56 E Glenview Street, Marion, NC 28752
None · McDowell County
Key Facts
Description
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!
Property Information
Property Type
Residential
Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1957
Living Area
3,467 sq ft
Zoning
R-1
Days on Market
1
MLS® Listing#
4364274
Property Features
Appliances
Cooling
Heating
Fireplace
Basement
Parking
Laundry
Sewer
Schools
- Elementary:
- Marion
- Middle:
- East Middle
- High:
- McDowell
Financial Details
HOA
None
Assessed Value
$290,140
Parcel Number
1701-15-73-1800
Affordability Calculator
$130,000
Estimated monthly payment
$3,460/mo
Principal $520,000 · Est. interest $725,446 over 30 yrs
Neighborhood Market Statistics
How this home compares to active listings in Marion, NC
- $355,556
- Median Listing Price
- 84
- Median Days on Market
- 1,536
- Median Sq Ft
- $234
- Median Price / Sq Ft
- 136
- Active Listings
- This home’s price is 83% above the area median.
- Its price per sq ft is 20% below the area median.
Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Marion, NC.
Location
Points of Interest in Marion, NC
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Nearby Schools
McDowell County Schools
School · 0.3 mi away
New Manna Baptist Church
School · 0.8 mi away
New Manna Christian School
School · 0.9 mi away
East McDowell Middle School- Student Services
Secondary · 1.1 mi away
Eastfield Global Magnet School
Elementary · 1.4 mi away
Foothills Community School
Secondary · 1.6 mi away
McDowell Aec
School · 1.6 mi away
McDowell High School
Secondary · 2.3 mi away
West McDowell Middle School
Secondary · 2.6 mi away
Maranatha Baptist Church
School · 3.2 mi away
Pleasant Gardens Elementary School
Elementary · 3.7 mi away
Glenwood Elementary School
Elementary · 4.5 mi away
West Marion Elementary School
Elementary · 4.8 mi away
Nebo Elementary School
Elementary · 5.2 mi away
North Cove Elementary School
Elementary · 8.0 mi away
Old Fort Elementary School
Elementary · 10.3 mi away
Silver Creek Adventist School
School · 12.3 mi away
Glen Alpine Elementary School
Elementary · 13.2 mi away
Wa Young Elementary School
Elementary · 13.8 mi away
Table Rock Middle School
Secondary · 14.4 mi away
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| Address | Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 741 Blue Ridge Drive N, Marion, NC | $530,000 | 4 | 3 | 1,978 |
| 524 Baldwin Avenue, Marion, NC | $575,000 | 7 | — | 3,652 |
| 653 Lakeview Drive N, Marion, NC | $599,000 | 4 | 3 | 2,100 |
| 273 Cross Creek Drive, Marion, NC | $700,000 | 4 | 4 | 3,815 |
| 2752 Old Highway 221 None S, Marion, NC | $779,900 | 5 | 3 | 3,776 |
| 65 Walnut Street, Marion, NC | $785,000 | 5 | — | 2,750 |
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Listing Courtesy: EXP Realty LLC - steve@McDowellRealEstate.com
Last Updated: 2026-04-07
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