Cheap homes for sale & real estate in McDowell County, NC

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Discover your perfect canvas in the gated community of Hidden Lake! This private 3.57-acre lot (Lot 78) offers endless possibilities in a desirable neighborhood with beautifully paved roads. The owner also owns neighboring Lot 77 (4.38 acres), creating an opportunity to purchase both properties for a combined total of 7.95 acres. The community welcomes you with exceptional amenities including a sparkling community pool and serene lake perfect for peaceful kayaking adventures - sorry speedboat enthusiasts, these tranquil waters are paddle-power only! Winding walking trails invite leisurely strolls through the scenic landscape. Your future homesite boasts natural privacy with strategic cleari

$25,000

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VL Horizon Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Gated community • Private lot • Community pool

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DEVELOPER/INVESTOR OPPORTUNITY – OR MAKE IT YOUR OWN PRIVATE ESTATE! Located just east of Asheville in the gated mountain community of Gateway Mountain, this offering includes three combined parcels being sold as a package. Enjoy the privacy of 6 + \ - acres with the flexibility to build multiple homes, keep it all for yourself, or sell off a parcel in the future. These lots feature gentle building sites and easy, paved access—a rare find in the mountains. You’ll be directly across from Picnic Lake, with other exclusive amenities just minutes away, including Lake George and Waterfall Park—private areas available only to Gateway property owners. A trusted local build

$98,000

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TBD Mckenzie Way N, Old Fort, NC 28762

6 acres • Combined parcels • Easy paved access

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Check out the drone virtual tour of the property neighborhood! Welcome to your perfect getaway or future dream home site! This lake lot offers breathtaking long-range mountain views and serene water views, creating a picture perfect backdrop for peaceful living or weekend escapes. With free lake entrance access, you'll enjoy swimming or kayaking, fishing and boat launch access. The lot features a gentle terrain. Whether you're looking to build a cozy cabin, or lake retreat, this lot checks the boxes. Previously perked for 2 bedroom has expired.

$72,900

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0 Memory Ln, Nebo, NC 28761

Gentle terrain • Water views • Lake lot

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Cheap Home for sale in McDowell County, NC:
Welcome to Forest Heights, this beautiful 3.59-acre cul-de-sac lot offers a private serene setting the in the gated community of Forest Heights. This community is within 15 minutes of downtown Marion and approximately 20 minutes to Lake James State Park. Lake James State Park is nestled in the rolling country base of the Linville Gorge. Lake James has 150-miles of shoreline and is located between the towns of Marion and Morganton. You can enjoy the favorite beach area called "Paddy's Creek" with a designated swimming area, a pavilion with a concession stand and restrooms. The beach at "Paddy's Creek" is open from May to September. Come build your home in this private cou

$24,000

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00 Trail Ridge Dr #115, Marion, NC 28752

Nearby beach area • 3.59 acre lot • Listed 547 days

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Cheap Home for sale in McDowell County, NC:
The mountain views you'll have on this west facing 1.15 acre lot are much better than what you see in the photos. Clearing some trees will unlock the sweeping views giving you the evening sunsets. Quiet gated community with low annual dues and light restrictions. Short term rentals allowed. Lot has two access locations to choose from to build your driveway either from the bottom or go in at the top from the cul-de-sac on Falling Leaves Lane. Underground electric installed. Well and septic needed. Located just 10 minutes from Linville Falls, Blue Ridge Parkway, Linville Falls Winery and 15 minutes to access the Linville Gorge Wilderness.

$22,000

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Lot 72 Maureen Pkwy, Marion, NC 28752

Two access locations • West facing lot • 1.15 acre lot

Property at Lot 39V Brindlewood Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

$14,500

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Lot 39V Brindlewood Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 475 Bear Cub Dr, Spruce Pine, NC 28777

$89,700

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475 Bear Cub Dr, Spruce Pine, NC 28777

Property at 0 Captains Dr #234, Nebo, NC 28761

$125,000

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0 Captains Dr #234, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at Lot 119 Trail Ridge Dr, Marion, NC 28752

$25,000

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Lot 119 Trail Ridge Dr, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 1099 Mitchell View Dr Unit 915/915A, Old Fort, NC 28762

$49,000

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1099 Mitchell View Dr Unit 915/915A, Old Fort, NC 28762

Property at 377 Harborside Dr #245, Nebo, NC 28761

$39,500

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377 Harborside Dr #245, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 00 Ravenswood Dr #106, Nebo, NC 28752

