Our Western North Carolina Real Estate Listings

MLS Number CAR4378648

• Land
• Acreage 2.08
• County McDowell

This flat 2.08-acre lot is ready for you! Located inside Gateway Mountain, just east of Black Mountain and Asheville, this property offers both convenience and natural beauty. Situated on Rhododendron Drive, the lot provides easy access and the potential for long-range mountain views with selective clearing. A mature hardwood forest adds to the charm and privacy. You'll be just minutes from Waterfall Park and Lake George-both designated common areas within the gated community of Gateway Mountain. Enjoy swimming, relaxing, and exploring all this unique neighborhood has to offer. Short-term rentals are permitted, adding flexibility and investment potential. Come tour this beautiful lot today and imagine the possibilities!

Listed by Greybeard Realty Old Fort Office

MLS Number CAR4377108

• Land
• Acreage 3.41
• County McDowell

3.41 acres inside Gateway Mountain-located at the end of Bobcat Drive for ultimate privacy and peace. This beautiful lot offers the potential for year-round mountain views with some clearing and already features a large, level homesite ready for your build. Gateway Mountain is a gated community with exceptional amenities, including Lake George and Waterfall Park. Lake George features a floating dock, small beach, and picnic area-perfect for swimming, fishing, and non-motorized boating. Waterfall Park offers both upper and lower falls, with the lower falls providing a refreshing spot to cool off on warm summer days. A scenic wooded trail connects the two parks. Enjoy miles of community roads ideal for walking, running, or cycling. Conveniently located just minutes from Old Fort, a rapidly growing outdoor recreation destination, and a short drive to Asheville, Black Mountain, and other popular areas. This homesite is ready for your vision, with a large, level pad already in place. Well and septic will be needed. Schedule your tour today!

Listed by Greybeard Realty Old Fort Office

MLS Number CAR4377625

• Land
• Acreage 7.64
• County McDowell

Come build your dream home on the gently laying land only 5 minutes to I-40 and 10 minutes to downtown Marion! This is the epitome of conveniently located! Parcel can be re-subdivided if desired! Please see the attached survey showing the previous 2 separate lots, one being 4.16 acres and the other 3.48 acres. This is what you've been looking for!

Listed by GreyBeard Realty

MLS Number CAR4373247

• Land
• Acreage 11.18
• County Buncombe

Tucked away in the sought-after High Cliffs at Round Mountain community, this beautiful homesite offers the kind of mountain living people dream about. With the potential for truly stunning long-range views, it's easy to picture your future home taking full advantage of the natural beauty that surrounds you. There's a gentle, usable area that makes it ideal whether you're planning a full-time residence, a second home, or even a vacation rental investment. You get the mountain feel without the usual challenges. Location-wise, it strikes a great balance between privacy and accessibility. You're about 30 minutes from Black Mountain - one of the most charming small towns in the area - and roughly 50 minutes to Asheville for dining, shopping, and everything else you might need.

Listed by GreyBeard Realty

MLS Number CAR4374383

• Residential
• Bedrooms 3
• Bathroom 2
• Square Feet 2,113
• Acreage 3.95

Mountain living at its best in gated Catawba Falls Preserve. Built in 2022, this thoughtfully designed one-level 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with a large study/bonus room sits on nearly 4 private acres with peaceful mountain views and the added benefit of dedicated recreation zone that cannot be built on, creating the feel of an even larger flat usable yard. Located with a Black Mountain address in McDowell County, you'll enjoy the convenience of lower county taxes while still being just minutes from everything Western North Carolina has to offer. Designed for both comfort and functionality, this home features granite countertops, wooden Koch soft-close cabinetry throughout, under-cabinet lighting in the kitchen and laundry, and a new stove with air fry and convection options. The spacious garage includes 240v electrical, while the home is already wired for CCTV security and a full home audio system for seamless modern living. Extensive recent upgrades make this property truly turnkey, including a Quiet Run whole-home generator, in-ground 500-gallon propane tank with backup heat access, hybrid 80-gallon smart heat pump water heater, whole-home HEPA air filtration system, Smart Ecobee thermostats with 3-zone comfort settings, upgraded pressure tank with spin-down water filtration, and an outdoor grilling station with power. Outside, enjoy excellent landscaping with native trees, shrubs, and bulbs, a quarter-acre garden, concrete pad and sidewalk near the driveway, and peaceful outdoor spaces designed to take full advantage of the mountain setting. Privacy, usability, and quality improvements come together to create a home that feels both elevated and effortless.

Listed by GreyBeard Realty

MLS Number CAR4374230

• Land
• Acreage 0.94
• County Burke

Build your waterfront dream home at Lake James, in the pristine gated community of Waters Edge. The property features a great build site and 168 feet of shoreline with a very gentle slope down to the water. This partially cleared, 0.94-acre waterfront lot has it's own beach, providing easy access to a quiet cove. Waters Edge is a gated community offering amenities such as a private swimming beach, a communal fire pit area, and access to the Fonta Flora mountain biking and hiking trail, which encircles the eastern side of Lake James. Short term rentals are allowed!

