Positioned on 1.445 acres carved from a larger tract, this property offers a rare combination of accessibility, flexibility, and long-range potential. With most of the acreage along the road, it’s an ideal setup for investors, builders, or anyone looking to create a custom mountain retreat without the challenges of steep or landlocked terrain. The existing 1963 home (2BR/1BA) has been partially taken down to studs — creating a blank slate for a full renovation or a clean teardown for new construction. The footprint, along with existing infrastructure, could provide a valuable head start depending on your plans. A standout feature is the large wooden barn, offering storage, workshop space, or potential creative reuse. The land itself is gently sloped and usable, with mountain views and multiple potential build sites. Enjoy the charm of a front porch setting with views, plus a screened back porch area that hints at the property’s original character. Located just 10 minutes to both Mars Hill and Marshall, and only 20 minutes to Weaverville, you get the balance of quiet mountain living with easy access to growing small-town hubs. This is a project—but it’s the kind with upside. Whether you’re looking to build new, invest, or create a mountain getaway, the fundamentals here are solid. **FHA Renovation loans are available - contact agent for details!
Single-familyProperty Type
1963Year Built
1.44 acresLot Size
Listed by Mark Mennone• Keller Williams Professionals
Contact: mark@fireflyrealty.com
Bought with Jeanne Lambert• LOVE Land and Home Inc.
Est. $1,532 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 176 Laurel Branch Cemetery Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4377690
Jul 24, 2026
Sold
$150,000
Jul 10, 2026
Contingent
—
May 22, 2026
Price Changed
$180,000
May 4, 2026
Listed
$200,000
Public Records
Sep 19, 2025
Sold
$4,400,000
Public Records
May 29, 2014
Sold
$70,100
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$2,373 (+150.6%)
$59,484 + $379,051
$438,535
2022
$947
$54,055 + $99,332
$153,387
2021
$947
$54,055 + $99,332
$153,387
2020
$947 (+48.4%)
$54,055 + $99,332
$153,387
2019
$638 (+41.2%)
$49,141 + $37,785
$86,926
2018
$452
$49,141 + $37,785
$86,926
2017
$452
$49,141 + $37,785
$86,926
2016
$452
$49,141 + $37,785
$86,926
2014
$452
$49,141 + $37,785
$86,926
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.8 Acres
Year renovated
1998
Sq. Ft.
896
Year built
1963
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Madison County
APN
9726582688
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 25, 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: None
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Natural Gas
Cooling Information: None
Sq. Ft. Unheated Total: 1,472
Sq. Ft. Unheated Main: 1,472
Interior Features
Room Count: 1
Appliances: None
Flooring: Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Hardboard Siding
Roof: Composition
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Screened
Fencing: Fenced, Partial
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Barn(s)
Accessibility Features: Two or More Access Exits
Zoning: RES
Zoning Specification: RES
Lot Information
Lot Features: Private, Rolling Slope, Wooded, Views
Lot Size Area: 1.445
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To Dues: No
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Mars Hill
Middle Or Junior High School: Madison
High School: Madison
Location Information
Directions: From I-26, take exit 19A for US 25/70 toward Marshall, follow for 7.5 miles. Turn right onto Long Branch Rd then left again to continue on Long Branch Rd, follow for .8 miles then turn right onto N Long Branch Rd, continue for 1.1 miles. Turn left onto Windswept Ridge Rd then left onto Laurel Branch Cemetery Rd, property will be on the right. You will see the large wooden barn first, before you make the curve and see the white house.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 896
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4.8 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1963
Year Renovated: 1998
County: Madison County
APN: 9726582688
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 24, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 0
Living Area: 0
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 0
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: One
Team Information
List Team ID: TM100210
List Team Mls Id: 69080
Around this home
0/100 Car-Dependent
Schools
Places
Transit
Mars Hill Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 4.6mi
6/10
Madison Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.4mi
5/10
Madison High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi
4/10
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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
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Marshall, NC • 28753
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Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.