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$40,000
4427451 MLS
Views!! Views!! Private and easily buildable 3 acres in the foothills with sweeping long range views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Large gently sloped area located in the center of the property gives you a private build site with a wooded buffer between you and the neighboring lot. Potential for a nice yard with space for outdoor living areas and out buildings. Gated log cabin community where residents enjoy access to a private lake, swimming pool and hiking trails. As the leaves drop in early November you will be able to see the expansive mountain views standing on the lot and instantly know: this is where I want my house. Located at the back of the community with no through traffic, Meditation Ridge is for those seeking a peaceful retreat from the rest of the world. 15 minutes to a general store, 25 minutes to a grocery store in Marion, 30 minutes to Morganton and Rutherfordton, 40 minutes to Black Mountain, 50 minutes to Asheville, 1.5 hours to Boone. Adjoining 4 acres also for sale MLS# 4427447.

19 Meditation Ridge Drive, Nebo

$40,000
4427447 MLS
Views!! Views!! Private and easily buildable 4 acres in the foothills with sweeping long range views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Potential for multiple homes. Very large gently sloped area located in the center of the property gives you a private build site with a wooded buffer between you and the neighboring lot. Potential for a nice yard with space for outdoor living areas and out buildings. The lower part of the property is level. Gated log cabin community where residents enjoy access to a private lake, swimming pool and hiking trails. As the leaves drop in early November you will be able to see the expansive mountain views standing on the lot and instantly know: this is where I want my house. Located at the back of the community with no through traffic, Meditation Ridge is for those seeking a peaceful retreat from the rest of the world. 15 minutes to a general store, 25 minutes to a grocery store in Marion, 30 minutes to Morganton and Rutherfordton, 40 minutes to Black Mountain, 50 minutes to Asheville, 1.5 hours to Boone. Adjoining 3 acres also for sale, MLS# 4427451.

113 Meditation Ridge Drive, Nebo

$50,000
4428254 MLS
Vacant Lot #26 offers an easily accessible, wooded homesite with a level building area and beautiful close-range views of the Linville Mountain range. Located within Pisgah Preserve, a 460-acre gated community thoughtfully designed with preservation in mind, residents enjoy more than 120 acres of dedicated open space, miles of walking trails, a community reading cabin, picnic shelter, fire pit, and horseshoe pit. This desirable rustic mountain community is conveniently located just minutes from Lake James, public boat ramps, a marina and restaurant, Paddy’s Creek State Park, and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Pisgah Preserve also adjoins Pisgah National Forest, offering incredible access to the natural beauty and recreation of Western North Carolina. Community infrastructure includes underground electric and fiber-optic lines, with roads constructed to NCDOT specifications. Optional design and build services are available. Private well and septic will be needed.

8520 Indian Trace, Nebo

$125,000
4426766 MLS
13 UNRESTRICTED ACRES WITH ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES! Here’s your chance to own a versatile tract of land in beautiful southern McDowell County with paved state-maintained road frontage on Vein Mountain Road. Whether you're looking for a private mountain homestead, family compound, investment property, or a place for your tiny home or mobile home, this property gives you the freedom to make your plans a reality. With several potential homesites, there’s plenty of room to spread out, build multiple homes, or simply enjoy the privacy of your own acreage. A creek runs along the southern end of the property, adding to the natural beauty and character of the land. No HOA and no restrictions mean more freedom and more possibilities! Bring your mobile home, tiny home, or house plans and create exactly what you've been looking for. Well and septic will be needed. 13± acres, paved road frontage, multiple potential homesites, creek frontage, and unrestricted use — properties with this much flexibility are hard to find. Come walk the property and see the possibilities for yourself!

V/L Vein Mountain Road, Nebo

$19,000
4427132 MLS
Discover the perfect place to build your dream home on this 1.46-acre parcel tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac in the desirable Forest Heights subdivision in Marion, NC. Enjoy beautiful scenic views in the fall and winter months and a peaceful setting surrounded by the natural beauty of the North Carolina mountains. When the trees are cut for development, year-round views may be possible. This spacious lot offers plenty of room to create your ideal home and outdoor living spaces. The cul-de-sac location provides a quieter setting with limited through traffic, while the property's convenient location puts you just a short drive from beautiful Lake James, offering opportunities for boating, fishing, swimming, hiking, and enjoying the outdoors. Whether you're ready to build your forever home, vacation home or looking for a beautiful piece of property in the Lake James area, this lot offers a wonderful combination of privacy, views, convenience, and mountain living. Build your dream home in a private gated subdivision minutes from the charming towns of Marion and Morganton. It is also listed below tax value!

