Located in Lake James' premier gated community, this authentic log cabin is situated on 6+ private acres. Bordered by the north fork of the Catawba River and Lake James, Black Forest is over 600 acres of nature with only 56 home sites. The community offers miles of hiking trails with both lake and river access (with covered shelters) a community center and a full-time on-site caretaker. Relax on one of the 3 porches or warm up in front of one of the two fireplaces. This house comes fully furnished with a deeded boat slip and makes an ideal 2nd home or primary residence. Additional structures can be built on the land, but not subdivided. Agent owned. NO Short-Term or Long-term Rentals allowed. Priced UNDER TAX VALUE!
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$650,000
1020 Black Forest Dr, Marion, NC 28752
3beds
2,112sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2006
6.14 Acres Lot
$737,500 Zestimate®
$308/sqft
$2,314 Estimated rent
Home value
$737,500
$671,000 - $797,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Rebekkah Styron rebekkah.styron@allentate.com,
Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Biltmore Park
Bought with:
Dianne Reihl
Engel & Volkers Foothills Lake James
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4050512
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Basement
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Basement
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bathroom full
- Level: Basement
Bathroom half
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
Bathroom full
- Level: Basement
Bathroom half
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
Basement
- Level: Basement
Basement
- Level: Basement
Family room
- Level: Basement
Family room
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Living room
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Basement, Washer Hookup
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s)(s)
- Flooring: Concrete, Wood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access,Other
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room, Outside, Porch, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,320
- Total interior livable area: 2,112 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,320
- Finished area below ground: 792
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Screened, Side Porch
- Waterfront features: Boat Slip (Deed), Covered structure, Boat Slip – Community, Paddlesport Launch Site
- Body of water: Lake James
Lot
- Size: 6.14 Acres
- Features: Private, Sloped
Details
- Parcel number: 171300645054
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Fuel Tank(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2006
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Phone Connected, Propane, Wired Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated, Recreation Area, Walking Trails
- Subdivision: Black Forest
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $5,298 annually
- HOA name: Catawba Valley
- HOA phone: 828-439-8834
Location
- Region: Marion
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $308/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $797,000
- Annual tax amount: $4,054
- Date on market: 7/18/2023
- Cumulative days on market: 123 days
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Gravel
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/15/2024 | Sold | $650,000-3.7%$308/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4050512 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2023 | Price change | $675,000-6.9%$320/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4050512 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2023 | Listed for sale | $725,000+57.6%$343/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #CAR4050512 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2017 | Sold | $460,000+16.5%$218/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #B30841 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2012 | Sold | $395,000$187/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #B22072 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,054 | $580,790 |
| 2024 | $4,054 -27.1% | $580,790 -27.1% |
| 2023 | $5,563 +17.4% | $797,000 +19.1% |
| 2022 | $4,737 +2.9% | $669,120 |
| 2021 | $4,604 -1.4% | $669,120 |
| 2020 | $4,670 -98.4% | $669,120 +50.3% |
| 2017 | $285,112 +9900% | $445,140 |
| 2016 | $2,851 | $445,140 |
| 2014 | $2,851 +5% | $445,140 |
| 2013 | $2,714 | $445,140 |
| 2012 | -- | $445,140 |
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Neighborhood: 28752
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10North Cove Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 5.1 mi
- 3/10West McDowell Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.1 mi
- 2/10McDowell High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: North Cove
- Middle: West McDowell
- High: McDowell
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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