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181 Byron Forest Drive

Horse Shoe, NC 28742

Active Listed 90 Days Price cut to $895,000 Sep 21, 2026 Listing ID CAR 305655923

$895,000
Est. $5,764/mo20% down · 7.125% · 30-yrAdjust
  • P&I$4,824
  • Taxes$559
  • Insurance$298
  • HOA$83

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$267/Sq Ft

3 bd · 3 ba · 3,348 sqft · $267/sqft

3 Beds
3 Baths
3,348 Sq Ft
$267/Sq Ft
2024 Built
.79 acres Single Family Residence The Cottages At Byron Forest Listed Jul 9, 2026 Updated Oct 7, 2026 HOA $1,000/yr

HOA & Association

Dues$1,000/yrMonthly≈ $83/mo

About This Home

Almost new mountain property in gated Cottages at Byron Forest offers three main-level bedrooms and two full baths, plus a daylight basement bonus room with its own large walk-in closet and a full bath nearby (3-bedroom septic). Light-filled home with walls of windows, soaring ceilings and an open floor plan surrounded by mature trees. The backyard is perfect for fencing and offers space for a patio, fire feature, gardening, so much more.

Inside features include engineered hardwood floors, open dining area, kitchen w/ leathered countertops, 42" cabinetry, walk-in pantry, stainless steel appliances and large center island, all open to the great room with floor-to-ceiling stone gas fireplace. Enjoy the peaceful setting from the covered screened porch with tongue-and-groove ceiling and cedar posts. The sunny primary suite includes a walk-in closet and private bath.

The 1312 SF finished walkout lower level significantly expands the living space with a family room, large bonus room, full bath, versatile nook, heated/cooled storage and fitness/bike room with exterior access. The family room opens directly to the covered lower porch and yard, creating excellent flexibility for guests, extended stays, work or recreation. Additional upgrades include a whole-house generator, tankless water heater, composite decking and smart siding.

Convenient to Horse Shoe amenities, restaurants, the Ecusta Trail and boating access.

Property history

  1. Sep 21, 2026
    Price reduced $895,000 Active
    Was $900,000
  2. Aug 12, 2026
    Price reduced $900,000 Active
    Was $925,000
  3. Jul 19, 2026
    Price reduced $925,000 Active
    Was $942,000
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  1. Jul 9, 2026
    Listed for sale $942,000 Active
    Listed 90 Days
  2. Aug 8, 2024
    Sold $765,000 Closed
    Listed $775,000 · Apr 26, 2024 104 days on market
    Previously sold for $765,000
  3. Apr 26, 2024
    Previously listed $775,000 Closed

Property Details

Interior Details

Heating
  • Ductless
  • Forced Air
  • Propane
Flooring
  • Tile
  • Vinyl
  • Wood
Exclusions
all mirrors except bathroom mirrors
Room Count
14
Garage Sq Ft
480
Door Features
  • Insulated Door(s)
  • Sliding Doors
Half Bathrooms
0
Total Bathrooms
3
Window Features
  • Insulated Window(s)
  • Window Treatments
Laundry Features
  • Laundry Room
  • Main Level
Main Level Sq Ft
2036
Main Level Garage
Yes
Security Features
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
  • Radon Mitigation System
  • Smoke Detector(s)
Fireplace Features
  • Gas Log
  • Great Room
Basement Full Baths
1
Basement Half Baths
0
Main Level Bedrooms
3
Main Level Full Baths
2
Main Level Half Baths
0

Dwelling And Structure

Construction Type
Site Built
Architectural Style
  • Farmhouse
  • Modern
Green Sustainability
  • Engineered Wood Products

Square Footage And Levels

Levels
  • One
Above Grade Finished Area
2036
Below Grade Finished Area
1312

Parking And Garage

Parking Features
  • Driveway
  • Attached Garage

Exterior Features

Roof
  • Architectural Shingle
Construction Materials
  • Hardboard Siding
  • Stone Veneer
Patio And Porch Features
  • Covered
  • Front Porch
  • Rear Porch
  • Screened

Lot And Land

Lot Features
  • Level
  • Sloped
  • Wooded
  • Views
Lot Size Acres
0.79
Lot Size Units
Acres
Lot Size Dimensions
115x272x124x304

Basement And Foundation

Basement
  • Daylight
  • Finished
  • Storage Space
  • Walk-Out Access
Foundation Details
  • Basement
  • Crawl Space

Waterfront And View

View
  • Mountain(s)
  • Winter

Utilities

Sewer
  • Septic Installed
Utilities
  • Electricity Connected
  • Propane
  • Underground Utilities
Water Source
  • Well

Financial Information

Hoa Dues
Mandatory
City Taxes Paid To
No City Taxes Paid

Zoning And Restrictions

Zoning
R2 R
Restrictions
Subdivision
Subject To Ccrs
Yes

Listed by Libby Collina (828-203-3005) · Broker WNC Inc (828-203-3005)

Location

Address
181 Byron Forest Drive
City
Horse Shoe, NC 28742
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Schools

Elementary
Mills River
Middle
Rugby
High
West Henderson

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