
$700,000 $209/sqft
1482 Howard Moore Road
Hot Springs, NC 28743
3 bd · 3 ba · 3,351 sqft · 7 ac · 2005 · 3 d ago
Spring Creek feels like a true mountain-valley setting, where the landscape does most of the talking.
Community overview based on MLS listing data for Spring Creek, Hot Springs
Spring Creek feels like a true mountain-valley setting, where the landscape does most of the talking. Homes and land here spread out along Hwy 209 and the surrounding roads, with creek frontage, long-range views, wooded hillsides, and open pasture shaping the day-to-day experience. The community has a rural, working-land character that shows up in the way properties are described: farmhouses, cabins, acreage tracts, and older homes with plenty of elbow room.
"A mountain setting with creekside character, open land, and wide views defines Spring Creek’s appeal."
The housing mix leans strongly toward single-family homes on larger parcels, and the lot sizes make that clear. Many properties sit on acreage rather than compact neighborhood lots, so the setting feels spacious and more private than suburban. Architecture ranges from historic farmhouses and rustic cabins to traditional mountain homes, with some properties offering outbuildings, barns, workshops, and garden space. Wood floors, covered porches, decks, and mountain-facing outdoor areas show up often, reinforcing the area’s relaxed, outdoors-oriented feel.
A few homes are older and clearly ready for restoration, while others have been carefully maintained or updated over time. That mix creates a community with character rather than uniformity. Spring Creek is also shaped by its natural surroundings: steep hills, pastureland, trout stream frontage, and views toward the ridgelines give the area a distinctly Appalachian identity.
Daily life in Spring Creek is tied closely to the land and the surrounding recreation. The Spring Creek Community Center serves as a local gathering point, and the broader Hot Springs area is known for hiking and fishing. Listings also point to easy access to the Appalachian Trail, Max Patch, mineral hot springs, and state-stocked trout fishing in Spring Creek. Fiber internet has also been noted in the area, which is a useful modern amenity in a rural setting.
"Here, the rhythm is set by mountain scenery, creek access, and the outdoor destinations just beyond the front door."
Spring Creek sits in the Hot Springs area, along the Hwy 209 corridor and within reach of downtown Hot Springs. One listing places the community about 10 miles from Downtown Hot Springs, and another notes the location between Hot Springs and Waynesville/Maggie Valley. That puts the area in a scenic pocket of western North Carolina with a distinctly mountain-oriented travel pattern.
School assignments were not specified in the listing material, so the community’s school profile remains unspecified here. Nearby places named in the remarks include the French Broad River, Southern Dharma Retreat Center, Max Patch, the Appalachian Trail, mineral hot springs, and the Spring Creek Community Center. For buyers who want a rural address with real mountain character and access to well-known outdoor destinations, Spring Creek delivers a setting that feels both secluded and connected to the region’s natural landmarks.
Palmetto Park Realty Team · Hot Springs
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| Property | Sold | Sold Price | Days on Market | Size | Sold to Ask | Sold $/SF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | Aug 22 2025 | $262,500 | 48 | 1,270 sq ft | 87.9% | $207 |
| | Nov 10 2021 | $180,000 | 86 | 864 sq ft | 94.7% | $208 |
| | Oct 15 2019 | $9,000 | 512 | — | 85.7% | — |
| | Sep 30 2016 | $65,000 | 237 | 1,280 sq ft | 108.3% | $51 |
| | Aug 29 2014 | $32,000 | 2499 | — | 82.1% | — |
| | Sep 13 2013 | $275,000 | 332 | 2,126 sq ft | 92.0% | $129 |
| | Dec 31 2011 | $162,500 | 1983 | 3,252 sq ft | 92.9% | $50 |
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