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688 Rhododendron Drive, Old Fort, NC
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Price reducedMLS® A12041089
$479,000

↓ Price reduced $20,000 on Sep 21, 2026

688 Rhododendron Drive, Old Fort, NC

Beds
3
Baths
2
Sqft
2,032
Est. payment$3,090/mo
Home type
Single Family Residence
Year built
1999
Lot size
121,968 sqft
Price / sqft
$236
HOA
$117/mo
Community
Gateway Mountain

Property description

An immaculate circular mountain home placed on 2.8 acres in the gated Gateway Mountain community. The 2,032 SqFt home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a new roof (2021), a new deck (2023), and hardly lived in. The fully stocked kitchen and nicely furnished interiors make this home truly turnkey.The home's unique round architecture by Deltec Homes creates a bright layout with lots of natural light, cedar wood walls and hardwood floors throughout both levels. Upon entrance you are greeted with a Baby Grand Piano in the open living and dining area that connects seamlessly to the kitchen featuring a peninsula, white cabinetry, and large windows overlooking the garden surroundings. The first level is completed with a bedroom, full bath, and utility room with a washer and dryer.Upstairs, the master bedroom boasts Drexel Heritage wood furniture, abundant light, a door to the wrap around deck through which the sun rises, and a bathroom with dual sinks. The third bedroom and office/family room with deck access complete the upper level. Cotton insulation, electric A/C, propane heat, and built-in generator keep the home efficient and ready year round.The stone wall at the entrance opens to a large driveway with ample parking. Short-term rentals allowed. Community amenities include Lake George, Waterfall Park, and hiking trails. Minutes from Old Fort, Catawba Falls, Asheville,Black Mountain and Lake Lure. Enjoy the peaceful mountain setting while staying close to adventure.

Listing activity

Days on market
67
Listed
Jul 24, 2026
MLS listing updated
2 hours ago
Feed last checked
7 minutes ago

Listed by Matilde Aguirre · RE/MAX United Realty

Map

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Bathrooms (decimal)
2
Full bathrooms
2

Rooms & features

Rooms
2
Interior features
Walk-In Closet(s), Other
Flooring
Wood
Appliances
Electric Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Furnished
Furnished
Window features
Blinds
Other equipment
Satellite Dish, TV Antenna

Heating & cooling

Heating
Central, Electric, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Property

Parking

Garage spaces
0
Carport spaces
0
Covered spaces
0
Parking features
Driveway
Attached garage
No

Exterior

Stories
2
Building area
2,032 sqft
Entry level
1
Patio & porch
Porch - Wrap Around, Porch - Open, Porch, Deck
Exterior features
Balcony, Lighting
Pool
No
View
Garden, Other
Waterfront property
No

Lot

Lot size
121,968 sqft
Lot size (acres)
2.8 acres
Lot dimensions
2.8 Acres
Zoning
Gateway Mountain
Road frontage
Private Road
Construction

Type & style

Home type
Single Family Residence
Year built
1999

Materials

Construction
Wood Siding
Roof
Shingle
Levels
Two
Faces
Southwest
Utilities & green energy

Utilities

Electric
Circuit Breakers
Sewer
Septic Tank
Water
Well
Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision
Gateway Mountain
MLS area
5960 - US other than Florida
Pets allowed
Yes
55+ community
Yes

Association

Has association
Yes
Association fee
$117 monthly
Estimated monthly dues
$117
Amenities
Gated, Maintained Community, Management, Manager On Site, Picnic Area
Services included
Recreation Facility, Common Areas, Security
Lease details

Not reported by the listing source.

Location

Area details

County
Other
Manufactured home details

Not reported by the listing source.

Financial & listing details

Listing

MLS number
A12041089
Possession
Close Of Escrow
Original list price
$499,000
Parcel number
065600574368
Annual property tax
$2,975
Tax year
2025
Tax legal description
LOT 736 GATEWAY MOUNTAIN, Old Fort, NC 28762
Additional MLS details

Reported by the listing source

Association Amenities
Gated, Maintained Community, Management, Manager On Site, Picnic Area
Association Fee Frequency
Monthly
Association Fee Includes
Recreation Facility, Common Areas, Security
Association
Yes
Bathrooms Total Decimal
2
Bathrooms Total Integer
2
Building Area Total
2032
Construction Materials
Wood Siding
County Or Parish
Other
Days On Market
67
Direction Faces
Southwest
List Price
479000
Listing Contract Date
2026-07-24
Living Area
2032
Lot Size Acres
2.8
Lot Size Area
121968
Lot Size Dimensions
2.8 Acres
MLSArea Major
5960 - US other than Florida
Mls Status
Active
On Market Date
2026-07-24
Patio And Porch Features
Porch - Wrap Around, Porch - Open, Porch, Deck
Photos Count
81
Price Change Timestamp
2026-09-21T19:02:33Z
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Property Type
Residential
Road Frontage Type
Private Road
Rooms Total
2
Senior Community
Yes
Standard Status
Active
State Or Province
NC
Status Change Timestamp
2026-07-24T04:00:00Z
Stories Total
2
Subdivision Name
Gateway Mountain
Water Source
Well
Tax Annual Amount
2975
Bathrooms Full
2
Pool Private
No
Bedrooms Total
3
Waterfront
No
General Property Information: Senior Community
Yes
Financial Information: Estimated Monthly Assoc Recurring Fee
117

Market value

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Price history

DateEventPrice
Jul 24, 2026ListedMIAMI REALTORS® MLS$499,000$246/sqft
Sep 21, 2026Price reducedMIAMI REALTORS® MLS$479,000$236/sqft

Public tax history

YearProperty taxesAssessment
2025$2,975—

Payment calculator

Estimated monthly payment$3,090/moIllustrative estimate, not a loan offer.
Principal & interest
$2,485
Property taxes
$248
Insurance
$240
Association dues
$117

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Neighborhood

Area

Gateway Mountain

Other County

Climate risk

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Nearby schools

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