141 N Madison St, Marion, NC, 28752
About This Home
European Charm in the Heart of Marion! This stunning 1930s 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers a unique blend of European elegance and modern convenience. Enjoy the charm of original hardwood built-ins, updated electrical systems, custom cabinetry, and a sophisticated color palette that perfectly balances timeless craftsmanship with today’s lifestyle needs.Located in the friendly town of Marion, this home combines formality with a modern edge. Walk to downtown Marion. Easy access to I-40, Asheville is only 35 minutes away. Lake James is a short drive, and for winter sports enthusiasts, snow skiing is just 40 minutes from your door.The finished, fully functioning basement offers additional living space with a separate entrance, and interior access…could be a perfect rental! The low-maintenance yard, and potential space above the garage, on-street parking with a driveway add to the convenience…and it’s walkable to downtown Marion.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1935
Materials
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Aluminum,Stone
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: European
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Electric Range,Electric Water Heater,Exhaust Hood,Microwave,Refrigerator
- Laundry features: In Basement,Main Level
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Apartment,Exterior Entry,Finished,Interior Entry
Bathroom Full
- Level: Main
Bathroom Full
- Level: Basement
Bathroom Half
- Level: Basement
Bedroom S
- Level: Basement
Bedroom S
- Level: Basement
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Level: Main
Features
- Built-in Features
- Flooring: Tile,Wood
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Finished area below ground: 1,200
- Finished area above ground: 1,600
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Ductless,Electric,Forced Air,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air,Ductless,Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,600
- Total interior livable area: 2,800 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Living Room
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Basement
Other
- Level: Main
Primary Bedroom
- Level: Main
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Two or More Access Exits
Details
- Parcel number: 170107687395
- Zoning: R-1
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered,Porch,Side Porch
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 0.05 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage,Garage on Main Level
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- Cold Wave
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in McDowell County and North Carolina
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,275 | $27,300 |
| Home Insurance * | $171 | $2,052 |
| Property Taxes | $225 | $2,700 |
| Electricity | $260 | $3,129 |
| Total | $2,931 | $35,172 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-29 | Listed for sale | $450,000 |
| 2026-05-01 | Listing removed | $469,900 |
| 2026-03-23 | Listed for sale | $469,900 |
| 2026-02-05 | Listing removed | $487,500 |
| 2025-11-20 | Price change | $487,500 |
| 2025-10-13 | Listing removed | $2,800 |
| 2025-10-09 | Listed for sale | $495,000 |
| 2025-05-16 | Listed for rent | $2,800 |
| 2025-01-27 | Listing removed | $550,000 |
| 2024-11-21 | Listed for sale | $550,000 |
| 2024-11-17 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2024-08-29 | Listed for sale | $550,000 |
| 2021-11-04 | Sold | $160,000 |
| 2006-05-04 | Sold | $121,000 |
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