490 Morehead Rd, Marion, NC 28752
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FOR SALE
1 ACRE

490 Morehead Rd
Marion, NC 28752

  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,180 sqft (on 1 acre)

$579,000

Est. Mortgage $3,297/mo*
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$579,000

Est. Mortgage $3,297/mo*
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5 Beds
4 Baths
3,180 sqft
(on 1 acre)
We estimate this home will sell faster than 87% nearby.

Home Highlights

Parking
Carport
Price/Sqft
$182
Climate Control
Heat Pump & Heat Pump
Listed
6 days ago

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 490 Morehead Rd.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School2 High Schools
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Spacious 5-bedroom, 4-bath brick home situated on a mostly level 1-acre lot just minutes from downtown Marion! This impressive property has been thoughtfully refreshed with all-new cosmetic upgrades throughout, offering a modern, move-in-ready feel while maintaining the timeless appeal of a classic brick home. Inside, you'll find a completely updated kitchen with fresh, modern finishes, along with four beautifully remodeled bathrooms, each featuring contemporary fixtures and finishes. The generous floor plan provides plenty of room for family, guests, entertaining, or a home office. Outside, the property offers exceptional parking and storage options with two concrete driveways, an attached carport at the main house, and an additional carport ideal for a boat, camper, or other recreational vehicles. The second carport is attached to a 1-car garage, providing even more flexibility for storage, hobbies, or workspace. The front of the home features new landscaping, adding to its curb appeal.
Last check for updates: about 12 hours ago
Listing Provided by: Casey Dahnke
Proper Realty LLC
Kelly Pittman Jones
Proper Realty LLC
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#4415496
Also Listed on Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.
We estimate this home will sell faster than 87% nearby.

Home Details for 490 Morehead Rd

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Laundry
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 4
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3180 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, RefrigeratorDishwasherLaundry: Mud Room,Main LevelRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Heat PumpHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Heat PumpHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: Two
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Foundation: Slab
Parking & Garage
Has a CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking: Attached Carport
Frontage
Waterfront: NoneResponsible for Road Maintenance: Publicly Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: Concrete, Paved
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 3180 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 1Days on Market: 6

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1985
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Brick PartialNot a New ConstructionHas Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 171109160841Additional Parcels Description: 1711-16-1704, 1711-16-1637, 1711-16-1686

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $579,000Price Per Sqft: $182

Location

Direction & Address
City: MarionCommunity: NONE
School Information
Elementary School: UnspecifiedJr High / Middle School: UnspecifiedHigh School: Unspecified

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 4415496

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3180 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 4415496Attribution Contact: casey@properrealty.netAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 3180

Around this home

What Locals Say about Marion

At least 54 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 87 % Say parking is easy

  • 85 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 79 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 68 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 68 % Say there's wildlife

  • 66 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 59 % Say kids play outside

  • 57 % Say it's quiet

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 55 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 51 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 35 % Say there are community events

  • 28 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 25 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 24 % Say there are sidewalks

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Harold D.
    "None of the dogs in our neighborhood are on leashes. Neighbors are friendly but disconnected. The neighborhood is changing."
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  • Harold D.
    "People don't keep their pets in on leashes. other dogs will poop in your yard and pee on your shrubs."
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  • Landrysmom2017
    "we have a big foot festival, and a mountain glory festival, and a livermush festival every year on main street."
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  • Landrysmom2017
    "you see people walking their dogs all the time. most are well taken care of and contained. no dog parks"
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  • Hali2484
    " Marion is fairly spread out so we have space to walk dogs and more yard space where walking your dog is limited."
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  • Boo197171
    "There is a small farmers market here. Town is good for main street events often. Area is growing fairly fast, but market is overvalued some years. I’m a local raised here in pleasant gardens area. "
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  • Ama S.
    "short. i take the expressway from my house to work. traffic is light, and there arent too many stoplights too close togetherm"
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  • DreeDreeWalkman
    "Most people in my neighborhood do not use public transit. My drive-time is not altered often even with heavy traffic"
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  • Rebecca C.
    "There’s no place to walk to animals. And there is a ton of curves so if ur walking in the road, there’s a chance u or ur animal could get hit. "
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  • Ada M.
    "you should walk with your kids if its a long distance and keep an eye now and then if playing outside. "
    10
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  • Harold D.
    "Most of the families in our neighborhood are older with grown kids. Some grandkids visit occasionally, but there are no small children. "
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  • Carrioj
    "Maintenance on a vacation home. I do like the area. Lake James, Blowing Rock, Asheville, hickory, Chimney Rock, Grandfathers Mountain "
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  • Jeffrey d. m.
    "I have lived in this area all my life and I like the area. Do not want to leave the area. Good area for family living and to raise a family. "
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  • Jamie
    "It’s a great place to live. Nice neighborhood and People for the most part look out for each other and the area. "
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  • Manny_g2
    "I live in Morganton, NC, 24 miles from this Marion area, but go to church in Marion. Awesome place for young families, retirees or any family...Friendly, christian people like you'll never seen!."
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Market trends in Marion

