Your lakefront sanctuary awaits in Gateway Mountain! Don't miss out on this wonderful, spacious 4 BR home backing up to Lake George with a walking path to the lake and to a nearby waterfall!! The main level has an open floor plan with wood floors, a fireplace, and a fully equipped kitchen with new appliances. Out back there is a large screened-in deck and a large open deck looking out to the nature preserve and Lake George. Downstairs has lots of open space for a home theater, office, or whatever you can dream up! In the front yard, there is a Pollinator Garden as well as 3 fruit trees, Orange, Nectarine & Peaches!! This home has a brand new metal roof and water pressure tank. In addition, the adjacent lot (lot 878) is included with this home and has potential long-range views! This is a great investment opportunity to build a second home/cabin for short-term vacation rentals. Gateway Mountain is a 3000-acre gated mountain community with easy access to Old Fort, Black Mountain, and Asheville, less than an hour away. This home suffered no damage from Helene and is move-in ready. Seller is offering up to $15,000 credit toward the buyer's closing costs with an acceptable offer!! Seller will include all furniture if desired. Make your appointment today! (24-hour notice required for showings)
Active
$575,000
288 Long Ridge Rd, Old Fort, NC 28762
4beds
2,686sqft
Est.:
Modular
Built in 2001
2.3 Acres Lot
$564,000 Zestimate®
$214/sqft
$257/mo HOA
What's special
Lakefront sanctuaryWood floorsOpen floor planLarge screened-in deckBrand new metal roof
- 165 days |
- 671 |
- 20 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 13, 2026 at 03:11am
Listing Provided by:
Phil Jones Realtor.PhilJones@gmail.com,
Your Choice Realty of NC
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4297306
Tour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Basement
Dining area
- Level: Main
Flex space
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, See Remarks
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, See Remarks
- Level: Main
Recreation room
- Features: Open Floorplan, Wet Bar, See Remarks
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Central, Ductless, Electric, Forced Air, Propane, Zoned
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Ductless, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Exhaust Fan, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dryer, Other
- Laundry: In Hall, Inside, Main Level
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Other - See Remarks
- Flooring: Wood, Other
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Basement Garage Door,Finished,Full,Interior Entry,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access,Walk-Up Access,Other
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room, Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,664
- Total interior livable area: 2,686 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,664
- Finished area below ground: 1,022
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Faces Side, RV Access/Parking
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: There is an upper and lower driveway with lots of room for several vehicles. Street parking is also an option at the top of the driveway.
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Balcony, Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Porch, Rear Porch, Screened, Other
- Exterior features: Other - See Remarks
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Water, Winter
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Covered structure, Boat Slip – Community, Pier - Community, Dock, Other - See Remarks
- Body of water: Lake George
Lot
- Size: 2.3 Acres
- Features: Orchard(s), Hilly, Private, Sloped, Views, Wooded, Other - See Remarks
Details
- Additional parcels included: 065600951687
- Parcel number: 065600954750
- Zoning: RUR-HMST
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Modular
Materials
- Wood
- Foundation: Other - See Remarks
- Roof: Metal,Other - See Remarks
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2001
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Propane, Satellite Internet Available, Underground Power Lines, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated, Lake Access, Picnic Area, Pond, Recreation Area, Walking Trails, Other
- Subdivision: Gateway Mountain
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $140 monthly
- HOA name: Gateway Mountain POA
- HOA phone: 828-668-7878
- Second HOA fee: $1,407 annually
Location
- Region: Old Fort
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $214/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $422,090
- Annual tax amount: $2,862
- Date on market: 9/3/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 153 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Exchange
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Dirt, Gravel
Estimated market value
$564,000
$536,000 - $592,000
$2,771/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $575,000$214/sqft |
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| 1/19/2026 | Listing removed | $575,000$214/sqft |
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| 12/19/2025 | Price change | $575,000-5.7%$214/sqft |
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| 11/20/2025 | Price change | $610,000-6.1%$227/sqft |
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| 9/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $649,900+91.1%$242/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,862 | $422,090 |
| 2023 | $2,862 +38.5% | $422,090 +40.6% |
| 2022 | $2,066 | $300,240 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,386/mo
Principal & interest
$2679
HOA Fees
$257
Other costs
$450
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28762
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Old Fort Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 6.1 mi
- 2/10West Mcdowell Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 13.1 mi
- 3/10Mcdowell High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 13.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Old Fort
- Middle: West 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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