$684,000
$195K PRICE DROP

1617 California Creek Rd Mars Hill, NC 28754

Estimated payment $3,917/month

Total Views 5,802
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,590 Sq Ft
$264 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Mountain View
  • Private Lot
  • Ranch Style House
  • Madison Middle School Rated A-
  • Wooded Lot
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

PRICE IMPROVEMENT !! Discover a hidden gem nestled in the serene mountains of WNC. This exquisite 4 bedroom/3 bath home offers the peace and charm of a countryside farm without the upkeep. Enjoy the perfect blend of rustic elegance and modern comfort, thoughtfully priced below appraised value. Crafted with care and attention to detail, the home features locally sourced, indigenous materials throughout. Highlights include rare hardwoods, such as oak, walnut, extinct wormy chestnut, native marble and natural stone from the surrounding region, adding character and timeless beauty to every room. Located just 1.5 miles from I26, the property offers easy access to Asheville Regional Airport, as well as nearby destinations such as Johnson City, Burnsville, Boone, and Banner Elk. Outdoor and art enthusiast will enjoy the proximity to the year around exhibits and events. This one of a kind mountain retreat is more than a home, its a lifestyle.

Listing Agent

Shandra Ramsey

Teresa B Brown Brokerage Email: shandra@teresabbrown.com License #260910 Listed on: 04/14/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,623

Year Built

  • Built in 1971

Lot Details

  • Private Lot
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Cleared Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned RA

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Wood Siding
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Wired For Data
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • French Doors
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Mountain Views

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Walk-Up Access

Accessible Home Design

  • Roll-in Shower
  • Grab Bar In Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Mars Hill Elementary School
  • Madison Middle School
  • Madison High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Heat Pump System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Shared Well
  • Private Sewer
  • Fiber Optics Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 9767-01-7878

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,623

Year Built

Built in 1971

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Year Built: 1971
  • Restrictions: N/A
  • Second Living Quarters: None
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Ratio CurrentPrice/TotalPropertyHLA: 264.09
  • Property Sub Type Additional: None
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Attribution Contact: shandra@teresabbrown.com
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 2590
  • Third Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Basement: 2486
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 2486
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Exhaust Fan, Exhaust Hood, Microwave, Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Wall Oven, Washer/Dryer
  • Other Equipment: Fuel Tank(s)
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2590
  • Accessibility Features: Bath Grab Bars, Roll-In Shower
  • Has Basement: Full, Unfinished, Walk-Up Access
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Door Features: French Doors, Insulated Door(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log, Gas Unvented
  • Living Area: 2590
  • Window Features: Insulated Window(s)
  • Bedroom Main: 4
  • Room Count: 11

Exterior Features

  • New Construction: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • View: Long Range, Mountain(s)
  • Exclusions: Mantle
  • Waterfront Elevation: 2500
  • Construction Type: Stone, Wood
  • Other Structures: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Main Level Garage YN: 1
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Faces Side

Utilities

  • Heating: Ductless, Heat Pump, Propane, Zoned
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Mud Room, Inside, Main Level, Washer Hookup
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling: Ductless, Heat Pump, Zoned
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics, Wired Internet Available
  • Water Source: Shared Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Madison
  • HOA Subject To: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Cleared, Level, Paved, Private, Wooded
  • Lot Size Area: 1.166
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 9767-01-7878
  • Plat Reference Section Pages: 2/176
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Specification: RA

Green Features

  • Green Verification Count: 0

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Mars Hill
  • High School: Madison

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $2,623 $542,864 $40,603 $502,261
2023 $1,728 $292,927 $26,837 $266,090
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/29/2025 08/29/25 Price Changed $684,000 -1.6% $264 / Sq Ft
07/09/2025 07/09/25 Price Changed $695,000 -12.6% $268 / Sq Ft
05/21/2025 05/21/25 Price Changed $795,000 -9.6% $307 / Sq Ft
04/14/2025 04/14/25 For Sale $879,000 -- $339 / Sq Ft
Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

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Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

MLS Number: 4243735

Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

APN: 9767-01-7878