This would make a great home for investors or buyers looking for an affordable home. This home offers 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and a bonus room. It sits on 0.56 acres and the property is just a short drive from I-40 and all of the shops in Downtown Marion. Updates that had already been done when current owner purchased the home include new 200 Amp electrical upgrade, HVAC system, roof, vinyl siding, and replacement windows. Recent improvements include new carpet, linoleum and paint throughout. Original hardwood floors have been uncovered in certain rooms. Front porch offers a perfect spot to enjoy the outdoors after a long day.
Single-familyProperty Type
1951Year Built
0.56 acresLot Size
$125Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Kristen Greene• Main Street Realty Group LLC
Contact: kristen@msrghomes.com
Bought with Sharon Kelly• Coldwell Banker Advantage
Recently remodeled 3 bedroom 1 bath home just outside Marion NC. Situated on an almost level 0.56 acres, the property is a short drive to I-40 and the quaint little shops of Downtown Marion. Updates include new 200 Amp electrical upgrade,HVAC system,roof,vinyl siding,replacement windows,and floorcoverings. Floorplan includes a large living room, eat-in kitchen, laundry/mud room, 2 bedrooms, and a 3rd area with closet that you reach by walking thru the 2nd bedroom. Covered front porch, outbuilding, and detached garage. Rarely will you find a STICK-BUILT home in this condition ANYWHERE NEAR THIS PRICE!!!
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #B29827
Oct 27, 2016
Sold
$50,000
$44/sq ft
Oct 26, 2016
Listed
$50,000
$44/sq ft
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Recently remodeled 3 bedroom 1 bath home just outside Marion NC. Situated on an almost level 0.56 acres, the property is a short drive to I-40 andthe quaint little shops of Downtown Marion. Recent upgrades include new wiring,HVAC system,roof,vinyl siding,replacememt windows,and floorcoverings. Covered front porch, outbuilding, and detached garage. Rarely will you find a STICK-BUILT home in this condition ANYWHERE NEAR THIS PRICE!!!
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #B23280
Aug 8, 2012
Sold
$14,699
$13/sq ft
Jul 20, 2012
Listed
$15,000
$13/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 6, 2006
Sold
$51,500
$45/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$596
$20,000 + $63,360
$83,360
2024
$596 (+3.3%)
$20,000 + $63,360
$83,360
2023
$576 (+10.1%)
$20,000 + $63,360
$83,360
2022
$523
$15,000 + $59,630
$74,630
2021
$523 (+0.5%)
$15,000 + $59,630
$74,630
2020
$521
$15,000 + $59,630
$74,630
2019
$521 (+86.6%)
$15,000 + $59,630
$74,630
2018
$279 (+5.9%)
$10,000 + $31,170
$41,170
2017
$264 (+0.3%)
$10,000 + $31,170
$41,170
2016
$263 (+1.5%)
$10,000 + $31,170
$41,170
2014
$259
Tax history for 529 Jacktown Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$596
$20,000 + $63,360
$83,360
2024
$596 (+3.3%)
$20,000 + $63,360
$83,360
2023
$576 (+10.1%)
$20,000 + $63,360
$83,360
2022
$523
$15,000 + $59,630
$74,630
2021
$523 (+0.5%)
$15,000 + $59,630
$74,630
2020
$521
$15,000 + $59,630
$74,630
2019
$521 (+86.6%)
$15,000 + $59,630
$74,630
2018
$279 (+5.9%)
$10,000 + $31,170
$41,170
2017
$264 (+0.3%)
$10,000 + $31,170
$41,170
2016
$263 (+1.5%)
$10,000 + $31,170
$41,170
2014
$259
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
1979
Sq. Ft.
1,146
Year built
1951
Style
Vacant Land
County
McDowell County
APN
1711-04-81-1430
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
SqFt Garage: 0
Parking Features: Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Main: 2
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Mud Room, Laundry Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Heat Pump
Cooling Information: Heat Pump
Interior Features
Room Count: 6
Appliances: Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Vinyl
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
Exterior Features: Other - See Remarks
Property Information
Development Status: Completed
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning Specification: R
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Sloped
Lot Size Area: 0.56
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.56
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: No Restrictions
HOA Information
HOA Subject To Dues: No
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Unspecified
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Unspecified
Location Information
Directions: I-40 east out of Asheville, take exit 85 on Hwy. 221, drive 1.7 miles to right on NC-226, then immediate left on Jacktown Road, house is on left. Look for sign.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,146
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: 1979
County: McDowell County
APN: 1711-04-81-1430
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Business Information
Other Sq. Ft.: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1137
Living Area: 1137
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,137
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1137
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Building Area Total: 1137
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: One
Team Information
List Office AOR: Foothills Realtor Association of North Carolina
Around this home
Schools
Eastfield Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
8/10
East McDowell Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
6/10
McDowell Early College
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
10/10
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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 103° 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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Estimated sale price
$135,000 – $163,000
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