Old Fort Homes for Sale

Old Fort Homes for Sale

Located in McDowell County, North Carolina, Old Fort is a charming city with a rich history and plenty to offer its residents. With a variety of homes for sale, Old Fort provides opportunities for individuals and families looking to settle in a peaceful and scenic area.

The real estate market in Old Fort features a mix of property types, including cozy single-family homes, spacious estates, and charming cottages. Whether you're looking for a quiet retreat or a place to raise a family, Old Fort has options to suit various preferences and budgets.

In addition to its real estate offerings, Old Fort boasts a welcoming community, beautiful natural surroundings, and convenient access to outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and camping. The city's historic downtown area is home to local shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions, adding to its appeal as a place to call home.

If you're considering a move to a peaceful and picturesque location in North Carolina, Old Fort may just be the perfect place for you to find your dream home.

Newest Old Fort Homes for Sale

574 Hodges Creek Drive, Old Fort
$215,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4437027 MLS ⋅ 2,033 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Large and Modern 3 Bed, 2 Bath, plus 1 bonus room double wide for sale in Old Fort! Located near the end of a gravel road and situated on 2 acres, this very large home offers 2,033 square feet of living space with the sound of a mountain creek nearby! Just inside the front door you will step into a large living room (18'x12'9") that offers mountain views through the front windows. The living room flows openly into the spacious kitchen and den area, perfect for hosting! The kitchen has a new range and microwave installed. The primary bedroom is to the left of the living room and has a large bathroom and walk-in closet. There are 2 additional bedrooms, 1 bonus room and another bath on the other end of the home along with a large laundry room! Home was new in 2018, and many things have been updated including the primary bath. This home is priced more affordable due to the long gravel driveway and the topography of the land.

574 Hodges Creek Drive, Old Fort

Listing courtesy of Realty Group 1 LLC. kevindproctor@aol.com
89 Cammies Way, Old Fort
$1,750,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 4436849 MLS ⋅ 4,138 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
The Westover Lodge: a luxury Honka log home in Gateway Mountain with long-range, year-round Lake Lure views and 100% view control on approx. 10 private acres with room to grow. Currently operating as a short-term rental. Ideal investment and legacy family retreat. Two en suite primary bedrooms, one per level, plus a third bedroom on the main floor. Loft flex space offers an additional overflow sleeping area. This home is full passion and quality. Main-level primary bedroom opens to a heated and cooled walkout sunroom. Stone fireplace in the great room. Kitchen offers top-of-the-line appliances, island, and walk-in pantry. Lower level features a large recreation room with wet bar, ice machine, and fridge, opening to a fenced, level backyard with long-range views. Large utility room offers laundry, countertop and cabinet storage in addition to a bath for our furry friends. Being offered furnished or unfurnished with acceptable offer.

89 Cammies Way, Old Fort

Listing courtesy of Greybeard Realty Old Fort Office. jeannie@greybeardrealty.com
287 Griggs Road, Old Fort
$250,000
3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 4435677 MLS ⋅ 1,080 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Affordable and full of potential in Old Fort! This 3 BR, 1 BA home features hardwood floors, a nice kitchen with beautiful cabinetry and a dining area, plus updated windows and roof. Situated on a nice half-acre lot, the home also offers a full basement with plenty of storage and hobby space. One side is finished with carpet, paneling, and a wood stove for heat. Bring your ideas and make it your own!

287 Griggs Road, Old Fort

Listing courtesy of Carolina Mountain Sales. tami_newman@yahoo.com
54 Winning Way Unit #553, Old Fort
$850,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4433499 MLS ⋅ 1,605 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Wake up to Blue Ridge Mountain views from your own 1.63-acre retreat in Gateway Mountain, Old Fort, NC. This 2,292 sq ft, 3-bedroom home features main floor living, and a great room filled with natural light that brings the mountains indoors. You also have a bonus room for occasional extra guests, art studio, office, etc. Outside, a 1,400 sq ft deck is made for entertaining, morning coffee, and long evenings looking out at the view, and the flat yard gives you rare, usable space in the mountains for play, pets, gardening, or a fire pit. Move-in ready, with Asheville about 30 minutes away and I-40 close by. Come see it today and experience the mountains the way they were meant to be enjoyed.

54 Winning Way Unit #553, Old Fort

Listing courtesy of Greybeard Realty Old Fort Office. 828-447-3891
40 Eddie Drive, Old Fort
$275,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4431984 MLS ⋅ 1,244 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Nestled just a half mile from the heart of thriving downtown Old Fort and less than 30 minutes from downtown Asheville, this newer-construction home offers an ideal blend of small-town charm and city convenience, and is designed with functionality in mind. The light-filled interior features a spacious, seamless open-concept living area and a private split-bedroom floor plan that ensures space and comfort for everyone. The primary bedroom features an en-suite bathroom and large walk-in closet. The yard boasts plenty of flat and sunny space perfect for gardening or outdoor hobbies. Whether you are searching for an inviting starter home or a high-potential investment property, this versatile residence provides a fantastic foundation ready for your personal style.

