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429 Biodome Dr, Waynesville, NC, 28785

5beds
5baths
3,987sqft
$525,000
$132price/sqft
$3,507/moest. monthly cost
$140,280/yrincome needed

About This Home

Elevated mountain living! “Starwood” is a stunning 3-story log home near the woods that offers the perfect blend of rustic luxury and modern comfort. This home offers expansive living spaces, soaring ceilings, multiple skylights, and spectacular mountain views, it’s a true retreat where every day feels like a mountain getaway. Secluded, but in a tight-knit neighborhood, the home is not only stunning but also solid and secure. With a private well delivering pure mountain water, you can enjoy self-sufficiency and sustainability in the heart of Western North Carolina. A spacious, self-contained apartment on the first floor offers the opportunity for multi-generational living or a lucrative rental income opportunity. Featuring a separate entrance, open plan living room/kitchen, bedroom, bonus studio, and two bathrooms, this flexible living space can easily be tailored to your lifestyle. Whether you’re gathering with family in the spacious great room enjoying the breathtaking views, watching the gentle wildlife from your wrap-around deck, or retreating to one of the multiple bedrooms and living areas, this home is designed for both comfort and connection. Easy access to the quaint town of Waynesville, Maggie Valley, Cherokee and Asheville. If you’ve dreamed of a private mountain escape with plenty of space to host, relax, raise kids, or enjoy organic gardening on over three-fourths of an acre, Starwood may just be your new forever home!

Getting Around

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

Schools

9/10
4/10
Waynesville MiddleGrades 6-85.5 mi
7/10
Tuscola HighGrades 9-125.8 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1987

Materials

  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof: Fiberglass,Wood
  • Construction materials: Log,Stone

Type & Style

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

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Dual Flush Toilets,Electric Cooktop,Electric Oven,Electric Water Heater,Exhaust Fan,Exhaust Hood,Microwave,Oven,Refrigerator,Washer,Washer/Dryer
  • Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,In Basement,In Bathroom,Mud Room,Inside,Laundry Closet,Laundry Room,Lower Level,Main Level,Multiple Locations,Sink,Washer Hookup

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Apartment,Daylight,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access,Walk-Up Access

Bathroom Full

  • Level: Main

Bathroom Full

  • Level: Main

Bathroom Full

  • Level: 2nd Living Quarters

Bathroom Full

  • Level: Upper

Bathroom Half

  • Level: 2nd Living Quarters

Bedroom S

  • Level: Main

Bedroom S

  • Level: Upper

Bedroom S

  • Level: 2nd Living Quarters

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

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

Bonus Room

  • Level: Upper

Bonus Room

  • Level: Upper

Features

  • Breakfast Bar,Built-in Features,Kitchen Island,Open Floorplan,Pantry,Storage,Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Door features: Pocket Doors,Screen Door(s)
  • Window features: Insulated Windows,Skylight(s)
  • Flooring: Carpet,Laminate,Tile,Wood
  • Fireplace features: Den,Propane
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 3,987

Great Room

  • Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
  • Level: Main

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Ductless,Electric,Forced Air,Propane,Wall Furnace,Other
  • Cooling features: Ductless,Electric

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 3,987
  • Total interior livable area: 3,987 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Breakfast Bar
  • Level: Main

Living Room

  • Level: 2nd Living Quarters

Other

  • Level: 2nd Living Quarters

Other

  • Level: Lower

Primary Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Primary Bedroom

  • Level: 2nd Living Quarters

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: Two or More Access Exits

Details

  • Parcel number: 7698616467
  • Zoning: None
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

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

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.78 Acres
  • Features: Cleared,Level,Paved,Private,Rolling Slope,Wooded,Views

Parking

  • Parking features: Circular Driveway,Driveway,Parking Lot,Parking Space(s),RV Access/Parking
  • 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

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Landslide
    LandslideRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Inland Flooding
Landslide
Lightning
Strong Wind
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters in Haywood 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 $2,654$31,848
Home Insurance *$178$2,136
Property Taxes $304$3,648
Electricity $371$4,456
Total$3,507$42,084
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$120,240/yr
40% on housing$105,210/yr
45% on housing$93,520/yr

North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs

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NCIUA - Coastal Property Insurance Pool (CPIP)

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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: 8.7%
8.7%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.0%
4.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 0.2%
0.2%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$132This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 28785$169
Haywood County$210

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 28785$243
Haywood County$246

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
2026-05-04Price change$599,000
2026-03-06Listed for sale$628,000
2025-11-10Listing removed$629,000
2025-10-14Price change$629,000
2025-09-24Price change$649,000
2025-09-03Price change$674,000
2025-07-30Price change$699,000
2025-07-15Price change$745,000
2025-05-29Listed for sale$795,000
2011-08-07Listing removed$249,500
2011-02-04Listed for sale$249,500

For Sale by Agent

AgentBruce McGovern
BrokerageMcGovern Property Management, Inc.

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