This home has been transformed over the last 2 years with $200k in upgrades and you can feel the care in every corner. Whether you're dreaming of a multi-generational setup, an investment property, or a private space for guests this 2550 sf. home lives large. Start your day on the cozy front porch with a cup of coffee. Move into the open kitchen, dining, and living area that spills out onto a covered back deck overlooking the fenced yard and peaceful retreat. The list of new features is long: Anderson windows & sliding door, concrete driveway, and a 22'x30' detached garage/workshop perfect for boats, tools, or more toys, fresh landscaping, new blinds and updated appliances. All new gutters and leaf gutters, garage door and opener, and epoxied front porch. The house and detached garage have metal roofs. Downstairs, the fully finished basement feels like a home of its own. With an open kitchen, dining, and living area, two bedrooms, a full bath, and private outdoor patio access. It's ideal for extended family or long-term guests. All of this sits on .88 ac. of a serene private setting, just a short drive to a public boat launch. Existing septic is for only 3 bds. and was inspected and pumped in 2024.
Single-familyProperty Type
1995Year Built
0.88 acresLot Size
$286Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Joni Gabriel• Southern Homes of the Carolinas, Inc
Location! Ever dream of 2 kitchens or parking your boat in your second driveway? This stunning home is located in the popular Westport neighborhood. Enjoy the American dream with the spacious front porch for rocking chairs on summer days, and the 2 story barn large enough to fit toys and all your tools. You immediately feel home walking into the open floor plan with large windows of natural light to the white marble kitchen with stainless steel appliances and living room with a cozy fireplace. Owner made meticulous updates to stand the test of time. Upgraded features include metal roof, Trex back porch with aluminum railing, gutter guards, buried downspouts for low maintenance. 2 Kitchens, 2 sparerooms, 3 BDR on the main level, and 3 baths. 2 car garage and 2 driveways. No HOA means you can park your boat in the second driveway. One driveway is paved and the other is gravel leading to the barn.
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3233202
Mar 15, 2017
Sold
$258,000
$102/sq ft
Feb 13, 2017
Contingent
—
Jan 31, 2017
Price Changed
$275,000
$108/sq ft
Jan 6, 2017
Price Changed
$280,000
$110/sq ft
Nov 22, 2016
Listed
$285,000
$112/sq ft
+15
Ranch/Basement home on Large .88 acre lot. 3 bedroom, 3 full bath, 2509 sq ft. Basement has bonus room and office with full bath. Harwood floors on main level. New Granite countertops in kitchen and bathrooms. new 3/12 ton Trane HP in 2012. 16x24 2 story workshop/Garage. Covered front porch along full front of home and huge back deck great for entertaining. Close to good schools, shopping , restaurants and Hwy 16 to charlotte and Hickory. Public Lake Access within 5 minutes.
Public Records
Aug 12, 1998
Sold
$165,000
$65/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,153 (+13.6%)
$71,389 + $450,599
$521,988
2024
$2,777 (−4.0%)
$71,389 + $390,295
$461,684
2023
$2,892 (+37.7%)
$71,389 + $390,295
$461,684
2022
$2,100 (−0.6%)
$54,542 + $214,089
$268,631
2021
$2,114 (+12.9%)
$54,542 + $214,089
$268,631
2020
$1,872
$54,542 + $214,089
$268,631
2019
$1,872 (+21.1%)
$54,542 + $214,089
$268,631
2018
$1,547
$45,190 + $175,738
$220,928
2017
$1,547 (+0.5%)
$45,190 + $175,738
$220,928
2016
$1,539 (−4.4%)
$45,190 + $175,738
$220,928
2015
$1,609 (−3.3%)
$45,190 + $175,738
$220,928
2014
$1,664 (+0.7%)
$57,272 + $174,792
$232,064
2013
$1,653
$57,272 + $174,792
$232,064
2012
$1,652 (+3.8%)
$57,272 + $174,792
$232,064
2011
$1,592
$57,272 + $174,792
$232,064
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.88 Acres
Year renovated
1995
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,509
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,509
Year built
1995
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lincoln County
APN
55880
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
R-14
Single-Family-14 District
Established primarily as a single-family residential district, each lot in the district has a minimum area of 14,000 square feet. Since the purpose of this district is to maintain a quality residential atmosphere, uses permitted other than single-family are limited.
Oct 22, 2025 • Final
Building
Replace windows and a door.
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
10% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Denver, NC • 28037
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Denver. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.2 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 2549 S Lake Shore Rd
$705,399
$20K under list price of $725K
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