For Sale $215,000
Tucked just below the storybook community of Little Switzerland and moments from the iconic Diamondback 226A, this woodland cottage is the kind of place you don’t just buy—you build a legacy in. Set among the trees with a peaceful stream running along the side of the home, the setting feels like something out of a mountain novel—private, calming, and deeply rooted in the beauty of Western North Carolina. While the home does need some repairs, the opportunity is undeniable for the right vision. The main level offers everyday ease with the primary bedroom and laundry conveniently located on one floor. Upstairs, a charming catwalk overlooks the living space and stone fireplace. Upstairs you will also find two additional bedrooms and a full bath. Downstairs, the unfinished basement is a blank canvas ready to become whatever you dream—an artist’s studio, workshop, or additional living space. A separate storage building adds even more flexibility for tools, hobbies, or outdoor gear. Whether you’re looking to restore a mountain getaway, invest in a second home, or create something truly special from the ground up, this property offers the combination of location, character, and potential. This home is ready for its next chapter!
| List Price: | $215,000 |
| Status: | For Sale |
| Bedrooms: | 3 |
| Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Approx Sq. Ft.: | 992 sqft |
| Parking: | Driveway |
| MLS Number: | CAR4364973 |
| Subdivision: | none |
| Bathrooms: | 2 |
| Year Built: | 1996 |
| Sewer Type: | Septic Installed |
| Elementary: | Unspecified |
| Middle: | Unspecified |
| High: | McDowell |
| Date | Event | Price | $/SQFT |
| 04-28-2026 | Listed | $215,000 | $217 |
| 03-28-2026 | Listed | $1,250,000 | $1,261 |
| 07-19-2025 | Price Decrease | $379,000-1.56% | $383 |
| 05-23-2025 | Listed | $385,000 | $389 |
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| School Name | Distance | Grades | Rating |
| South Toe Elementary | 6 miles | KG-05 | 9 |
| Micaville Elementary | 8 miles | KG-05 | 9 |
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| Street Address | Distance | Status | List Price | Days on Market |
| 966 Waites Hollifield Road, Marion NC | 0 mi | $215,000 | days | |
| 127 Reid Queen Drive, Little Switzerland NC | 0.9 mi | $415,000 | 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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A Courtesy Listing Provided By Proper Realty LLC
966 Waites Hollifield Road, Marion NC is a 992 ft2 on a 1.000 acres Appraisal lot. This is for $215,000. This has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and was built in 1996.
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