Charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home located within city limits and conveniently close to local amenities. This home features a newly updated kitchen and original hardwood floors that add warmth and character throughout. Enjoy outdoor living on the large covered side porch, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Situated on a spacious lot, the property offers ample room to add a garage, build a small additional home, or create a beautiful garden space. This property offers the best of both worlds, with city water and sewer serving the main residence, plus an on-site septic tank. The septic system provides flexible options for future development—perfect for adding a garage with bathroom facilities, creating an RV pad with full hookups, or servicing a workshop or guest quarters. A great opportunity for homeowners or investors looking for charm, location, and potential. Call today for your showing!!
Est. $1,656 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 93 John Gilkey Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4333548
May 7, 2026
Sold
$213,000
$264/sq ft
Apr 6, 2026
Contingent
—
Mar 9, 2026
Price Changed
$229,900
$285/sq ft
Jan 8, 2026
Listed
$235,000
$292/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4030091
Aug 11, 2023
Sold
$175,000
$217/sq ft
Jun 24, 2023
Contingent
—
Jun 16, 2023
Price Changed
$189,900
$236/sq ft
May 17, 2023
Listed
$195,900
$243/sq ft
+12
Private end of street living on half acre within city limits! Welcome to your little piece of paradise. This brick charmer is surrounded by trees and nature on 3 sides while right off business 221. This is a great starter home or investment property. Lot has additional septic, water and power which could be connected to ADU with approval for additional income or MIL unit. Sit on your covered side porch and watch the deer wander through. Home has built in Omnishield for fire/water/carbon monoxide detection. Must see home, close to everything while providing county living feel. Large covered side deck plus patio in rear for entertaining.
Public Records
Dec 19, 2017
Sold
$85,000
$105/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$408
$25,000 + $43,240
$68,240
2024
$408
$25,000 + $43,240
$68,240
2023
$408 (+2.2%)
$25,000 + $43,240
$68,240
2022
$399
$20,000 + $45,700
$65,700
2021
$399 (−1.6%)
$20,000 + $45,700
$65,700
2020
$406
$20,000 + $45,700
$65,700
2019
$406 (+22.7%)
$20,000 + $45,700
$65,700
2018
$331 (+6.5%)
$15,000 + $38,560
$53,560
2017
$311 (−9.4%)
$15,000 + $38,560
$53,560
2016
$343 (+1.8%)
$15,000 + $38,560
$53,560
2014
$337
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.5 Acres
Year renovated
1968
Sq. Ft.
810
Year built
1968
Style
Single Family Residential
County
McDowell County
APN
1701-06-29-5581
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
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
Room 1 Information
Room Level: Main
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: In Kitchen
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Heat Pump, Propane, Space Heater
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Room Count: 1
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Brick Full
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Side Porch
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning Specification: R2
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level
Lot Size Area: 0.5
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Marion
Middle Or Junior High School: East Middle
High School: McDowell
Location Information
Directions: From North Main St, Turn onto Valley St. At curve, take right onto John Gilkey. Property ahead on left.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 810
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1968
Year Renovated: 1968
County: McDowell County
APN: 1701-06-29-5581
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 806
Living Area: 806
Above Grade Finished Area: 806
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 806
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Second Living Quarters Heated Living Area: 0
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Marion Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
4/10
West McDowell Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
3/10
McDowell High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
2/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 17 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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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
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.8 hrs
5.1 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$219,000 – $264,000
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