Been looking for a classic mountain log cabin without the maintenance? Wanting a getaway that's still convenient to town, a gorgeous lake and two of NC's best cities? Well, you found it. This one-owner, well-maintained rustic charmer has so much to love: a brand new roof, 3 large bedrooms each with their own attached bath, a stunning floor-to-ceiling gas fireplace, decks all around, 4-inch oak floors, custom molding and trim throughout, stainless steel appliances, Corian countertops and a huge detached garage complete with its own finished (no HVAC currently) space above the parking area. Use it as a workout room, abundant storage, art studio, additional guest quarters - so many possibilities. Need a primary home? The convenience to I-40, Lake James and its state park, the town of Marion and the amazing cities of Asheville (45 min) and Charlotte (90 minutes) make that totally feasible. Need a vacation home that helps pay for itself? She can do that too! Short-term rentals (AirBNB & VRBO) are allowed! Tucked just inside a lovely small gated community, enjoy the benefits of security, a community pool and friendly neighbors all with low HOA fees. A solid, warm and inviting property, she is move-in ready. Bring your own warmth and love - and let's make her a home again.
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Price cut: $1K (3/31)
$520,000
28 Outback Trl, Nebo, NC 28761
3beds
2,183sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2005
1.55 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$238/sqft
$44/mo HOA
What's special
Huge detached garageDecks all aroundBrand new roofStunning floor-to-ceiling gas fireplaceStainless steel appliancesCorian countertops
- 42 days |
- 2,077 |
- 96 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 31, 2026 at 11:48am
Listing Provided by:
Matt Lutz matt@greybeardrealty.com,
GreyBeard Realty
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4349163
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom half
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
Dining area
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central, Heat Pump, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Doors: French Doors
- Has basement: No
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,183
- Total interior livable area: 2,183 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,183
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Shop, Garage on Main Level
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Two or More Access Exits
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch, Side Porch
- Pool features: Community
- Fencing: Front Yard,Partial,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Winter
- Body of water: Lake James
Lot
- Size: 1.55 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Level, Private, Views
Details
- Parcel number: 174200764330
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin,Rustic
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: The Meadows at Lake James Station
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $525 annually
- HOA name: The Meadows at Lake James POA
- HOA phone: 630-995-2173
Location
- Region: Nebo
- Elevation: 1000 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $238/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $432,600
- Annual tax amount: $2,589
- Date on market: 2/23/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 42 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/31/2026 | Price change | $520,000-0.2%$238/sqft |
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| 3/20/2026 | Price change | $521,000-0.2%$239/sqft |
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| 2/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $522,000-0.6%$239/sqft |
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| 1/9/2026 | Listing removed | $524,900$240/sqft |
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| 10/16/2025 | Price change | $524,900-4.5%$240/sqft |
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| 8/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $549,900$252/sqft |
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| 7/24/2025 | Listing removed | $549,900$252/sqft |
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| 5/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $549,900+32.5%$252/sqft |
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| 9/13/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/29/2021 | Listed for sale | $415,000+13.7%$190/sqft |
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| 8/16/2020 | Listing removed | $364,900$167/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Newton RE #3598286 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2020 | Price change | $364,900-2%$167/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Newton RE #3598286 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2020 | Price change | $372,500-0.6%$171/sqft |
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| 3/3/2020 | Listed for sale | $374,900+53%$172/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Newton RE #3598286 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2016 | Sold | $245,000-5.7%$112/sqft |
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| 4/14/2016 | Pending sale | $259,900$119/sqft |
Source: WNC Real Estate, Inc. #26977 Report a problem | ||
| 2/8/2016 | Price change | $259,900-3.7%$119/sqft |
Source: WNC Real Estate Inc. #15914 Report a problem | ||
| 2/16/2015 | Listed for sale | $269,900-8.5%$124/sqft |
Source: The Real Estate Book #26977 Report a problem | ||
| 1/6/2015 | Listing removed | $295,000$135/sqft |
Source: ERA Mountain View Properties #15458 Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/2014 | Listed for sale | $295,000$135/sqft |
Source: ERA Mountain View Properties #15458 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,589 | $432,600 |
| 2024 | $2,589 | $432,600 |
| 2023 | $2,589 +38.2% | $432,600 +56.6% |
| 2022 | $1,873 -10.5% | $276,290 -21.9% |
| 2021 | $2,093 -1.7% | $353,720 -0.2% |
| 2020 | $2,128 -98.7% | $354,360 +40.8% |
| 2017 | $163,704 +9900% | $251,660 +7% |
| 2016 | $1,637 | $235,200 -6.5% |
| 2014 | $1,637 +1.7% | $251,660 |
| 2013 | $1,610 | $251,660 |
| 2012 | -- | $251,660 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,819/mo
Principal & interest
$2550
Property taxes
$225
HOA Fees
$44
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28761
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Nebo Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.2 mi
- 6/10East Mcdowell Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 7.2 mi
- 10/10McDowell Early CollegeGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.4 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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