Seller's Agent in 2025
Peter Franklin
Foxfire Real Estate, LLC
(828) 766-7221
46 Total Sales
173 Laurel Ln Marion, NC 28752
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,476
Sq Ft
0.83
Acres
Highlights
- Open Floorplan
- Deck
- Wooded Lot
- Mountain View
- Private Lot
- Arts and Crafts Architecture
About This Home
As of October 2025Sitting atop the eastern most escarpment of the Blue Ridge Mountains- layer after layer of views! Located in the coveted high mountain colony of Little Switzerland alongside the Blue Ridge Parkway and Hwy. 226A. This turn-key 2BD/2BA home features: open floor plan, oversized windows all framing views, large layered deck, automatic awnings, terraced gardens, rustic & appropriate cedar shake siding, park like setting, original wood floors, stainless appliances, custom inlaid tile design adorning the backsplash & granite countertop on the island. Cent. Air & Oil Furnace along with gas log fireplace & tankless hot water on demand, & an encapsulated stand-up crawl space. Textured walls & good lighting throughout. A HOME FOR THE WEEKEND OR FOR A LIFETIME. 1 minute to downtown Little Switzerland, 5 min. to downtown Spruce Pine, 4 min. to the Blue Ridge Regional Hospital, 20 min. to Burnsville, 20 min. to Marion, Lake James, and I-40, 50 min. to Asheville, 2 hrs. from Charlotte.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Foxfire Real Estate, LLC Brokerage Email: Peter@FoxfireElite.com License #272056 Listed on: 08/19/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1955
Lot Details
- Front Green Space
- Private Lot
- Sloped Lot
- Cleared Lot
- Wooded Lot
Parking
- Driveway
Home Design
- Arts and Crafts Architecture
- Architectural Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,476 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Wired For Data
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Insulated Windows
- Window Screens
- Insulated Doors
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
- Mountain Views
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer and Dryer
Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Crawl Space
- Natural lighting in basement
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Terrace
- Gazebo
Schools
- Greenlee Primary Elementary School
- Mitchell Middle School
- Mitchell High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Floor Furnace
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Community Well
- Tankless Water Heater
- Propane Water Heater
- Septic Tank
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 0787-00-87-1815
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 19, 2025
Closed on
Oct 9, 2025
Sold by
Brown George V and Brown Loren F
Bought by
Brown Julie P
Seller's Agent
Peter Franklin
Foxfire Real Estate, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Brandon Braswell
Realty Group 1 LLC
List Price
$460,000
Sold Price
$430,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-6.52%
Views
46
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$3,806
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.88%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 3, 2016
Sold by
Pearce Dorothy
Bought by
Brown George and Brown Loren F
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 1, 1993
Bought by
Pearce Dorothy
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Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $430,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $245,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $79,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/17/2025 10/17/25 | Sold | $430,000 | -6.5% | $291 / Sq Ft |
| 08/19/2025 08/19/25 | For Sale | $460,000 | -- | $312 / Sq Ft |
Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,976 | $291,440 | $80,000 | $211,440 |
| 2024 | $1,976 | $291,440 | $80,000 | $211,440 |
| 2023 | $1,976 | $291,440 | $80,000 | $211,440 |
| 2022 | $1,672 | $243,090 | $80,000 | $163,090 |
| 2021 | $1,672 | $243,090 | $80,000 | $163,090 |
| 2020 | $1,697 | $243,090 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,697 | $189,950 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,255 | $189,950 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,255 | $189,680 | $75,000 | $114,680 |
| 2014 | $1,234 | $189,950 | $75,000 | $114,950 |
| 2013 | -- | $189,950 | $75,000 | $114,950 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Peter Franklin
-
Brandon Braswell
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Brandon Braswell
Realty Group 1 LLC
(828) 559-9522
113 Total Sales
Map
Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)
MLS Number: 4290550
APN: 0787-00-87-1815
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