Great first time buyer opportunity! Country feel in town. Walk to downtown Mars Hill shops, restaurants, and Otis Duck Greenway. Elevated deck overlooking green space. Large yard perfect for gardens or kids. Convenient to Weaverville and Asheville. Several recent improvements - new roof, insulated windows, landscaping, some vinyl siding. Hardwood floors throughout. A great price for three bedrooms and tons of outdoor space.
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
0.42 acresLot Size
$241Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Brye Hambright• G/M Property Group
Bought with Tracey Novak• Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Downtown
Location! Location! Location! Walk to Main Street restaurants and shops, Mars Hill University, & Saturday's farmer's market. This home is perfect for first time home buyers or investors. Beautiful setting in the Jewel of the Blue Ridge.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$819
$28,520 + $99,376
$127,896
2022
$819
$28,520 + $99,376
$127,896
2021
$819
$28,520 + $99,376
$127,896
2020
$819 (+71.0%)
$28,520 + $99,376
$127,896
2019
$479 (+58.8%)
$11,638 + $46,378
$58,016
2018
$302 (−47.5%)
$11,638 + $46,378
$58,016
2017
$574
$11,638 + $46,378
$58,016
2016
$574 (+17.6%)
$11,638 + $46,378
$58,016
2014
$488
$3,000 + $46,378
$49,378
Tax history for 139 Bruce Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$819
$28,520 + $99,376
$127,896
2022
$819
$28,520 + $99,376
$127,896
2021
$819
$28,520 + $99,376
$127,896
2020
$819 (+71.0%)
$28,520 + $99,376
$127,896
2019
$479 (+58.8%)
$11,638 + $46,378
$58,016
2018
$302 (−47.5%)
$11,638 + $46,378
$58,016
2017
$574
$11,638 + $46,378
$58,016
2016
$574 (+17.6%)
$11,638 + $46,378
$58,016
2014
$488
$3,000 + $46,378
$49,378
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Directions: I-26E to Exit 11. Turn Left on NC-213W towards downtown Mars Hill. At 1.1 miles, turn Right on N Main St. At 0.2 miles, turn Left on Bruce Rd. House is on Left in 0.1 miles.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,038
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.42 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1969
Year Renovated: 1983
County: Madison County
APN: 9747864431
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 1038
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1038
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Sq. Ft. Additional: 0
Building Area Total: 1038
Foundation Details: Basement, Basement Outside Entrance, Block
Structure Type: 1 Story
Around this home
Schools
Mars Hill Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
6/10
Madison Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 9.3mi
5/10
Madison High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.1mi
4/10
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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
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 98° expected this year, 22 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, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Mars Hill, NC • 28754
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
June and 5 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.