Whether you decide to reside full time, or create your own mountain retreat, this high-quality craftsman home exceeds expectations. Custom woodwork, cathedral ceiling with towering stone fireplace, light filled expansive windows, gourmet kitchen and impressive primary suite enhance this home's appeal. The kitchen provides a six-burner gas Wolf range with pot filler, Wolf double wall ovens, Sub- Zero refrigerator and wine cooler. The bright sunroom will entice you to sit for a spell. Enjoy company by the fireplace in the great room. Primary suite offers a beautiful soaking tub, tiled shower and custom walk-in closet. Fully screened porches on the main and lower levels provide alfresco space to entertain and cook on the grill. The basement level offers a spacious den, billiard/game room, three guest rooms and two full bathrooms, along with a screened porch, deck and hot tub. Additional guest bedroom or office is privately located above the garage and includes a full bath. The exterior sun deck provides lake views, floating dock, double boat lifts and upper-level sun deck. Lake James is sourced from mountain rivers providing pristine water for swimming, kayaking, skiing, fishing and so much more. Framed by the Linville Mountain Gorge, this lake offers breathtaking serenity. Life is better on the lake!
*Home includes a rare and coveted tram incline system providing easy lake access for you and your boating supplies down to the boat dock.
*Sold substantially furnished; Buyer's choice of 2016 Chaparral 21 H2O Bowrider 225hp inboard/outboard; OR 2016 Stratos 186 Bass boat 115hp Mercury Optimax, with trolling motor.
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Price cut: $151K (7/2)
$2,699,000
27 Anchor Dr, Nebo, NC 28761
5beds
4,960sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2006
0.87 Acres Lot
$2,545,000 Zestimate®
$544/sqft
$83/mo HOA
What's special
Custom woodworkGourmet kitchenBright sunroomUpper-level sun deckTiled showerLight filled expansive windowsWolf double wall ovens
- 106 days |
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Listed by:
Janet Blake janet@IJBProperties.com,
Ivester Jackson Blackstream
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4363728
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom, Garden Tub, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom
- Level: Basement
Bedroom s
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Basement
Bedroom s
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Basement
Bathroom full
- Features: Garden Tub, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
Bathroom full
- Level: Basement
Bathroom full
- Level: Basement
Bathroom half
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Basement
Den
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Basement
Dining room
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Reception Area
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Walk-In Pantry
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Features: Storage
- Level: Main
Loft
- Features: Built-in Features, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: Upper
Sunroom
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Hood, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Self Cleaning Oven, Wall Oven, Washer/Dryer, Water Softener, Wine Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Hot Tub, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry, Wet Bar
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Doors: Insulated Door(s), Pocket Doors, Screen Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Window Treatments
- Basement: Daylight,Exterior Entry,Finished,Full,Interior Entry,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access,Walk-Up Access
- Attic: Walk-In
- Fireplace features: Den, Gas Log, Gas Vented, Great Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,190
- Total interior livable area: 4,960 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,190
- Finished area below ground: 1,770
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage on Main Level
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Two or More Access Exits
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated, Interior Hot Tub
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Boat Lift, Dock, Paddlesport Launch Site, Paddlesport Launch Site - Community, Waterfront
- Body of water: Lake James
Lot
- Size: 0.87 Acres
- Features: Level, Sloped, Steep Slope, Wooded, Views
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 172300000488
- Zoning: R3
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Generator, Network Ready, Surround Sound
- Horse amenities: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Arts and Crafts
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Hardboard Siding, Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2006
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics, Propane, Underground Power Lines, Underground Utilities, Wired Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated, Lake Access, Picnic Area, Walking Trails
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: The Arbor at Lake James
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $990 annually
- HOA name: The Arbor at Lake James POA
Location
- Region: Nebo
- Elevation: 1000 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $544/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,041,340
- Annual tax amount: $6,956
- Date on market: 4/4/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 106 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Concrete, Stone, Paved
Estimated market value
$2,545,000
$2.42M - $2.67M
$6,387/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/2/2026 | Price change | $2,699,000-5.3%$544/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4363728 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2026 | Price change | $2,850,000-5%$575/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4363728 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,999,000+274.9%$605/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4363728 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2016 | Sold | $800,000-19.9%$161/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #14827 Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2016 | Pending sale | $999,000$201/sqft |
Source: Lake James Real Estate #14827 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2016 | Price change | $999,000-9.1%$201/sqft |
Source: Lake James Real Estate #14827 Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/2015 | Price change | $1,099,000-8.3%$222/sqft |
Source: Lake James Real Estate, Inc #NCM554774 Report a problem | ||
| 3/5/2015 | Listed for sale | $1,199,000+19.9%$242/sqft |
Source: Lake James Real Estate, Inc #554774 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2007 | Sold | $1,000,000$202/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,956 | $1,041,340 |
| 2024 | $6,956 | $1,041,340 |
| 2023 | $6,956 +20.7% | $1,041,340 +22.5% |
| 2022 | $5,764 | $850,090 |
| 2021 | $5,764 -1.5% | $850,090 |
| 2020 | $5,849 -98.9% | $850,090 +0.2% |
| 2017 | $552,073 +9900% | $848,690 +1.7% |
| 2016 | $5,521 | $834,690 -1.6% |
| 2014 | $5,521 +1.7% | $848,690 |
| 2013 | $5,430 | $848,690 |
| 2012 | -- | $848,690 |
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GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Nebo Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.1 mi
- 6/10East McDowell Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.9 mi
- 2/10McDowell High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Nebo
- Middle: East 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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