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522 Old Us 70 Highway

Old Fort, NC 28762

Active 104 days on market Listing ID CAR 299945713

$309,900

Est. $1,781/mo See my rate

$279/Sq Ft

3 bd · 1 ba · 1,109 sqft · $279/sqft

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,109 Sq Ft
$279/Sq Ft
1937 Built
.61 acres Single Family Residence Listed Apr 14, 2026 Updated Jul 17, 2026 HOA None

About This Home

Price improvement on this Old Fort GEM! Just outside the city limits and short term rental friendly. Main floor living with easy access. The large, open and private backyard offers endless opportunities for expansion, outdoor entertaining, and more. This home has something for everyone. Outdoor enthusiasts will love being right on the Fonta Flora Trail, with quick access to popular routes like Point Lookout, Bernard Mountain, and Kitsuma Bottom — just 2 miles away — plus many more. Enjoy a short drive, ride, or walk to Camp Grier, or spend the day trout fishing in Mill Creek, a stocked stream just across the road (home is NOT in flood zone and did not flood during Helene). Short term rentals allowed.

Gardeners will appreciate the spacious backyard, already featuring kiwi, apple trees, various berries, willow, banana and more. Relax on the covered front and back porches, and take advantage of the detached single carport.

Investor potential as a short-term rental in this thriving outdoor recreation area. With no homeowners association, no known zoning restrictions, and no dues, you’ll enjoy flexibility and freedom. Rent it or come enjoy this retreat yourself.

Conveniently located with easy access to Interstate 40, this home is ideal for commuters. Inside, the kitchen features granite countertops and ample cabinetry. The living room offers warm wood floors and a cozy wood stove. There are three spacious bedrooms, one full bath, and an additional half bath with a laundry area. A bonus room provides extra flexibility for your needs.

The multi-use workshop, complete with electricity and insulation, is ready to be customized to suit your vision. The large, partially-fenced backyard offers privacy, plenty of space to expand, or simply a peaceful place to enjoy.

Popular locations within just minutes: CATAWBA FALLS, CURTIS CREEK, CAMP GRIER, HEARTBREAK RIDGE AND SO MANY MORE!

Property Details

Interior Details

Heating
  • Heat Pump
  • Wood Stove
Flooring
  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Wood
Sqftmain
1109
Roomcount
7
Sqftlower
0
Sqftthird
0
Sqftupper
0
Bedroommain
3
Bedroomlower
0
Bedroomthird
0
Bedroomupper
0
Fullbathmain
1
Halfbathmain
1
Fullbathlower
0
Fullbaththird
0
Fullbathupper
0
Halfbathlower
0
Halfbaththird
0
Halfbathupper
0
Half Bathrooms
1
Bedroombasement
0
Bedroomsecondlq
0
Total Bathrooms
2
Fullbathbasement
0
Fullbathsecondlq
0
Halfbathbasement
0
Halfbathsecondlq
0
Laundry Features
  • In Bathroom
Sqftunheatedmain
0
Mainlevelgarageyn
0
Sqftunheatedlower
0
Sqftunheatedthird
0
Sqftunheatedtotal
0
Sqftunheatedupper
0
Sqfttotalpropertyhla
1109
Sqftunheatedbasement
0
Sqftsecondlivingquarters
0
Sqftsecondlivingquartershla
0

Dwelling And Structure

Architectural Style
  • Cottage

Square Footage And Levels

Levels
  • One
Above Grade Finished Area
1109
Below Grade Finished Area
0

Parking And Garage

Carport Spaces
1
Carport Present
true
Parking Features
  • Detached Carport

Exterior Features

Roof
  • Metal
Exterior Features
  • Fire Pit
  • Storage
Construction Materials
  • Vinyl
Patio And Porch Features
  • Covered
  • Front Porch

Lot And Land

Lot Features
  • Cleared
  • Orchard(s)
  • Level
Lot Size Acres
0.61
Lot Size Units
Acres
Other Structures
  • Outbuilding

Basement And Foundation

Foundation Details
  • Crawl Space

Utilities

Sewer
  • Septic Installed
Utilities
  • Electricity Connected
  • Wired Internet Available
Water Source
  • City

Financial Information

Citytaxespaidto
No City Taxes Paid

Zoning And Restrictions

Zoningspecification
None

Listed by Jeannie Conner (828-447-3891) · Greybeard Realty Old Fort Office (828-668-6077)

Location

Address
522 Old Us 70 Highway
City
Old Fort, NC 28762
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Schools

Elementary
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Middle
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High
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