553 River Bend Drive
$649,000
3 bd 3 ba 2,017 sqft
553 River Bend Drive
Mars Hill, NC 28754
Property Type
Residential
Year Built
2004
Lot Size
3.77 acres
Garage

About This Property

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.

Property Details

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3
Basement
Yes
Living Area
2,017 sqft
Fireplace
Yes

Exterior & Lot

Lot Size
3.77 acres
Year Built
2004

Location

Subdivision
River Bend
County
Madison
ZIP Code
28754

Financial

Listing Terms
Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
HOA Fee
$240/mo

Utilities

Utilities
Fiber Optics, Propane, Underground Power Lines
Sewer
Septic Installed

Schools

Elementary
Mars Hill
Middle School
Madison
High School
Madison

Interior Features

Open Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s)

Appliances

Dishwasher, Electric Range, Gas Cooktop

Heating

Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Propane, Wood Stove

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump

Patio & Porch Features

Balcony, Covered, Deck, Rear Porch, Screened, Side Porch

Lot Features

Private, Sloped, Wooded, Views

Location

Listing Information

MLS #
CAR4418089
Listing Agent
Alex Hooker
Listing Office
Town and Mountain Realty
Listed Date
Aug 28, 2026

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