You can have it all - land, indoor space, views, paved road, quality construction, gigantic wraparound covered deck, 30 minutes from downtown Asheville (not a second more, I promise!) all at a reasonable price! This house isn't spacious, it's sprawling. Tiled shower, guest suite, multiple bonus rooms, bubbling brook within earshot. Sellers have taken a nice home and turned it into a magnificent retreat - new deck roof and all new architectural shingles, new gutters, new paint inside and out, 2 zone heating system with one brand new heat pump, all new ductwork, new water heater, gleaming oak hardwood throughout, tile in every bathroom, island with breakfast bar, ceiling fan in every room. This house is absolutely move-in ready and will impress you at every turn.
Single-familyProperty Type
1990Year Built
1.29 acresLot Size
$189Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Todd Norman• Blueblaze Real Estate Group LLC
Bought with Todd Norman• Blueblaze Real Estate Group LLC
3 bed/3.5 bath home in a picturesque country setting w/ long range, year-round mountain views. 1.29 gently rolling acres. Home features an open concept, a potential 2nd master suite on the main level, multiple bonus rooms, and a wrap-around deck. Waiting for new owners to renovate the home and make their own! Cash offers only. No inspection or financing contingencies will be granted.
Public Records
Nov 21, 2005
Sold
$176,000
$65/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$1,939
$31,500 + $266,652
$298,152
2022
$1,939
$31,500 + $266,652
$298,152
2021
$1,939
$31,500 + $266,652
$298,152
2020
$1,939 (+55.4%)
$31,500 + $266,652
$298,152
2019
$1,248 (+20.3%)
$24,806 + $145,207
$170,013
2018
$1,037
$24,806 + $145,208
$170,014
2017
$1,037
$24,806 + $145,208
$170,014
2016
$1,037 (+3.4%)
$24,806 + $145,208
$170,014
2014
$1,003
$24,806 + $145,208
$170,014
Tax history for 661 Buckner Branch Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$1,939
$31,500 + $266,652
$298,152
2022
$1,939
$31,500 + $266,652
$298,152
2021
$1,939
$31,500 + $266,652
$298,152
2020
$1,939 (+55.4%)
$31,500 + $266,652
$298,152
2019
$1,248 (+20.3%)
$24,806 + $145,207
$170,013
2018
$1,037
$24,806 + $145,208
$170,014
2017
$1,037
$24,806 + $145,208
$170,014
2016
$1,037 (+3.4%)
$24,806 + $145,208
$170,014
2014
$1,003
$24,806 + $145,208
$170,014
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Interior Features: Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry
Appliances: Ceiling Fan(s), Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Electric Dryer Hookup, Oven, Refrigerator
Flooring: Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Construction Status: Complete
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features
Porch: Covered,Porch-Wrap Around,Deck
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: None
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Accessibility Features: 2 or More Access Exits
Lot Information
Lot Features: Creekfront, Long Range View, Mountain View, Rolling Slope, Views, Year Round View
Lot Size Area: 1.29
Elevation: 2500
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Water Heater Information: Electric
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units: 0
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Mars Hill
Middle Or Junior High School: Madison
High School: Madison
Location Information
Directions: Take 26 West/ US 23N. Take Exit 9 towards Burnsville, US 19. Continue 3 miles to Buckner Branch Rd, turn left. House is on the left after .5 miles.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,682
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.29 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1990
Year Renovated: 1998
County: Madison County
APN: 9769612925
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 2696
Sq. Ft. Upper: 1348
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1348
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Building Area Total: 2696
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Structure Type: 2 Story
Around this home
Schools
Mars Hill Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 4.5mi
6/10
Madison Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 12.8mi
5/10
Madison High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 11.1mi
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
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 95° expected this year, 23 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 8.6 hours in
June and 4.9 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.