One of Marion’s Largest Historic Brick Homes — 3,273 Sq. Ft. on .32+/- acres in downtown Marion! Bring your vision and a little TLC to this spacious brick home with tremendous potential and timeless character. Offering approximately 3,273 square feet, this impressive property features 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, plus an additional bathroom in the basement. The welcoming wrap-around covered front porch provides a wonderful place to relax and enjoy the neighborhood, while the large rear deck offers excellent outdoor living space. The property fronts Rutherford Road and has parking and concrete driveway access from Currier Avenue. The main level features a grand staircase in the entryway, a spacious living room and dining room, numerous closets for ample storage, one bedroom, kitchen includes a refrigerator, range, dishwasher and microwave. The bathroom on the main floor includes a walk-in accessible bathtub. Upstairs are four additional bedrooms, providing plenty of space for family, guests, or a home office. Heating options include a heat pump and a radiant boiler system, along with natural gas logs. This property also has central forced air conditioning. With its substantial size and brick construction, this property offers a rare opportunity in Marion. With some TLC, this home could be truly amazing! Additional Guest House and property available, see MLS 4429588.
One of Marion’s Largest Historic Brick Homes — 3,273 Sq. Ft. on 1.2 Acres with additional 650 Sq. Ft. Guest house! Bring your vision and a little TLC to this spacious brick home with tremendous potential and timeless character. Offering approximately 3,273 square feet, this impressive property features 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, plus an additional bathroom in the basement along with a 2-bedroom guest house. The home sits on a generous 1.2-acre city lot with plenty of room for additional development, gardening, recreation, or future improvements. The welcoming wrap-around covered front porch provides a wonderful place to relax and enjoy the neighborhood, while the large rear deck offers excellent outdoor living space. The property fronts Rutherford Road, and is near downtown Marion, with parking and concrete driveway access from Currier Avenue. Inside, the main level features a spacious living room and dining room, a grand staircase in the entryway, numerous closets for ample storage, and one bedroom on the main level. A walk-in accessible bathtub is also located on the main floor. Upstairs are four additional bedrooms, providing plenty of space for family, guests, or a home office. Heating options include a heat pump and a radiant boiler system, along with natural gas logs, and central forced air conditioning. Adding even more versatility to the property is the charming barn-style guest house located in the rear. The guest house features a bedroom, bathroom, living room, and kitchen on the main level, plus an additional bedroom upstairs. Whether used for extended family, guests, rental potential, or a private workspace, this additional structure offers numerous possibilities. The property also includes two large outbuildings, approximately 10x12 and 10x16. The spacious lot borders a large creek, adding privacy, natural beauty, and additional appeal. With its substantial size, brick construction, multiple living spaces, guest house, outbuildings, creek frontage, and large city lot, this property offers a rare opportunity in Marion. With some TLC, this home could be truly amazing!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,084
$27,000 + $321,550
$348,550
2025
$2,084
$27,000 + $321,550
$348,550
2024
$2,084
$27,000 + $321,550
$348,550
2023
$2,084 (+7.5%)
$27,000 + $321,550
$348,550
2022
$1,939
$20,250 + $298,670
$318,920
2021
$1,939 (−1.6%)
$20,250 + $298,670
$318,920
2020
$1,971
$20,250 + $298,670
$318,920
2019
$1,971 (+32.2%)
$20,250 + $298,670
$318,920
2018
$1,491 (+6.5%)
$16,200 + $225,030
$241,230
2017
$1,400
$16,200 + $225,030
$241,230
2016
$1,400 (+1.9%)
$16,200 + $225,030
$241,230
2014
$1,374
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
250 ft.
Lot depth
75 ft.
Lot size
0.64 Acres
Year renovated
1980
Finished Sq. Ft.
3,174
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
3,174
Year built
1924
Style
Single Family Residential
County
McDowell County
APN
1701-16-84-2819
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 2026.
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, 19 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
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Marion, NC • 28752
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
June and 5.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 606 Rutherford Rd
$384,753
$14K under list price of $399K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $255K to $415K.