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$125,000

Marion, NC 28761
Listed by Jeff Patterson · National Land Realty Central NC MLS LLC
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About this home

Prime Lake James Lot in The Arbor – Over 1 Acre with Boat Slip & Mountain Views Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a beautiful +/-1.12 acre lot in the Arbor at Lake James community. Perfectly laid for a homesite, this gently sloping property offers an ideal build site with seasonal mountain views and serene natural surroundings. Enjoy lake life at its best with your dedicated boat slip, giving you quick access to the pristine waters of Lake James. Whether you're building your dream home or a vacation rental, this lot offers incredible flexibility, short-term rentals are allowed, making it a great investment opportunity. The Arbor is a gated, private community with walking trails, a community pavilion, and underground utilities, all just a short drive to Morganton, Marion, and the Pisgah National Forest.

Property details

MLS #
CAR4288923
Property type
Lot
Subdivision
The Arbor at Lake James
Status
Active
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On market date
October 22, 2025
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

Elementary
Nebo Elementary School
2.37 mi away · Grades -1-5
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.3
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
352
Student:teacher ratio
14.1:1
District
McDowell County Schools
Middle
East McDowell Middle School
3.85 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
2.6
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: D (2025)
Enrollment
531
Student:teacher ratio
13.0:1
District
McDowell County Schools
High
McDowell Early College
5.49 mi away · Grades 9-13
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.8
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: A (2025)
Enrollment
254
Student:teacher ratio
23.1:1
District
McDowell County Schools

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$25,000 down
$100,000 loan
Principal & interest$649
Property tax (est.)$104
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated October 22, 2025.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.