The Arbor at Lake James Real Estate

One of the largest and grandest subdivisions on Lake James, The Arbor at Lake James is a beautifully-maintained neighborhood that promises a safe, secure, and stress-free environment where residents can engage socially while supporting and serving their local community. Along with manicured common areas and open spaces, there is very little noise and pollution, and you’re surrounded by some of the tallest mountains on the East Coast, including Mount Mitchell, Dobson’s Knob, and Shortoff which contributes to the overall sense of tranquility.

 The Arbor at Lake James is a covenant-protected community and offers a variety amenities including boat docks (with single and double boat slips available for slip owners and their guests that may be sold, rented, or exchanged with other landowners), gated community boat storage facility for boats and trailers, an electronic gated entrance, paved roads, nearby horse trails, and a lakefront pavilion used for community activities such as Happy Hours on Fridays, Chili Dinner each October and the Lake James Clean-up each Spring. This neighborhood truly has it all!

Below you will find currently available real estate for sale in The Arbor at Lake James development near Lake James in North Carolina. Create an account to save your favorite homes near The Arbor at Lake James and to receive email notifications when similar properties become available. Contact GreyBeard Realty to schedule a showing or if you have any questions. 

96 Winghaven Drive Nebo NC 28761

Nebo, NC96 Winghaven Drive

Price$39,000

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MLS Number CAR3837600

  • Land
  • Acreage 1.19
  • County McDowell

Huge price drop! Must walk out onto flat building zone and see this view. Sellers are ready to let this one go. You will not find another water view for this price on Lake James. Beautiful water and mountain views from this relatively flat building zone on a ridge line overlooking Lake James. Note the easy driveway access with road grade entry to the building area. Superior topography make this lot easier for building and a great choice for usable land and outdoor living space. The Arbor on Lake James is a gated community that allows short term rentals, includes a waterfront gathering area, hiking trails, and a secure RV and boat storage area. Community boatslips may be rented from other community members if you own property in The Arbor. All of this included with relatively low HOA and CCRs that protect the integrity of the community.

Listed by Fletcher Edens and Bryan Jones of Keller Williams Unified

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341 Dockside Drive Nebo NC 28761

Nebo, NC341 Dockside Drive

Price$1,570,000

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MLS Number CAR4009933

  • Residential
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathroom 4
  • Square Feet 3,729
  • Acreage 0.71

Everything you're looking for in a lake home! Lake, mountain and sunset views. Open layout is perfect for entertaining. Living area has free standing wood burning fireplace and views of the lake. Kitchen is spacious with abundant cabinetry, island seating, SS appliances and large dining area off the foyer. Two main level bedrooms, one with private bath and one adjacent to hall bath. The primary suite is on the upper level-very private with large wall of closets and a spacious sitting area. Finished space above the garage that can accommodate extra guests or be used for a gym, rec/movie room or office. Lower level has large family room and another room for additional sleeping quarters. Full walk in pantry/storage, extra refrigerator and laundry. Room to enjoy outside with main level deck, lower patio w/built in grill, outdoor shower and fire pit. Take a short walk to the gazebo, dock w/upper deck & additional floating sundeck. Great primary, secondary or investment property.

Listed by Polly Leadbetter of Engel & Volkers Foothills Lake James

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234 Harborside Drive Nebo NC 28761

Nebo, NC234 Harborside Drive

Price$1,645,000

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MLS Number CAR4006185

  • Residential
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathroom 4
  • Square Feet 3,651
  • Acreage 0.74

Coming Soon! Showings begin March 15,2023! Contemporary custom built Lake Front Home w level lot, Lake & Mountain views. Open airy floor plan,maple hardwoods throughout. Main floor features Great Room w soaring windows opening to 53' Trex deck, fireplace,Dining area, Kitchen w Meile appliances,Snaidero cabinets, quartz countertops,Laundry room, powder room. Main floor primary bedroom w fireplace,primary bath w dual vanities, walk in tiled shower & walk in closet. Upstairs features 2 add'l bedrooms,deck & full bath. Lower level w family room, bonus room w closet for office,crafts or gym all opening to covered patio, full bath & tons of storage. Easy walk to covered aluminum boat dock w lift. 2 heat pumps w gas pack & 4 zoned heating. Wheel chair accessible doors. 23 x 23 garage. Arbor at Lake James amenities include walking trails, pavilion w outdoor fireplace, grills, entertainment area, restrooms & dedicated boat/trailer storage area. Reasonable HOA dues Short term rentals allowed

