6521 Lake James Rd

Marion, NC 28752

$1,275,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2,677 Sq. Ft.
$476 / Sq. Ft.
2,677
Sq. Ft.
$476
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Stunning long water & mtn views surround this private, gated estate at Lake James. The winding driveway leads to a gorgeous perch, an oversized, front porch, w/ vaulted tongue-in-grove ceiling, miles of Lake James water in front of you & the cozy firepit & outdoor living space designed for enjoying the view. Entering the home, you'll immediate notice Dobson's Knob rising in the distance through the back windows, the magnificent stone fireplace that reaches to the soaring ceiling, spacious screened...Stunning long water & mtn views surround this private, gated estate at Lake James. The winding driveway leads to a gorgeous perch, an oversized, front porch, w/ vaulted tongue-in-grove ceiling, miles of Lake James water in front of you & the cozy firepit & outdoor living space designed for enjoying the view. Entering the home, you'll immediate notice Dobson's Knob rising in the distance through the back windows, the magnificent stone fireplace that reaches to the soaring ceiling, spacious screened porch, well-appointed kitchen, and enough space for the whole family & friends to congregate. The home has 3 bedrooms, an office, and flexible space above the garage. This private 7.6+ ac. oasis, known as the Lake James Escape, is in a successful rental program that families rave about. Located right across the street from Black Bear access & Bear Creek Marina, makes enjoying Lake James boating & water sports easy. No HOA!
  1. Listed by Keller Williams Unified • bryan@lakejames.com
  2. Listed by Keller Williams Unified

Property Details for 6521 Lake James Road

Architectural Style
Rustic
Waterfront Features
Other - See Remarks
View
Long Range, Mountain(s), Water, Winter, Year Round
Parking Features
Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Faces Front, Parking Space(s)
Subdivision Name
None
LISTING UPDATED: 01/27/2026 11:44 AM

Property Details for 6521 Lake James Road

StatusClosed
MLS #4174810
Days on Market464
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2018
Lot Size7.66 AC / 333,669 SF
CountyMcDowell County
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Sold By GreyBeard Realty

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Building Information for 6521 Lake James Road

Stories-Year Built2018Building Size-Lot Size7.66 AC / 333,669 SF

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$6,353

Property Taxes

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Property Information for 6521 Lake James Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water Body Name: Lake James
  • Longitude: -81.96829443
  • Latitude: 35.752087
  • Directions: Driveway directly across from Black Bear Access Boat Ramp.
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: No
  • HOA Subject To: None
  • Tax Assessed Value: $944,090.00
  • Parcel Number: 171400913810
  • City Taxes Paid To: No City Taxes Paid
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Unspecified
  • High School: McDowell
  • Elementary School: Unspecified
Parking
  • Parking: Open Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking: Carport YN: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Garage Main Level YN: Yes
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Lot Information
  • Elevation: 1000
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2677.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 2317
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 360
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 2677.0
  • Lot Features: Cleared, Hilly, Level, Private, Sloped, Wooded, Views
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Down Payment Resource YN: No
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 44
  • Road Responsibility: No Road
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Restrictions: Deed, Other - See Remarks
Green Features
  • Green Verification Count: 0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Utilities: Propane, Underground Power Lines
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Hot Tub
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Construction Materials: Fiber Cement, Stone Veneer
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Side Porch
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Exhaust Fan, Exhaust Hood, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Levels: 1 Story/F.R.O.G.
  • Other Equipment: Fuel Tank(s), Generator
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Interior Features: Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Vented, Great Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors
  • Window Features: Insulated Window(s), Window Treatments
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Basement YN: No
  • Bedroom Main: 3
  • Full Bath Main: 2
  • Half Bath Main: 1
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 11.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
Room 2
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Main
Room 3
  • Room Types: Great Room
  • Room Level: Main
Room 4
  • Room Types: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
Room 5
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Main
Room 6
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Main
Room 7
  • Room Types: Play Room
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 8
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Main
Room 9
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Half
  • Room Level: Main
Room 10
  • Room Types: Laundry
  • Room Level: Main
Room 11
  • Room Types: Dining Area
  • Room Level: Main

Property History for 6521 Lake James Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 23, 2026

Closed

CANOPY #4174810

$1,275,000—
Jan 15, 2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1926684788

$1,275,000

-0.1% / yr

Dec 10, 2025

Under Contract-Show

CANOPY #4174810

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/23/2026

Closed

CANOPY #4174810

$1,275,000
01/15/2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1926684788

$1,275,000

-0.1% / yr

12/10/2025

Under Contract-Show

CANOPY #4174810

—

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 6521 Lake James Road

Taxable ValueLand$250,000Additions$694,090Total$944,090
Tax Record2025$6,590 ($549 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt2,391 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,391 SqFtStories1Lot Size333,670 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2018CountyMCDOWELLAPN1714-00-91-3810Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 6521 Lake James Road

This home is within Mcdowell County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
North Cove Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
West McDowell Junior High School
Public - 6 to 8
McDowell High School
Public - 9 to 12
Eastfield Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
North Cove Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

West McDowell Junior High School
Public6 to 8

McDowell High School
Public9 to 12

Eastfield Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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