553 River Bend Drive, Mars Hill NC
- 3 Bed
- 3 Bath
- 1166 ft2
- 3.8 ac
For Sale $624,000
Remarks:
A private forest retreat awaits you just minutes from Mars Hill and Weaverville. Follow the scenic Ivy River to this modern Arts & Crafts home, nestled on 3.77 wooded acres with a circular driveway leading directly to the front door. Inside, the spacious, open main-level floor plan centers on a wood-burning stove and opens onto a large deck with a built-in fireplace—an ideal setting for relaxing or entertaining while surrounded by nature. A screened side porch offers the perfect place to enjoy an afternoon rain while listening to the chorus of songbirds. The home features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, with numerous recent improvements, including a brand-new HVAC system and Furnace, new deck boards, rebuilt primary shower, hydro seeded lawn, and more. The primary suite opens onto a private deck that places you at tree canopy level, creating an immersive forest experience. The clean, unfinished basement opens to the backyard through French doors, offering excellent potential for additional living space, a studio, or workshop. A peaceful mountain setting with room to make it your own, all within easy reach of town.
Interior Features:
Open Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s)
General Information:
| List Price: | $624,000 |
| Status: | For Sale |
| Bedrooms: | 3 |
| Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Approx Sq. Ft.: | 1166 sqft |
| Parking: | Circular Driveway, Driveway |
| MLS Number: | CAR4418089 |
| Subdivision: | River Bend |
| Style: | Arts and Crafts |
| Bathrooms: | 3 |
| Lot Description: | Private, Sloped, Wooded, Views |
| Year Built: | 2004 |
| Sewer Type: | Septic Installed |
Assigned Schools:
| Elementary: | Mars Hill |
| Middle: | Madison |
| High: | Madison |
Lane Yates
704-232-7238
Broker In Charge
Price & Sales History
| Date | Event | Price | $/SQFT |
| 09-14-2026 | Price Decrease | $624,000-3.85% | $536 |
| 08-28-2026 | Listed | $649,000 | $557 |
Nearby Schools
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| School Name | Distance | Grades | Rating |
| Mars Hill Elementary School | 3 miles | KG-05 | 8 |
| Brush Creek Elementary School | 9 miles | KG-05 | 7 |
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Properties For Sale Nearby
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| Street Address | Distance | Status | List Price | Days on Market |
| 553 River Bend Drive, Mars Hill NC | 0 mi | $624,000 | days | |
| 191 Posey Griffin Drive, Mars Hill NC | 0.6 mi | $390,000 | days | |
| 1387 Woods Ammons Road, Mars Hill NC | 0.8 mi | $1,635,000 | days | |
| 844 Settlers Trail, Mars Hill NC | 0.8 mi | $1,345,000 | days | |
| 926 Settlers Trail, Mars Hill NC | 0.9 mi | $1,250,000 | days | |
| 518 Forest Ridge Drive, Mars Hill NC | 1.2 mi | $885,000 | 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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Property Listing Information
A Courtesy Listing Provided By Town and Mountain Realty
553 River Bend Drive, Mars Hill NC is a 1166 ft2 on a 3.770 acres lot. This is for $624,000. This has 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, and was built in 2004.
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