961 Wilson Branch Road Mars Hill, NC $ 4,990,000
961 Wilson Branch Road
$ 4,990,000
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961 Wilson Branch Road

Mars Hill, NC, 28754
$ 4,990,000
Bedrooms3 Baths2.0 Sq 3,011

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$ 34,465

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Single Family Home for sale in Mars Hill, NC

for $4,990,000 with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. This 3,011 square foot home was built in 1982 on a lot size of 269.

Discover one of Western North Carolina's most extraordinary legacy properties. Spanning approximately 269 acres in the scenic mountains of Madison County, NC, this rare estate encompasses five existing residences, and offers an unrivaled combination of privacy, versatility, and long-term investment potential. Whether your vision is a private mountain retreat, equestrian estate, legacy family compound, boutique hospitality venture, corporate retreat, conservation property, or a thoughtfully planned development, this remarkable property offers the scale, valuable existing infrastructure, and natural beauty to bring it to life. Enjoy breathtaking long-range mountain views, rolling pastureland, wooded hiking and ATV trails, abundant wildlife, unmatched privacy, and countless potential home sites throughout the estate. The existing residences provide immediate flexibility for extended family, caretakers, guest accommodations, or rental income while preserving incredible opportunities for future growth. Conveniently located just outside the charming town of Mars Hill, with easy access to Asheville, Hatley Pointe, Wolf Laurel, skiing, hiking, and year-round outdoor recreation, this is a once-in-a-generation chance to own one of Western North Carolina's most significant large-acreage mountain estates. The property includes four move-in ready log homes plus an additional ranch-style residence, providing exceptional flexibility for multi-generational living, guest accommodations, staff housing, or income-producing rentals. Additional improvements include a large workshop/garage with an apartment, a picturesque pond, and a massive greenhouse, each ready to be restored. Over a mile of paved roads dissect the acreage with gated access on both the eastern and western boundaries. Underground utilities throughout the property provide a rare foundation for future expansion. Beyond the improvements, multiple rolling pastures give way to hundreds of acres of mature hardwood forest, where an extensive network of trails winds through peaceful valleys and along scenic ridgelines. Please NO DRIVE BYS and do not disturb the tenants.

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Single Family Active

Price

$ 4,990,000

Bedrooms

3

Full Bath

2

Property Type

Single Family

Taxes

$ 0

Style

Cabin

Lot Size

269

Year Built

1982

Town/City

Mars Hill

County/Region

Madison

MLS | Web ID

4397602

Features
General
Living Area 3011
Sewer Septic Installed
Heating Central Heat Pump
Cooling Central Air
Roof Composition
Appliances Dishwasher Exhaust Hood Refrigerator Washer/Dryer
Development Status Completed
Zoning R-2
Garage Spaces 0
Architectural Style Cabin
Construction Materials Wood
Year Built 1982
Levels One and One Half
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Parcel Number 9851-60-5924
Waterfront Features None
County Madison
New Construction N
Property Type Residential
HOA N
Subdivision Name none
Garage Y/N N
Other Structures Barn(s) Greenhouse
Full Baths 2
Directions An easy drive from any direction! Two ways to access property. One from Exit 9 and the other from Exit 3. GPS is accurate both ways. Please no drive bys.
High School North Buncombe
City Mars Hill
Senior Community Y/N N
Lot Size Units Acres
Carport Y/N N
Elementary School Mars Hill
Middle/Junior High School Cane River
Additional Parcels Y/N N
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Standard Status Active
Construction Type Site Built
Tax Assessed Value 5030910
Listing Terms Cash Conventional
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Interior
Basement Finished Interior Entry
Fireplace Features Family Room Gas
Basement (Y/N) Y
Fireplace Y/N Y
Above Grade Finished Area 1876
Half Baths 0
Laundry Features In Basement
Total Bedrooms 3
Below Grade Finished Area 1135
Total Baths 2
SqFt Main 1136
SqFt Lower 0
SqFt Upper 740
Bedroom 1
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Exterior
Parking Features Other - See Remarks
Lot Features Creek Front Pasture Paved Pond(s) Private Creek/Stream Wooded Views
Water Source Shared Well
Lot Size Area 269
Foundation Details Basement
Road Surface Type Gravel Paved
Road Responsibility Private Maintained Road
Main Level Garage YN N
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Internal Only
Street Number 1 961
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Nearby
5523557 Elementary School
5523558 Middle School
North Buncombe High School High School
Pricing History
DatePricePrice ChangeDescription
7/21/2026$4,990,000 Listed Price

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961 Wilson Branch Road, Mars Hill, NC, 28754 is a Single Family Home for sale at $4,990,000 with 3,011 sqft and a lot size of 269. 961 Wilson Branch Road has 3 bedrooms, 2.0 baths, and was built in 1982. The property's zip code is 28754 which is in Mars Hill, NC