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

41 homes

Sort:

Recommended

ABOUT THIS HOME
Luxury Home for sale in McDowell County, NC:
Discover private mountain living on this serene 25.66-acre estate, located just minutes from the new Old Fort Gateway Trail System and only 15 minutes to downtown Black Mountain. A gated concrete driveway ushers you into a tranquil, wooded setting with established trails and natural beauty. Enter the main level from a welcoming stone front porch into a spacious foyer that opens to a striking great room with a stone fireplace and easy flow to the beautiful kitchen. The kitchen features custom cabinetry, generous workspace, and a large pantry closet, all open to the great room for effortless gathering and entertaining. A formal dining room with elegant coffered ceilings adds sophistication an

$1,650,000

3 beds4 baths3,997 sq ft

2514 Oakdale Rd, Old Fort, NC 28762

Custom cabinetry • Large pantry closet • Established trails

ABOUT THIS HOME
Luxury Home for sale in McDowell County, NC:
STUNNING LIKE-NEW WATERFRONT HOME ON LAKE JAMES WITH DOUBLE-DECKER ALUMINUM DOCK. This custom-built home offers luxury, low maintenance, open-concept design, and year-round OPEN WATER & MOUNTAIN VIEWS. On the main floor, you will love the open dining, kitchen, and living room with vaulted ceiling and rocked fireplace. This kitchen has it all. .. commercial-grade appliances (gas range), plentiful custom cabinets, pantry, subway tile, quartz counters, and a large breakfast bar/dining area. Two bedrooms on the main and two full bathrooms. The primary bedroom boasts a tongue-and-groove tray ceiling, en suite bath, private deck entry, and INCREDIBLE WATER VIEWS! Have the bathroom of your d

$1,750,000

4 beds3 baths4,086 sq ft

464 Lakecrest Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Quartz counters • Custom cabinets • Waterfront home

ABOUT THIS HOME
Luxury Home for sale in McDowell County, NC:
Nestled on a spacious lot 4.16 acres with luxurious, amenities, this charming Williamsburg home is an entertainer's paradise, complete with a fenced in-ground heated pool added in 2021, an outdoor kitchen and spacious patio area and a relaxing hot tub. Step inside to discover a beautifully maintained interior featuring two cozy fireplaces, and a sunroom adding additional 187 ft of outside living area with direct access to the pool. Recent upgrades include a newer roof, newer appliances and solar panels installed in 2023, ensuring energy efficiency and peace of mind for years to come. The exterior is equally impressive boasting a 20 x 26 metal garage with electrical installed in 2023. Main l

$915,000

4 beds3.5 baths3,670 sq ft

300 Morgan St, Marion, NC 28752

Relaxing hot tub • Newer roof • Spacious patio area

ABOUT THIS HOME
Luxury Home for sale in McDowell County, NC:
This executive home offers some of the most breathtaking views on Lake James—complete with TWO deeded boat slips! The main level showcases custom maple cabinetry and granite countertops in the kitchen, with pantry and gas cooking. Hardwood floors flow throughout the main living areas, while a stone-surround gas fireplace and expansive 6' windows frame the lake views. Step outside to a spacious deck with multiple seating areas, perfect for entertaining or quiet relaxation. The primary suite is a true retreat, featuring a large daylight walk-in closet, double vanity, jetted tub, walk-in shower, and a private balcony overlooking the water. On the lower level, custom stonework accents the

$880,000

4 beds3.5 baths2,921 sq ft

90 High Lake Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

1.34 acre lot • Built 2008 • Listed 53 days

ABOUT THIS HOME
Luxury Home for sale in McDowell County, NC:
Nestled on 1.41 acres between 2 conservation areas, this stunning Blue Ridge log home offers a tranquil mountain escape with breathtaking lake views. Enter the home across the rock bridge surrounded by boulders and a wet weather rock bed. The main level welcomes you with a spacious, open great room that shares a cozy two-sided gas fireplace with the adjacent covered porch and has lake views surrounded by the trees. The primary suite is conveniently located on the main floor and has private balcony providing lake views and a peaceful sanctuary. An additional bedroom with ensuite full bath are also on this level, perfect for guests. Guest bath and laundry on main level as well. The lower leve

$1,449,900

4 beds3.5 baths3,177 sq ft

94 Osprey Roost Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

1.41 acre lot • Community pool • Built 2021

Property at 28 Upper Ridge Rd, Black Mountain, NC 28711, 7 beds, 5.5 baths

$945,000

7 beds5.5 baths3,131 sq ft

28 Upper Ridge Rd, Black Mountain, NC 28711

Property at 264 Porters Way, Nebo, NC 28752, 3 beds, 3.5 baths

$1,499,000

3 beds3.5 baths3,255 sq ft

264 Porters Way, Nebo, NC 28752

Property at 192 Lake Club Dr, Nebo, NC 28761, 4 beds, 5.5 baths

$1,525,000

4 beds5.5 baths4,777 sq ft

192 Lake Club Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 110 Mountain Crest Dr S, Marion, NC 28752, 7 beds, 4.5 baths