TBD Trail Ridge Drive Unit #113, Marion

$489,000
4425783 MLS
32.26 Acres — Mackey Creek Rd & Lake Esterena Dr, Old Fort, NC No zoning. No restrictions. Rare find in McDowell County. 10 min to downtown Old Fort | 20 min to Black Mountain | 30 min to Asheville 500+ ft of level, flat frontage on paved, state-maintained Mackey Creek Road, plus creek frontage. Perfect for your farm, development, investment or private estate. This blank canvas is ready for you. Electricity onsite. 1,800+ ft of wooded frontage on Lake Esterena Drive (private, gravel). City water available in this area but call county to confirm. Existing barn — suited to studio, farmers market, or ag use but not suitable for a primary residence. Contact the county with building questions. Views from this property include the 27,845-acre Pisgah National Forest. 5 minutes from Old Fort's trail network and 11,728 acres of adjacent game lands (biking, hiking, fishing, hunting). No zoning or deed restrictions mean flexibility for residential, agricultural, or commercial use — contact McDowell County for guidance on your specific plans. AS-IS/ WHERE-IS. Buyers are responsible for any permits, inspections and other due diligence. There is a recorded survey on file.

144 Lake Esterena Drive Unit #NA, Old Fort

$2,249,000
4425728 MLS
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 Big Island on the south shore of the lake. Easy access into Marion for shopping and entertainment is just 10 minutes away. Asheville is just 45 minutes away. Nearby Pisgah NF, Lake James State Park and Fonta Flora State Trail provides miles of hiking and biking trails.

84 Peninsula Drive Unit #3, Marion

$22,500
4425100 MLS
Motivated Seller!! Perched up at the top of Forest Heights gated community on a cul-de-sac, this 2.79 acre homesite offers a rare blend of privacy, usability, and gorgeous mountain views as seen from the road in the photos. The property features both level and sloping terrain, giving you flexibility for home placement and outdoor living spaces. With selective tree clearing, you can open up the long range mountain views providing a stunning backdrop for your custom build. Enjoy paved road access and a setting that feels tucked away yet close to everything. A beautiful canvas ready for your vision in one of Marion’s most desirable gated communities. Located just minutes from Lake James and downtown Marion, 20 minutes to Morganton, and approximately 45 minutes to Asheville.

Lot 149 Big View Drive, Marion

$250,000
4422814 MLS
Views!! Views!! Two year-round flowing creeks and a waterfall. This private, unrestricted 12 acre tract adjoins Pisgah National Forest at Linville Gorge Wilderness. It has been known locally as The Island for generations due to most of the property being elevated between two creeks with stunning long range views of the Black Mountains, the highest elevation points in the Eastern United States. All photos of the views were taken standing on the ground at the build site. Clear more trees and you'll have sweeping 180 degree west facing views. A level and extensive gently sloping build site is already cleared for you to envision your home. This property gets more interesting….It is accessed on paved roads that meander through a gated community. The community takes care of the roads, you pay them an annual road maintenance fee of $450. Once you arrive at the property you are NOT subject to the gated community restrictions, it falls under the county no zoning area. A paved driveway leads you to the ridgetop build site and then continues across the property to two creek side off grid cabins that the owners enjoyed for many years. An above ground 1,000 gallon propane tank sits next to the cabins that can be powered by a generator. The cabins will need some updating and are being sold as is. Excellent for use as a hunting camp, homestead, private mountain getaway or vacation rental property. Seller would prefer a cash deal or partial seller financing. Centrally located between Boone (40 minutes) and Asheville (50 minutes), and only 30 minutes to the ski resorts in the high country, 25 minutes to Lake James, and 10 minutes to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Linville Falls, and Linville Falls Winery. Call today for your showing of this most unique land tract.

318 Sequoyah Circle, Marion

$110,000
4383986 MLS
Extraordinary opportunity in the upscale Creston gated community in Black Mountain! This serene mountain enclave offers well-maintained roads, extensive hiking trails, and an impressive clubhouse situated at the neighborhood's peak. Nestled amidst the protected lands of Pisgah National Forest and the Foothills Land Conservancy, Creston provides a natural haven for residents. This lot is perfect for a private home or rental investment. Enjoy ultimate privacy with protected land on three sides. This property is a rare find in a community where 50% of the land is dedicated to conservation. Amenities include a Community Center, Fitness Center, pocket parks, dog park, hiking trails, Triple Falls Sanctuary, paved roads, and high-speed internet.

