Fondly known by its neighbors as the Lakemont Bed & Breakfast-- this home is the perfect one for entertaining & was a big social gathering place in the 60s & 70s. Less than 1/2 a mile to Wittenburg Lake Access-soon to have its own public beach access in '24. Situated on a shady lot in the established Lakemont Park neighborhood. Dual staircases are a unique feature. Spacious living area has access to full front balcony w/ seasonal lake views. The home boasts 3 bedrooms (including primary suite), 3 full baths, formal dining, 2 living areas, breakfast area, huge laundry room, & 2 car garage. Although this home could use some updating to get it back to its glory, many improvements have been made. Per seller, all done w/in the last 5 years-new garbage disposal, new gutters, stove replaced, dishwasher replaced, new roof, new hot water heater, septic tank pumped, downstairs waterproofing & french drain install. Low Alexander County taxes! Come see this gem for yourself!
Single-familyProperty Type
1969Year Built
0.69 acresLot Size
$125Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Brittany Scott• Weichert, Realtors - Team Metro
This well priced two story home is located next to Lake Hickory and the marina. It features a ful length 2nd floor balcony. It has been updated and recently painted. The location is convenient to many family activities yet has the lower taxes of Alexander Co. 4th Bed Room was made into a large walk-in closet which could be restored. You must see this great family home. Annual Taxes $981.66
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,752 (+9.2%)
$32,312 + $214,439
$246,751
2024
$1,604 (−8.8%)
$32,312 + $214,439
$246,751
2023
$1,759 (+30.0%)
$32,312 + $214,439
$246,751
2022
$1,353
$32,312 + $214,439
$246,751
2021
$1,353
$29,375 + $133,104
$162,479
2020
$1,353
$29,375 + $133,104
$162,479
2019
$1,353 (+1.5%)
$29,375 + $133,104
$162,479
2018
$1,334
$29,375 + $133,104
$162,479
2017
$1,334
$29,375 + $133,104
$162,479
2016
$1,333
$29,375 + $133,104
$162,479
2015
$1,333 (+24.1%)
$29,375 + $133,104
$162,479
2014
$1,074
$35,250 + $119,831
$155,081
Tax history for 493 Shiloh Church Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,752 (+9.2%)
$32,312 + $214,439
$246,751
2024
$1,604 (−8.8%)
$32,312 + $214,439
$246,751
2023
$1,759 (+30.0%)
$32,312 + $214,439
$246,751
2022
$1,353
$32,312 + $214,439
$246,751
2021
$1,353
$29,375 + $133,104
$162,479
2020
$1,353
$29,375 + $133,104
$162,479
2019
$1,353 (+1.5%)
$29,375 + $133,104
$162,479
2018
$1,334
$29,375 + $133,104
$162,479
2017
$1,334
$29,375 + $133,104
$162,479
2016
$1,333
$29,375 + $133,104
$162,479
2015
$1,333 (+24.1%)
$29,375 + $133,104
$162,479
2014
$1,074
$35,250 + $119,831
$155,081
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.69 Acres
Year renovated
1965
Sq. Ft.
1,848
Year built
1969
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alexander County
APN
0003812
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 2, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
SqFt Garage: 819
Parking Features: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Third: 0
# of Bedrooms: Upper: 2
# of Bedrooms: Main: 1
# of Bedrooms: Lower: 0
# of Bedrooms: Basement: 0
# of Bedrooms: Second Living Quarters: 0
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Upper: 2
# of Full Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths (Total): 3
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Heat Pump
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Room Count: 11
Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven, Refrigerator
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Brick Partial, Vinyl
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning Specification: R-20
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.69
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Dirt, Gravel
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City
Sewer: Septic Installed
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Bethlehem
Middle Or Junior High School: West Middle
High School: Alexander Central
Location Information
Directions: From Highway 127 turn onto Shiloh Church Rd. Pass the fork in the road @ Wildlife Access and the house is on the left.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,848
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.69 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1969
Year Renovated: 1965
County: Alexander County
APN: 0003812
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 2, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 2897
Living Area: 2897
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,897
Sq. Ft. Upper: 1847
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1050
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Second Living Quarters Sq. Ft.: 0
Second Living Quarters Heated Living Area: 0
Foundation Details: Slab
Levels: Two
Around this home
Schools
Bethlehem Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.0mi
8/10
West Alexander Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.5mi
9/10
Alexander Central High
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 10.2mi
4/10
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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 102° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
2% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$344,000 – $417,000
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