McDowell County, NC homes for sale & real estate

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McDowell County, NC Homes for Sale
Privacy, Location, and Exceptional Quality! Nestled at the end of Forest Heights Drive in one of Marion's most sought-after neighborhoods, this beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath, 2-half-bath home sits on 1.91 acres and offers the perfect combination of peaceful country living and convenience, just minutes from downtown Marion. Tucked away in an exceptionally private setting, this property is truly a nature lover's paradise! Surrounded by natural beauty and abundant wildlife, including deer and wild turkeys, you'll enjoy the sights and sounds of nature right from the comfort of your own home. The many windows throughout the house bring the outdoors inside, creating a peaceful and inviting atm

$650,000

3 beds3 baths2,101 sq ft

459 Forest Heights Dr, Marion, NC 28752

High-quality roof • Spacious storage • Slate tile flooring

NEW 7 MINS AGO

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McDowell County, NC Homes for Sale
Location, Convenience, and Easy Living! Don't miss this opportunity to own a spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo in a fantastic Marion location! Enjoy the convenience of single-level, low-maintenance living just minutes from the Sugar Hill Road commercial corridor, offering shopping, restaurants, medical facilities, and everyday essentials. McDowell Hospital and historic downtown Marion are also just a short drive away. Inside, you'll find an inviting open-concept living room and kitchen, creating a comfortable and functional space for everyday living and entertaining. Both bedrooms are generously sized, and the private back patio provides the perfect spot to relax with your morning coffee or

$245,000

2 beds2 baths1,480 sq ft

69 B Buena Vista Rdg, Marion, NC 28752

$125 HOA • Built 2006

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McDowell County, NC Homes for Sale
Prepare to be impressed by this extraordinary custom-built waterfront estate, crafted by the highly reputable Higgins Group, with craftsmanship & high-end finishes from top to bottom. Situated on a 1.61-acre dockable waterfront lot, this remarkable property offers an exceptional combination of privacy, luxury, sophisticated design, and an abundance of indoor and outdoor living spaces. Even better, it's located in Lake James' premier community, Old Wild Life Club, boasting access to the resort-style Camp Lake James club. This club offers a true lodge w/ gorgeous gathering areas, dining/bars, gym, infinity pool, hot tubs, pavilion, sports courts, walking trails, and year-round community

$2,650,000

4 beds5.5 baths4,012 sq ft

155 Otter Waller Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Dockable waterfront • Butler's pantry • 1.61-acre lot

ABOUT THIS HOME
McDowell County, NC Homes for Sale
Cute 2-bedroom, 1-bath fixer-upper with tons of potential! Perfect to rehab and rent, resell, or renovate and make your own. Priced to sell and one of the lowest-priced homes in the area. Photos show the current condition and examples of what the home could look like after renovation. Sold AS-IS. Great price, great potential!

$49,900

2 beds1 bath— sq ft

440 Hillcrest Dr, Marion, NC 28752

0.23 acre lot • Built 1946 • Listed 2 days

NEW 31 HRS AGO

ABOUT THIS HOME
McDowell County, NC Homes for Sale
Mountain views, a full remodel, and a location close to downtown Marion bring fresh appeal to this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home on Gladden Street. The open floor plan creates an inviting flow between living spaces, making it easy to relax, gather, and entertain. All living areas and bedrooms are on the main level, while cathedral ceilings give the primary bedroom an airy feel and added character. Outside, the large, level lot offers space for outdoor enjoyment, gardening, or creating your own backyard retreat, complemented by a fenced front yard. Take in the mountain scenery and enjoy convenient access to downtown Marion’s dining, shopping, and local amenities—a welcoming combination

$299,500

3 beds2 baths1,220 sq ft

45 Gladden St, Marion, NC 28752

Open floor plan • Convenient access • Large level lot

Property at 242 Falling Creek Dr, Nebo, NC 28761, 3 beds, 3 baths

$586,000

3 beds3 baths2,103 sq ft

242 Falling Creek Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 40 Eddie Dr, Old Fort, NC 28762, 3 beds, 2 baths

$275,000

3 beds2 baths1,244 sq ft

40 Eddie Dr, Old Fort, NC 28762

Property at 606 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC 28752, 5 beds, 3 baths

$399,000

5 beds3 baths3,273 sq ft

606 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 26 Hillside Dr, Marion, NC 28752, 2 beds, 2 baths

$359,000

2 beds2 baths1,428 sq ft

26 Hillside Dr, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 238 Randolph Rd, Marion, NC 28752, 3 beds, 1 bath

$89,000

3 beds1 bath1,200 sq ft

238 Randolph Rd, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 127 Pinnacle Heights Dr, Nebo, NC 28761, 3 beds, 2 baths

$249,900

3 beds2 baths1,876 sq ft

127 Pinnacle Heights Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 9893 NC 226 None S, Nebo, NC 28761, 2 beds, 2 baths

$350,000

2 beds2 baths2,500 sq ft

9893 NC 226 None S, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 155 Fourth C St, Marion, NC 28752, 3 beds, 2 baths