153 Kestrel Lane Unit #T-64, Black Mountain

$175,000
4383989 MLS
Extraordinary opportunity in the upscale Creston gated community in Black Mountain! This serene mountain enclave offers well-maintained roads, extensive hiking trails, and an impressive clubhouse situated at the neighborhood's peak. Nestled amidst the protected lands of Pisgah National Forest and the Foothills Land Conservancy, Creston provides a natural haven for residents. This combined lot features up to 3 build pads, perfect for a private home, rental investment, or a family compound. Enjoy ultimate privacy with protected land on three sides. Priced together at $224,000, this property is a rare find in a community where 50% of the land is dedicated to conservation. Amenities include a Community Center, Fitness Center, pocket parks, dog park, hiking trails, Triple Falls Sanctuary, paved roads, and high-speed internet.

9999 Kestrel Lane, Black Mountain

$85,000
4383960 MLS
Extraordinary opportunity in the upscale Creston gated community in Black Mountain! This serene mountain enclave offer well-maintained roads, extensive hiking trails, and an impressive clubhouse situated at the neighborhood's peak. Nestled amidst the protected lands of Pisgah National Forest and the Foothills Land Conservancy, Creston provides a natural haven for residents. This lot is perfect for a private home or rental investment. Enjoy ultimate privacy with protected land on three sides. This property is a rare find in a community where 50% of the land is dedicated to conservation. Amenities include a Community Center, Fitness Center, pocket parks, dog park, hiking trails, Triple Falls Sanctuary, paved roads, and high-speed internet.

71 Kestrel Lane Unit #C-8, Black Mountain

$66,900
4423488 MLS
Discover a beautiful 1.48 acre homesite in The Arbor at Lake James, offering mature trees, more than 120 feet of road frontage, long range views, and seasonal mountain scenery. The lot begins with a gentle slope near the road, creating a generous and usable area for a future home, driveway, and outdoor living spaces. Mature hardwoods provide privacy and a peaceful wooded setting, while the terrain becomes steeper toward the rear of the property, adding natural separation and character. One of the highlights of Lot 26 12 is its view potential. Long range views extend beyond the surrounding trees, with even more pronounced mountain views during the winter months. A thoughtfully positioned home could take advantage of these sightlines with large windows, porches, or decks designed to enjoy the surrounding landscape. With ample road frontage and a favorable building area near the front portion of the lot, buyers have flexibility when planning their future home. Selective clearing could help open the views while preserving the natural canopy and privacy that make the property so appealing. Located in The Arbor, an established community near Lake James, this homesite offers a quiet setting surrounded by the natural beauty of Western North Carolina. Whether you are planning a full time residence or a mountain retreat, Lot 26 12 provides an excellent opportunity to create a home that feels connected to the woods, the mountains, and the Lake James lifestyle. Bring your builder, walk the property, and imagine the possibilities this scenic homesite has to offer.

256 Beacon Ridge Drive Unit #26-12, Nebo

$500,000
4423425 MLS
Great opportunity inside City limits for a multitude of possibilities. This property was historically part of the Cross Cotton Mill properties during the "hay-day" of the textile industry of NC. The surrounding community was housing owned by the Mill for their employees and this property was the Park they provided for the workers and their families. The recreation area had a baseball field, a tennis court and pool for the families of Cross Mill. Bring life back to a once vibrant area that is nostalgic for so many. New construction is taking place as well as many homes being renovated. Re-create the former life with amenities for a multi-family complex or small single-family community or construct warehousing, storage, or other commercial or industrial endeavors. Neighboring properties were once Drexel Heritage and Broyhill Furniture. The Drexel site has been envisioned by the City as Drexel Village at Marion Station; a mixed-use development to be enjoyed by residents and visitors alike if the proposed passenger train service returns to western NC to carry passengers along the Norfolk Southern rail from Salisbury to Asheville. Rezoning IS a possibility.

V/L Kathleen Park, Marion

$1,599,900
4411117 MLS
Exceptional farm and land just minutes to I-40 with no restrictions. Approximately 24 acres of gently laying fields for a variety of crops. Wooded knoll offers ideal spots for a couple of houses. Property has been operated successfully as commercial agriculture farm featuring extensive, very high quality improvements. Two 4,000 s.f. specialized/automated greenhouses (heated) and featuring full light darkening controls allowing multiple crop yields in one season. A 2,000 s.f. metal building with concrete slab floor with two 12' roll up doors with two 12' x 12' walk in coolers ideal for crops and grapes. A 7,200 s.f. clear span steel warehouse on slab floor with four 12' roll up doors ideal for equipment/shop, includes two large heated/cooled office spaces. A propagating greenhouse/hoophouse. A 1,200 s.f. pole barn in good condition for tractor storage. Large tool barn built in 2016. Three phase power. The fields have been cover cropped for years and provide nutrient rich soil. Crooked Creek is one property line which provides abundant natural irrigation options. The property is ideal for continued agricultural use or residential development or perhaps a heavy equipment business utilizing the large clear span metal buildings with their large roll up doors and three phase electrical service. Paved road frontage on two places on Silvers Welch means you have options for development. ONLY financially qualified can tour the property after presenting proof of funds. Minimum 48 hours notice for showings and Listing Agent must attend. Do NOT enter the property without an appointment. Current tenant has ongoing business and no one is allowed to be unaccompanied.

