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$65,000

Nebo, NC 28761
Listed by David Grams · RE/MAX Southern Lifestyles
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About this home

Build your dream home in the gated community of The Arbor at Lake James. This 1.76-acre wooded homesite offers a private setting with potential mountain views and access to community amenities including lake access, walking trails, picnic areas, and a community boat slip. The lot features a sloped topography that may be suitable for a basement-style home, subject to buyer verification. Short-term rentals are permitted per community guidelines; buyer to confirm all restrictions and requirements. Conveniently located near Lake James with access to I-40, Marion, and Morganton, this property offers a balance of privacy and accessibility. HOA dues are reported by the seller to be approximately $990/year. Optional boat storage is reported to be approximately $185/year. Buyer to verify all HOA information, fees, restrictions, utilities, septic suitability, and building requirements. Address used for marketing purposes; official address has not been assigned.

Property details

MLS #
CAR4360022
Property type
Lot
Subdivision
The Arbor at Lake James
Status
Active
Days on market
14
On market date
March 20, 2026
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

Elementary
Nebo Elementary School
1.93 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
3.21 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
4.69 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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$13,000 down
$52,000 loan
Principal & interest$337
Property tax (est.)$54
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated April 4, 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.