Discover spacious lots in the heart of Old Fort — where mountain views, fresh air, and peaceful living come together. These large homesites offer the perfect opportunity to build your dream home, vacation retreat, family compound, small farm or investment property. With minimal restrictions of no singlewide mobile homes, no unlicensed vehicles and no commercial swine or chicken facilities, the possibilities are almost endless. Lots will range for approximately 5-30+ acres. Lot 3-7 offer both cleared frontage on Parker Padgett while wooded acreage on the back of the property. Lot 8 has 2 creeks on 3 sides of the property with some larger fields on the back portion while lots 9-12 have a creek as a back boundary. Lots 11-12 also have clear fields to the rear of the property. You have beautiful natural surroundings with easy access to hiking, nature, and small town charm. You are convenient to I-40 and only a short commute to Buncombe County. Whether you're looking for a quiet escape or your next investment, these properties offer endless potential in one of Western North Carolina’s growing areas. Survey to be completed on all lots prior to sale. Displayed site plan is for marketing purposes and may change slightly as needed during survey process.
Lot Features: Creek Front, Green Area, Level, Creek/Stream, Wooded, Views
Lot Size Area: 31.6
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well Needed
Sewer: Septic Needed
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: Building,Deed,Modular Allowed,Use,Other - See Remarks
Restrictions Description: No singlewide mobile homes permitted. Doublewides & modulars are allowed. No unlicensed/valid tagged vehicles No commercial swine or chicken facilities allowed.
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Old Fort
Middle Or Junior High School: West McDowell
High School: McDowell
Location Information
Directions: From I-40 take exit 75, Parker Padgett Road turn and go 3 miles and the property will be just past Souther Road property is located on both sides of the road.
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Style: Vacant Land
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County: McDowell County
APN: 0679-00-13-5669
Home facts updated by county records on May 29, 2026
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Around this home
Schools
Old Fort Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.1mi
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West McDowell Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.2mi
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McDowell High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.3mi
2/10
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This home ranks in the top 17% for direct sun exposure in Old Fort. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.