1891 Silvers Welch Road, Old Fort

$255,000
4421476 MLS
Discover the possibilities with this 17 acre unrestricted property in Nebo! Whether you're looking for the perfect place to build your dream home, create a private mountain retreat, or simply invest in a beautiful piece of Western North Carolina, this property offers plenty of opportunity. With no HOA and no restrictions, you have the flexibility to bring your vision to life. The property offers paved, 0.2 miles of state-maintained road frontage along Drucilla Church Road, providing convenient access while still offering the space and privacy that acreage provides. The mix of open and wooded areas shown throughout the property provides a great setting for a homesite, recreational use, gardening, horses, or a private estate. With 17 acres to make your own, this is a wonderful opportunity for anyone searching for unrestricted land with room to grow. Bring your plans and come see all the potential this property has to offer!

817 Drucilla Church Road, Nebo

$37,500
4397814 MLS
Discover your private mountain retreat on this 2.66-acre double lot situated within the gated community of Gateway Mountain. This property offers exceptional privacy, mature trees, sloped topography suitable for a daylight basement or multi-level home design with winter views at an elevation of 2,000–2,500 feet. Nestled inside a 3,000-acre nature preserve and wildlife sanctuary, the Gateway Mountain community provides residents with private access to Lake George for fishing and kayaking, Standing Rock Waterfall Park, a trout pond, picnic areas, and miles of hiking trails. This Western NC land offers ideal flexibility for a custom primary residence, a second home, or a short-term rental investment property. The lot is accessed via privately maintained roads. Located in McDowell County, this property offers a quiet mountain sanctuary while remaining conveniently close to downtown Old Fort, Black Mountain, and less than 30 miles east of Asheville. Showings by Appointment Only!!

000 Mckenzie N Way Unit #588&589, Old Fort

$179,000
4422048 MLS
15 unrestricted acres in the beautiful foothills of Western North Carolina! This wooded lot lays well and offers plenty of possibilities for your future home. With no restrictions, bring your mobile home, modular, or build the home you’ve always dreamed of. The property has been freshly surveyed, making it easy to identify the property lines. the process of installing a well and septic system will be needed. Looking for an easier path to homeownership? The seller is also willing to offer a land-home package with a mobile home on this property with a signed contract. Call for additional details and available options. Enjoy the privacy and freedom of unrestricted land while taking in the beauty of the Western North Carolina foothills. Whether you're looking for a permanent residence, mountain getaway, or a place to put your new home, this property offers plenty of potential. Come take a look and make it yours!

420 Southern Way, Nebo

$29,900
4422044 MLS
1.27 unrestricted acres in the beautiful foothills of Western North Carolina! This wooded lot lays well and offers plenty of possibilities for your future home. With no restrictions, bring your mobile home, modular, or build the home you’ve always dreamed of. The property has been freshly surveyed, making it easy to identify the property lines. The seller is currently in the process of installing a road to provide access to this lot and the adjoining lots. A well and septic system will be needed. Looking for an easier path to homeownership? The seller is also willing to offer a land-home package with a mobile home on this property with a signed contract. Call for additional details and available options. Enjoy the privacy and freedom of unrestricted land while taking in the beauty of the Western North Carolina foothills. Whether you're looking for a permanent residence, mountain getaway, or a place to put your new home, this property offers plenty of potential. Come take a look and make it yours!

468 Southern Way, Nebo

$29,900
4422042 MLS
1.25 unrestricted acres in the beautiful foothills of Western North Carolina! This wooded lot lays well and offers plenty of possibilities for your future home. With no restrictions, bring your mobile home, modular, or build the home you’ve always dreamed of. The property has been freshly surveyed, making it easy to identify the property lines. The seller is currently in the process of installing a road to provide access to this lot and the adjoining lots. A well and septic system will be needed. Looking for an easier path to homeownership? The seller is also willing to offer a land-home package with a mobile home on this property with a signed contract. Call for additional details and available options. Enjoy the privacy and freedom of unrestricted land while taking in the beauty of the Western North Carolina foothills. Whether you're looking for a permanent residence, mountain getaway, or a place to put your new home, this property offers plenty of potential. Come take a look and make it yours!

472 Southern Way, Nebo

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