For Sale $800,000
Aviator’s Paradise: Contemporary Luxury with Blue Ridge Views-Welcome to a truly one-of-a-kind estate where architectural elegance meets ultimate utility. Nestled on 14.5 private acres with breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this contemporary cedar-sided home offers a lifestyle of unparalleled freedom and sophistication. Designed to embrace its natural surroundings, the home features a stunning open great room defined by soaring cathedral ceilings and an abundance of natural light. At the heart of the main level sits a magnificent floor-to-ceiling, double-sided stone wood-burning fireplace, creating a warm and dramatic focal point for both relaxing and entertaining. The gourmet kitchen features a large center island with dedicated seating, gas cooktop and double wall ovens with a seamless flow into a bright breakfast area. Modern LVP flooring runs throughout the home, leading from the cozy den to a main level bedroom, bath and laundry. Upstairs you'll find a primary suite with a private ensuite bath, additional bedroom and don't miss the ladder to the "Tower". There is also a large enclosed unheated area on main level—perfect for pet enthusiasts or additional storage. The unfinished basement and garage area also has a unique walk-in gun safe room and private shooting range. This property is a sanctuary for hobbyists and nature lovers alike. The 14.5-acre expanse also includes fenced acreage ready for animals, a dedicated vegetable garden space, and complete privacy. The crown jewel for aviation enthusiasts is the massive 11,700 square foot airplane hangar, shop and storage area. This facility provides direct access to Marion’s Shiflet Field, allowing you to taxi directly from your property onto the 3,400-foot grass strip runway. Opportunity to make this one your own. Whether you are an avid pilot, a collector, or someone seeking a private mountain retreat with room to breathe, this property offers a rare combination of luxury, land, and literal flight at your doorstep.
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Built-in Features, Entrance Foyer, Garden Tub, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry
| List Price: | $800,000 |
| Status: | For Sale |
| Bedrooms: | 3 |
| Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Approx Sq. Ft.: | 2227 sqft |
| Parking: | Basement, Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Faces Side, Garage Shop |
| MLS Number: | CAR4352042 |
| Subdivision: | none |
| Bathrooms: | 4 |
| Lot Description: | Cleared, Flood Plain/Bottom Land, Pasture, Private, Runway Lot, Wooded |
| Year Built: | 1992 |
| Sewer Type: | Septic Installed |
| Elementary: | Marion |
| Middle: | West McDowell |
| High: | McDowell |
| Date | Event | Price | $/SQFT |
| 03-27-2026 | Listed | $475,000 | $214 |
| 01-24-2026 | Price Decrease | $549,900-3.35% | $247 |
| 11-29-2025 | Price Decrease | $568,983-0.18% | $256 |
| 05-21-2025 | Listed | $569,983 | $256 |
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| Street Address | Distance | Status | List Price | Days on Market |
| 2590 Airport Road, Marion NC | 0 mi | $800,000 | days | |
| 2 Riverview Forest Drive, Marion NC | 0.8 mi | $798,100 | days |
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| Down Payment Amount | $990,000 |
| Mortgage Amount | $3,960,000 |
| Monthly Payment (Principal & Interest Only) | $19,480 |
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| Total Monthly Payment | $20,941 |
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2590 Airport Road, Marion NC is a 2227 ft2 on a 14.520 acres lot. This is for $800,000. This has 3 bedrooms, 4 baths, and was built in 1992.
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