
Land with Home for Sale in Marion, North Carolina
129 Old River Rd, Marion, NC 28752
Schedule your showing to see this peaceful brick ranch on 3.55 acres (two parcels sold together) in the Pleasant Gardens/Old Fort area of McDowell County. This solid one level home features hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace, a spacious eat-in kitchen, generous room sizes, and a covered front porch. A full unfinished basement offers workshop space and abundant storage. New shingles installed in 2025. Outside you'll find a carport, stone patio, mature landscaping, several outbuildings, and long-range mountain views from a private, wooded setting. Includes two septic tanks, one can be used for an additional spot for RV/camper hookup. Above-grade heated living area is approximately 1,620 sq ft; the full basement provides significant additional space. Approximately 10 minutes to downtown Marion, 19 minutes to Catawba Falls, and 35 minutes to Asheville, with Pisgah National Forest and Lake James close by. Bring your vision and make it your own mountain retreat. Property includes 2.8 acre parcel which the home sits on, along with an extra parcel 078101169550 for an additional .75 acres. Contact listing agent to schedule your showing today!
Location
- Street address
- 129 Old River Rd
- County
- McDowell County
- Zip code
- 28752
- Elevation
- 1,365 feet
Property details
- Acreage
- 3.55 acres
- MLS #
- CMLS 4401957
- Posted
Parcels
- 0781-01-16-8351
Legal description
LOT 24 & PT 21178 603
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Franchise
- ERA Real Estate
Lot
- Features
- Cleared, Views, Wooded
Exterior
- Parking
- Carport, Driveway
Structure
- Stories
- 1
- Basement
- Unfinished
- Water
- Well
- Heating
- Heat Pump
- Materials
- Brick Full
Interior
- Rooms
- Basement, Bathroom x 2, Bedroom x 3
- Fireplaces
- Yes
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan
Nearby schools
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Pleasant Gardens | Elementary |
| West McDowell | Middle |
| McDowell | High |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 9, 2026 | New listing | $400,000 | — | CMLS |



