Listed by Dianne Reihl of Engel & Volkers Foothills Lake James

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V/L 264 Forest Lake Drive Nebo NC 28761

Nebo, NCV/L 264 Forest Lake Drive

Price$49,500

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MLS Number CAR4000451

  • Land
  • Acreage 0.75
  • County McDowell

***Potential views*** Around the corner from waterfront properties. This interior .75-acre lot is nestled in the Arbor at Lake James gated community. Conducive to a walk-out basement home. Easy access to and from the main entrance. The Arbor is made up of beautiful trees, nature galore, wildlife, walking trails, and a community boat slip. Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of land in this community. Boat slips can be rented or bought from owners to owners.

Listed by Nicole Eso of GreyBeard Realty

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444 Dockside Drive Nebo NC 28761

Nebo, NC444 Dockside Drive

Price$54,900

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MLS Number CAR4001282

  • Land
  • Acreage 0.57
  • County McDowell

Deeded Boat Slip #31 with Great Interior lot located close to the rear gate. Sloped perfectly for a walkout basement and views of the lake and mountains. The lot is wooded for privacy and above road grade. Can be a vacation/2nd residence or your forever home! Well and septic needed. Priced well under tax value!! The Arbor has gated entrance, low HOA dues, a fenced boat/trailer parking area, community trails and community pavilion area with a huge stone fireplace, picnic tables and grills, and paved roads and underground utilities. Just minutes from Marion and I-40, or Morganton in the opposite direction. Owner financing available.

Listed by Allen Curtis of C Shane Cook & Associates

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39 High Trail Drive Nebo NC 28761

Nebo, NC39 High Trail Drive

Price$58,000

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MLS Number CAR4000626

  • Land
  • Acreage 3.77
  • County McDowell

Large 3.77 acre lot in private gated community on Lake James. This wooded lot sits between Larkhaven Drive and Turning Leaf Drive with multiple access points for a creative build site. Great location within the community to walk to the community pavilion, firepit and your own boat slip. Nearby you can walk the Fonta Flora Trails and visit the State Park. Easy access to Marion and Asheville. Short Term Rentals allowed.

Listed by Sarah Howell of Keller Williams Professionals

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Tbd High Trail Drive Nebo NC 28761

Nebo, NCTbd High Trail Drive

Price$50,000

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MLS Number CAR3939811

  • Land
  • Acreage 3.77
  • County McDowell

Don't want to afford a lakefront lot on Lake James? This is the answer to your dreams! Almost 4 wooded acres AND a deeded boat slip #74 at the community docks! Do not pay rent anymore for your boat to be docked on the lake! Expired perc test shows perfect placement of house. Walk along the roughed in drive to the homesite on the left. The Arbor offers neighborhood community area with fireplace and bathrooms, walking trails and boat storage. You are only 15 min to I-40, 10 min to Marion, minutes away from hiking and mountain biking on The Fonta Flora Trail. Only 1.5 hours to Charlotte, 1 hour to Asheville, you can have it all with the location of this lot! Build your own vacation home and have the ability to short term rent it when you are not there. Motivated seller and possible owner financing. Priced well below tax value.

Listed by Melissa Plemmons of EXP Realty LLC Ballantyne

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00 Sycamore Drive Nebo NC 28761

Nebo, NC00 Sycamore Drive

Price$33,900

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MLS Number CAR3939641

  • Land
  • Acreage 1.81
  • County McDowell

Welcome to the Arbors at Lake James, this beautiful 1.81-acre lot features long-range mountain views and possible year-round mountain views. The community of The Arbor at Lake James offers a pavilion, walking trails, fenced RV and Boat storage lot, lake access, and recreational areas. This community is located close to the I-40 corridor. This property is located within 11 minutes from Lake James State Park which is nestled in the rolling country base of the Linville Gorge. Lake James has 150-miles of shoreline and is located between the towns of Marion and Morganton. You can enjoy the favorite beach area called Paddy's Creek with a designated swimming area, a Pavilion with restrooms and a concession stand. The beach at Paddy's Creek is open from May to September. Come build your mountain home in this community close to area amenities and attractions.

