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If you've been looking for your slice of heaven here in Western North Carolina, consider 491 Mckenzie Way South in Old Fort. Gateway Mountain provides its residents with 2700 acres of nature including trails, waterfalls and Lake George for boating, fishing and swimming. Boasting an expansive deck with a gas grill hook up, a screened porch with a hot tub and tv, and a vaulted great room with a fireplace and bar seating at the kitchen, this home lends itself to entertaining and relaxing. Want to listen to the birds while you rest? The sliding doors and plentiful windows let the sights and sounds in. And with three bedrooms, two full bathrooms and a nearly 400 square foot two car garage, this

$475,000

3 beds2 baths1,290 sq ft

Hot tub • Gas grill hook up • Vaulted great room

491 Mckenzie Way S Unit 598, 599, Old Fort, NC 28762

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Welcome to your peaceful mountain retreat in Marion, NC where you will be surrounded by beautiful scenery, privacy, and the quiet lifestyle many buyers seek. Nestled in the serene foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, it is conveniently located just 20 minutes from I-40 and the charming towns of Old Fort and Marion. Historic Black Mountain is only 30 minutes away, and vibrant Asheville is only 45 minutes away. Enjoy the best of mountain living with easy access to hiking trails, the iconic Blue Ridge Parkway, Lake James, Catawba Falls, local dining, shops, local produce stands, and outdoor adventures in nearby Pisgah National Forest and beyond. This inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on a

$267,500

3 beds2 baths1,282 sq ft

Covered front deck • Large rear wood deck • 1.01 acre lot

111 Buck Ridge Dr, Marion, NC 28752

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McDowell County, NC Homes for Sale
Charming property with endless potentia. Nestled in the desirable Ashworth Road area of Marion, this cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers the perfect opportunity for buyers looking to add their own personal touch. Originally built in 1955, the home retains much of its classic character while providing a solid foundation for updates and improvements. Situated in a peaceful rural setting with convenient access to Marion and Interstate 40. Inside, you'll find a functional floor plan with comfortable living spaces, two bedrooms, and a full bath. While the home does require some interior repairs and cosmetic updates, it presents an excellent opportunity for investors, first-time buyers, or anyone

$99,000

2 beds1 bath784 sq ft

Renovation potential • 0.65 acre lot • Parking

1081 Ashworth Rd, Marion, NC 28752

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McDowell County, NC Homes for Sale
Breathtaking, year-round long-range mountain views take center stage on this multi-acre estate in highly desirable Little Switzerland! Located less than a mile from the village and the Blue Ridge Parkway, this unique 5-bedroom, 5-bathroom property offers the ultimate multigenerational compound or a lucrative multi-unit investment opportunity. The clever layout functions beautifully as two separate homes, boasting a main-level split-bedroom plan and a fully finished lower level complete with its own kitchen, living area, and private entrance. The architectural character shines with soaring cathedral ceilings, cherry paneling, open floor plan, historic stone materials, and fiber-cement sidin

$1,550,000

5 beds5 baths4,524 sq ft

4.1 acre estate • Private entrance • 5.4 acre lot

729 Bear Wallow Rd, Little Switzerland, NC 28749

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McDowell County, NC Homes for Sale
Brand New, Beautifully Built, and Thoughtfully Designed! Welcome to Plantation Point, where brand-new construction, beautiful finishes, and easy living come together in all the right ways. The main level was designed for comfortable one-level living with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a spacious open great room with a cozy fireplace at the heart of the home. The kitchen and living spaces flow beautifully together, while covered porches on both the front and back give you plenty of room to slow down and enjoy mountain living. The Primary Suite is a showstopper complete with a large walk-in shower, soaking tub, dual vanities, private water closet, and an incredible walk-in closet with built

$649,000

3 beds3 baths2,409 sq ft

Covered front porch • Covered back porch • 0.62 acre lot

438 Plantation Dr, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 217 Summit Dr, Nebo, NC 28761, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$854,000

3 beds2.5 baths2,874 sq ft

217 Summit Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 77 Pulliam St, Marion, NC 28752, 4 beds, 2 baths

$335,000

4 beds2 baths1,647 sq ft

77 Pulliam St, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 233 Arcadia Falls Way, Black Mountain, NC 28711, 5 beds, 3.5 baths

$849,000

5 beds3.5 baths3,057 sq ft

233 Arcadia Falls Way, Black Mountain, NC 28711

Property at 1307 Golf Course Rd, Old Fort, NC 28762, 3 beds, 3 baths

$649,000

3 beds3 baths2,332 sq ft

1307 Golf Course Rd, Old Fort, NC 28762

Property at 483 Cross Creek Dr #26, Marion, NC 28752, 4 beds, 3 baths

$785,000

4 beds3 baths3,868 sq ft

483 Cross Creek Dr #26, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 696 Hickory Nut Holw, Old Fort, NC 28762, 2 beds, 2 baths

$549,000

2 beds2 baths1,740 sq ft

696 Hickory Nut Holw, Old Fort, NC 28762

Property at 35 Second St, Marion, NC 28752, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$220,000

3 beds1.5 baths1,374 sq ft

35 Second St, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 488 Warbler Ln, Black Mountain, NC 28711, 3 beds, 3.5 baths

