Wooded Hillside Lots in Marion, NC (0.20 Acres)
A Quiet City-Limits Hideaway in the Foothills
Tucked inside the City of Marion in McDowell County, this 0.20-acre (8,598 sq ft) property (Lots 2, 3, & 4 in Mt Ida Park) offers a rare mix of in-town convenience and wooded, hillside privacy. The land is sloped and tree-covered, sitting around 1,4401,450 ft elevation, giving it that classic Western North Carolina foothills feelgreen, quiet, and slightly above it all.
Even though it feels tucked away, you're just minutes from what you need. Downtown Marion is about 4 minutes away, with gas, groceries, and daily services close by. You're also near US-221 / US-70 / I-40, making it easy to get around the region.
The area is surrounded by Appalachian scenery and weekend adventures. Nearby attractions include Catawba Falls, Andrews Geyser, and Linville Caverns, offering plenty of hiking, exploring, an...
The area is surrounded by Appalachian scenery and weekend adventures. Nearby attractions include Catawba Falls, Andrews Geyser, and Linville Caverns, offering plenty of hiking, exploring, and scenic day trips.
Important Notes:
Access: The notes indicate no visible direct road access. There may be a possible approach from Grayson St, and there is mention of potential platted access, but roads may not be developed. Buyers should verify legal + physical access before planning any build.
Utilities: Water/sewer/power appear nearby, but connection may be difficult without developed access. If utility connection isn't feasible, the lot may not be buildable - buyer to do due diligence.
Use limits (per City notes): No camping, no RV as a dwelling, no short-term vacation rentals.
Development Potential (Buyer to Verify)
It is a Mixed Use Residential (R-3) and may allow single-family and duplex use (and certain manufactured homes if requirements are met). Feasibility depends on access, terrain, and utilities.
Key property details:
APN / Parcel ID: 1701-14-42-6870
GPS: 35.67138, -82.01474
Acreage: 0.20 acres (8,598 sq ft)
Terrain: Sloped, wooded
Flood zone / wetlands: None noted
Lot lines (approx): 70 N / 115 E / 75 S / 115 W
Property address area: Marion, NC 28752, McDowell County
Annual taxes: approx. $59.80 (taxes current through 2024 per notes)
Activities:
Hiking
Photography
Local Exploring & Day Trips
Property Features:
Wooded / Timber (Unimproved Trees)
Wooded hillside setting
Recreational / Investment hold (vacant land) (terrain + restrictions apply)
Proposed Use: Residential Development (ResidentialR-3)
Buyer to verify all information, including zoning, utilities, access, boundaries, and any building requirements.
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