Listed by April Solomon and Bob Solomon of Keller Williams - Black Mtn.

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V/L Waters Edge Drive Nebo NC 28761

Nebo, NCV/L Waters Edge Drive

Price$29,900

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MLS Number CAR3938148

  • Land
  • Acreage 1.09
  • County McDowell

Beautiful, interior lot in the gated community of The Arbor at Lake James! PRICED WELL BELOW TAX VALUE, this 1.09-acre lot is mostly level to gently sloping, making it very buildable...with a year-round mountain view to boot! The Arbor features paved streets, gated boat storage, a community pavilion w/outdoor fireplace & grills, and walking trails. All of this just a few minutes from the shops, breweries, and restaurants of bustling downtown Marion and a short commute to Asheville. Don't wait...schedule your showing today!!

Listed by Leslie Baird of ERA Live Moore

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492 Larkhaven Drive Nebo NC 28761

Nebo, NC492 Larkhaven Drive

Price$320,000

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MLS Number CAR3835718

  • Land
  • Acreage 0.84
  • County McDowell

Waterfront-DOCK PERMIT IN PLACE. Waterfront lot on Lake James. Your prime property awaits your improvement in The Arbors- one of the top private, gated and mature communities on the best lake in NC. Your lot comes with well (125ft./30GPM), septic (3BD), along with the property improvement plan including 2,380 sq.ft. home plan, & docking in your private deep water cove with 211.35ft. of waterfront including a small beach area. Located at the beginning of a cul-de-sac with 223.15ft. of paved road frontage. Custom home plans on file. Comes with Shoreline Restoration and Dock to be installed later due to lead time. 15 min. from downtown Marion & I-40. Rated one of the cleanest lakes in NC, James is located at the base of Linville Gorge & is the first lake in the Catawba River system. A Duke Power /NC Parks & Recreation water body- one of the most pristine & well-sought lakes in the southeast- featuring water sports, fishing & a public golf course- 150 miles of shoreline.

Listed by Matt Buchanan of Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks Burnsville

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Lot 231 Captains Drive Nebo NC 28761

Nebo, NCLot 231 Captains Drive

Price$69,500

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MLS Number CAR3919894

  • Land
  • Acreage 1.32
  • County McDowell

Water Views!! Affordable interior lot in The Arbor gated community. Beautiful mountain and lake views. Short drive to downtown Marion and Asheville is less than an hour. Live the Lake James life with boating, fishing, hiking and the Blue Ridge Mountains backdrop.

Listed by Dave Dribbon of GreyBeard Realty

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00 Larkhaven Drive Nebo NC 28761

Nebo, NC00 Larkhaven Drive

Price$57,900

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MLS Number CAR3916685

  • Land
  • Acreage 2.13
  • County McDowell

Welcome to the Arbor at Lake James, this beautiful 2.13-acre lot with deeded boat slip (#80) is private, wooded, sloping and is in the cove of Lake James. The community of The Arbor at Lake James offers a pavilion, walking trails, fenced boat and RV storage lot, Lake access and recreational areas. The community is close to the I-40 corridor making for an easy commute. The property is located 11 minutes from the Lake James State Park which is nestled in the rolling country base of the Linville Gorge. Lake James has 150-miles of shoreline and is located between the towns of Marion and Morganton. You can enjoy the favorite beach area called "Paddy's Creek" with a designated swimming area, a pavilion, restrooms and a concession stand. The beach at "Paddy's Creek is open from May to September. Come build your home in this beautiful community close to area amenities and attractions.

Listed by April Solomon and Bob Solomon of Keller Williams - Black Mtn.

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