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

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Waterfront Home for sale in McDowell County, NC:
Welcome to 53 Crescent Ridge Lane in the sought-after gated community of Grandview Peaks—where extraordinary long-range views of the South Mountains create the perfect Western NC retreat. This thoughtfully designed 2-bedroom, 2-bath mountain home offers a spacious and inviting open great room with a beautiful stone fireplace, soaring ceilings, and large windows that flood the space with natural light while perfectly framing the surrounding mountain ranges. The well-appointed kitchen features ample cabinetry and flows seamlessly into the dining area, creating an ideal layout for everyday living and entertaining. A loft overlooking the great room is currently used as a bedroom, but it&r

$609,000

2 beds2 baths1,575 sq ft

53 Crescent Ridge Ln, Nebo, NC 28761

Gated community • Screened-in porch • Private lake

ABOUT THIS HOME
Waterfront Home for sale in McDowell County, NC:
Motivated Seller! Appraised way higher than asking. This extraordinary 50-acre homestead is pure magic — where cascading waterfalls, sweeping winter views(could be year round easily), and ridgeline horizons create a setting you’ll never want to leave. With over 20 acres of level to gently sloping lightly wooded land, the possibilities are endless: envision your own private farm, a family retreat, or a collection of mountain hideaways. Two sun-drenched homesites already await you, complete with underground electricity in place. The well-kept manufactured home is warm and inviting, featuring handcrafted woodwork, an open-concept layout, a center island kitchen, and a charming buil

$550,000

3 beds2 baths1,400 sq ft

170 Midnight Sun Ln, Old Fort, NC 28762

50 acre homestead • Cascading waterfalls • Two homesites

ABOUT THIS HOME
Waterfront 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
Waterfront Home for sale in McDowell County, NC:
If you are looking for a peaceful, picturesque property close to town, this is it! Generously sized, covered front porch with Mountain views. This property is mostly surrounded by trees, with a field perfect for a garden, or free range chickens! This home has been lovingly updated to suit modern needs, or perfect for those requiring single level living, with a full height walkout basement below perfect for a workout space, shop, or just extra storage. Three bedrooms, three full bathrooms, including two bedroom suites on opposite sides of the house for great separation! This home is move in ready, or a perfect canvas for your final touches if you choose.

$375,000

3 beds3 baths2,077 sq ft

942 Hicks Chapel Loop, Marion, NC 28752

Covered front porch • Surrounded by trees • Mountain views

ABOUT THIS HOME
Waterfront Home for sale in McDowell County, NC:
Discover timeless mountain charm in this beautifully crafted log cabin, nestled within the sought-after Grandview Peaks community. Designed for comfort and connection, the main level welcomes you with soaring ceilings, expansive windows that frame breathtaking mountain views, rich hardwood floors, and an open-concept layout ideal for entertaining. The spacious eat-in kitchen flows seamlessly into the living and dining areas, while the primary suite offers privacy and luxury with an en suite bath, walk in closet and direct access to a covered deck overlooking the Blue Ridge horizon. Upstairs, two generously sized bedrooms, a full bath, and a loft provide additional space for guests or family

$799,000

3 beds3.5 baths2,931 sq ft

53 Osprey Ln, Nebo, NC 28761

Covered deck • Primary suite • Finished basement

Property at 114 Orchard St, Old Fort, NC 28762, 2 beds, 2 baths

$299,000

2 beds2 baths1,092 sq ft

114 Orchard St, Old Fort, NC 28762

Property at 68 Jill Dr, Nebo, NC 28761, 3 beds, 4 baths

$685,000

3 beds4 baths3,411 sq ft

68 Jill Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 29 E Mitchell St, Old Fort, NC 28762, 3 beds, 2 baths

$169,000

3 beds2 baths980 sq ft

29 E Mitchell St, Old Fort, NC 28762

Property at 14 Lake View Dr N, Marion, NC 28752, 3 beds, 1 bath

$305,000

3 beds1 bath1,026 sq ft

14 Lake View Dr N, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 70 Misty Mountain Dr #5, Nebo, NC 28761, 3 beds, 2 baths

