McDowell County, NC homes for sale & real estate

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McDowell County, NC Homes for Sale
Amazing 360 degree views of the Blue Ridge Mountains from Grandfather, Shortoff Mt & Linville Gorge to Mt Mitchell and the South Mountains. This one of a kind property has been improved with a graded drive, level homesite, has had a well installed and has been perced for a 4 Bedroom home. A new covered dock is currently being built and will be installed soon. Shoreline stabilization has also been approved and will commence shortly. If you have been dreaming of a mountain lake home with the Blue Ridge and Lake James views, don't wait to take a look at this 5.2 acres private waterfront property. The Pointe at Lake James is a gated community of just 5 lots on a large peninsula next to Bi

$2,249,000

Land5.21 acres (lot)

84 Peninsula Dr #3, Marion, NC 28752

Level homesite • Graded drive • 360 degree views

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McDowell County, NC Homes for Sale
BRING YOUR VISION-MAKE IT REAL Lot #2 includes 2012 Jayco Eagle Camper Discover the perfect blend of privacy, natural beauty, and convenience with this beautiful mountain property. Perched at a higher elevation, you'll enjoy breathtaking long range views, fresh mountaIn air, and a peaceful setting surrounded by nature. Whether you're dreaming of a mountain home, a vacation retreat, or an investment opportunity, this land offers endless possibilities. Roads, cell tower, power in place. This lot comes with a camper trailer in place.

$75,000

Land0.83 acre (lot)

173 Samaha Dr, Marion, NC 28752

Long range views • Mountain property

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McDowell County, NC Homes for Sale
6.8-Acre Mountain Double Lot in Hidden Lake Gated Community Secure ultimate privacy and exceptional value with this 6.8-acre wooded property comprised of two adjacent parcels in Hidden Lake. Located in Nebo, NC, between Morganton and Marion, this expansive acreage offers incredible flexibility. Choose to build custom homes on both lots or combine them to design a single, ultra-private mountain estate. Property & Community Amenities 6.8 Total Acres: Wooded double-lot package offering extreme privacy and flexibility. Water Recreation: Full access to Hidden Lake, a private 10-acre lake with a boardwalk, fishing pier, and kayak launch. Neighborhood Amenities: Gated entrance, outdoor swi

$50,000

Land6.80 acres (lot)

0 Nathan Mcdaniel Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Kayak launch • Fishing pier • Mountain double lot

$34,900

Land8,276 sq ft (lot)

100 Carolina Ave, Marion, NC 28752

Listed 25 days

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McDowell County, NC Homes for Sale
Your Lake James-area dream starts here! This beautiful 2-acre, approximately 85% cleared lot offers gently rolling, elevated terrain in a scenic gated community. With both front and rear property access, this property provides plenty of open space and flexibility for your future home. Enjoy a peaceful setting with the community pool just a short walk away, while being conveniently located near the outdoor recreation and natural beauty of Lake James. Bring your vision and start planning the home you’ve been dreaming of!

$40,000

Land2.00 acres (lot)

91 Meadows Station Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Community pool • Elevated terrain

Property at 420 Southern Way, Nebo, NC 28761

$179,000

Land15.00 acres (lot)

420 Southern Way, 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 V/L Hoyle St, Marion, NC 28752

$270,000

Land5.06 acres (lot)

V/L Hoyle St, Marion, NC 28752

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 817 Drucilla Church Rd, Nebo, NC 28761

$255,000

Land17.00 acres (lot)

817 Drucilla Church Rd, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 1363 Armstrong Creek Rd, Marion, NC 28752

$225,000

Land4.37 acres (lot)

1363 Armstrong Creek Rd, Marion, NC 28752

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 0 Muddy Creek Rd, Nebo, NC 28761

$134,900

Land6.45 acres (lot)

0 Muddy Creek Rd, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 891 E Court St, Marion, NC 28752, 4 beds, 2 baths

$47,000

Land0.26 acre (lot)

