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$1,800,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 2 Car Garage
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This exquisite lakefront home offers breathtaking Blue Ridge and long water views, creating a serene backdrop for luxurious living. The main level features an open great room with cathedral ceilings, a gas log fireplace, and large windows that flood the space with natural light. The chef's kitchen is a highlight, complete with a Thermador 6-burner cooktop, wall oven, large island, and adjacent laundry for convenience. The dining area seamlessly connects to a screened porch, ideal for outdoor meals while soaking in the views. The main primary suite offers a private retreat with an ensuite bath, while a second bedroom and full hallway bath complete the main level. The lower level boasts two additional bedrooms, a hall bath, a spacious family room with a wet bar, and an exercise room. Outside, you'll enjoy the stone patio with a firepit that is perfect for relaxation, while the fenced pet area and koi pond add charm to the landscape. The property also includes a UTV/golf cart garage or basement workshop. Reach the lake via the cart path or stone steps and enjoy the covered dock with lift. Additional features include a 2 car garage, radon mitigation system and full-house generator for peace of mind. See aerial sky tour at https://tours.3amvirtualmedia.com/tours/4EDXNReL3?mls=1

Full Property Details for 493 Dockside Dr

General

  • Sold For: $1,800,000
  • HOA FEE: $75/month
  • HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: Charlotte_Regional_Realtor_Association
  • MLS ID: 4305431
  • Added to Site: 112 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Central Vacuum, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Split Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Gas, Gas Log, Living Room, Propane, Gas, Gas Log, Living Room, Propane
  • Appliances: Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer, Washer/Dryer
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Main - Full Baths: 2
  • Basement Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedrooms-B: 2
  • Bedrooms Main & Up: 2

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level, Washer Hookup

Additional Information

  • Shared Amenities: Gated, Lake Access, Picnic Area, Walking Trails
  • Equipment: Fuel Tank(s), Generator

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Dock - Floating

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Description: 596 Sq. Ft.
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Golf Cart Garage

Location

  • County: McDowell
  • Subdivision: The Arbor at Lake James
  • Driving Directions: GPS will take you to 493 Dockside Dr. Easiest access is through community side gate on Forest Heights Dr.

School Information

  • Elementary School: Nebo
  • Middle School: East McDowell
  • High School: McDowell

Community

  • Assoc. Name: First Service Residential

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump
  • Heating Type: Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Water: Well
  • Utility Description: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Satellite Internet Available, Underground Power Lines, Underground Utilities, Wired Internet Available

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Arts and Crafts
  • Builder: Cottonwood Development
  • Construction: Site Built
  • Exterior Const.: Hardboard Siding, Stone
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Basement Garage Door, Basement Shop, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Full, Interior Entry, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Main/1st Level: 1,746 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 2015

Lot Features

  • Street/Road Desc.: Concrete, Paved
  • Elevation (Approx.): 1000
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Rolling Slope, Wooded, Views, Waterfront
  • Rcmdd Zoning: R
  • Fencing (Description): Fenced

Horse Property

  • Horse Facility Desc.: None

Water Features

  • Water Front Name: Lake James

Financial Considerations

  • Association Fee: $900
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
  • Terms: Cash, Conventional, VA Loan

Disclosures and Reports

  • Restrictions: Architectural Review, Building, Manufactured Home Not Allowed, Modular Not Allowed, Short Term Rental Allowed, Square Feet, Subdivision
  • Property ID: 1723-00-56-4727
  • Plat: 7/30
  • Lot Number: 1460/659

Listed by Engel & Volkers Foothills Lake James
Sold by RE/MAX Living

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Schools serving 493 Dockside Dr

School District:McDowell County Schools
NameGradesDistance
Nebo Elementary School
254 Nebo School Road, Nebo, NC 28761
PK-62 mi
East Mcdowell Junior High School
676 State Street, Marion, NC 28752
7-94.5 mi
Mcdowell High School
600 McDowell High School Road, Marion, NC 28752
9-125.8 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 493 Dockside Dr

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/12/2025
Sold
$1,800,000
-5.01%
MLS
9/26/2025
Listed
$1,895,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Listed by Engel & Volkers Foothills Lake James
Sold by RE/MAX Living

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493 Dockside Drive, Nebo, NC 28761 (MLS# 4305431) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,800,000 on November 12, 2025. Want to learn more about 493 Dockside Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Nebo? You can browse all Nebo real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.