




56 E Glenview St, Marion, NC, 28752
About This Home
Private Mountaintop Estate | 5 Bedrooms | 11.71 Acres with Breathtaking Views of Marion Perched high above downtown Marion on one of the highest homesites in the area, this stunning 2-story estate home offers unmatched privacy and panoramic views on 11.71 acres of pristine mountaintop land. Accessed by a picturesque paved private drive, the property borders the beautiful Mount Ida Wilderness Park — a 36-acre city preserve featuring a moderate-to-strenuous one-mile hiking trail that leads to sweeping overlooks of Short Off Mountain and downtown Marion. This rare setting delivers true privacy while placing you just minutes from town amenities. Inside, the home is designed for both elegant living and effortless enjoyment of the mountain setting. The main level features: A fully equipped kitchen with breakfast nook; Formal dining room; Spacious great room with walls of windows offering dramatic front-to-rear views and a cozy fireplace; Luxurious primary suite with its own fireplace, private bath with jetted tub, and access to a screened covered deck. The great room opens onto a massive deck perfect for entertaining while soaking in the expansive views of Marion below. Upstairs, you’ll find four additional bedrooms and 2 full baths. One bedroom is large enough to serve as a secondary primary suite (with bathroom and walk in closet) and features its own private balcony deck. This is truly a one-of-a-kind mountain estate — combining privacy, spectacular long-range views, direct access to hiking trails, and generous living space in a peaceful, elevated setting. If you’re looking for a private mountaintop retreat with room to breathe and views that never get old, this exceptional property deserves your attention. Main Street, Marion (with all of the downtown amenities such as restaurants, the Peavine Walking Trail, the Farmers Market, etc) is approximately .3 miles away!
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1957
Materials
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Construction materials: Brick Partial,Wood
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Electric Range,Microwave,Refrigerator
- Laundry features: Utility Room,Inside
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Features
- Fireplace features: Living Room,Other - See Remarks
- Finished area below ground: 460
- Finished area above ground: 3,007
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Heat Pump
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,007
- Total interior livable area: 3,467 sqft
Primary Bedroom
- Level: Main
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 170115731800
- Zoning: R-1
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Lot size: 11.71 Acres
Parking
- Parking features: Attached Carport
- Carport: Yes
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
- Inland Flooding
- 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 | $3,286 | $39,432 |
| Home Insurance * | $248 | $2,976 |
| Property Taxes | $372 | $4,464 |
| Electricity | $322 | $3,875 |
| Total | $4,228 | $50,736 |
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
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-07 | Listed for sale | $650,000 |
| 2025-07-01 | Listing removed | $1,800 |
| 2025-06-08 | Listed for rent | $1,800 |
| 2015-09-02 | Sold | $218,500 |
| 2015-03-09 | Sold | $30,000 |
| 2007-08-24 | Sold | $50,000 |
