Mars Hill meticulously maintained cottage - 38 Sunrise Drive, Mars Hill
Large wraparound front porch, partially covered - 38 Sunrise Drive, Mars Hill
Country setting, peaceful - 38 Sunrise Drive, Mars Hill
Inviting front porch is the perfect place for enjoying morning coffee, listening to the rain, or simply taking in the pastoral view of grazing horses nearby. - 38 Sunrise Drive, Mars Hill
Main Entrance - 38 Sunrise Drive, Mars Hill
Sunny and bright spaces - 38 Sunrise Drive, Mars Hill
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Large wide vinyl plank wood flooring - 38 Sunrise Drive, Mars Hill
Open floor plan with a vaulted ceiling - 38 Sunrise Drive, Mars Hill
Open floor plan - 38 Sunrise Drive, Mars Hill
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Neutral cedar shake cabinets with brushed nickel hardware - 38 Sunrise Drive, Mars Hill
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gas fireplace in living room - 38 Sunrise Drive, Mars Hill
Sunny and happy - 38 Sunrise Drive, Mars Hill
Recessed lighting throughout, ceiling fans - 38 Sunrise Drive, Mars Hill
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Soft-beige walls - 38 Sunrise Drive, Mars Hill
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Primary bedroom on main level - 38 Sunrise Drive, Mars Hill
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One nice section of fenced side yard for doggies - 38 Sunrise Drive, Mars Hill
Sunny back patio - 38 Sunrise Drive, Mars Hill
Spacious grounds provide plenty of sun and room for gardening, enjoying nature, and outdoor recreation - 38 Sunrise Drive, Mars Hill
Great double driveway for multiple cars or parking fun toys or additional vehicles - 38 Sunrise Drive, Mars Hill
The spacious grounds provide plenty of sun and room for gardening, enjoying nature, and outdoor recreation, all with added privacy. - 38 Sunrise Drive, Mars Hill
Country setting, peaceful - 38 Sunrise Drive, Mars Hill
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$488,900

38 Sunrise Drive
Mars Hill, NC 28754
Listed by Laura Moye · Mosaic Community Lifestyle Realty
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Living area
1,739 sqft
Year built
2021

About this home

Welcome to this adorable 2021 cottage, immaculately maintained on 1.34 peaceful, gently rolling acres near Mars Hill University. With clean lines, contemporary design, and partial close-range mountain views, the property offers a wonderful balance of modern style and comfortable mountain living. The spacious grounds provide plenty of sun and room for gardening, enjoying nature, and outdoor recreation, all with added privacy. The inviting front porch is the perfect place for enjoying morning coffee, listening to the rain, or simply taking in the pastoral view of grazing horses nearby. Inside, an open floor plan with a vaulted ceiling, soft neutral finishes, and abundant natural light create a cheerful, welcoming atmosphere. The living room features a gas fireplace with a stylish tile surround, adding warmth and character to the home. Conveniently located on the main level, the spacious primary suite includes a walk-in closet, linen closet, laundry nook, double vanities, and a tub-and-shower combination. The lower level offers two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, access to the back patio and yard, and a one-car garage. Enjoy birdsong from the back patio, peaceful mountain views, and wonderful space between neighbors. Warm, modern, and quietly sophisticated, this sun-filled cottage offers an appealing blend of privacy, charm, and convenience in a beautiful country setting.

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS
Canopy MLS
MLS #
CAR4406228
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
Sunrise Estates
Status
Active
Days on market
75
On market date
August 1, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
2
Garage spaces
N/A
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.

Elementary
Mars Hill Elementary
1.44 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
10.16 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
8.2 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). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

11
Very car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
3.0 / 20 -- Least walkable
Google Places amenity density
5 / 100
Restaurants & cafes0
Grocery stores0
Parks0
Schools1
Transit stops0
Pharmacies0

Market position

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

On the market 75 days -- 155 fewer days than Mars Hill's current average of 230 days.
For reference, the median list price across 236 active listings in Mars Hill right now is $217,250.

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$97,780 down
$391,120 loan
Principal & interest$2,537
Property tax (est.)$407
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated 1 days ago.

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