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916 Fire Tower Rd, Bostic, NC, 28018

3beds
5baths
2,632sqft
$590,000
$224price/sqft
$3,676/moest. monthly cost
$147,040/yrincome needed

About This Home

A rare opportunity awaits in the heart of Golden Valley. Offered for sale for the very first time, this beautifully maintained, fully furnished 3-bedroom, 4.5-bath home is nestled on 7.41 scenic acres within a gated community, offering the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and natural beauty. Built in 2003, the thoughtfully designed 1.5-story home with a full basement features spacious living areas, a stunning floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, and beautiful mountain views. A wraparound porch invites you to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings, while a creek along the back corner of the property adds to the tranquil mountain setting. The covered patio off the lower level provides additional outdoor living space for entertaining or unwinding. Ideally located just minutes from South Mountains State Park and the adjoining South Mountains Game Lands, the property offers exceptional access to thousands of acres of hiking, wildlife, and outdoor recreation. A gated entrance, gravel circular driveway, and multiple storage sheds add both convenience and functionality. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence or a peaceful mountain getaway, this one-owner property is being offered fully furnished, presenting a rare opportunity to own a move-in-ready mountain home that has never before been available on the open market.

Getting Around

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WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
19
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

9/10
7/10
Honea Path Middle SchoolGrades 6-83.3 mi
6/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2003

Materials

  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction materials: Log,Wood

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Cabin
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Electric Oven,Electric Range,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer/Dryer
  • Laundry features: In Hall,Laundry Closet,Main Level

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access,Walk-Up Access

Bathroom Full

  • Level: Upper

Bathroom Half

  • Level: Main

Bedroom S

  • Level: Upper

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 5
  • Full bathrooms: 4
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 1

Features

  • Flooring: Vinyl,Wood
  • Fireplace features: Living Room,Wood Burning
  • Finished area below ground: 931
  • Finished area above ground: 1,701

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Heat Pump
  • Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,Heat Pump

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,701
  • Total interior livable area: 2,632 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: Main

Living Room

  • Level: Main

Other

  • Level: Basement

Primary Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Recreation Room

  • Level: Basement

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 1665111291
  • Zoning: SFR
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Stories: 1
  • Patio & porch: Covered,Deck,Front Porch,Patio,Rear Porch,Wrap Around
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Mountain(s),Winter

Lot

  • Lot size: 7.41 Acres
  • Features: Private,Views,Wooded

Parking

  • Parking features: Circular Driveway,Driveway
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

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How This Home’s Risks Compare

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Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,983$35,796
Home Insurance *$157$1,884
Property Taxes $291$3,492
Electricity $245$2,941
Total$3,676$44,112
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$126,034/yr
40% on housing$110,280/yr
45% on housing$98,026/yr

North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 235,990Commercial: 10,165
Total Premiums$278.20M
Total Exposure$57.33B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 11.6%
11.6%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.0%
4.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 8.5%
8.5%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$224This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 28018$155
Rutherford County$227

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 28018$216
Rutherford County$196

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-07-23Listed for sale$590,000
2002-02-15Sold$40,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentIvette Drumgool
BrokerageHoward Hanna Beverly-Hanks

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