$1,189,000

7 beds4.5 baths4,600 sq ft

110 Mountain Crest Dr S, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 137 Lakeside Dr, Marion, NC 28752, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$874,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,960 sq ft

137 Lakeside Dr, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 26 Upper Ridge Rd, Black Mountain, NC 28711, 9 beds, 9 baths

$1,445,000

9 beds9 baths5,928 sq ft

26 Upper Ridge Rd, Black Mountain, NC 28711

Property at 163 Cabin Bluff Dr #4, Marion, NC 28752, 4 beds, 4 baths

$3,250,000

4 beds4 baths3,384 sq ft

163 Cabin Bluff Dr #4, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 334 Scenic Vista Dr, Nebo, NC 28761, 5 beds, 6 baths

$1,625,000

5 beds6 baths4,028 sq ft

334 Scenic Vista Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 43 Polly Spout Rd, Marion, NC 28752, 1 bed, 1 bath

$1,195,000

1 bed1 bath2,073 sq ft

43 Polly Spout Rd, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 2517 Pine Cove Rd, Old Fort, NC 28762, 5 beds, 5.5 baths

$1,475,000

5 beds5.5 baths7,549 sq ft

2517 Pine Cove Rd, Old Fort, NC 28762

Property at 101 Lake Club Ln, Nebo, NC 28761, 3 beds, 3 baths

$1,195,000

3 beds3 baths2,440 sq ft

101 Lake Club Ln, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 700 Bear Cliff Dr, Nebo, NC 28761, 4 beds, 3 baths

$1,904,877

4 beds3 baths3,781 sq ft

700 Bear Cliff Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 357 Lentz Landing Ln, Nebo, NC 28761, 3 beds, 5 baths

$1,348,000

3 beds5 baths4,085 sq ft

357 Lentz Landing Ln, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 765/764 Osborne Knob Rd, Spruce Pine, NC 28752, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$1,050,000

3 beds2.5 baths4,443 sq ft

765/764 Osborne Knob Rd, Spruce Pine, NC 28752

Property at 875 Creston Dr, Black Mountain, NC 28711, 5 beds, 5.5 baths

$1,575,000

5 beds5.5 baths4,739 sq ft

875 Creston Dr, Black Mountain, NC 28711

Property at 266 Potomac Falls Dr, Black Mountain, NC 28711, 4 beds, 4.5 baths

$995,000

4 beds4.5 baths3,868 sq ft

266 Potomac Falls Dr, Black Mountain, NC 28711

Property at 202 Panorama Dr, Nebo, NC 28761, 5 beds, 4 baths

$875,000

5 beds4 baths3,436 sq ft

202 Panorama Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 1662 Catawba Falls Pkwy, Old Fort, NC 28711, 3 beds, 3.5 baths

$1,025,500

3 beds3.5 baths2,427 sq ft

1662 Catawba Falls Pkwy, Old Fort, NC 28711

Property at 8026 Buck Creek Rd, Marion, NC 28752, 8 beds, 14.5 baths

$1,500,000

8 beds14.5 baths5,549 sq ft

8026 Buck Creek Rd, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 200 Little Acres Dr, Marion, NC 28752, 6 beds, 5.5 baths

$1,450,000

6 beds5.5 baths7,210 sq ft

200 Little Acres Dr, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 1037 Newberry Creek Rd, Old Fort, NC 28762, 1 bed, 2 baths

$3,500,000

1 bed2 baths1,212 sq ft

1037 Newberry Creek Rd, Old Fort, NC 28762

Property at 415 Reel Hollow Rd, Marion, NC 28752, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$2,250,000

3 beds2.5 baths2,519 sq ft

415 Reel Hollow Rd, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 163 Gypsy Mountain Rd, Marion, NC 28752, 2 beds, 2.5 baths

$989,000

2 beds2.5 baths2,683 sq ft

163 Gypsy Mountain Rd, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 279 Outback Trl, Nebo, NC 28761, 3 beds, 2 baths

$899,000

3 beds2 baths4,796 sq ft

279 Outback Trl, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 6521 Lake James Rd, Marion, NC 28752, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$1,320,000

3 beds2.5 baths2,677 sq ft

6521 Lake James Rd, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 95 Lake Club Ln #9, Nebo, NC 28761, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$899,000

