284 Chestnut St, Mars Hill, NC, 28754
About This Home
SUBDIVIDE-ABLE lot Ideally positioned on the corner of Chestnut and Main, this spacious 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom home offers a rare opportunity to enjoy all that downtown Mars Hill has to offer just steps from your front door. Perfectly situated to take in all four seasons as the charm and energy of downtown unfold, this home combines convenience, space, and mountain-town living. Inside, you’ll find generous living areas ready for the next owner to reimagine and make their own without sacrificing functionality or square footage. Additional features include a finished basement with kitchenette, a 2-car garage with abundant storage, and mountain views. Outside, enjoy a spacious back patio, extra-large level yard, and rare double lot offering flexibility, privacy, and room to spread out—all within walking distance to shops, dining, and everything downtown Mars Hill has to offer.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1969
Materials
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Brick Full
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Microwave,Oven,Refrigerator
- Laundry features: In Basement
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Apartment,Daylight,Exterior Entry,Full,Walk-Out Access
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Features
- Built-in Features,Storage,Walk-In Closet(s),Walk-In Pantry
- Flooring: Wood
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Finished area below ground: 1,182
- Finished area above ground: 2,836
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Oil
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,836
- Total interior livable area: 4,018 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 9747962158
- Zoning: R-A
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered,Front Porch
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Lot size: 1.75 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot,Level,Open Lot,Views
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway,Attached Garage,Garage on Main Level
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: 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
- Lightning
- Cold Wave
- Ice Storm
- Inland Flooding
- Landslide
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Wildfire
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Madison 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 | $2,528 | $30,336 |
| Home Insurance * | $215 | $2,580 |
| Property Taxes | $200 | $2,400 |
| Electricity | $374 | $4,490 |
| Total | $3,317 | $39,804 |
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
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-17 | Price change | $500,000 |
| 2026-06-15 | Price change | $530,000 |
| 2026-05-18 | Listed for sale | $550,000 |
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