One or more photos has been virtually staged, AI generated or rendered. Architect-designed mountain homes on private 1- to 2-acre wooded homesites just eight minutes from downtown Marion and 45 minutes from Asheville. Welcome to Catatoga Trails, a thoughtfully designed mountain community where modern architecture, natural beauty, and small-town charm come together just minutes from downtown Marion. On spacious 1- to 2-acre wooded homesites, Catatoga Trails offers the rare opportunity to enjoy architect-designed homes with privacy, mountain character and room to breathe, something increasingly difficult to find throughout Western North Carolina. Only eight minutes from downtown Marion, 45 minutes from Asheville and approximately two hours from Charlotte, residents enjoy convenient access to shopping, dining, healthcare and everyday essentials while remaining surrounded by some of the region's most celebrated outdoor destinations, including Lake James, Pisgah National Forest, Catawba Falls, Linville Falls, South Mountains State Park, Chimney Rock State Park and Blue Ridge Parkway. With low McDowell County taxes, simple HOA-maintained roads, short-term rentals permitted, and a collection of thoughtfully crafted mountain homes designed to complement the landscape, Catatoga Trails offers an exceptional lifestyle for full-time residents, second homeowners and those seeking a peaceful mountain retreat without sacrificing convenience. The Modern Cottage offers comfortable single-level living with an open-concept floor plan, vaulted ceilings, semi-custom cabinetry, granite countertops and spacious covered front porch ideal for enjoying the peaceful mountain setting. Thoughtfully designed for low-maintenance living, it combines timeless style with everyday functionality.
| MLS # | 4403563 |
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| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | New Construction |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 2026 |
| Days On Site | 20 |
| Listing Provided By | Premier Sotheby's International Realty | Jennifer Farley |
| Bed(s) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 2 Total |
| SQ Feet | 1,239 |
| Story(s) | 1 |
| Zoning | None |
| Acreage | 1.56 |
| Property View | Winter |
| Cooling | Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump |
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| Heating | Electric, Heat Pump |
| Interior Features | Kitchen Island, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s) |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator |
| Roof | Architectural Shingle |
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| Security Features | Smoke Detector(s) |
| Construction Materials | Hard Stucco, Hardboard Siding, Wood |
| Foundation Details | Crawl Space |
| Lot Features | Green Area, Sloped, Wooded |
| Garage Yes / No | No |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Driveway |
| Utilities | Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Underground Utilities |
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| List Aor | Land of The Sky Association of Realtors |
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| Property | 23400 |
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| State | NC |
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| County | McDowell |
| City | Marion |
| Zip Code | 83452 |
| Area | McDowell |
| Community Name | Catatoga |
| School District | McDowell |
| Elementary School | Glenwood |
| High School | McDowell |
| Listing VS Median (in Catatoga) | |
Price: $355,000 low | high Med: $440,250 sqft: 1,239 low | high Med: 1,440 $ / sqft: $287 low | high Med: $306 On site: 20 low | high Med: 20 | |
| State | NC |
|---|---|
| County | McDowell |
| City | Marion |
| Zip Code | 83452 |
| Area | McDowell |
| Community Name | Catatoga |
| School District | McDowell |
| Elementary School | Glenwood |
| High School | McDowell |
| Listing VS Median (in Catatoga) | |
Price: $355,000 low | high Med: $440,250 sqft: 1,239 low | high Med: 1,440 $ / sqft: $287 low | high Med: $306 On site: 20 low | high Med: 20 | |