Description
Imagine waking up to mountain light pouring through a two-story wall of windows, coffee in hand on your private deck, with over 3,000 acres of trails, ponds, and waterfalls just beyond your door. This custom cedar-sided home isn't just move-in ready it's an opportunity to build a legacy. Step inside to a bright, open living room anchored by a fireplace with an efficient woodstove insert, perfect for cozy mountain evenings. The updated kitchen is a chef's dream: custom cabinetry, leathered granite countertops, a gas range, and stainless appliances that make entertaining effortless. The main-floor primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with a walk-in shower, while three additional bedrooms and a full bath upstairs give everyone their own space. And then there's the basement a blank canvas with its own private entrance, ready to become a rec room, home office, or income-producing apartment. The possibilities are yours to shape. This isn't just a home it's a legacy property. With multiple individually deeded home sites, it's ideal for a family compound, a private retreat, or a smart investment (short-term rentals are welcome here). Set on a level, scenic yard with an attached 2-car garage, you'll have all the space you need, with room to expand. Beyond your gate, the Gateway community offers exclusive access to ponds, walking trails, waterfalls, and picnic areas all just steps from a 12,000-acre conservancy on its way to becoming protected state forest. Down the road, charming Old Fort serves up music jams, fishing, biking, and small-town warmth, all with easy access to I-40 for quick trips into town or beyond. Privacy, community, and endless potential this mountain gem has it all. Come see it before someone else calls it home.
Details
| MLS # | 4400236 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| HOA Dues | $1,407 |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1995 |
| Days On Site | 62 |
| Listing Provided By | Greybeard Realty Old Fort Office | Jeannie Conner |
Features
| Bed(s) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 4 Total |
| SQ Feet | 1,945 |
| Garage | 2 |
| Basement | Y |
| Story(s) | 1 |
| Zoning | RUR-HMST |
| Acreage | 6.50 |
Interior
| Cooling | Central Air |
|---|---|
| Heating | Heat Pump |
| Appliances | Other |
Exterior
| Roof | Composition |
|---|---|
| Construction Materials | Wood |
| Foundation Details | Basement, Stone |
| Lot Features | Cleared, Paved, Private, Creek/Stream, Wooded, Views |
Parking
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Attached Garage |
Utilities
| Utilities | Electricity Connected, Propane, Satellite Internet Available, Other - See Remarks |
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Other
| List Aor | Land of The Sky Association of Realtors |
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Taxes
| Property | 400050 |
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Area Information
| State | NC |
|---|---|
| County | McDowell |
| City | Old Fort |
| Zip Code | 28762 |
| Area | McDowell |
| Community Name | Gateway Mountain |
| School District | Unspecified |
| Elementary School | Unspecified |
| High School | Unspecified |
| Listing VS Median (in Gateway Mountain) | |
Price: $579,000 low | high Med: $647,000 sqft: 1,945 low | high Med: 2,207 $ / sqft: $298 low | high Med: $294 On site: 62 low | high Med: 102 | |
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| State | NC |
|---|---|
| County | McDowell |
| City | Old Fort |
| Zip Code | 28762 |
| Area | McDowell |
| Community Name | Gateway Mountain |
| School District | Unspecified |
| Elementary School | Unspecified |
| High School | Unspecified |
| Listing VS Median (in Gateway Mountain) | |
Price: $579,000 low | high Med: $647,000 sqft: 1,945 low | high Med: 2,207 $ / sqft: $298 low | high Med: $294 On site: 62 low | high Med: 102 | |
Listings courtesy of Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 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.
The Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998, 17 U.S.C. § 512 (the “DMCA”) provides recourse for copyright owners who believe that material appearing on the Internet infringes their rights under U.S. copyright law. If you believe in good faith that any content or material made available in connection with our website or services infringes your copyright, you (or your agent) may send us a notice requesting that the content or material be removed, or access to it blocked. Notices must be sent in writing by email to DMCAnotice@MLSGrid.com.
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