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

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Waterfront Home for sale in McDowell County, NC:
This private, 3 bedroom/ 2 bath single-level, barndo-style mountain home in Old Fort, NC blends rustic comfort with Blue Ridge charm. Enjoy long-range mountain and Lake Lure views, dark skies for stargazing, and all four seasons and the views they bring. A covered entry opens to the great room. A covered breezeway connects the main home to the recreation room. It’s also a favorite spot for morning coffee and hummingbird watching. The recreation room has an insulated see-through garage door that brings the outdoors in, stained concrete floors, and rustic metal ceilings. It’s a perfect space for pool, games, or entertaining, though playing pool is hard when the view is staring at

$850,000

3 beds2 baths2,292 sq ft

54 Winning Way #553, Old Fort, NC 28762

Covered breezeway • Recreation room • Covered entry

NEW CONSTRUCTION

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Waterfront Home for sale in McDowell County, NC:
Lake James & Linville Gorge Views + Boat Slip! Deeded slip #11 comes with this TO-BE-BUILT single-level home: 2,364 heated sq ft, 3 BR, 3.5 BA, vaulted great room with wall of glass and propane fireplace, 10-ft ceilings, open kitchen with island, walk-in pantry, primary suite with walk-in closet, mud room, attached 2-car garage and 384 sq ft covered rear porch with views of Shortoff Mountain and Table Rock. Hardie siding with stone accents, heat pump/central air, electric range, propane tankless water heater, concrete driveway. Shovel-ready 0.69-acre homesite: HOA approval, engineered grading plan, survey, 4-bedroom septic/well permit. Semi-custom finishes for early buyers. Est. compl

$1,799,000

3 beds3.5 baths2,364 sq ft

691 Harborside Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Lake james views • Linville gorge views • Vaulted great room

ABOUT THIS HOME
Waterfront Home for sale in McDowell County, NC:
BEING SOLD AS IS TO SETTLE ESTATE. BLOCK AND STUCCO ON . 237 ACRES WITH CITY WATER AND SEWER. HAS GREAT POTENTIAL AS A FLIP OR RENTAL. HAS MONITER HEAT ABOVE GROUND OIL TANK. ALL CONTENTS REMAIN. CASH OFFERS. ACCEPTED OFFER IS SUBJECT TOO 10 DAY UPSET.

$70,000

3 beds1 bath970 sq ft

144 Matilda Ave, Marion, NC 28752

0.24 acre lot • Built 1935 • Listed 14 days

ABOUT THIS HOME
Waterfront Home for sale in McDowell County, NC:
Exceptional custom-built residence overlooking the 4th hole of Marion Lake Club, where refined living, privacy, and breathtaking year-round golf course views come together in a truly remarkable setting. Built in 2021, this impressive 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath home offers the feel of a nearly new luxury retreat, thoughtfully designed for both everyday living and gracious entertaining. Inside, spacious living areas are complemented by an exceptional bedroom layout designed with comfort and privacy in mind. Each bedroom is appointed as its own private suite with a dedicated en-suite bath, creating an elevated experience for family and overnight guests alike. The heated basement area, complete with a

$1,089,000

4 beds4.5 baths2,850 sq ft

651 Cemetery Rd, Nebo, NC 28761

Heated basement area • Mother-in-law suite • 4.29 acre lot

ABOUT THIS HOME
Waterfront Home for sale in McDowell County, NC:
Cozy Mountain Cabin with Creek Frontage, Mountain Views & Extensive Updates in Katy Creek Community! Don't miss this opportunity to own a cozy mountain cabin in the desirable Katy Creek Community! This has been a family cabin and has never been on a rental program, so it has been well cared for. Situated on 3.77 acres in southern McDowell County, this property offers beautiful mountain views, frontage along Muddy Creek, privacy, and the peaceful mountain lifestyle you've been looking for. Start your mornings on the spacious wraparound deck with a cup of coffee while taking in the mountain views and tranquil surroundings. The outdoor living spaces are perfect for relaxing, entertaining

$586,000

3 beds3 baths2,103 sq ft

242 Falling Creek Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Mother-in-law suite • Creek frontage • 3.77 acres

Property at 138 Gowan Pt #4, Marion, NC 28752, 3 beds, 2 baths

$949,000

3 beds2 baths1,937 sq ft

138 Gowan Pt #4, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 606 A Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC 28752, 7 beds, 4.5 baths

$599,900

7 beds4.5 baths3,923 sq ft

606 A Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC 28752

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 280 Haven Ridge Ln, Marion, NC 28752, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$407,900

3 beds2.5 baths1,683 sq ft

280 Haven Ridge Ln, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 261 Little Buck Creek Rd, Marion, NC 28752, 4 beds, 6.5 baths