Listed by GreyBeard Realty

MLS Number CAR4370830

• Land
• Acreage 0.74
• County Buncombe

Build your dream home or mountain retreat on this .74-acre homesite in Swannanoa, NC, just 20 minutes from both Asheville and Black Mountain. Enjoy quick access to restaurants, shopping, hiking, outdoor recreation, and Western North Carolina's local arts scene. Power and high-speed internet are available, ideal for full-time living or remote work. The land has been previously permitted for a 3-bedroom septic system, which can save time and cost when you're ready to build. Tucked into a private, wooded community with no HOA, just a road maintenance agreement, this homesite offers gentle/sloping terrain, mountain privacy, and seasonal views. Whether you want a primary residence, second home, or vacation getaway, this Western North Carolina land for sale offers mountain tranquility with modern conveniences close by.

Listed by Tyler Mack of GreyBeard Realty

MLS Number CAR4371777

• Residential
• Bedrooms 3
• Bathroom 4
• Square Feet 2,623
• Acreage 3

This is the one you’ve been waiting for! Nestled on 3 acres, this beautiful home offers the perfect blend of space, comfort, and charm. The expansive main level features a private primary suite with a luxurious en-suite bath, a vaulted living room with a stunning floor-to-ceiling fireplace, and a spacious kitchen complete with an oversized islandideal for entertaining. You’ll also love the convenient mudroom and laundry area. Upstairs, you’ll find two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and two additional bonus roomsplus a hidden gem: a secret bonus room tucked behind a bookcase door! Step outside to the covered back porch, the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the fresh mountain air. Located just minutes from I-40 and downtown Marion, this home offers both convenience and privacy in a serene setting. Discover life in Marion, NC where mountain views, greenways, waterfalls, Lake James, and charming downtown living come together. Enjoy hiking, scenic drives, local cafs, live events, and outdoor adventure all just minutes from home. Perfect for anyone looking for peaceful mountain-town living with plenty to explore nearby. Don’t miss your chance to make it yours!

Listed by GreyBeard Realty

MLS Number CAR4369423

• Land
• Acreage 52.3
• County Burke

52-Acre Mixed-Use Land Near Lake James | Henderson Mill Rd 0 Henderson Mill Rd is a 52.3-acre unimproved tract near Lake James, North Carolina, offering rare privacy, significant acreage, and a prime location near the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Zoned Mixed-Use, this property is a true blank slate — supporting residential, commercial, and even light industrial uses on a single tract, making it equally suited to a private estate, a residential development project, or a long-term investment. This wooded land offers space for horses, agricultural pursuits, or a private trail network, all just minutes from the crystal-clear waters of Lake James. Nearby recreation includes Lake James State Park, the Fonta Flora Trail, Linville Boat Ramp, and Lake James Marina, putting world-class boating, fishing, mountain biking, and hiking within easy reach.

Listed by GreyBeard Realty

MLS Number CAR4364307

• Land
• Acreage 1.76
• County McDowell

Lot 4 Pisgah Preserve Drive is a premier lakeside homesite in the gated Pisgah Preserve community on Lake James, North Carolina, offering unobstructed views of Shortoff Mountain's dramatic rock face. Bordering Pisgah National Forest and just 7 minutes from Bear Creek Marina, this property is a rare combination of mountain wilderness and lakeside living in Western North Carolina. A septic permit is already on file (available in listing attachments), making this homesite ready for a custom-built retreat or architectural showcase. Whether you're planning a full-time residence or a seasonal escape, this lot provides a rare vantage point capturing Western North Carolina's natural beauty.

Listed by GreyBeard Realty

MLS Number CAR4356314

• Residential
• Bedrooms 4
• Bathroom 3
• Square Feet 2,467
• Acreage 0.84

4-Bedroom Home Adjacent to Black Mountain Golf Course | Black Mountain, NC Unlock serious potential with this 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom single-family home in Black Mountain, NC — tucked away on a peaceful dead-end road adjacent to the Black Mountain Golf Course. A Location That Has It All Enjoy the rare combination of privacy and proximity to downtown Black Mountain, with no through traffic, beautiful winter views, and Lake Tomahawk Park just steps from your front door. With easy access to Asheville — just 15 miles west — this home puts outdoor recreation, dining, and culture within reach every day. Space to Live, Work, and Play The oversized garage and workshop is ideal for hobbyists, contractors, or anyone who needs serious project space. Downstairs, a dedicated rec room is ready for game nights, movie marathons, or conversion into a home gym. Charming vintage touches throughout add character you won't find in new construction. Property Highlights: 4 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms Single-family home on a quiet dead-end road Adjacent to Black Mountain Golf Course Winter views Oversized garage/workshop Rec room (game room, home gym, or media room) Steps to Lake Tomahawk Park Minutes to downtown Black Mountain and Asheville, NC

Listed by GreyBeard Realty