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!
Active
$425,000
1208 Forest Lake Heights Dr, Nebo, NC 28761
3beds
1,707sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1980
0.32 Acres Lot
$414,700 Zestimate®
$249/sqft
$23/mo HOA
What's special
Nice basement family roomTranquil lake viewsBig storage roomExtra cozy cabin retreat
- 71 days |
- 2,017 |
- 79 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Chloe Lunsford chloeandhope.team@allentate.com,
Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Freestone Properties,
Hope Burk,
Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Freestone Properties
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4391065
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Basement
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Basement
Bathroom half
- Level: Upper
Family room
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Finished,Storage Space
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,061
- Total interior livable area: 1,707 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,061
- Finished area below ground: 646
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Other - See Remarks
- Body of water: Lake James
Lot
- Size: 0.32 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 172300670291
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl, Wood
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1980
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Lake Access
- Subdivision: Forest Lake Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $275 annually
- HOA name: Forest Lake Heights HOA
Location
- Region: Nebo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $249/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $206,820
- Annual tax amount: $1,382
- Date on market: 6/8/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 72 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Gravel, Paved
Estimated market value
$414,700
$394,000 - $435,000
$2,364/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $425,000$249/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4391065 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,382 | $206,820 |
| 2024 | $1,382 | $206,820 |
| 2023 | $1,382 +6.7% | $206,820 +8.3% |
| 2022 | $1,295 | $191,040 |
| 2021 | $1,295 -1.5% | $191,040 |
| 2020 | $1,314 -98.6% | $191,040 +35.6% |
| 2017 | $91,676 +9900% | $140,930 |
| 2016 | $917 | $140,930 |
| 2014 | $917 +1.7% | $140,930 |
| 2013 | $902 | $140,930 |
| 2012 | -- | $140,930 |
Find assessor info on the county website
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Neighborhood: 28761
Getting around
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Car-DependentNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Nebo Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2 mi
- 6/10East McDowell Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.7 mi
- 10/10McDowell Early CollegeGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Nebo
- Middle: East Junior High
- 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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