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  • $234,500

    7036 Rhododendron Dr, Newland, NC 28657

    2beds
    820sqft
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    $1,516/mo
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    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
    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.
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    Listed by:

    Laura Ervin Mulwee lemulwee@bellsouth.net,

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Blue Ridge REALTORS®

    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4420538MLS Logo

      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

        DateEventPrice
        9/10/2026Contingent$234,500$286/sqft
        Source: BHHS broker feed #4420538 Report a problem
        9/3/2026Listed for sale$234,500$286/sqft
        Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4420538 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax 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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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 28657

        Getting around

        1 / 100
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        Nearby schools

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        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.

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