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
161
10MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$561K
Since last month
Increased$144K (+34.5%)
Since last year
Increased$128K (+29.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$382K (+213.3%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +164% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$561K
July 2026$417K
June 2026$422K
May 2026$430K
April 2026$417K
March 2026$423K
February 2026$418K
January 2026$413K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
200 Woodland Dr, Marion, NC
0.20
Single-Family Home
$365,000
07/24/26
3
2
2,350
17 3rd St, Marion, NC
0.18
Single-Family Home
$238,000
10/22/25
4
1
1,536
61 3rd St, Marion, NC
0.22
Single-Family Home
$249,000
10/30/25
3
2
1,547
61 3rd St #98, Marion, NC
0.22
Single-Family Home
$249,000
10/30/25
3
2
1,547
622 Miller Ave, Marion, NC
0.07
Single-Family Home
$269,900
09/08/25
3
2
1,289
116 Bostic St, Marion, NC
0.37
Single-Family Home
$316,000
04/30/26
3
2.5
1,210
85 Bostic St, Marion, NC
0.35
Single-Family Home
$225,000
07/10/26
3
2
1,411

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
622 Miller Ave, Marion, NC 28752
0.07
$269,800
3
2
1,289
Off Market
620 Miller Ave, Marion, NC 28752
0.08
$269,600
3
2
1,289
Off Market
421 Morehead Rd, Marion, NC 28752
0.06
-
3
3
1,965
Off Market
610 Miller Ave, Marion, NC 28752
0.10
$180,000
2
1
750
Recently Sold
555 Baldwin Ave, Marion, NC 28752
0.09
$185,600
3
1
1,070
Off Market
581 Baldwin Ave, Marion, NC 28752
0.10
$213,400
2
1
932
Off Market
100 4th St, Marion, NC 28752
0.11
-
-
-
-
Off Market
353 Morehead Rd, Marion, NC 28752
0.13
-
4
2.5
2,106
Off Market
368 Morehead Rd, Marion, NC 28752
0.13
$36,000
-
-
-
For Sale
580 Baldwin Ave, Marion, NC 28752
0.12
$265,000
3
1
1,400
For Sale
329 Morehead Rd, Marion, NC 28752
0.15
$170,000
1
1
624
For Sale

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 17, 2026
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4415496
Listed For Sale
$579,000
Aug 30, 2017
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #18650
Sold
$179,000
Jun 8, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$189,500

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Frequently asked questions about 490 Morehead Rd

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 490 Morehead Rd?
    Based on a $579,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 490 Morehead Rd in Marion, NC is approximately $3,344 (about $3,018 principal & interest, $251 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • What do residents say about Marion?
    Residents describe Marion, NC as easy to park in, well-kept, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Marion, NC.
  • What are the closest schools to 490 Morehead Rd?
    The closest schools to 490 Morehead Rd in Marion, NC are East McDowell Junior High School (rated 6/10), Eastfield Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 8/10), McDowell Early College (High, rated 10/10).
  • What is 490 Morehead Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 490 Morehead Rd in Marion, NC is $560,800.
  • Does 490 Morehead Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 490 Morehead Rd in Marion, NC has air conditioning.
  • Does 490 Morehead Rd have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 490 Morehead Rd in Marion, NC has laundry facilities.
490 Morehead Rd, Marion, NC 28752 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,180 sqft single-family home built in 1985. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID on Aug 17, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 4415496.