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Leicester · Leicester, NC

444 Martin Branch Road

Leicester, NC · 2,313 sqft

$557,000

Reduced from $605,000

  • 3Beds
  • 2Baths
  • 2,313SqFt
  • 1976Year
  • 144Days on market

About this home

Welcome to your private country retreat! Nestled on 3 beautifully maintained acres, this charming country-style home offers the ease of main-floor living with the perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and plentiful storage throughout. At the heart of the home, a stunning floor-to-ceiling stone wood-burning and vented fireplace creates a warm and inviting atmosphere, providing ample heat for much of the home. Outside, enjoy a well-manicured yard with a variety of flora, fenced backyard, and a cozy fire pit—ideal for relaxing under the stars. A durable TimberTech deck is ready for your future hot tub oasis, while the recently fully-paved driveway and 50-amp outlet for an electric vehicle add modern convenience. LeafGuard gutters help minimize maintenance, and re-grading is currently underway beyond the backyard fencing to enhance drainage and provide added peace of mind during inclement weather. As an added bonus, the property includes a steel-framed 2-stall horse barn with lights and water. It has also been recently expanded to be usable for chickens as well, making it an ideal setup for anyone seeking a true country lifestyle. Inside, all appliances and drapery convey, along with the added security of an emergency generator. A brand new furnace was installed in March of 2026, the roof was replaced in 2019, and the home has been lovingly maintained throughout. Conveniently located near Asheville and Waynesville, and just 30–40 minutes from the Great Smoky Mountains, this property offers the perfect balance of accessibility, privacy, and outdoor adventure.

Property details

Beds
3
Baths
2
SqFt
2,313
Lot
Year built
1976
Type
Single Family
Days on market
144
Heating
Forced Air, Propane
Cooling
Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Foundation
Slab
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate

Features

  • Attic Walk In
  • Storage
  • Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Rainwater Catchment
  • Other - See Remarks

Payment estimate

Estimated monthly payment

Includes P&I, tax, insurance

$4,029/ month

Principal & interest
$3,449
Property tax (~0.90%)
$417
Homeowners insurance
$162
HOA dues

Down payment

$27,850 down · $529,150 financed

Income to qualify (28% rule)

~$172,708 / year household

A rough rule — actual qualification depends on your full debt picture, credit, and the lender. Christy can introduce you to lenders she trusts.

Numbers are a directional estimate. Actual monthly cost varies by lender, credit, taxes assessed at closing, and insurance carrier. This is not a loan offer or pre-approval.

Location

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