Home in 688 Rhododendron Drive, Old Fort, NC for sale with MLS# A12041089
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.
688 Rhododendron Drive, Old Fort, NC
- Price:
- $499,000.00
- Original List Price:
- $499,000.00
- List Price per Sq Ft (Calculated, Approx.):
- $245.57
- Listing Type:
- For Sale
- Status:
- Active
- Listing Category:
- Residential
- Property Type:
- Single Family House
- Description of Last Important Update:
- New Listing
- Last Major Update on:
- July 24, 2026 4:00 am
- Other Special Conditions:
- Sold As-is, Property Survey Available
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms Total:
- 2
- Full Bath:
- 2
- Room Type:
- Laundry, Family Room
- Master Bedroom Bath:
- Master Bdrm - Sitting, Master Bdrm - Upstairs, Dual Sinks, Master Bdrm - Ground, Combo Tub/shower, Bedroom On Entry Level
- Dining Area:
- Dining/Living Room
- Living Area:
- 2,032 Sqft
- Built-Up Area:
- 2,032 Sqft
- Lot Size Dimensions and Info:
- 2.8 Acres
- Lot Size Acres:
- 2.8
- View from the Property:
- Garden, Other
- Waterfront:
- No
- Furnished:
- Furnished
- Appliances:
- Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater
- Interior:
- Walk-In Closet(s), Other
- Exterior:
- Balcony, Lighting
- Patio and Porch:
- Deck, Porch, Porch - Open, Porch - Wrap Around
- Windows:
- Blinds
- Air Conditioning
- Air Conditioning System:
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
- Heating
- Heating System:
- Central, Electric, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Natural Gas
- Property Entrance Faces:
- Southwest
- Other Equipment:
- Satellite Dish, Tv Antenna
- Balcony Details:
- Balcony - Open
- Year Built:
- 1999
- Roof:
- Shingle
- Levels:
- Two
- Entry Level (floor):
- 1
- Construction Materials:
- Wood Siding, Wood Siding
- Flooring:
- Wood
- Number of stories:
- 2
- Road Frontage Type:
- Private Road
- Tax Annual Amount:
- $2,975.00
- Tax Year:
- 2025
- Association Fee:
- $117.00
- Association Fee Frequency:
- Monthly
- Property Tax Details:
- City/County
- Garage Spaces:
- 0
- Covered Spaces:
- 0
- Parking Features:
- Driveway
- Sewer:
- Septic Tank
- Electric:
- Circuit Breakers
- Water Source:
- Well
- Association
- Association Membership:
- Mandatory
- Association Type:
- Homeowner Association
- Pets Allowed?
- Amenities Provided by the Homeowner's Association (HOA):
- Management, Picnic Area, Gated, Manager On Site, Maintained Community
- Subdivision Name:
- Gateway Mountain
- Association Fee Includes:
- Security, Common Areas, Recreation Facility
- Senior Community:
- Yes
- Development Name:
- Gateway Mountain
- Leasing Permitted
- Leasing Permitted Details:
- Okay To Lease
- Listing Terms Considered by Seller:
- Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
- Buyer Possession:
- Close Of Escrow
- Tax Legal Description:
- LOT 736 GATEWAY MOUNTAIN, Old Fort, NC 28762
- Real Estate Folio Number (Parcel Number):
- 065600574368
- Zoning:
- Gateway Mountain
- Active on the market since:
- July 24, 2026
- Listing Agreement executed on:
- July 24, 2026
- Listing Status Last Changed On:
- July 24, 2026 4:00 am
- Photos updated on:
- August 5, 2026 9:11 pm
- Last Modified:
- August 5, 2026 9:12 pm
- Courtesy of:
- RE/MAX United Realty
- Attribution:
- Not provided
- Street Name:
- Rhododendron Drive, Old
- Street Number:
- 688
- State:
- NC
- County:
- Other
- Latitude:
- N35° 32' 35.3''
- Longitude:
- W83° 49' 25.3''
- Street Suffix:
- Fort

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