$26,000

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00 Ravenswood Dr #106, Nebo, NC 28752

Property at Lot 17 Deer Ridge Trl, Marion, NC 28752

$16,000

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Lot 17 Deer Ridge Trl, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 645 Tunnel Rd Unit 157 & 158, Marion, NC 28752

$45,000

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645 Tunnel Rd Unit 157 & 158, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 9999 Ridge Way #3, Marion, NC 28752

$50,000

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9999 Ridge Way #3, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 367 Kestrel Ln Unit T-85, Black Mountain, NC 28711

$79,500

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367 Kestrel Ln Unit T-85, Black Mountain, NC 28711

Property at V/L Black Lark Dr #178, Marion, NC 28752

$30,000

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V/L Black Lark Dr #178, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 342 Waters Edge Dr Unit 6-16,7-16,8-16,9-16, Nebo, NC 28761

$120,000

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342 Waters Edge Dr Unit 6-16,7-16,8-16,9-16, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 913 Bear Cliff Dr #24, Nebo, NC 28761

$89,000

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913 Bear Cliff Dr #24, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 2523 Creston Dr Unit T-24, Black Mountain, NC 28711

$130,000

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2523 Creston Dr Unit T-24, Black Mountain, NC 28711

Property at 265 Harborside Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

$31,500

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265 Harborside Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 961 Deep Woods Dr, Marion, NC 28752

$37,900

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961 Deep Woods Dr, Marion, NC 28752

Property at V/L Grace Estates Dr #6, Marion, NC 28752

$43,500

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V/L Grace Estates Dr #6, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 00 Victoria Dr, Marion, NC 28752

$60,000

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00 Victoria Dr, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 1915 Catawba Falls Pkwy #232, Black Mountain, NC 28711

$85,000

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1915 Catawba Falls Pkwy #232, Black Mountain, NC 28711

Property at 117 Ironwood Ln Unit C-20, Black Mountain, NC 28711

$88,500

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117 Ironwood Ln Unit C-20, Black Mountain, NC 28711

Property at 305 Captains Dr #200, Nebo, NC 28761

$50,000

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305 Captains Dr #200, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 99999 Thole St, Marion, NC 28752

$15,000

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99999 Thole St, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 965 Wolf Pen Rd, Old Fort, NC 28762

$49,000

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965 Wolf Pen Rd, Old Fort, NC 28762

Property at Lots 78&79 Mckenzie Way S, Old Fort, NC 28762

$24,900

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Lots 78&79 Mckenzie Way S, Old Fort, NC 28762

Property at Off US 70 Highway Hwy W, Old Fort, NC 28762

$115,000

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Off US 70 Highway Hwy W, Old Fort, NC 28762

Property at V/L #11 Deer Crossing Dr, Marion, NC 28752

$19,000

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V/L #11 Deer Crossing Dr, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 263 Nuthatch Ln, Black Mountain, NC 28711

$60,000

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263 Nuthatch Ln, Black Mountain, NC 28711

Property at 501 Warbler Ln Unit T-62, Black Mountain, NC 28711

$99,500

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501 Warbler Ln Unit T-62, Black Mountain, NC 28711

Property at 00 Plantation Dr Unit 40 & 41, Marion, NC 28752

$54,900

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00 Plantation Dr Unit 40 & 41, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 88 Lowden Dr #88, Nebo, NC 28761

$34,500

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88 Lowden Dr #88, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at Lot 4 Celestial Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

$25,000

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Lot 4 Celestial Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 183 Woodgate Trl #103, Nebo, NC 28761

$132,500

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183 Woodgate Trl #103, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 00 High Trail Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

$24,000

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00 High Trail Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at lot 46 Bald Eagle Ln #46, Marion, NC 28752

$30,000

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lot 46 Bald Eagle Ln #46, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 1696 Catawba Falls Pkwy #190, Black Mountain, NC 28711

$53,000

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1696 Catawba Falls Pkwy #190, Black Mountain, NC 28711

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Cheap Homes for Sale in McDowell County

There are currently 407 cheap homes for sale in McDowell County at a median listing price of $385K. Some of these homes are "Hot Homes," meaning they're likely to sell quickly. Most homes for sale in McDowell County stay on the market for 95 days and receive 1 offers. This map is refreshed with the newest listings in McDowell County every 15 minutes.

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