$389,900
$35K PRICE DROP

520 Forest St Mars Hill, NC 28754

Estimated payment $2,234/month

Total Views 2,065
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,020 Sq Ft
$382 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Laundry Room
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Madison Middle School Rated A-
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Siding

About This Home

Welcome to this beautifully refreshed 3-bedroom home, perfectly situated in the vibrant town of Mars Hill. Just a stone's throw from Mars Hill University, this property offers both comfort and convenience—ideal as a primary residence or a lucrative investment opportunity for short- or long-term rentals. Step inside to find a one level layout that is functional and welcoming, offering just the right balance of cozy living and open space. With updated flooring, an updated shower and a fresh coat of paint, this home is turn key and ready for new memories to be made. Enjoy the outdoors with your furry companions in the fully fenced backyard—perfect for pets, play, or simply relaxing in the Carolina sunshine. This home does not have restirctions, therefore short term and long term rentals are allowed. Don’t miss your chance to own this move-in-ready gem in one of the most charming mountain towns in Western North Carolina!

Listing Agent

Alicia Hurst

Coldwell Banker Advantage Brokerage Email: Aliciahurst@cbking.com License #283592 Listed on: 06/06/2025

Coldwell Banker Advantage

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $975

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,020 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Electric Oven
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 9747584626

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$975

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Ratio CurrentPrice/TotalPropertyHLA: 382.25
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Attribution Contact: Aliciahurst@cbking.com
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Fireplace: No
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1020
  • Third Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Appliances: Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1020
  • Has Basement: Basement Garage Door, Walk-Out Access
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Living Area: 1020
  • Bedroom Main: 3
  • Room Count: 8

Exterior Features

  • New Construction: No
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Construction Type: Brick Partial, Wood

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

Utilities

  • Heating: Central, Heat Pump
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Water Source: City

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Area: 0.46
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 9747584626
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Specification: R

Green Features

  • Green Verification Count: 0

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Unspecified
  • High School: Unspecified

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 $975 $220,788 $16,960 $203,828
2023 $760 $115,954 $15,418 $100,536
2022 $760 $115,954 $15,418 $100,536
2021 $760 $115,954 $15,418 $100,536
2020 $760 $115,954 $15,418 $100,536
2019 $598 $79,709 $12,415 $67,294
2018 $414 $0 $0 $0
2017 $789 $0 $0 $0
2016 $789 $0 $0 $0
2015 -- $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $79,709 $12,415 $67,294
2013 -- $79,709 $12,415 $67,294
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/08/2025 07/08/25 Price Changed $389,900 -2.5% $382 / Sq Ft
06/24/2025 06/24/25 Price Changed $400,000 -5.9% $392 / Sq Ft
06/06/2025 06/06/25 For Sale $425,000 +42.1% $417 / Sq Ft
08/11/2023 08/11/23 Sold $299,000 0.0% $293 / Sq Ft
06/16/2023 06/16/23 For Sale $299,000 -- $293 / Sq Ft
Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $299,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

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Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

MLS Number: 4268414

Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

APN: 9747-58-4626