$3,250,000

3 beds3.5 baths3,936 sq ft

488 Warbler Ln, Black Mountain, NC 28711

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

$1,950,000

3 beds2.5 baths2,494 sq ft

415 Reel Hollow Rd, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 307 Blue Ridge Dr S #4, Marion, NC 28752, 3 beds, 3 baths

$225,000

3 beds3 baths1,536 sq ft

307 Blue Ridge Dr S #4, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 10 Otter Cove Ct, Nebo, NC 28761, 3 beds, 5.5 baths

$2,825,000

3 beds5.5 baths5,326 sq ft

10 Otter Cove Ct, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 1659 High Rock Acres Dr, Black Mountain, NC 28711, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$1,300,000

4 beds3.5 baths2,885 sq ft

1659 High Rock Acres Dr, Black Mountain, NC 28711

Property at 1614 Gateway Pkwy #12, Old Fort, NC 28762, 1 bed, 2 baths

$400,000

1 bed2 baths1,712 sq ft

1614 Gateway Pkwy #12, Old Fort, NC 28762

Property at tbd Biggerstaff Loop Unit E, Nebo, NC 28761, 1 bed, 1 bath

$124,900

1 bed1 bath570 sq ft

tbd Biggerstaff Loop Unit E, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 420 Nathan Mcdaniel Dr, Nebo, NC 28761, 3 beds, 3 baths

$574,900

3 beds3 baths2,619 sq ft

420 Nathan Mcdaniel Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 315 Lakeview Trl, Nebo, NC 28761, 2 beds, 3 baths

$699,900

2 beds3 baths1,963 sq ft

315 Lakeview Trl, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 201 Wright Rd, Marion, NC 28752, 3 beds, 3.5 baths

$749,500

3 beds3.5 baths2,623 sq ft

201 Wright Rd, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 127 Peaceful Hill Dr, Old Fort, NC 28762, 3 beds, 2 baths

$259,900

3 beds2 baths1,568 sq ft

127 Peaceful Hill Dr, Old Fort, NC 28762

Property at 194 Virginia Dr, Marion, NC 28752, 3 beds, 1 bath

$399,000

3 beds1 bath1,472 sq ft

194 Virginia Dr, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 68 Circle Dr, Marion, NC 28752, 1 bed, 1 bath

$649,000

1 bed1 bath490 sq ft

68 Circle Dr, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 96 Boysenberry Dr, Nebo, NC 28761, 3 beds, 3 baths

$696,000

3 beds3 baths3,126 sq ft

96 Boysenberry Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 584 Clear Spring Trl #61, Nebo, NC 28761, 3 beds, 2 baths

$499,000

3 beds2 baths2,179 sq ft

584 Clear Spring Trl #61, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 140 Peaceful Hill Dr, Old Fort, NC 28762, 3 beds, 2 baths

$259,900

3 beds2 baths1,568 sq ft

140 Peaceful Hill Dr, Old Fort, NC 28762

Property at 880 N Main St, Marion, NC 28752, 2 beds, 1 bath

$749,000

2 beds1 bath1,040 sq ft

880 N Main St, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 281 Glenwood Dr, Marion, NC 28752, 3 beds, 2 baths

$355,000

3 beds2 baths1,978 sq ft

281 Glenwood Dr, Marion, NC 28752

Property at TBD Waters Edge Dr Unit 3-16, Nebo, NC 28761

$65,000

Land2.24 acres (lot)

TBD Waters Edge Dr Unit 3-16, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 1891 Silvers Welch Rd, Old Fort, NC 28762

$1,599,900

Land43.37 acres (lot)

1891 Silvers Welch Rd, Old Fort, NC 28762

Property at 817 Drucilla Church Rd, Nebo, NC 28761

$255,000

Land17.00 acres (lot)

817 Drucilla Church Rd, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 00 Old Fort Sugar Hill Rd, Old Fort, NC 28762

$45,000

Land1.18 acres (lot)

00 Old Fort Sugar Hill Rd, Old Fort, NC 28762

Property at 256 Beacon Ridge Dr Unit 26-12, Nebo, NC 28761

$66,900

Land1.48 acres (lot)

256 Beacon Ridge Dr Unit 26-12, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at V/L Kathleen Park, Marion, NC 28752

$500,000

Land6.95 acres (lot)

V/L Kathleen Park, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 100 Carolina Ave, Marion, NC 28752

$39,900

Land8,276 sq ft (lot)

100 Carolina Ave, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 420 Southern Way, Nebo, NC 28761

$179,000

Land15.00 acres (lot)

420 Southern Way, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 169 E Main St, Old Fort, NC 28762

$199,999

Land0.45 acre (lot)

169 E Main St, Old Fort, NC 28762

Property at 000 Mckenzie Way N Unit 588&589, Old Fort, NC 28762

$37,500

Land2.66 acres (lot)

000 Mckenzie Way N Unit 588&589, Old Fort, NC 28762

Property at 000 Forest Hill Dr, Marion, NC 28752

$80,000

Land6.00 acres (lot)

000 Forest Hill Dr, Marion, NC 28752

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