Mars Hill

North Carolina

Welcome to Mars Hill

Mars Hill is a town located 15 miles due north of Asheville with an elevation of 2,310 feet. It is home to Mars Hill University, a private, liberal arts college with just over a thousand undergraduate students. The town has a rich music history as it was the birthplace of Bascom Lamar Lunsford, the “Minstrel of the Appalachians.”

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There are several great food options downtown! Start your morning off right with a delectable simple black coffee, a fancy espresso, some fruity tea or a refreshing smoothie, with your pastry from Camden’s Coffee House. Or gather with friends and family to enjoy a cold beer, live music or a movie at Mars Theatre Brewing Company at the Mars Hill Theatre. This renovated theatre boasts an impressive selection of brews and makes some excellent dishes including pulled-pork sandwiches and nacho platters!

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There are tons of great hikes just minutes from downtown! Check out this list thanks to AllTrails.

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Take a day trip to Hot Springs Resort and Spa. They feature jetted hot tubs, positioned outside along the banks of Spring Creek and the French Broad River; tubs are supplied with a continuous flow of World Famous Natural Hot Mineral Waters.

 

Want to stay around town and enjoy some live music? Check out this event calendar!

Planning to stay a while? Check out these farmers markets and stock your pantry with local produce and products.

Featured Listing:

144 HONEY LANE
MARS HILL, NC 28754
$349,000
This private, dreamy home set amongst rolling pastures and long-range mountain vistas provides convenience to downtown Mars Hill with a rural experience. One-level living with several accessibility features such as grab bars, and a deck ramp make this a home run for everyone. This property checks so many boxes, which is what makes it so magical. The covered rocking chair back deck offers ample outdoor space to enjoy time with family and friends. The view is so incredible and private, you’ll want to make a postcard out of it. Minutes from Main Street, a dream-find for Nature Lovers seeking the pleasures of city life! Don’t forget to explore the standing crawlspace and attic, both offering plenty of additional storage space. This one-owner home with impeccable maintenance history is now available for the first time available ever! Ask for details on the list of upgrades. Make it yours today. Only 30 minutes from the well-known town of Asheville.
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Homes for Sale in Mars Hill

100 Susanna Cove Road
$399,000
Subdivision: Trillium Glen
4288018
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Well maintained home in Mars Hill's popular Trillium Glen neighborhood. One level living set in a serene wooded, mountain setting. The house has an open concept living, dining and kitchen area. This creates a great setting for holiday gatherings. The spacious primary bedroom is on one side of the home with an ensuite bath. The other 2 bedrooms share a full bath. The washer and dryer are in the hall beside the kitchen. You can access the basement through a door just past the living room. The basement is huge and is stubbed for a bathroom. Currently, the owners have a tv and game area set up. The basement has 1344 sq ft of room that could be used for extra storage, or to create a living space, such as a mother-in-law suite. The many upgrades include a new roof in 2025, laminate floors, upgraded well pump and water tank, and stainless-steel appliances. Trillium Glen is a beautiful neighborhood where each lot is 1+ acre for privacy. The neighborhood has a lovely natural landscape.

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Basic Information

Status:Active
MLS#:4288018
Price:$399,000
SqFt:1344
Bedrooms:3
Bathrooms:2 full
Acreage:1.11
Year Built:2009
Type:Single Family Residence

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Listing courtesy of: Patton Allen Real Estate LLC - shannontaylorrealtorwnc@gmail.com

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Data updated August 30, 2025.

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