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$99,500

Nebo, NC 28761
Listed by Katherine Todd · EXP Realty LLC
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About this home

Dreaming of space, privacy, and mountain living near Lake James? These two beautifully wooded lots total 5.25 acres in the gated community of The Arbor at Lake James—the largest combined parcel currently available! This land has already been soil-scientist approved for a 5-bedroom septic system, making it perfect for your custom estate, vacation getaway, or multigenerational retreat. Just minutes from lake access, hiking, and downtown Marion, you’ll enjoy the best of both nature and convenience. Even better—Spectrum fiber optic internet is being installed now, bringing high-speed service to your future home. Rare lot, incredible potential—come walk it and fall in love!

Property details

MLS #
CAR4201860
Property type
Lot
Subdivision
The Arbor at Lake James
Status
Active
Days on market
557
On market date
November 19, 2024
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

Elementary
Nebo Elementary School
1.61 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
3.87 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
5.11 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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$19,900 down
$79,600 loan
Principal & interest$516
Property tax (est.)$83
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated May 30, 2026.

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.