$1,595,000

4 beds6.5 baths4,049 sq ft

261 Little Buck Creek Rd, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 287 Griggs Rd, Old Fort, NC 28762, 3 beds, 1 bath

$250,000

3 beds1 bath1,080 sq ft

287 Griggs Rd, Old Fort, NC 28762

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

$1,395,000

5 beds6 baths4,104 sq ft

334 Scenic Vista Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

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 432 & 422 E Main St, Old Fort, NC 28762, 5 beds, 3 baths

$605,000

5 beds3 baths1,270 sq ft

432 & 422 E Main St, Old Fort, NC 28762

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 155 Otter Waller Dr, Nebo, NC 28761, 4 beds, 5.5 baths

$2,650,000

4 beds5.5 baths4,012 sq ft

155 Otter Waller Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

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 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 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 257 Adirondack Trl #180, Nebo, NC 28761, 3 beds, 3 baths

$589,900

3 beds3 baths2,086 sq ft

257 Adirondack Trl #180, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 566 Nathan Mcdaniel Dr, Nebo, NC 28761, 3 beds, 3 baths

$589,500

3 beds3 baths1,860 sq ft

566 Nathan Mcdaniel Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 106 Lake Terrace Dr, Nebo, NC 28761, 2 beds, 2 baths

$529,000

2 beds2 baths1,367 sq ft

106 Lake Terrace Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 501 Lake Club Dr, Nebo, NC 28761, 3 beds, 4.5 baths

$1,700,000

3 beds4.5 baths3,938 sq ft

501 Lake Club Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 77 Dunn Trl, Nebo, NC 28761, 2 beds, 2 baths

$399,900

2 beds2 baths1,282 sq ft

77 Dunn Trl, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 96 Huntsville Rd, Marion, NC 28752, 2 beds, 1 bath

$275,000

2 beds1 bath1,704 sq ft

96 Huntsville Rd, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 705 Lake Club Dr, Nebo, NC 28761, 3 beds, 3.5 baths

$1,999,999

3 beds3.5 baths4,039 sq ft

705 Lake Club Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

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

$1,299,900

3 beds2.5 baths2,677 sq ft

6521 Lake James Rd, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 295 Idlewood Dr, Marion, NC 28752, 1 bed, 1.5 baths

$484,900

1 bed1.5 baths1,792 sq ft

295 Idlewood Dr, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 44 Ridgecrest Dr, Marion, NC 28752, 2 beds, 1 bath

$219,900

2 beds1 bath780 sq ft

44 Ridgecrest Dr, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 1208 Forest Lake Heights Dr, Nebo, NC 28761, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$399,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,707 sq ft

1208 Forest Lake Heights Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 20 Stony Crest Dr, Spruce Pine, NC 28777, 3 beds, 3.5 baths

$650,000

3 beds3.5 baths3,753 sq ft

20 Stony Crest Dr, Spruce Pine, NC 28777

Property at 49 Creekside Loop, Spruce Pine, NC 28777, 1 bed, 1 bath

$270,000

1 bed1 bath448 sq ft

49 Creekside Loop, Spruce Pine, NC 28777

Property at 23 Anchor Dr, Nebo, NC 28761, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$1,399,000

4 beds3.5 baths3,262 sq ft

23 Anchor Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 831 Lake Club Dr, Nebo, NC 28761, 2 beds, 3.5 baths

$1,490,000

2 beds3.5 baths3,060 sq ft

831 Lake Club Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 2488 Catawba Falls Pkwy, Black Mountain, NC 28711, 5 beds, 4.5 baths

$1,984,000

5 beds4.5 baths4,653 sq ft

2488 Catawba Falls Pkwy, Black Mountain, NC 28711

Property at 729 Bear Wallow Rd, Little Switzerland, NC 28749, 5 beds, 5 baths

$1,550,000

5 beds5 baths4,524 sq ft

729 Bear Wallow Rd, Little Switzerland, NC 28749

Property at 963 Double Eagle Dr, Nebo, NC 28761, 2 beds, 2 baths

$579,000

2 beds2 baths1,423 sq ft

963 Double Eagle Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 207 Lake Crest Dr #11, Nebo, NC 28761, 3 beds, 3 baths

$925,000

3 beds3 baths2,504 sq ft

207 Lake Crest Dr #11, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 159 Osprey Roost Dr, Nebo, NC 28761, 2 beds, 1.5 baths

$725,000

2 beds1.5 baths855 sq ft

159 Osprey Roost Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 745 Mossy Oak Trl, Nebo, NC 28761, 3 beds, 3.5 baths

$1,050,000

3 beds3.5 baths4,208 sq ft

745 Mossy Oak Trl, Nebo, NC 28761

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Waterfront Homes for Sale in McDowell County

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