




279 Outback Trl, Nebo, NC, 28761
About This Home
Welcome to 279 Outback Trail in Nebo NC with plenty of room to roam! Located in The Meadows and Lake James Station, this extraordinary 3BR/2BA home sits on 9.5 acres across 3 lots and offers stunning mountain views. The main level features a large open great room filled with natural light, plus covered front and back porches perfect for enjoying the serene setting. A large primary bedroom suite on the main level with large full bath and walk-in closets. An oversized garage for two cars and plenty of storage space. The full finished basement provides ample additional living space, ideal for guests, recreation, or home office use. Enjoy a community pool, and the convenient location just minutes from Lake James and I-40. A rare find with privacy, views, and community perks!
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2008
Materials
- Construction materials: Log,Wood
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Rustic
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Gas Range,Microwave,Refrigerator with Ice Maker
- Laundry features: Laundry Room,Lower Level,Main Level
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Daylight,Exterior Entry,Finished,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access,Walk-Up Access
Bathroom Full
- Level: Main
Bathroom Full
- Level: Main
Bathroom Full
- Level: Basement
Bathroom Full
- Level: Basement
Bedroom S
- Level: Main
Bedroom S
- Level: Main
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Bonus Room
- Level: Basement
Bonus Room
- Level: Basement
Bonus Room
- Level: Basement
Bonus Room
- Level: Basement
Features
- Soaking Tub,Kitchen Island,Open Floorplan,Pantry,Walk-In Closet(s),Walk-In Pantry
- Flooring: Tile,Vinyl,Wood
- Fireplace features: Bonus Room,Family Room,Gas Log
- Finished area below ground: 2,331
- Finished area above ground: 2,465
Great Room
- Level: Main
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Electric,Heat Pump
- Cooling features: Central Air,Heat Pump
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,465
- Total interior livable area: 4,796 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Primary Bedroom
- Level: Main
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Two or More Access Exits
Details
- Parcel number: 174200881023
- Zoning: R
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: Community
- Patio & porch: Covered,Deck,Front Porch,Patio,Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Long Range,Mountain(s),Year Round
Lot
- Lot size: 9.50 Acres
- Features: Wooded
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage,Garage Door Opener,Garage on Main Level
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
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
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Inland Flooding
- Landslide
- Tornado
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in McDowell County and North Carolina
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $4,545 | $54,540 |
| Home Insurance * | $263 | $3,156 |
| Property Taxes | $502 | $6,024 |
| Electricity | $446 | $5,360 |
| Total | $5,756 | $69,072 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs
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.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-10 | Listed for sale | $899,000 |
| 2026-01-31 | Listing removed | $899,000 |
| 2025-07-04 | Listed for sale | $899,000 |
| 2024-02-16 | Sold | $750,000 |
| 2011-10-31 | Sold | $383,000 |
| 2006-12-15 | Sold | $64,000 |
| 2006-07-19 | Sold | $47,500 |
