Enjoy the best of both worlds—peaceful lakefront living on the quiet north end of Bald Mountain Lake and access to Lake Lure and all the premier amenities of the Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure community. Nestled in a private cove on this scenic one-mile, non-motorized lake, this property offers the perfect setting for kayaking, paddleboarding, canoeing, fishing, swimming, or simply relaxing from your private dock.
Rumbling Bald amenities include 24-hour security, private beach access, indoor and outdoor pools, tennis and pickleball courts, additional sports courts, two championship 18-hole golf courses, a fitness center, full-service spa and salon, restaurants, bars, and more.
The home has been thoughtfully updated, including a brand-new roof and exterior paint completed in April 2025. Main dock and floating dock resurfaced with Trex decking June 2026. Inside, the open-concept main level features a spacious great room anchored by a stunning floor-to-ceiling stone wood-burning fireplace. The kitchen offers granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and flows seamlessly into the dining area overlooking the level backyard and fire pit.
The main level includes a primary suite, guest bedroom, and full guest bath. The lower level provides two additional bedrooms, a full bath, family room, and recreation room complete with a pool table—ideal for hosting family and friends. A screened porch overlooks the backyard, providing a comfortable space to enjoy the outdoors year-round.
Additional features include ample parking and a strong rental history, making this an excellent primary residence, vacation home, or investment opportunity. Contact listing agent for rental history. Available turnkey.
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Price cut: $30K (5/8)
$769,000
1973 Buffalo Creek Rd, Lake Lure, NC 28746
4beds
2,364sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1983
0.61 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$325/sqft
$414/mo HOA
What's special
Private dockFamily roomGranite countertopsBrand-new roofPrimary suiteExterior paintFull guest bath
- 434 days |
- 1,218 |
- 58 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Wes Cleary TeamClearyWNC@gmail.com,
Team Cleary Real Estate Inc
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4227854
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: See Remarks
- Level: Main
- Area: 224.55 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15' 8" X 14' 4"
Bathroom full
- Features: See Remarks
- Level: Main
- Area: 65.85 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13' 2" X 5' 0"
Heating
- Ductless, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Doors: Insulated Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Fireplace features: Fire Pit, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,197
- Total interior livable area: 2,364 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,197
- Finished area below ground: 1,167
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Driveway, Parking Space(s)
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
- Pool features: Community
- Spa features: Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Water, Year Round
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Beach - Private, Beach - Public, Boat Ramp – Community, Boat Slip – Community, Boat Slip (Lease/License) (Off Site), Dock, Paddlesport Launch Site, Paddlesport Launch Site - Community, Waterfront
- Body of water: Bald Mountain Lake
Lot
- Size: 0.61 Acres
- Features: Views
Details
- Parcel number: 1649527
- Zoning: R-3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1983
Details
- Builder model: Monterey
- Builder name: Deltec
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Community Well
- Utilities for property: Fiber Optics
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Boat Storage, Business Center, Cabana, Clubhouse, Concierge, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Game Court, Gated, Golf, Lake Access, Picnic Area, Playground, Putting Green, Recreation Area, RV Storage, Sauna, Sidewalks, Sport Court, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s), Walking Trails
- Security: Security Service
- Subdivision: Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $4,967 annually
- HOA name: Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure
- HOA phone: 828-694-3000
Location
- Region: Lake Lure
- Elevation: 1000 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $325/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $674,100
- Date on market: 4/23/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 434 days
- Road surface type: Gravel, Paved
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/8/2026 | Price change | $769,000-3.8%$325/sqft |
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| 12/6/2025 | Price change | $799,000-3.6%$338/sqft |
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| 10/28/2025 | Price change | $829,000-2.4%$351/sqft |
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| 4/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $849,000+23.5%$359/sqft |
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| 10/24/2022 | Sold | $687,500+1.9%$291/sqft |
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| 10/21/2022 | Pending sale | $675,000$286/sqft |
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| 9/6/2022 | Contingent | $675,000$286/sqft |
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| 9/4/2022 | Listed for sale | $675,000+20.5%$286/sqft |
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| 11/18/2021 | Sold | $560,000-2.6%$237/sqft |
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| 10/4/2021 | Contingent | $575,000$243/sqft |
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| 9/20/2021 | Price change | $575,000-3.4%$243/sqft |
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| 9/3/2021 | Listed for sale | $595,000+63%$252/sqft |
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| 2/12/2019 | Sold | $365,000-8.6%$154/sqft |
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| 1/9/2019 | Pending sale | $399,500$169/sqft |
Source: Town and Mountain Realty #3451452 Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/2018 | Listed for sale | $399,500$169/sqft |
Source: Town and Mountain Realty #3451452 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $674,100 |
| 2024 | $5,480 +0.1% | $674,100 |
| 2023 | $5,475 +74.6% | $674,100 +142.8% |
| 2022 | $3,137 +0.5% | $277,600 +0.5% |
| 2021 | $3,122 +10.9% | $276,100 |
| 2020 | $2,816 | $276,100 +18.2% |
| 2019 | -- | $233,500 +3.2% |
| 2018 | $1,997 | $226,200 |
| 2016 | $1,997 | $226,200 |
| 2013 | $1,997 | -- |
| 2011 | -- | $222,000 -3.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $229,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $229,500 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28746
Getting around
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Car-DependentNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Pinnacle Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 10.3 mi
- 4/10R-S Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 13.6 mi
- 4/10R-S Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 13.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lake Lure Classical Academy
- Middle: Lake Lure Classical Academy
- High: Lake Lure Classical Academy
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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- North Carolina
- Rutherford County
- Lake Lure
- 28746
- 1973 Buffalo Creek Rd