$227,000

3 beds2 baths1,125 sq ft

155 Fourth C St, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 569 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC 28752, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$549,500

4 beds2.5 baths2,560 sq ft

569 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 68 Morris Ave, Marion, NC 28752, 3 beds, 1 bath

$60,000

3 beds1 bath982 sq ft

68 Morris Ave, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 548 Bear Cub Dr, Spruce Pine, NC 28777, 2 beds, 2 baths

$149,900

2 beds2 baths700 sq ft

548 Bear Cub Dr, Spruce Pine, NC 28777

Property at 651 Cemetery Rd, Nebo, NC 28761, 4 beds, 4.5 baths

$1,115,000

4 beds4.5 baths2,850 sq ft

651 Cemetery Rd, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 120 Woodmont Dr, Nebo, NC 28761, 3 beds, 2 baths

$349,900

3 beds2 baths1,562 sq ft

120 Woodmont Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 790 W Tate St, Marion, NC 28752, 3 beds, 2 baths

$274,000

3 beds2 baths1,315 sq ft

790 W Tate St, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 1795 Mckenzie Way N #505, Old Fort, NC 28762, 2 beds, 2 baths

$375,000

2 beds2 baths1,482 sq ft

1795 Mckenzie Way N #505, Old Fort, NC 28762

Property at 907 Epley Dr, Marion, NC 28752, 5 beds, 3 baths

$329,900

5 beds3 baths1,728 sq ft

907 Epley Dr, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 678 Forest Lake Heights Dr, Nebo, NC 28761, 1 bed, 1 bath

$200,000

1 bed1 bath320 sq ft

678 Forest Lake Heights Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 1195 Old Wildlife Club Dr #89, Nebo, NC 28761, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$1,979,000

4 beds3.5 baths3,023 sq ft

1195 Old Wildlife Club Dr #89, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 671 Mud Cut Loop, Marion, NC 28752, 4 beds, 5.5 baths

$1,319,000

4 beds5.5 baths4,531 sq ft

671 Mud Cut Loop, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 55 Beaman Rd, Marion, NC 28752, 3 beds, 2 baths

$315,000

3 beds2 baths1,419 sq ft

55 Beaman Rd, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 217 Sycamore Dr, Nebo, NC 28761, 3 beds, 3 baths

$835,000

3 beds3 baths2,316 sq ft

217 Sycamore Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 3048 Pine Cove Rd, Old Fort, NC 28762, 3 beds, 2 baths

$479,900

3 beds2 baths1,692 sq ft

3048 Pine Cove Rd, Old Fort, NC 28762

Property at 15809 US 221 None N, Marion, NC 28752, 5 beds, 3.5 baths

$1,350,000

5 beds3.5 baths3,432 sq ft

15809 US 221 None N, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 1914 Catawba Falls Pkwy, Black Mountain, NC 28711, 4 beds, 6 baths

$1,299,000

4 beds6 baths3,771 sq ft

1914 Catawba Falls Pkwy, Black Mountain, NC 28711

Property at 329 Morehead Rd, Marion, NC 28752, 1 bed, 1 bath

$165,000

1 bed1 bath624 sq ft

329 Morehead Rd, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 251 Baptist Side Rd, Old Fort, NC 28762, 2 beds, 1 bath

$269,000

2 beds1 bath805 sq ft

251 Baptist Side Rd, Old Fort, NC 28762

Property at 230 Johnson Hollow Rd W, Marion, NC 28752, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$325,000

4 beds2.5 baths1,825 sq ft

230 Johnson Hollow Rd W, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 901 State St Unit Ext, Marion, NC 28752, 2 beds, 1 bath

$111,000

2 beds1 bath856 sq ft

901 State St Unit Ext, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 64 Cherry Cove Way #8, Old Fort, NC 28762, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$549,900

3 beds2.5 baths1,838 sq ft

64 Cherry Cove Way #8, Old Fort, NC 28762

Property at 314 Old Mill Rd, Nebo, NC 28761, 2 beds, 2 baths

$425,000

2 beds2 baths1,201 sq ft

314 Old Mill Rd, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 1264 Ten Whigs Rdg, Nebo, NC 28761, 4 beds, 4.5 baths

$2,800,000

4 beds4.5 baths4,629 sq ft

1264 Ten Whigs Rdg, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 767 Hunnicut Mountain Rd, Marion, NC 28752, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$565,000

3 beds2.5 baths2,289 sq ft

767 Hunnicut Mountain Rd, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 84 Portcrest Hts, Marion, NC 28752, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$350,000

4 beds2.5 baths2,340 sq ft

84 Portcrest Hts, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 335 James View Rd, Marion, NC 28752, 3 beds, 2 baths

$630,000

3 beds2 baths2,958 sq ft

335 James View Rd, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 62 Mountain Springs Dr, Nebo, NC 28761, 3 beds, 2 baths

$409,900

3 beds2 baths1,719 sq ft

62 Mountain Springs Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 73 W Mitchell St, Old Fort, NC 28762, 1 bed, 1 bath

$275,000

1 bed1 bath520 sq ft

73 W Mitchell St, Old Fort, NC 28762

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