Escape to the quiet beauty of Western North Carolina with this 1963 home nestled in Gingercake Acres, surrounded by the natural beauty of Pisgah National Forest. A true fixer-upper with plenty of potential, this property offers the opportunity to bring your vision to life and create a special mountain retreat, weekend getaway, or short-term rental. Original hardwood floors add character and warmth throughout the living area and bedrooms, while the wooded lot provides a peaceful sense of privacy. Relax on the deck, listen to the sounds of nature, and enjoy the feeling of being tucked away in the mountains. With some updating and TLC, this home could become a wonderful retreat. Gingercake Acres brings more than a great location with a clubhouse, swimming pool, playground and tennis/pickleball courts. Also enjoy the community events and casual potluck dinners during the summer months. It’s a welcoming mountain community where outdoor adventure and neighborly connection go hand in hand. Located near popular hiking trails in the Linville Gorge Wilderness and countless opportunities for outdoor recreation, this is a place where weekends can feel like a true escape. Short-term rentals are allowed, adding flexibility for those looking to enjoy the home as a personal getaway while also having the potential for rental income. Bring your ideas, your imagination, and a little TLC to this mountain property and make it your own.
Under contract-show
$234,500
7036 Rhododendron Dr, Newland, NC 28657
2beds
820sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1963
0.61 Acres Lot
$152,000 Zestimate®
$286/sqft
$75/mo HOA
What's special
Relax on the deck
- 8 days
- 564
- 30
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Laura Ervin Mulwee lemulwee@bellsouth.net,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Blue Ridge REALTORS®
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4420538
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Other
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Kitchen
Features
- Has basement: No
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 820
- Total interior livable area: 820 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 820
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 0.61 Acres
- Features: Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 1841517152
- Zoning: R-MU - Burke County
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1963
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Community Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Gingercake Acres
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $905 annually
- HOA name: Melli Jochl
- HOA phone: 828-733-7109
Location
- Region: Newland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $286/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $98,994
- Annual tax amount: $775
- Date on market: 9/3/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 8 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
$152,000
$114,000 - $190,000
$1,418/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/10/2026 | Contingent | $234,500$286/sqft |
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| 9/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $234,500$286/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $775 -0.1% | $98,994 |
| 2024 | $776 | $98,994 |
| 2023 | $776 +4.1% | $98,994 +23.9% |
| 2022 | $745 +0.8% | $79,920 |
| 2021 | $739 +0.5% | $79,920 |
| 2020 | $735 +9.2% | $79,920 |
| 2019 | $674 -7.3% | $79,920 +1.4% |
| 2018 | $726 +2.7% | $78,839 |
| 2017 | $708 | $78,839 |
| 2016 | $708 +0.4% | $78,839 |
| 2015 | $705 | $78,839 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
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Neighborhood: 28657
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Crossnore
- Middle: Avery County
- High: Avery County
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.




