"Marlon is an awesome realtor. He helped us from the very beginning. He was great with all the paperwork processes."
Why MAR Properties, L.L.C.?
A locally owned independent brokerage built on integrity, accountability, and clear communication.
Truly Independent
Not a franchise. Every strategy is built around your goals, without a corporate playbook or quota system.
Multilingual Service
Our brokers provide real estate guidance and communication in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese.
Western North Carolina Focus
Our primary focus is Hickory and the surrounding Western North Carolina counties. We can also assist elsewhere in North Carolina when appropriate.
NC Licensed Firm
NC Firm License C31574. Memberships include NAR, CVAR, Canopy REALTOR® Association, NAHREP, and AMPI. MLS participation includes Canopy MLS and Triad MLS.
The Brokerage
MAR Properties, L.L.C.
A locally owned independent real estate brokerage headquartered in Hickory, NC. We help buyers, sellers, and investors make informed real estate decisions in Western North Carolina and across the state.
MAR Properties, L.L.C. is led by owner and broker Marlon Rodriguez. Our licensed brokers serve clients in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese.
Built on six core values: Integrity, Accountability, Transparency, Diligence, Perseverance, and Humility. Services in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese.
Residential Buying & Selling
Investment Property Analysis
Relocation Services
English, Spanish, and Vietnamese
North Carolina Brokerage Service
International Referrals
REALTOR® Memberships
NAR
Catawba Valley REALTORS®
Canopy REALTOR® Association
Canopy MLS
Triad MLS
NAHREP
AMPI
1. Consult
Free strategy session
2. Strategize
Custom market plan
3. Move Forward
Guidance through closing
9
Focus Counties
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Languages
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MLS Networks
6
Core Values
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Search by city, ZIP code, neighborhood, or price through the available MLS property feed.
For Buyers
Down Payment
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Down Payment
Assistance Blueprint
Some North Carolina buyers may qualify for down payment assistance. Get our free guide to learn about possible programs. Eligibility is determined by the applicable program and participating lender.
NC DPA programs explained step-by-step
First-time buyer & repeat buyer options
Available in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese
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For Sellers
What Is Your
What Is Your
Home Worth?
Get a free automated estimate of your home's potential market value with no obligation. An automated estimate is not an appraisal. Our team can follow up with a comparative market analysis tailored to your property.
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Support in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese
For Sellers
Options for a Property
Options for a Property
in Any Condition
If you have a distressed, inherited, vacant, or hard-to-sell property, MAR Properties, L.L.C. can explain possible paths. You may choose a traditional brokerage listing or ask whether a direct purchase option is available.
Traditional listing options
Direct purchase options may be available
No guaranteed offer or closing timeline
Support in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese
A direct purchase may involve MAR Properties, L.L.C., an affiliated broker, a related buyer, or an independent investor. Any brokerage relationship, buyer interest, and required conflict disclosure will be explained before you decide how to proceed. Terms are negotiable and subject to written agreement.
Review My Selling Options
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Traditional Listing · Possible Direct Purchase
Property Specific Guidance
Homes for Sale in Hickory NC
Browse current listings in Hickory, Catawba County, and surrounding North Carolina communities.
Meet Our Agents
Meet the licensed real estate professionals serving MAR Properties, L.L.C. clients across North Carolina.
Published Client Reviews
"Marlon was great through out our entire experience and even after he answered many of our questions."
Read additional client feedback on the public review profiles linked below.
Hickory and Western North Carolina Service Area
Our local authority focus is Hickory and Western North Carolina. Brokerage assistance may also be available elsewhere in North Carolina based on the property and client needs.
Catawba County
Hickory, Newton, Conover, and surrounding communities. This is our home market.
Primary Service Area
Catawba, Burke, Caldwell, Alexander, and Lincoln counties.
Secondary Service Area
Gaston, Cleveland, Iredell, and Mecklenburg counties.
Additional Locations
We may provide brokerage service elsewhere in North Carolina or coordinate a referral when that better serves the client.
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Real-Time Market Data
Review live Hickory area listing information and location based property data powered by Canopy MLS.
Are You a Real Estate Professional?
Whether you are an experienced agent or just starting a North Carolina real estate career, learn about affiliation opportunities with MAR Properties, L.L.C.
Join Our Team
Licensed agent looking for a brokerage? Review our compensation information and use the calculator to compare different production scenarios.
- Competitive commission splits
- Independent brokerage culture
- English, Spanish, and Vietnamese team
- Hickory and Western North Carolina focus
Become a REALTOR® in NC
Thinking about starting a real estate career in North Carolina? Review the licensing path and learn what support may be available through MAR Properties, L.L.C.
- Complete NC licensing roadmap
- Brokerage support and training information
- Multilingual learning environment
- Launch your career at an independent firm
Frequently Asked Questions
Our primary service area includes Catawba, Burke, Caldwell, Alexander, and Lincoln counties. Our secondary service area includes Gaston, Cleveland, Iredell, and Mecklenburg counties. We may also provide brokerage service elsewhere in North Carolina or coordinate a referral when appropriate.
Start with a consultation with MAR Properties, L.L.C. We can prepare a market analysis, discuss property preparation, and develop a marketing plan based on the property and your goals. Call 828-352-1205 or book online.
Yes. Depending on the property and your goals, a direct purchase option may be available. Any brokerage relationship, buyer interest, and required conflict disclosure will be explained before you decide how to proceed. No offer or closing timeline is guaranteed.
Yes. We work with investors to identify, acquire, and sell properties in Western North Carolina and elsewhere in the state when appropriate. We do not provide rentals, leasing, property management, housing voucher placement, or seller financing.
MAR Properties, L.L.C. has brokers who can provide real estate service in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese.
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