Escape the city hustle and discover your personal private paradise at this beautiful Arts and Crafts mountain retreat! Nestled on nearly 3 acres of private forest with mountain views, this custom home blends modern luxury with natural elegance. The main level is a dream, featuring two primary bedrooms, each with a spa-like en suite and French doors leading to private patios, imagine sipping your morning coffee or unwinding with an evening drink surrounded by nature! The open concept living area boasts vaulted ceilings and a cozy fireplace flowing seamlessly into a gourmet kitchen. Downstairs, the possibilities are endless with a versatile media/game room, perfect for entertaining or multi-generational living. Plus, there's another fireplace, an additional bedroom, and a full bath, making it ideal for guests or your own private sanctuary. Your beautifully crafted mountain home awaits, designed for tranquility, entertaining, and includes your very own relaxing sauna!
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$895,000
69 Merrell Rd, Leicester, NC 28748
3beds
3,788sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2007
2.87 Acres Lot
$880,100 Zestimate®
$236/sqft
$3,480 Estimated rent
Home value
$880,100
$810,000 - $951,000
$3,480/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: August 25, 2025 at 10:53am
Listing Provided by:
Theresa Turchin 305-778-9559,
Premier Sotheby’s International Realty
Bought with:
Kim Gentry Justus
Ivester Jackson Blackstream
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4181794
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Heat Pump, Propane, Zoned
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: In Hall, Laundry Closet
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas, Recreation Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,067
- Total interior livable area: 3,788 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,067
- Finished area below ground: 1,721
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Faces Side, Garage on Main Level
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Long Range, Mountain(s), Year Round
Lot
- Size: 2.87 Acres
- Features: Rolling Slope, Views
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 879276002300000
- Zoning: OU
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Fuel Tank(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Arts and Crafts
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar Shake, Fiber Cement
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2007
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Propane, Underground Utilities
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Radon Mitigation System
Location
- Region: Leicester
- Subdivision: Turkey Creek Farms
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $290 annually
- Association name: Catherine Hipwell
- Association phone: 828-674-7807
- Second HOA fee: $10 annually
- Second association name: Catherine Hipwell
- Second association phone: 828-674-7807
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Gravel
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/21/2025 | Sold | $895,000+6.5%$236/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4181794 | ||
| 5/6/2022 | Sold | $840,000+1.2%$222/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3829028 | ||
| 11/30/2021 | Sold | $830,000+121.3%$219/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3780280 | ||
| 6/6/2017 | Sold | $375,000+21%$99/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
| 8/29/2014 | Sold | $310,000+15.8%$82/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,893 +3.1% | $591,700 |
| 2023 | $3,777 +1.6% | $591,700 |
| 2022 | $3,718 | $591,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 28748
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Leicester ElementaryGrades: PK-4Distance: 2.1 mi
- 6/10Clyde A Erwin Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 7 mi
- 3/10Clyde A Erwin HighGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Leicester/Eblen
- Middle: Clyde A Erwin
- High: Clyde A Erwin
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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