For Sale $1,619,000
Exceptional waterfront living awaits at 23 Anchor Dr. in The Arbor at Lake James, where luxury, comfort and effortless lake living come together in one remarkable turnkey package. Built in 2025 and meticulously maintained, this like-new home has been a highly successful short-term rental while offering an ideal design for full-time living. The thoughtfully crafted main-level floor plan features a spacious primary suite and secondary bedroom, each with private en-suite baths. The open-concept living area showcases a gas fireplace, granite countertops, upgraded stainless steel smart appliances with Wi-Fi connectivity, abundant natural light and seamless flow for relaxing and entertaining. The finished walkout lower level offers 2 additional bedrooms, full bath, wet bar area and second gas fireplace, creating exceptional space for family and guests. Outside, enjoy the best of Lake James from your private waterfront setting featuring over 100 feet of shoreline and tucked within a peaceful cove known for fishing and calm waters. The impressive two-tier dock features a boat lift, upper-level lounging area and diving platform, providing the perfect place to swim, relax, entertain and take in the lake views. Offered fully furnished and including the dock, boat lift, pontoon boat and jet ski, this turnkey waterfront retreat is ready to enjoy from day one. Located within the desirable gated Arbor community with walking trails, community pavilion and boat/RV storage, all that's missing-is you!
Dock - Floating, Other - See Remarks
Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Split Bedroom, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Other - See Remarks
| List Price: | $1,619,000 |
| Status: | For Sale |
| Bedrooms: | 4 |
| Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Approx Sq. Ft.: | 1923 sqft |
| Parking: | Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side |
| MLS Number: | CAR4391693 |
| Subdivision: | The Arbor at Lake James |
| Bathrooms: | 4 |
| Lot Description: | Sloped, Wooded, Waterfront |
| Year Built: | 2025 |
| Sewer Type: | Septic Installed |
| Elementary: | Nebo |
| Middle: | East McDowell |
| High: | McDowell |
| Date | Event | Price | $/SQFT |
| 07-22-2026 | Price Decrease | $1,619,000-1.82% | $842 |
| 07-07-2026 | Listed | $1,649,000 | $858 |
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| Street Address | Distance | Status | List Price | Days on Market |
| 23 Anchor Drive, Nebo NC | 0 mi | $1,619,000 | days | |
| 27 Anchor Drive, Nebo NC | 0 mi | $2,699,000 | days | |
| 1313 High Trail Drive, Nebo NC | 0.3 mi | $2,100,000 | days | |
| 1503 Black Forest Drive, Marion NC | 0.6 mi | $3,890,000 | days | |
| Blue Hill Parkway, Marion NC | 0.6 mi | $273,000 | days | |
| Blue Hill Parkway, Marion NC | 0.7 mi | $194,858 | days |
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| Down Payment Amount | $990,000 |
| Mortgage Amount | $3,960,000 |
| Monthly Payment (Principal & Interest Only) | $19,480 |
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| Total Monthly Payment | $20,941 |
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A Courtesy Listing Provided By Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Biltmore Park
23 Anchor Drive, Nebo NC is a 1923 ft2 on a 0.820 acres lot. This is for $1,619,000. This has 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, and was built in 2025.
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