$229,900

3 beds2 baths1,064 sq ft

70 Misty Mountain Dr #5, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 90 High Lake Dr, Nebo, NC 28761, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$880,000

4 beds3.5 baths2,921 sq ft

90 High Lake Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

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

$559,000

2 beds2 baths1,373 sq ft

106 Lake Terrace Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 94 Osprey Roost Dr, Nebo, NC 28761, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$1,449,900

4 beds3.5 baths3,177 sq ft

94 Osprey Roost Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 0 Lower Krajenke Rd Unit /Upper Krajenke Dr, Marion, NC 28752, 8 beds, 5 baths

$185,000

8 beds5 baths1,143 sq ft

0 Lower Krajenke Rd Unit /Upper Krajenke Dr, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 60 Wildflower Ln, Old Fort, NC 28762, 3 beds, 3 baths

$669,000

3 beds3 baths1,843 sq ft

60 Wildflower Ln, Old Fort, NC 28762

Property at 70 Cascades Dr S, Nebo, NC 28761, 3 beds, 2 baths

$299,000

3 beds2 baths1,400 sq ft

70 Cascades Dr S, Nebo, NC 28761

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 141 N Madison St, Marion, NC 28752, 6 beds, 3.5 baths

$487,500

6 beds3.5 baths2,800 sq ft

141 N Madison St, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 2305 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC 28752, 3 beds, 1 bath

$269,900

3 beds1 bath1,104 sq ft

2305 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 1595 Grants Mountain Rd, Marion, NC 28752, 2 beds, 2.5 baths

$599,000

2 beds2.5 baths1,800 sq ft

1595 Grants Mountain Rd, Marion, 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 16 Osborn Knob Rd, Little Switzerland, NC 28749, 3 beds, 2 baths

$650,000

3 beds2 baths1,500 sq ft

16 Osborn Knob Rd, Little Switzerland, NC 28749

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 265 Grandview Peaks Dr, Nebo, NC 28761, 3 beds, 3 baths

$799,500

3 beds3 baths2,744 sq ft

265 Grandview Peaks Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 1795 Mckenzie Way N #505, Old Fort, NC 28762, 2 beds, 2 baths

$422,000

2 beds2 baths1,482 sq ft

1795 Mckenzie Way N #505, Old Fort, NC 28762

Property at 116 Kings Glen Rd, Old Fort, NC 28762, 3 beds, 2 baths

$275,000

3 beds2 baths1,456 sq ft

116 Kings Glen Rd, Old Fort, NC 28762

Property at 280 Hidden Lake Pkwy, Nebo, NC 28761, 3 beds, 3.5 baths

$750,000

3 beds3.5 baths2,351 sq ft

280 Hidden Lake Pkwy, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 1347 Scenic Vista Dr, Nebo, NC 28761, 2 beds, 2 baths

$499,999

2 beds2 baths1,531 sq ft

1347 Scenic Vista Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 573 Uptons Landing Rd #79, Marion, NC 28752, 3 beds, 1 bath

$233,900

3 beds1 bath1,344 sq ft

573 Uptons Landing Rd #79, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 16 Rumfelt Dr, Marion, NC 28752, 1 bed, 1 bath

$125,000

1 bed1 bath858 sq ft

16 Rumfelt Dr, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 26 Lakeview Trl, Nebo, NC 28761, 2 beds, 3.5 baths

$599,500

2 beds3.5 baths2,177 sq ft

26 Lakeview Trl, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 288 Long Ridge Rd, Old Fort, NC 28762, 4 beds, 3 baths

$610,000

4 beds3 baths2,686 sq ft

288 Long Ridge Rd, Old Fort, NC 28762

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 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 1174 Apple Ln, Spruce Pine, NC 28777, 2 beds, 2 baths

$312,500

2 beds2 baths1,353 sq ft

1174 Apple Ln, Spruce Pine, NC 28777

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 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 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 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 459 Old Yellow Mountain Rd, Marion, NC 28752, 2 beds, 1 bath

$699,000

2 beds1 bath825 sq ft

459 Old Yellow Mountain Rd, Marion, NC 28752

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Waterfront Homes for Sale in McDowell County

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