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8542 Indian Trace 28, Nebo, NC 28761

Pisgah Preserve · Burke County

Key Facts

Description

Nestled in Pisgah Preserve, this 2.22-acre lot offers a level-to-slightly-sloped terrain and sits adjacent to 10.14 acres of community common space. It features underground electricity, with well and septic installation available if desired. Optional design and build services are available to help you create your dream home. The community emphasizes environmental stewardship and provides ample open space, a reading cabin, picnic shelter, fire pit, horseshoe pit, and extensive walking trails perfect for hiking, hunting, or simply soaking in the scenery. Just minutes from Lake James, public boat ramps, marinas, Paddy’s Creek State Park, and the Blue Ridge Parkway, with Lake James a five-minute drive away. The community also borders over half a million acres of the Pisgah National Forest, offering opportunities to hunt, hike, camp, and explore this beautiful landscape. Convenient access to Charlotte International Airport is about 1.5 hours. This is a rare opportunity to build a premier, nature-forward home while enjoying proximity to outdoor recreation and amenities.

Property Information

Property Type

Land

Zoning

CON

MLS® Listing#

4396809

Property Features

Lot Features

Rolling SlopeLevelWooded

Sewer

Septic Needed

Schools

Elementary:
Glen Alpine
Middle:
Table Rock
High:
Freedom

Financial Details

HOA

$600 / Annually

Assessed Value

$61,287

Parcel Number

1724975813

Directions

From Morganton, travel West on NC-126 for about 9 miles. Turn right onto South Mountain Institute Rd. Go about 1 mile and keep left at the church, then continue for another 1 mile. Pisgah Preserve at Lake James subdivision will be on your right. It's a gated community, and you'll need a gate code to access it—NO DRIVE-BY'S. Real estate agents MUST accompany clients. The gate codes will be in ShowingTime.

Affordability Calculator

$11,800

Estimated monthly payment

$314/mo

Principal $47,200 · Est. interest $65,848 over 30 yrs

Neighborhood Market Statistics

How this home compares to active listings in Nebo, NC

$711,111
Median Listing Price
83
Median Days on Market
2,346
Median Sq Ft
$289
Median Price / Sq Ft
90
Active Listings
  • This home’s price is 92% below the area median.

Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Nebo, NC.

Location

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Nearby Schools

  • Nebo Elementary School

    Elementary · 3.8 mi away

  • North Cove Elementary School

    Elementary · 5.7 mi away

  • Eastfield Global Magnet School

    Elementary · 6.4 mi away

  • East McDowell Middle School- Student Services

    Secondary · 6.6 mi away

  • Maranatha Baptist Church

    School · 6.9 mi away

  • New Manna Christian School

    School · 6.9 mi away

  • New Manna Baptist Church

    School · 7.0 mi away

  • McDowell County Schools

    School · 7.4 mi away

  • McDowell High School

    Secondary · 7.6 mi away

  • West McDowell Middle School

    Secondary · 7.6 mi away

  • Foothills Community School

    Secondary · 9.2 mi away

  • McDowell Aec

    School · 9.2 mi away

  • Pleasant Gardens Elementary School

    Elementary · 9.2 mi away

  • Glen Alpine Elementary School

    Elementary · 9.3 mi away

  • Table Rock Middle School

    Secondary · 9.4 mi away

  • Silver Creek Adventist School

    School · 9.4 mi away

  • Oak Hill Elementary School

    Elementary · 10.0 mi away

  • Wa Young Elementary School

    Elementary · 10.1 mi away

  • Greenlee Primary School

    Elementary · 10.3 mi away

  • Glenwood Elementary School

    Elementary · 11.1 mi away

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Listing Courtesy: Fonta Flora Realty - greg@fontaflorarealty.com

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Last Updated: 2026-07-13

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