4 beds2.5 baths2,541 sq ft

95 Lake Club Ln #9, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 60 E Valley View Dr, Marion, NC 28752, 4 beds, 4.5 baths

$915,000

4 beds4.5 baths3,930 sq ft

60 E Valley View Dr, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 1180 West Lake Rd, Marion, NC 28752, 3 beds, 3 baths

$999,000

3 beds3 baths3,034 sq ft

1180 West Lake Rd, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 1240 Gaddy Rd S, Nebo, NC 28761, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$1,199,900

3 beds2.5 baths2,969 sq ft

1240 Gaddy Rd S, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 36 & 50 Catawba Ave, Marion, NC 28752, 3 beds, 1 bath

$899,000

3 beds1 bath1,137 sq ft

36 & 50 Catawba Ave, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 8361 Old Fort Sugar Hill Rd, Marion, NC 28752

$920,000

— beds— baths— sq ft

8361 Old Fort Sugar Hill Rd, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 810 & TBD Marina Dr Unit 1, 2 & 3, Nebo, NC 28761

$1,875,000

— beds— baths— sq ft

810 & TBD Marina Dr Unit 1, 2 & 3, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 2205 Black Forest Dr #28, Marion, NC 28752

$850,000

— beds— baths— sq ft

2205 Black Forest Dr #28, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 1559 Old Hwy 10 Rd E, Marion, NC 28752

$1,350,000

— beds— baths— sq ft

1559 Old Hwy 10 Rd E, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 2730 NC 226 Hwy S, Marion, NC 28752

$950,000

— beds— baths— sq ft

2730 NC 226 Hwy S, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 0 Bailey Off Rd, Nebo, NC 28761

$1,495,000

— beds— baths— sq ft

0 Bailey Off Rd, Nebo, NC 28761

Viewing page 1 of 1

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of Tue Dec 02 2025. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.

Luxury Homes for Sale in McDowell County

There are currently 41 luxury 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.

In the past month, 43 homes have been sold in McDowell County. In addition to houses in McDowell County, there were also 2 condos, 6 townhouses, and 4 multi-family units for sale in McDowell County last month. Find your dream home in McDowell County using the tools above. Use filters to narrow your search by price, square feet, beds, and baths to find homes that fit your criteria. Our top-rated real estate agents in McDowell County are local experts and are ready to answer your questions about properties, neighborhoods, schools, and the newest listings for sale in McDowell County. If you're looking to sell your home in the McDowell County area, our listing agents can help you get the best price. Redfin is redefining real estate and the home buying process in McDowell County with industry-leading technology, full-service agents, and lower fees that provide a better value for Redfin buyers and sellers.

More real estate resources for McDowell County, NC

Nearby Counties

Cities

Nearby Counties with Luxury Homes

Nearby Cities with Luxury Homes

More to explore in McDowell County, NC

How to buy a house in McDowell County, NC

How much house can I afford?

How to buy a house in 10 steps

First-time homebuyer's guide

See more home buying guides

Popular Markets in North Carolina

Download the Redfin App on the Apple App Store

Download the Redfin App from the Google Play Store

Join us

Become an Agent

Get referrals

Careers

Find homes faster

About us

Why Redfin?

Community Impact

Diversity & Inclusion

Find us

Subsidiaries

Affiliated Business

Countries

United States

Canada

Updated September 2025: By searching, you agree to the Terms of Use, and Privacy Policy.

Do not sell or share my personal information.

REDFIN and all REDFIN variants, WALK SCORE, and the R logos, are trademarks of Redfin Corporation, registered or pending in the USPTO.

California DRE #01521930

Redfin is licensed to do business in New York as Redfin Real Estate. NY Standard Operating Procedures

New Mexico Real Estate Licenses

TREC: Info About Brokerage Services, Consumer Protection Notice

All mortgage lending products and information are provided by Rocket Mortgage, LLC | NMLS #3030; www.NMLSConsumerAccess.org. Licensed in 50 states. This site is not authorized by the New York State Department of Financial Services for mortgage solicitation or loan applications activities related to properties located in the State of New York.

Redfin Corporation is an affiliated business of Rocket Limited Partnership. Each company, and their subsidiaries, are separate legal entities operated and managed through its own management and governance structures.

If you are using a screen reader, or having trouble reading this website, please call Redfin Customer Support for help at 1-844-759-7732.

REDFIN IS COMMITTED TO AND ABIDES BY THE FAIR HOUSING ACT AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ACT. READ REDFIN'S FAIR HOUSING POLICY AND THE NEW YORK STATE FAIR HOUSING NOTICE.