 1595 Grants Mountain Road

Architectural Style
Cabin
Waterfront Features
None
View
Long Range, Mountain(s), Year Round
Parking Features
Driveway
Subdivision Name
Grants Mountain Estates
LISTING UPDATED: 12/09/2025 03:38 PM

Property Details for 1595 Grants Mountain Road

StatusActive
MLS #4294934
Days on Market156
Taxes-
HOA Fees$500 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2005
Lot Size5.56 AC / 242,193 SF
CountyMcDowell County

Location

Listing Courtesy of EXP Realty LLC Ballantyne; EXP Realty LLC
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Building Information for 1595 Grants Mountain Road

Stories-Year Built2005Building Size-Lot Size5.56 AC / 242,193 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,172 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,919

Property Taxes

$211

HOA Dues

$42

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Property Information for 1595 Grants Mountain Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -82.002207
  • Zoning: RES
  • Latitude: 35.656285
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: Yes
  • HOA Name: Grants Mountain POA
  • HOA Subject To: Required
  • HOA Subject To Dues: Mandatory
  • HOA Annual Expense: $500.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: $370,380.00
  • Parcel Number: 1700-00-87-2149
  • City Taxes Paid To: No City Taxes Paid
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: East McDowell
  • High School: McDowell
  • Elementary School: Glenwood
Parking
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: No
  • Parking: Carport YN: No
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage YN: No
  • Garage Main Level YN: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Elevation: 1500
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1800.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 1395
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Basement: 1175
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 1350
  • Sq Ft Unheated Upper: 175
  • Sq Ft Upper: 405
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 1800.0
  • Lot Features: Hilly, Private, Rolling Slope, Wooded, Views
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Down Payment Resource YN: Yes
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 48
  • Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Restrictions: Architectural Review, Short Term Rental Allowed, Subdivision
Green Features
  • Green Verification Count: 0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Utilities: Propane
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Log, Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Wrap Around
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
  • Roof: Metal
  • Horse Amenities: None
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Washer/Dryer
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Propane
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Basement Features: Full, Storage Space, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
  • Bedroom Basement: 0
  • Bedroom Main: 1
  • Bedroom Upper: 1
  • Full Bath Basement: 0
  • Full Bath Main: 1
  • Full Bath Upper: 1
  • Half Bath Basement: 0
  • Half Bath Main: 1
  • Half Bath Upper: 0
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 13.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
Room 2
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Main
Room 3
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Half
  • Room Level: Main
Room 4
  • Room Types: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
Room 5
  • Room Types: Family Room
  • Room Level: Main
Room 6
  • Room Types: Dining Area
  • Room Level: Main
Room 7
  • Room Types: Sunroom
  • Room Level: Main
Room 8
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 9
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 10
  • Room Types: Loft
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 11
  • Room Types: Bed/Bonus
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 12
  • Room Types: Laundry
  • Room Level: Main
Room 13
  • Room Types: Workshop
  • Room Level: Basement

Property History for 1595 Grants Mountain Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 27, 2025

Price Change

CANOPY #4294934

$599,000—
Aug 27, 2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4294934

$620,000—
Oct 13, 2023

Closed

CANOPY #4057017

$570,000—
Oct 11, 2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1520441359

$570,000—
Aug 14, 2023

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4057017

$580,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/27/2025

Price Change

CANOPY #4294934

$599,000
08/27/2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4294934

$620,000
10/13/2023

Closed

CANOPY #4057017

$570,000
10/11/2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1520441359

$570,000
08/14/2023

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4057017

$580,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1595 Grants Mountain Road

Taxable ValueLand$40,000Additions$330,380Total$370,380
Tax Record2025$2,530 ($211 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt3,068 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,716 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,352 SqFtStories1Lot Size242,194 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built2005Year Renovated2009CountyMCDOWELLAPN1700-00-87-2149Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1595 Grants Mountain Road

This home is within Mcdowell County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Glenwood Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

East Mcdowell Junior High School
Public6 to 8

Mcdowell High School
Public9 to 12

McDowell Virtual Academy
Public6 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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1595 Grants Mountain Road is a single family home for sale in Marion, NC 28752. This property was listed for sale on August 27, 2025 by EXP Realty LLC Ballantyne, it's currently listed at $599,000. It has been on the market for a total of 156 days and was last sold on October 13, 2023. This listing's school district is Mcdowell County School District. Nearby schools include Glenwood Elementary School, East Mcdowell Junior High School and Mcdowell High School. 1595 Grants Mountain Road is a 2-bed, 3-bath, 1,800 sqft single family home built in 2005.

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