40 Eddie Drive, Old Fort

Listing courtesy of Ivester Jackson Blackstream. danielle@ijbproperties.com
64 Cherry Cove Way Unit #8, Old Fort
$549,900
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4427968 MLS ⋅ 1,838 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
New Construction! Smart Siding. Open, split bedroom floor plan. Hardwood and tile throughout. Kitchen features island with breakfast bar, pantry, pull out shelving, SS appliances. Great room with gas fireplace and built ins. Primary Bedroom features an en suite bathroom with double sinks, soaking tub, walk in shower and two walk in closets. Flex space perfect for home office, study, sewing room, nursery or yoga space. The laundry room includes built ins storage. The yard could be fenced or you would have room for a fire pit. Drive is less than 15 minutes to Black Mountain or Marion. Floor plan shown in attachments is similar to the Home built some changes were made to the floor plan. Half bath. Large treed lot. 2-10 Builders Warranty is included. Agent is co/owner with builder.

64 Cherry Cove Way Unit #8, Old Fort

Listing courtesy of Cornerstone Real Estate Cons.. vvforever25@gmail.com
3048 Pine Cove Road, Old Fort
$479,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4428066 MLS ⋅ 1,692 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Hidden from view at the end of a long private drive, this inviting home is surrounded by 7 beautifully wooded acres, creating a peaceful mountain setting that feels wonderfully secluded while still offering direct access from a publicly maintained road and convenient proximity to everyday needs. Nearly 1,700 square feet of easy one-level living includes three bedrooms, a versatile bonus room, and two full baths, with hardwood floors bringing warmth to much of the home. A wood-burning stove with brick surround anchors the living room, while the kitchen offers abundant cabinetry, generous counter space, and stainless appliances. The oversized primary suite provides a comfortable sense of space and features an updated bath with double vanities and a tiled walk-in shower. The second full bath has also been thoughtfully updated. Mostly new windows throughout, a new septic system, and fresh exterior paint add meaningful value and peace of mind. A charming sunroom wrapped in windows offers a peaceful place to relax and take in the tranquil setting, with direct access to the backyard, where a patio, greenhouse, garden space, and chicken coop make the most of the acreage. The detached garage offers valuable additional space for a dedicated workshop, hobbies, and storage, with bonus dry storage below the garage, adding even more versatility to this special property. It is a rare combination of privacy, usability, and convenience, with room to garden, gather, explore, and enjoy the natural surroundings while still staying connected to everything you need nearby. Every day feels calmer

3048 Pine Cove Road, Old Fort

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Professionals. Marie@MarieReedTeam.com
6830 Bat Cave Road, Old Fort
$955,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4425866 MLS ⋅ 1,281 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
**37.5 ACRES • PRIVATE WATERFALL • MOUNTAIN SETTING • BRICK HOME** Imagine waking up surrounded by the beauty of the Western North Carolina mountains, where wooded ridgelines, changing seasons, fresh mountain air, and peaceful surroundings become part of everyday life. Welcome to **6830 Bat Cave Road**, an exceptional 37.5-acre property offering the space, privacy, and natural beauty that make the foothills of Western North Carolina such a special place to call home. The **37.5 acres are the true showstopper**, offering a beautiful combination of flatter areas, gently rolling land, wooded hillsides, and steeper mountain terrain. Wander your own property, enjoy the quiet of the woods, and discover one of its most memorable features: **a waterfall right on your own land**. With substantial road frontage along Bat Cave Road, this is a remarkable opportunity to own a large piece of the Western North Carolina landscape. At the heart of the property sits a well-cared-for **3-bedroom, 2-bath brick home**, surrounded by the kind of scenery people come to the mountains searching for. Spectrum has already been installed, providing modern connectivity while you enjoy the privacy and peaceful setting of your mountain retreat. And when you're ready to venture out, you're conveniently positioned to enjoy Asheville and everything this incredible region has to offer, then return home to **37.5 acres of your own**. This isn't simply a home with acreage. **It's your own piece of the mountains.** A waterfall, woods, rolling land, privacy, and a place to put down roots in the beautiful foothills of Western North Carolina. **If you've been dreaming about moving to the mountains, this may be the property that finally makes you do it.**

6830 Bat Cave Road, Old Fort

Listing courtesy of EXP Realty LLC. carla@forsalebycarla.com
73 W Mitchell Street, Old Fort
$275,000
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 4423074 MLS ⋅ 520 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
New construction in the heart of Downtown Old Fort! This stylish one-bedroom home at 73 W Mitchell Street offers a modern take on upscale motor-court living in a thoughtfully designed 12-home community. The home features a full kitchen, walk-in shower, stackable washer/dryer, private deck and convenient dedicated parking. Designed for flexibility, this property is well suited for a full-time residence, mountain getaway or investment opportunity. Enjoy low-maintenance living along with inviting community green space featuring a shared meadow and firepit gathering area. Located within walking distance of Downtown Old Fort’s restaurants, breweries, coffee shops and local businesses, and convenient to the area’s growing network of hiking and mountain biking trails. Just 25 miles east of Asheville, this is an opportunity to enjoy the energy and outdoor lifestyle of Old Fort from a fresh, modern home.

