522 Old Us 70 Highway,Old Fort, NC 28762
Old Fort, NC 28762
Description
Love hiking, biking, or just being outside? This one's for you. Located just outside city limits. Short-term rental friendly. This home is set up for easy living and/ or easy income potential. The main level offers one-floor living with simple, no-step access. Inside you'll find granite counters and plenty of cabinet space in the kitchen, warm wood floors and a cozy wood stove in the living room, three bedrooms, a full bath, plus a half bath with laundry, and a bonus room for whatever you need office, gym, playroom, you name it. Outside, the large private backyard is ready for whatever you have in mind gardens, entertaining, expansion, or all three. There's already an established mix of kiwi, apple, berries, willow, and even banana plants for the gardeners out there. Relax on the covered front or back porch, park under the detached carport, or make use of the insulated, workshop w/ electric a great space for projects, storage, or a home business. For the outdoor crowd, you're right on the Fonta Flora Trail, minutes from Point Lookout, Bernard Mountain, and Kitsuma Bottom (about 2 miles away), and close to Camp Grier, Catawba Falls, Curtis Creek, and Heartbreak Ridge. Mill Creek, a stocked trout stream, is just across the road. And for peace of mind this home is not in a flood zone and did not flood during Hurricane Helene. No HOA, no known zoning restrictions, and no dues just flexibility to use it as a rental, a full-time home, or your own personal retreat. Easy access to I-40 makes commuting simple too. Come see it for yourself this is a rare combination of comfort, location, and opportunity.
Details
| MLS # | 4369117 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1937 |
| Days On Site | 139 |
| Listing Provided By | Greybeard Realty Old Fort Office | Jeannie Conner |
Features
| Bed(s) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 2 Total |
| SQ Feet | 1,109 |
| Car Port | Yes |
| Story(s) | 1 |
| Zoning | None |
| Acreage | 0.61 |
Interior
| Cooling | Heat Pump |
|---|---|
| Heating | Heat Pump, Wood Stove |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Fire Pit, Storage |
|---|---|
| Roof | Metal |
| Construction Materials | Vinyl |
| Foundation Details | Crawl Space |
| Lot Features | Cleared, Orchard(s), Level |
Parking
| Garage Yes / No | No |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Detached Carport |
Utilities
| Utilities | Electricity Connected, Wired Internet Available |
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Other
| List Aor | Land of The Sky Association of Realtors |
|---|
Taxes
| Property | 153580 |
|---|
Area Information
| State | NC |
|---|---|
| County | McDowell |
| City | Old Fort |
| Zip Code | 28762 |
| Area | McDowell |
| School District | Unspecified |
| Elementary School | Unspecified |
| High School | Unspecified |
| Listing VS Median (in 28762) | |
Price: $299,000 low | high Med: $485,000 sqft: 1,109 low | high Med: 1,597 $ / sqft: $270 low | high Med: $314 On site: 139 low | high Med: 118.5 | |
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| State | NC |
|---|---|
| County | McDowell |
| City | Old Fort |
| Zip Code | 28762 |
| Area | McDowell |
| School District | Unspecified |
| Elementary School | Unspecified |
| High School | Unspecified |
| Listing VS Median (in 28762) | |
Price: $299,000 low | high Med: $485,000 sqft: 1,109 low | high Med: 1,597 $ / sqft: $270 low | high Med: $314 On site: 139 low | high Med: 118.5 | |
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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