1208 Forest Lake Heights Drive

Nebo, NC
$ 399,000 Beds 3 Baths 2.5 Sq 1,707
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Step back in time with this extra cozy cabin retreat at Lake James in Nebo. Originally built over 100 years ago and thoughtfully expanded in 1980, this home blends historic charm with comfort. Enjoy tranquil lake views and easy water access via the neighborhood boat ramp. The cabin features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, a main living room, a great screened-in porch for relaxing, and a nice basement family room. Plus, there is a big storage room perfect for all your fun lake accessories. This is the quintessential cozy lake getaway you've been waiting for!

Single Family

  • Price
  • $ 399,000
  • City
  • Nebo
  • Bedrooms
  • 3
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 2
  • County
  • MCDOWELL
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 1
  • Area
  • McDowell County
  • Lot Size
  • 0.32 Acres
  • Zip
  • 28761
  • Sqr Footage
  • 1,707
  • Year Built
  • 1980
  • Style
  • Cabin
  • MLS#
  • 4391065
Listed By: Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Freestone Properties; chloeandhope.team@allentate.com
Data Source: Canopy MLS

Features

General

Living Area 1707
Sewer Septic Installed
Heating Heat Pump
Cooling Heat Pump
Appliances Dishwasher,Electric Oven,Electric Range,Washer/Dryer
HOA Fee 275
Architectural Style Cabin
Construction Materials Vinyl,Wood
Year Built 1980
View Water
Levels One and One Half
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Parcel Number 1723-00-67-0291
Waterfront Features Other - See Remarks
Community Features Lake Access
Assoc Fee Paid Per Annually
County McDowell
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
HOA Yes
Subdivision Name Forest Lake Heights
Garage Y/N No
Full Baths 2
Directions From Asheville: Follow I40 to exit 81 toward Marion. Use the left lane to take the ramp to Sugar Hill Rd. Continue on Sugar Hill Rd. Take US-70 E and Memorial Park Rd to Forest Lake Heights Dr. Turn
High School McDowell
City Nebo
Body of Water Lake James
Association Name Forest Lake Heights HOA
Senior Community Y/N No
Lot Size Units Acres
Carport Y/N No
Elementary School Nebo
Middle/Junior High School East Junior High
Additional Parcels Y/N No
Standard Status Active
CAR_HOASubjectTo Optional
Construction Type Site Built
Tax Assessed Value 206820
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional

Interior Features

Basement Exterior Entry,Finished,Storage Space
Fireplace Features Family Room,Gas Log
Basement (Y/N) Yes
Fireplace Y/N Yes
Above Grade Finished Area 1061
Half Baths 1
Laundry Features In Basement
Total Bedrooms 3
Below Grade Finished Area 646
Total Baths 3
SqFt Main 649
SqFt Upper 412

Exterior Features

Parking Features Driveway
Water Source Well
Lot Size Area 0.32
Foundation Details Basement
Road Surface Type Gravel,Paved
Road Responsibility Private Maintained Road
Main Level Garage YN No

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Hickory, NC office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Nebo Elementary School
Middle School East Junior High
High School McDowell High School

Price History

6/8/2026 Listed $425,000
8/27/2026 7% - $399,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 28761

Price
AVG $1.07M
$400K
Year Built
AVG 2006
1980
Visits
AVG 277
50
Data Provided by Inside Real Estate®

1208 Forest Lake Heights Drive Nebo, NC is a Single Family Home for sale at $399000 with 1707 sqft and a lot size of 0.32 Acres Acre(s). 1208 Forest Lake Heights Drive Nebo has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and was built in 1980. The property's zip code is 28761 which is in Nebo, NC

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