For Sale $699,000
Tucked perfectly between Weaverville and Mars Hill, this 6-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers the perfect balance of privacy, space, and convenience on 5 beautiful acres of flat, usable land. A scenic drive along the river leads to the tree-lined driveway, setting the tone for a property that feels both peaceful and inviting. The land offers fenced yard area, mature shade trees, and expansive outdoor space ideal for gardening, homesteading, recreation, or simply enjoying the mountain setting. The wraparound covered porch is the perfect spot to start the day with morning coffee. Inside, the main level features a newly updated kitchen, spacious primary suite, renovated primary bath, and new flooring throughout. The lower level provides additional flexibility with its own living space, bedroom ensuite, bonus room ideal for a craft studio or workshop, separate entry for multigenerational living, and a one-car garage. Upstairs, you’ll find four additional bedrooms and a full bath, offering plenty of room for a growing family, guests, or hobbies. Located in a welcoming community, the property does include a formal shared road maintenance agreement among neighbors. Combining usable acreage, a functional layout, privacy, and close proximity to town, this home offers a rare opportunity to enjoy mountain living without sacrificing convenience.
| List Price: | $699,000 |
| Status: | For Sale |
| Bedrooms: | 6 |
| Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Approx Sq. Ft.: | 966 sqft |
| Parking: | Driveway, Attached Garage |
| MLS Number: | CAR4382647 |
| Subdivision: | Bend Of Ivy |
| Style: | Cape Cod, Farmhouse |
| Bathrooms: | 4 |
| Lot Description: | Cleared, Level, Open Lot, Wooded |
| Year Built: | 1998 |
| Sewer Type: | Septic Installed |
| Elementary: | Mars Hill |
| Middle: | Madison |
| High: | Madison |
| Date | Event | Price | $/SQFT |
| 06-10-2026 | Listed | $699,000 | $724 |
| 10-15-2025 | Price Decrease | $649,500-3.76% | $673 |
| 08-31-2025 | Price Decrease | $674,900-2.05% | $699 |
| 08-03-2025 | Listed | $689,000 | $714 |
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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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| Street Address | Distance | Status | List Price | Days on Market |
| 714 River Bend Drive, Mars Hill NC | 0 mi | $699,000 | days | |
| 191 Posey Griffin Drive, Mars Hill NC | 0.5 mi | $424,900 | days | |
| 1387 Woods Ammons Road, Mars Hill NC | 0.6 mi | $1,675,000 | days | |
| 844 Settlers Trail, Mars Hill NC | 0.7 mi | $1,450,000 | days | |
| 926 Settlers Trail, Mars Hill NC | 0.7 mi | $1,395,000 | days | |
| 643 Settlers Trail, Mars Hill NC | 0.7 mi | $1,095,000 | 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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714 River Bend Drive, Mars Hill NC is a 966 ft2 on a 5.000 acres lot. This is for $699,000. This has 6 bedrooms, 4 baths, and was built in 1998.
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