$149,500
About this home
Discover the perfect blend of privacy, potential, and pristine Western North Carolina mountain living at 17619 NC 209 Highway, Hot Springs, NC 28743—a rare opportunity on 12.6 sprawling acres in the serene Spring Creek community. This spacious 3-bedroom 2-bathroom home was built in 1975 and offers a blank canvas for your vision. Currently unfinished in parts, it features multiple flexible spaces that can easily transform into additional bedrooms, bonus rooms, offices, or hobby areas—providing endless possibilities for customization. The open-concept layout invites natural light through generous windows, while the solid bones include a practical slab foundation, good electrical condition, and convenient detached garage parking. Step outside to your own private paradise: the expansive wooded and open acreage delivers ultimate seclusion, with room to roam, garden, add trails, or create your dream outdoor retreat. Just across the road, the soothing sounds of babbling Spring Creek create a tranquil backdrop—ideal for relaxing on the expansive covered front porch, fly fishing, or simply unwinding amid nature's symphony. Nestled in the heart of Madison County's mountain charm, this property is a short and beautiful drive from historic Hot Springs' famous mineral baths, the French Broad River for rafting and tubing, Appalachian Trail access, hiking trails, and the vibrant yet laid-back downtown scene. Zoning supports versatile uses, including potential for accessory dwellings, guest cabins, or even a family compound—making it a smart choice for those seeking a legacy property or income-generating retreat. Sold AS-IS and ready for the right owner to infuse creativity and sweat equity. Whether you're envisioning a forever mountain home, multi-generational haven, or high-potential investment, this rare large-acreage gem in a peaceful, creek-side setting won't last long. Schedule your private tour and start turning this mountain canvas into your masterpiece!
Highlights
Property details
- MLS
- Canopy MLS
- MLS #
- CAR4359158
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- NONE
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 84
- On market date
- March 21, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 2
- Garage spaces
- N/A
- Parking spaces
- N/A
- Lot size
- N/A
Location
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Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.
- Enrollment
- 131
- Student:teacher ratio
- 10.9:1
- District
- Madison County Schools
- Enrollment
- 439
- Student:teacher ratio
- 11.6:1
- District
- Madison County Schools
- Enrollment
- 271
- Student:teacher ratio
- 27.1:1
- District
- Madison County Schools
Walkability
Blended score for Hot Springs's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
Market position
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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated 6 days ago.
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