73 W Mitchell Street, Old Fort

Listing courtesy of GreyBeard Realty. bill@greybeardrealty.com
251 Baptist Side Road, Old Fort
$269,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 4421916 MLS ⋅ 805 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Tucked away on a beautifully landscaped 0.45-acre lot, this well-maintained brick ranch offers a peaceful retreat just minutes from the heart of Old Fort. Inside, you'll find comfortable one-level living with 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, warm hardwood floors throughout the living spaces, and tile flooring in the kitchen and bath. Step outside and discover what makes this property truly special. The fully fenced yard, with a gated driveway entrance, offers plenty of room to spread out, featuring beautiful landscaping, a small garden, a fire pit, and a covered back porch and side deck that invite you to relax, entertain, and enjoy the outdoors. Adding even more versatility is the renovated detached outbuilding with electricity and a window A/C unit, creating a wonderful flex space for a home office, art or music studio, workout room, hobby space, media room, guest overflow, or additional storage. A detached carport provides everyday convenience. Enjoy the best of small-town mountain living with downtown Old Fort, local restaurants and breweries, greenways, and trail access just a short distance away. Conveniently located near I-40, you're an easy drive to Black Mountain and Asheville to the west or Marion and Hickory to the east. A rare combination of privacy, usable outdoor space, and convenience makes this Old Fort gem one you won't want to miss.

251 Baptist Side Road, Old Fort

Listing courtesy of EXP Realty LLC. kristin@kristinjanes.com
1242 Gateway Parkway, Old Fort
$699,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4422894 MLS ⋅ 1,719 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Set high atop a private, gated mountain community, this beautifully appointed 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom log cabin offers one of the most sought-after settings in Western North Carolina, with sweeping, long-range views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Lake Lure visible in the distance—scenery that's a big part of why this home has become a standout, highly successful vacation rental with a loyal base of repeat guests. Inside, the open-concept design connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas, all oriented to take full advantage of the mountain backdrop; the living room centers around a cozy wood stove and flows into a well-equipped kitchen with a gas range and full furnishings and cookware, while the dining area comfortably seats a group and a wraparound deck extends the living space outdoors with multiple spots for lounging and dining. The main level includes two queen bedrooms and a full bathroom with both a soaking tub and walk-in shower, while upstairs a private primary suite offers a king bed, en suite bathroom, and a peaceful loft area perfect as a reading nook or remote workspace; a lower-level recreation space adds even more flexibility, with direct access to a private hot tub positioned to take in the same incredible mountain views, plus a fire pit for evenings of stargazing. Beyond the home itself, the gated community offers a rare slate of shared amenities that elevate the experience even further, including a scenic waterfall area, a small community lake with a dock, and a network of hiking trails, with the gated entrance adding privacy and security for guests seeking a quiet, secluded escape without sacrificing convenience. The location strikes an excellent balance between seclusion and accessibility, with a short drive to Old Fort for dining and breweries, easy reach of Black Mountain, Chimney Rock, and Lake Lure, and Asheville and the Blue Ridge Parkway both within about 45 minutes. Offered fully furnished and turnkey—including all furnishings, kitchenware, décor, and the hot tub—this home makes it exceptionally easy for a new owner to step in and continue operating it as an income-producing vacation rental from day one, and with its proven rental history, and unbeatable combination of privacy, views, and community amenities, it represents a rare opportunity to own a true mountain retreat that also performs as a strong investment property.

1242 Gateway Parkway, Old Fort

Listing courtesy of GreyBeard Realty. adam@greybeardrealty.com
1795 Mckenzie N Way Unit #505, Old Fort
$375,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4419925 MLS ⋅ 1,482 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Fall Special! Price Improvement to $375,000 This turnkey mountain home is ready for you — just bring your suitcase. The primary bedroom is on the main floor, with a floor-to-ceiling fireplace as the centerpiece of the living space. The upstairs offers two spacious rooms and a full bathroom. Enjoy the outdoors from the wrap-around deck or screened-in porch, with easy paved access year-round. Well-maintained and move-in ready. Gateway Mountain is a short-term-rental-friendly community spanning over 3,000 acres, with a lake, waterfalls, and hiking trails right outside your door. Gather with neighbors for TGIF evenings at Lake George, or hike to Waterfall Park for a little peace and quiet. And when you're ready to explore, everything is close by: 9 miles to downtown Old Fort and its trailheads, 17 miles to Black Mountain, and 18 miles to Lake Lure.

1795 Mckenzie N Way Unit #505, Old Fort

Listing courtesy of Greybeard Realty Old Fort Office. jeannie@greybeardrealty.com
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