891 E Court St, Marion, NC 28752

Property at Lot 14B,15B Sequoyah Cir, Marion, NC 28752

$20,000

Land1.09 acres (lot)

Lot 14B,15B Sequoyah Cir, Marion, NC 28752

Property at Lot 75 Tayberry Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

$29,000

Land3.19 acres (lot)

Lot 75 Tayberry Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 619 High Trail Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

$59,900

Land3.47 acres (lot)

619 High Trail Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 9999 Kestrel Ln, Black Mountain, NC 28711

$175,000

Land4.26 acres (lot)

9999 Kestrel Ln, Black Mountain, NC 28711

Property at TBD (Lot 40) Mount Mitchell Overlook, Spruce Pine, NC 28777

$136,900

Land1.35 acres (lot)

TBD (Lot 40) Mount Mitchell Overlook, Spruce Pine, NC 28777

Property at Lot 18-15 Waters Edge Dr Unit 18-15, Nebo, NC 28761

$20,000

Land1.00 acre (lot)

Lot 18-15 Waters Edge Dr Unit 18-15, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at V/L Lotus Dr #19, Nebo, NC 28761

$135,000

Land10.03 acres (lot)

V/L Lotus Dr #19, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at Lot 18 Deer Ridge Trl, Marion, NC 28572

$20,000

Land2.07 acres (lot)

Lot 18 Deer Ridge Trl, Marion, NC 28572

Property at 000 Forest Hill Dr, Marion, NC 28752

$80,000

Land6.00 acres (lot)

000 Forest Hill Dr, Marion, NC 28752

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

$500,000

Land6.95 acres (lot)

V/L Kathleen Park, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 468 Southern Way, Nebo, NC 28761

$29,900

Land1.27 acres (lot)

468 Southern Way, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 360 Harborside Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

$150,000

Land0.79 acre (lot)

360 Harborside Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 153 Kestrel Ln Unit T-64, Black Mountain, NC 28711

$110,000

Land2.61 acres (lot)

153 Kestrel Ln Unit T-64, Black Mountain, NC 28711

Property at V/L Riverview Forest Dr, Marion, NC 28752

$19,900

Land1.11 acres (lot)

V/L Riverview Forest 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 2873 Parker Padgett Rd, Old Fort, NC 28762

$315,000

Land44.47 acres (lot)

2873 Parker Padgett 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 476 Southern Way, Nebo, NC 28761

$29,900

Land1.25 acres (lot)

476 Southern Way, Nebo, NC 28761

$125,000

Land4.42 acres (lot)

101 Jill Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at V/L Heartwood Dr #133, Marion, NC 28752

$39,500

Land2.18 acres (lot)

V/L Heartwood Dr #133, Marion, NC 28752

Property at Lots 21-A, 22-B Quail Dr, Marion, NC 28752

$25,000

Land1.25 acres (lot)

Lots 21-A, 22-B Quail Dr, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 155 Big View Dr #155, Marion, NC 28752

$56,600

Land3.54 acres (lot)

155 Big View Dr #155, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 802 Marina Dr #3, Nebo, NC 28761

$425,000

Land1.46 acres (lot)

802 Marina Dr #3, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 71 Kestrel Ln Unit C-8, Black Mountain, NC 28711

$85,000

Land1.65 acres (lot)

71 Kestrel Ln Unit C-8, Black Mountain, NC 28711

Property at 000 Miller Ave, Marion, NC 28752

$79,000

Land1.74 acres (lot)

000 Miller Ave, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 2229 Old Highway 10 Hwy, Nebo, NC 28761

$99,900

Land10.10 acres (lot)

2229 Old Highway 10 Hwy, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 00 Stockton Rd, Marion, NC 28752

$75,000

Land2.51 acres (lot)

00 Stockton Rd, Marion, NC 28752

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Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of Thu Oct 01 2026. 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.

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