Rendering of front; using real stone and Accoya wood. That's a sustainably harvested, all natural wood product. - Mars Hill
Even a stone driveway - Mars Hill
Rendering of the front of the house.  Note the stone walkway all the way around the home. - Mars Hill
Huge stone patio on the back with multiple entry points. - Mars Hill
Another view of the patio area. - Mars Hill
Renderings together. - Mars Hill
Upper level floor plan. - Mars Hill
Lower level floor plan. - Mars Hill
Survey; the .59 acre slice to the right is not included in the offering. It's spoken for. - Mars Hill
Single Family Residence at Mars Hill, photo 10 of 35
Paved drive to the lot; note the excavation of the lot to the center left of the photo. - Mars Hill
Lot off to the left. - Mars Hill
Closer view of the excavation.  Hill to be graded better than it looks here. - Mars Hill
View from above.  The next door neighbor is the little piece of home you see to the upper left of the photo. - Mars Hill
Lot is to the lower right of the photo where you see dirt. - Mars Hill
Drive down from the lot.  The home seen is the neighboring home, not within eyesight of the lot. Built by the same builder. - Mars Hill
Another view of the drive up to the lot. - Mars Hill
Community Mail Stop near the gated entrance. - Mars Hill
Community clubhouse nestled in the woods. - Mars Hill
The back of the clubhouse.  Host a larger gathering here. - Mars Hill
Tennis anyone? - Mars Hill
Your gated entry to Mountain Park.  Great access control. - Mars Hill
Just a five minute drive to the quaint town of Mars Hill. - Mars Hill
Entry to Mars Hill University with its renowned Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre. - Mars Hill
N. Main Street., Mars Hill, NC, USA - Mars Hill
Meet your friends at the coffee house, just 5 minutes from your home. - Mars Hill
Would you rather have wine?  It's there too. - Mars Hill
Or maybe a mug of brew? - Mars Hill
Even a downtown bakery. - Mars Hill
Yes, an Italian restaurant.  The owner had one in South Florida and recreated it here many years ago. - Mars Hill
Easily walkable downtown. - Mars Hill
Western NC is full of visual arts. - Mars Hill
Sit a spell and contemplate the day. - Mars Hill
A small Southern town is not complete without a beautiful church steeple. - Mars Hill
While the downtown has the quaint shops, larger stores are just around the corner. - Mars Hill
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$2,400,000

Mars Hill, NC 28754
Listed by Lee Smith · Redfin Corporation
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2.5
Living area
3,938 sqft
Year built
2026

About this home

Conveniently located 5 minutes from quaint Mars Hill, 15 minutes to Weaverville for loads of shopping and an easy 25 minute ride to downtown Asheville, we ask; are you ready to embrace a serene lifestyle surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty? Nestled on a charming knoll in the pristine Mountain Park development, this custom-built home offers you the perfect escape into the mountains of western North Carolina. Set on over 2 acres of lush, wooded sanctuary, this exquisite residence features luxurious finishes and high-quality craftsmanship throughout. Enjoy year-round comfort with heated floors and a spacious open kitchen equipped with handcrafted cabinets by America’s finest artisans. Culinary enthusiasts will appreciate the top-of-the-line Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances that make entertaining a delight. With three inviting bedrooms and 2.5 stylish baths, every corner of this home has been thoughtfully designed to combine comfort and elegance. The architecture reflects the spirit of Appalachia, adorned with native stone, masterfully shaped by skilled stonemasons, giving the exterior a timeless allure. Complementing this rustic charm, the modern lines of the design and the low-profile roofline create a vision of contemporary elegance. As part of this inviting community, you'll have access to existing hiking trails, with additional trails currently in development. These future pathways promise to enhance your connection with nature, allowing you to explore the breathtaking surroundings and unwind among the abundant wildlife. Don't miss the opportunity to make this luxurious mountain retreat your new home. Join us in the enchanting Preserve at Mountain Park and experience the perfect blend of nature and refined living. Here's more about Mars Hill, NC (copy and paste) https://www.islands.com/2002145/appalachia-mountain-charming-college-towns-north-carolina-outdoor-adventure-luxurious-cabins/

Highlights

FireplaceNew construction

Property details

MLS #
CAR4370515
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
Mountain Park
Status
Active
Days on market
26
On market date
April 21, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
2.5
Garage spaces
2
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
N/A
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Nearby schools

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 (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).

Elementary
Mars Hill Elementary
1.82 mi away · Grades 0-5
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
497
Student:teacher ratio
13.4:1
District
Madison County Schools
Middle
Madison Middle School
9.16 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.6
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
439
Student:teacher ratio
11.6:1
District
Madison County Schools
High
Madison Early College High
7.45 mi away · Grades 9-13
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.1
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: B (2025)
Enrollment
271
Student:teacher ratio
27.1:1
District
Madison County Schools

Walkability

Blended score for Mars Hill'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). EPA National Walkability Index only -- nearby-amenity data not cached yet for this area.

20
Car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
4.0 / 20 -- Least walkable

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Mars Hill, from live MLS data.

On the market 26 days -- 328 fewer days than Mars Hill's current average of 354 days.
For reference, the median list price across 217 active listings in Mars Hill right now is $130,000.

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$480,000 down
$1,920,000 loan
Principal & interest$12,453
Property tax (est.)$2,000
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated May 18, 2026.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.