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279 Outback Trl, Nebo, NC, 28761

3beds
2baths
4,796sqft
$899,000
$187price/sqft
$5,756/moest. monthly cost
$230,240/yrincome needed

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

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
0
BikeNot Bike Friendly

Schools

5/10
Nebo Elementary SchoolGrades PK-53.3 mi
10/10
McDowell Early CollegeGrades 9-126.6 mi

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
    Ice StormRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Landslide
    LandslideModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Ice Storm
Lightning
Strong Wind
Cold Wave
Hail
Inland Flooding
Landslide
Tornado

FEMA Declared Disasters in McDowell County and North Carolina

Flood
Hurricane
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Tropical Depression
Tropical Storm
Winter Storm

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 $4,545$54,540
Home Insurance *$263$3,156
Property Taxes $502$6,024
Electricity $446$5,360
Total$5,756$69,072
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$197,348/yr
40% on housing$172,680/yr
45% on housing$153,493/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: 11.2%
11.2%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.0%
4.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.5%
1.5%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$187This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 28761$461
McDowell County$260

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 28761$274
McDowell County$232

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
2026-02-10Listed for sale$899,000
2026-01-31Listing removed$899,000
2025-07-04Listed for sale$899,000
2024-02-16Sold$750,000
2011-10-31Sold$383,000
2006-12-15Sold$64,000
2006-07-19Sold$47,500

For Sale by Agent

AgentTami Newman
BrokerageERA Live Moore

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