c.1920 North Carolina Country Home on 3.38 Acres Under $140K

OHU50K Notes $139,900

c.1920 North Carolina Country Home on 3.38 Acres. Sweet little home up a long drive way with acreage and updates. Beautiful rolling hill views.

Yard featured at 565 Tomotla Rd, Marble, NC, 28905

Realtor Comments

Step back in time with this charming 1920 farmhouse, situated on 3.38 unrestricted acres of beautiful, gentle, usable land. The property offers plenty of room for a garden, animals, additional buildings, or simply enjoying the wide-open space. With flat, easy-to-use acreage and no restrictions, the possibilities are endless. Whether you’re looking for a full-time homestead, a peaceful country retreat, or a property with room to make your own, this classic farmhouse offers a rare combination of character, usable land, and freedom that’s getting harder to find.

3 beds
1 bath
1,120 sqft
3.38 acres lot
Build date 1920

Forest featured at 565 Tomotla Rd, Marble, NC, 28905

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565 Tomotla Rd, Marble, NC 28905 $139,900

Contact Realtor: Dexter Hubbard
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Yard featured at 565 Tomotla Rd, Marble, NC, 28905

Pros

Beautiful mountain setting: Marble is in the mountains of western North Carolina, with access to hiking, fishing, scenic drives, and other outdoor activities.
Relatively affordable housing: Current data puts the median owner-occupied home value around $193,800, considerably below the U.S. and North Carolina figures.
Rural, quiet lifestyle: The community is very small—about 472 residents in recent Census-based estimates—so it has a much quieter feel than a city or suburb.
Strong sense of community: Local descriptions emphasize the small-town atmosphere and friendly neighbors.
Lower overall cost of living: One current estimate puts Marble’s cost of living about 18% below the national average, though cost-of-living estimates vary by source.
Close to Murphy and Andrews: You aren’t completely isolated. Andrews is roughly 5 miles away, while Murphy provides substantially more shopping, restaurants, and services.
Good access to nature: The surrounding Cherokee County area offers plenty of outdoor recreation, and Marble itself has rural/mountain scenery.

Cons

Very small: With fewer than 500 residents, Marble doesn’t have the shopping, restaurants, entertainment, or services you’d find in a larger town.
You’ll probably need a car: Marble isn’t particularly walkable, and many everyday amenities require driving to Andrews or Murphy.
Fewer local jobs: Employment opportunities are more limited than in larger North Carolina population centers. Niche gives Marble a C+ for jobs.
Healthcare and major shopping aren’t right around the corner: For a full grocery trip, additional retail, or many services, you’ll generally head toward Murphy or Andrews.
Schools are mixed: Marble is served by Cherokee County Schools, and the quality varies by school. For example, Niche lists Tri-County Early College highly while Andrews High School receives a lower rating.
Limited nightlife: If you want lots of bars, concerts, clubs, or entertainment options, Marble will feel extremely quiet.
Mountain roads: Getting around the region can involve winding, hilly roads, which can be a consideration for commuting or winter driving.
There are some newer development issues to consider: A data-center project in Marble has been reported in 2026, following community concerns in Cherokee County about industrial/crypto-mining development.