Back on the Market!! Super cute house located close to downtown Marion! Beautiful 2 bedroom, 2 bath home that was updated a few years ago. The current owners use the third room as an extra bedroom. The kitchen features easy close cabinets, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. Spend the evenings by the fire pit in the backyard or enjoy sitting on the semiprivate back deck. The backyard is also fenced in, the perfect spot for your pet. New roof installed in 2023. The property is located 5 minutes from downtown Marion, 30 minutes to Asheville and 30 minutes to Morganton.
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
0.34 acresLot Size
$179Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Emilie Burgin• Carolina Mountain Sales
Contact: emilie.burgin@yahoo.com
Bought with Phillip Warren• Keller Williams Professionals
Beautiful 3 bedroom 2 bath home completely modernized with all new updates! These impressive upgrades include all hardwood easy close kitchen cabinets and bathroom vanities with granite counter tops, new 30 year architectural shingles, all new flooring, fresh paint, and complete with all stainless steel appliances! Enjoy some relaxation time with a woodland view on this semiprivate deck or head on into downtown for some local grub located within just minutes from downtown Marion! Act fast before it's gone!
Public Records
May 28, 2020
Sold
$172,000
$122/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3504481
Aug 28, 2019
Sold
$52,000
$37/sq ft
Aug 9, 2019
Pending
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Jul 9, 2019
Price Changed
$59,900
$43/sq ft
Jun 5, 2019
Price Changed
$64,900
$46/sq ft
May 7, 2019
Listed
$69,900
$50/sq ft
+30
.34 Acre lot with presumed well and septic. 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath home. Fireplace in living room. Windows appear to have been replaced. 6"X10" rear deck. Home needs rehab as there is damage to floors, walls and some ceiling damage.
Public Records
Jan 8, 2007
Sold
$115,000
$82/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$876
$30,000 + $92,660
$122,660
2024
$876 (+3.3%)
$30,000 + $92,660
$122,660
2023
$848 (+32.0%)
$30,000 + $92,660
$122,660
2022
$642
$17,500 + $74,110
$91,610
2021
$642 (+0.5%)
$17,500 + $74,110
$91,610
2020
$639
$17,500 + $74,110
$91,610
2019
$639 (+21.4%)
$17,500 + $74,110
$91,610
2018
$527 (+5.9%)
$15,000 + $62,710
$77,710
2017
$498 (+0.1%)
$15,000 + $62,710
$77,710
2016
$497 (+1.6%)
$15,000 + $62,710
$77,710
2014
$489
Tax history for 181 Hill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$876
$30,000 + $92,660
$122,660
2024
$876 (+3.3%)
$30,000 + $92,660
$122,660
2023
$848 (+32.0%)
$30,000 + $92,660
$122,660
2022
$642
$17,500 + $74,110
$91,610
2021
$642 (+0.5%)
$17,500 + $74,110
$91,610
2020
$639
$17,500 + $74,110
$91,610
2019
$639 (+21.4%)
$17,500 + $74,110
$91,610
2018
$527 (+5.9%)
$15,000 + $62,710
$77,710
2017
$498 (+0.1%)
$15,000 + $62,710
$77,710
2016
$497 (+1.6%)
$15,000 + $62,710
$77,710
2014
$489
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
155 ft.
Lot size
0.34 Acres
Year renovated
1975
Sq. Ft.
1,426
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
McDowell County
APN
1702-04-92-3796
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
Feb 9, 2022 • Final
Mechanical
Gas
Jan 11, 2021 • Final
Mechanical
Heat pump
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
Parking Features: Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Main: 3
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Main: 2
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Fireplace Information
Fireplace Features: Fire Pit, Gas Log
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Heat Pump
Cooling Information: Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
Interior Features
Room Count: 7
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Vinyl
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Exterior Features: Fire Pit
Fencing: Fenced
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Zoning Specification: 01
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Level
Lot Size Area: 0.34
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.34
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Unspecified
Middle Or Junior High School: East McDowell
High School: McDowell
Location Information
Directions: From Downtown Marion take East Court Street to Gilkey Street. Turn right at the stop sign and continue on Virginia Road. Take a left on Hill Road. House is located on the left with a sign in the yard.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,426
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.34 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: 1975
County: McDowell County
APN: 1702-04-92-3796
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1407
Living Area: 1407
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,407
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1407
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Building Area Total: 1407
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: One
Team Information
List Office AOR: McDowell Board of Realtors
Around this home
Schools
Eastfield Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi
8/10
East McDowell Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
6/10
McDowell High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
2/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
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Estimated sale price
$240,000 – $290,000
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