Charming mountain retreat with endless potential and priced under appraisal! Perched near the top of White Oak Mountain, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers peaceful mountain living with the convenience of being just a short drive to nearby towns and major interstates. Tucked away in a tranquil setting, it’s remote enough to feel like a true mountain escape yet close enough to enjoy the amenities, dining, and small-town charm of places like Columbus, Tryon, and Lake Lure. Inside, the cozy living room welcomes you with vaulted ceilings and exposed wood beams, adding to the home’s rustic mountain feel. Large windows bring in natural light and frame the surrounding treetops, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The kitchen, living, and dining areas flow together, offering an easy layout that’s ready for your personal touch and updates. With a little vision and creativity, this home can easily transform into the mountain getaway you’ve been dreaming of—whether as a full-time residence, a part-time retreat, or an investment property. Step outside to enjoy cool mountain breezes and serene surroundings from the expansive deck that wraps around the front of the home. It’s the perfect spot for morning coffee, evening sunsets, or simply relaxing in the peace and quiet of nature. The low-maintenance yard means less work and more time to unwind and explore all the community amenities. White Oak Mountain offers the best of mountain living, featuring three stocked ponds for fishing, a large pavilion for neighborhood gatherings, and spectacular long-range views from the top. The area’s natural beauty changes with the seasons, from vibrant fall colors to soft spring greens, with potential for year-round mountain views from the property and clear winter vistas that remind you why mountain life is so special. If you’ve been looking for a property that combines potential, privacy, and convenience, this home offers the perfect blend. Embrace the mountain lifestyle while staying connected to everything you need—just minutes from I-26 and Hwy 74 for easy access to Asheville, Greenville, and beyond. Come see why life on White Oak Mountain feels a world away—yet right where you want to be.
Single-familyProperty Type
1977Year Built
1.84 acresLot Size
$220Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Becky Corthell• Looking Glass Realty, Hendersonville
Cooling Information: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump
Interior Features
Room Count: 6
Interior Features: Split Bedroom
Appliances: Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Linoleum, Wood
Door Features: Sliding Doors
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Brick Partial, Wood
Roof: Metal
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Side Porch
Property Information
Other Equipment: Fuel Tank(s)
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Accessibility Features: Two or More Access Exits
Zoning: MX
Zoning Specification: MX
Lot Information
Lot Features: Private, Wooded
Lot Size Area: 1.84
Lot Size Units: Acres
Elevation: 2500
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Propane
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: Architectural Review,Square Feet
HOA Information
Has HOA
Association Name: White Oak Mountain POA
HOA Subject To Dues: Mandatory
HOA Subject To: Required
Association Fee: $1,000
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Annual Expense: 1000.00
School Information
Elementary School: Unspecified
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Unspecified
Location Information
Directions: From Columbus, travel on W Mills St/NC-108 and turn left onto Houston Rd. In 0.5 mile, bear right to stay on Houston Rd. In 0.6 mile, turn left onto White Oak Mountain Rd. Follow for 2.6 miles and home will be on the left. See sign.
Community Information
Community Features: Pond
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.84 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1977
Year Renovated: 1985
County: Polk County
APN: P45-93
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 5, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1575
Living Area: 1575
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,575
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1575
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Tryon Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.1mi
5/10
Polk County Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.3mi
4/10
Polk County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
3 days above 105° expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Estimated sale price
$330,000 – $399,000
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