Property line is in the area where the road begins to curve back to the right as it goes up the hill (in the area where the sun is shining); the majority of this pic is road frontage and is to the left of the Pepperwood  Dr. intersection
Road frontage to the left of Pepperwood Dr.
More road frontage just to the left of Pepperwood Dr.
Property straight-on from Pepperwood Dr.
Road frontage to the right of Pepperwood Dr
#6 - taken from approximate midway of the road frontage of Lot 72
#7 - taken from approximate midway of the road frontage of Lot 727
#8 - taken from approximate midway of the road frontage of Lot 72
#9  - taken from approximate midway of the road frontage of Lot 72
#10 - Intersection across from lot and taken from approximate midway of the road frontage of Lot 72
#11 - taken near the property line of Lot 170
#12 - taken near the property line of Lot 170
#13 - taken up the road from property line of Lot 170
#14 - taken about 3/4 of the way toward the old lot line between Lot 170 and Lot 72
#15 - taken about 3/4 of the way toward the old lot line between Lot 170 and Lot 72
#16 - taken about 3/4 of the way toward the old lot line between Lot 170 and Lot 72
#17 - back toward the property line as the road starts up the hill
#18 - from on top of the bank at the road
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#23 - at the bottom of the previously graded and gravel drive
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#28 - Gravel hidden by the leaves
#29 - Mountain Laurel
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#38 - ridgeline in the background
#39 - ridgeline in the background
#40 - Neighboring house on Big Branch Dr (white area deep into trees)
#41 - Downhill from eastern side of property
#42 - Uphill from area near eastern side of property
Mailboxes at gate
Pavilion pic #1
Pavilion pic #2
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Pavilion pic #5
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$52,900

Marion, NC 28752
Listed by Priscilla Boone · Realty Group 1 LLC
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About this home

Are you ready for a quiet community where, after entering the gate, the drive alone is calming and relaxing? Then welcome to Forest Heights! Enjoy the heritage of the Gibbs Mountain area and stake your claim to your piece of the smaller ridges below the crest. From your property, although the peak is only about 4000' to the south-southwest away and roughly 600' above you at approximately 2020' in elevation, you still may not actually get to see it! The wooded expanse of the Forest Heights around you (just as the name implies) may hinder unobstructed views from your property, but with every twist and turn of the road you'll find yourself gazing to see what spectacular beauty your eyes may behold. Rising to the north-northwest and where the hills and valleys dip below your heights, you'll find sporadic long-range views of the Blue Ridge Mountains of Appalachia; all the while being less than 10 miles from Lake James and even a round of golf at the Marion Lake Club. This 5.2 acre lot was combined (lot 72 and 170) by the developer and has 527.89' of road frontage with a drive cut-in previously and some gravel placed. It appears to also go down to a lower level of the property and the "flat" sections can somewhat be seen in some of the photos. The grade is such that a build site would be easily expected. Because the parcels 5+ acres, Covenants allow for an additional guesthouse (with restrictions). Short-term rentals are allowed. Whether taking a stroll along the road or through the woods or simply experiencing the views from every spot along the many different roadways throughout the Forest Heights community, the scenery will not disappoint. Be sure to plan time enjoying the outdoors at the pavilion with a cozy fireplace and picnic tables underneath the protection of the covered roof. Come build your forever or vacation home, set-up your twice per year seasonal getaway travel site, or start your short-term rental empire...Forest Heights awaits you...just come and see! Be sure to watch the virtual tour video to enjoy your new drive home!

Property details

MLS #
CAR4321130
Property type
Lot
Subdivision
Forest Heights
Status
Active
Days on market
1
On market date
November 14, 2025
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

Elementary
Nebo Elementary School
2.17 mi away · Grades -1-5
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.3
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
352
Student:teacher ratio
14.1:1
District
McDowell County Schools
Middle
East McDowell Middle School
2.29 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
2.6
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: D (2025)
Enrollment
531
Student:teacher ratio
13.0:1
District
McDowell County Schools
High
McDowell Early College
2.51 mi away · Grades 9-13
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.8
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: A (2025)
Enrollment
254
Student:teacher ratio
23.1:1
District
McDowell County Schools

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$10,580 down
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Property tax (est.)$44
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated November 15, 2025.

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