696 River Bend Dr, Mars Hill, NC 28754
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OFF MARKET

696 River Bend Dr
Mars Hill, NC 28754

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,449 sqft (on 1.05 acres)

$428,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 24, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,470/mo*
Refinance Your Home

$428,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 24, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,470/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,449 sqft
(on 1.05 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School2 High Schools
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1998
Lot Size
1.05 acres
Living Area
1,449 sqft
Price/Sqft
$296
HOA
$15/Monthly

About this House

Year-round views and lots of potential! Come relax on the deck of your new home, nestled in a secluded neighborhood and surrounded by nature. There is a mostly level front yard that is perfect for outdoor activities. Walk out from your basement/workshop to the backyard where there is a space for you to put a garden or firepit.

With this home you have the convenience of a road maintenance agreement without the constraints of a full HOA. Additional features are the two unfinished covered "porches" on the main level of the house, great for a sunroom, laundry room or foyer. There are three heating sources, a wood stove in the basement, a furnace/hvac, and a propane fireplace in the living room. The walk-out basement with half bath is accessible through the house, or from the exterior, and could be finished to be a den, workout room and/or workshop.
696 River Bend Dr, Mars Hill, NC 28754 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,449 sqft single-family home built in 1998. It last sold for $385,000 on May 17, 2024 (1% below the $390,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $428,900, with a rent estimate of $2,103/month.

Home Details for 696 River Bend Dr

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Basement Shop,Bath/Stubbed,DaylightNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom S, Bathroom Full, Bathroom Half, Flex Space, Kitchen, Office, Workshop
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1449 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Wired Internet AvailableAppliances: Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer/DryerLaundry: Main LevelRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Propane,Wood StoveHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ceiling Fan(s),Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Propane
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: Main
View
Has a ViewView: Long Range, Mountain(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: FiberglassPatio / Porch: DeckFoundation: Permanent
Parking & Garage
Other Parking: Park in the dirt lot next to the house.No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking: Other - See Remarks
Frontage
Responsible for Road Maintenance: Private Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: None, Gravel
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Installed
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1449 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 3

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1998
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: VinylNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 9746423508

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $390,000

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: Mars HillCommunity: None
School Information
Elementary School: Mars HillJr High / Middle School: MadisonHigh School: Madison

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1449 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

HOA Name: River Bend Drive Road MaintenanceHOA Phone: 610-999-4978Has an HOAHOA Fee: $174/Annually

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1.05 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 4124462Attribution Contact: brokerlesliea@gmail.comAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1449
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by Leslie Aldridge
Century 21 Connected
Bought with: Brandi Young, (828) 208-7333, Century 21 Foley Realty
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#4124462

Price History for 696 River Bend Dr

DatePriceEventSource
05/17/2024$385,000Sold
Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4124462
04/04/2024$390,000Listed For SaleCanopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4124462
03/16/2023$356,000Sold
Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3890395
11/03/2022$350,000PendingToActiveCanopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3890395
10/09/2022$350,000PendingCanopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3890395
09/23/2022$350,000PriceChange
Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3890395
08/30/2022$400,000PriceChange
Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3890395
08/04/2022$425,000Listed For SaleCanopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3890395

Market trends in Mars Hill

Last updated June 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax
Assessment$518,771
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 696 River Bend Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
553 River Bend Dr, Mars Hill, NC
0.28
Single-Family Home
$635,000
04/16/26
3
2.5
2,017
61 Locust Meadow Ln, Weaverville, NC
1.30
Single-Family Home
$526,000
02/04/26
3
2
1,772
1585 S Main St, Mars Hill, NC
1.43
Single-Family Home
$529,000
10/08/25
3
2
1,700
68 Locust Meadow Ln, Weaverville, NC
1.29
Single-Family Home
$585,000
08/14/25
3
3
2,588
152 Woods Ammons Rd, Mars Hill, NC
1.44
Single-Family Home
$445,900
11/21/25
3
3
2,239
80 McKenzie Dr, Marshall, NC
1.75
Single-Family Home
$527,131
06/12/26
3
2
2,413
45 Marshbanks Rdg, Weaverville, NC
1.68
Single-Family Home
$335,000
05/29/26
3
2.5
1,774
1797 Calvin Edney Rd, Mars Hill, NC
1.84
Single-Family Home
$375,000
11/13/25
3
1
1,601

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What Locals Say about Mars Hill

At least 21 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say car is needed

  • 92 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 82 % Say parking is easy

  • 79 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 79 % Say there's wildlife

  • 76 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 76 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 64 % Say kids play outside

  • 56 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 55 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 54 % Say it's quiet

  • 50 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 50 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 41 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 37 % Say there are community events

  • 35 % Say streets are well-lit

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  • Clb42307
    "Which school zone the home is in & what the crime rate is. Whether there is child molesters in the vicinity "
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  • Gabrielle H.
    "Dogs are welcome in the community, people walk their dogs often and there is a local dog friendly coffee shop. "
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  • Michael K.
    "it's a boring area with a bunch of college students. Only parking is 2hr parking in mars hill unless its residential, parking permit, or working. College students will be anywhere you go in mars hill. "
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  • Nativedt777
    "Close to town but also have cows as neighbors. There are restaurants , post office, banks, library, shops, gas stations, grocery stores, greenways, a university,an elementary school, and much more close by."
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  • Donnajanehugs
    "This is a gated mountain community with dramatic views, clean air, wooded areas, hiking trails, golf course, skiing, horseback riding stable, swimming pool, tennis courts, a country club restaurant (open six months of the year), lots of activities and friendly neighbors."
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  • Cheryl L.
    "We lived here year round for 12 years, & would NOT be leaving if not for our aging parents & their need for our care. All 4 seasons are a blessing & it makes choosing a favorite season impossible. Western Sunsets will rival any in the world! Read this list of possibilities for anyone who is interested in a second home (for any season) or a wonderful all year getaway. This cabin provides the real cabin experience, not a fabricated version. It's cozy, well heated & in a GREAT, if not THE perfect location on the mountain. It makes coming and going easy & fast by mountain living standards. You have year round access to main roads which are kept cleared & well maintained. There is little mountain traffic on Oakridge & you have a shorter drive in & out of the community than most other residents. If you play Golf, you may never find a place you like to play better than Wolf Laurel Country Club. There is little maintenance to do in an antique cabin as you do not want to compromise the integrity of the beautiful logs which are everlasting! The appliances are relatively new & water pressure is great! There is little yard maintenance due to the abundance of natural fauna. The cabin is a 5 minute drive to the Ski Resort. Mars Hill provides great Grocery Shopping @ Ingles, CVS, & the quaint & great restaurants are there, only 20 minutes away. Weaverville has other shopping & dining & is a 30 minute drive from the cabin. You are also 10 minutes from the TN/NC border & a short drive to Johnson City TN. Walking anywhere @ Wolf Laurel is an adventure in Nature. We are some of the people written about who take food & beverages to the through-hikers to meet people from ALL OVER THE WORLD on the Appalachian Trail which is a 2 mile hike from the cabin. On a personal note: I will forever"
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