Marion market snapshot
Calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from MLS-sourced listing data for Marion, refreshed nightly -- updated Oct 8, 2026.
Currently for sale in Marion
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Recently sold in Marion
Last 6 months. Real comps from the MLS, not estimates.
Popular neighborhoods in Marion
Ranked by active MLS listings right now.
Walkability
Blended score for Marion'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).
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).
- Enrollment
- 263
- Student:teacher ratio
- 12.5:1
- District
- McDowell County Schools
- Enrollment
- 531
- Student:teacher ratio
- 13.0:1
- District
- McDowell County Schools
- Enrollment
- 254
- Student:teacher ratio
- 23.1:1
- District
- McDowell County Schools
Commute
Real drive time from Marion's center to Downtown Charlotte.
Current Weather
Live conditions in Marion, from Rutherfordton, Rutherford County-Marchman Field Airport.
Cities near Marion
Marion real estate FAQ
How many homes are for sale in Marion right now?+
There are currently 242 active listings in Marion, North Carolina, pulled directly from the MLS.
What is the median home price in Marion?+
The median list price for active listings in Marion is $207,000. Homes are spending an average of 161 days on market.
Is Marion's housing market up or down this year?+
Median closed-sale prices in Marion have risen 9.3% year over year, based on trailing 12-month MLS sales.
What are the most popular neighborhoods in Marion?+
Based on current active listings, the neighborhoods with the most homes for sale in Marion are none, Linville Falls Mountain Club and Preserve, Forest Heights.
What schools serve Marion?+
The closest public schools to Marion's center are Eastfield Global Magnet School, East McDowell Middle School, McDowell Early College. See the schools section above for grade levels and district details.
Is Marion walkable?+
Marion's center has a walkability score of 18 out of 100, blending EPA's National Walkability Index with nearby-amenity density.
What is the commute like from Marion?+
The typical drive from Marion's center to Downtown Charlotte is about 96 minutes (95.4 miles).