251 Baptist Side Road
Active
MLS# CAR4421916 · 1 days on market

251 Baptist Side Road

Old Fort, NC 28762

$274,900$341/sqft
Beds2
Baths1
Sq Ft805
Lot0.45 ac
$/SqFt$341
DOM1

Architectural Narrative

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.

At a Glance

Bedrooms2
Full Baths1
Half Baths0
Property TypeSingle Family Residence
StyleRanch
Year Built1961
LevelsOne

Community & Resources

County
McDowell
NC · 28762
High School
McDowell
Assigned district
Middle School
McDowell
Assigned district
Elementary
Old Fort
Assigned district
Tax Assessed
$60,010
County record
$/SqFt
$341
Listed price basis

Property Facts

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1961
Stories / Levels
One
Living Area (SqFt)
805
Above Grade SqFt
805
Full Bathrooms
1
Lot Size
0.45 acres
Zoning
None
Parcel #
0659-10-27-7114
Tax Assessed Value
$60,010

Interior Features

Breakfast Bar

Appliances

DryerElectric OvenElectric Water HeaterRefrigeratorWasher

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating
Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Tile, Wood
Laundry
Laundry Closet, Main Level
Water Source
City
Sewer
Septic Installed

Exterior & Parking

Architectural Style
Ranch
Construction
Brick Full
Foundation
Crawl Space
Carport
Yes
Parking
Detached Carport
Patio / Porch
Rear Porch, Side Porch

Lot Features

Level

View

Mountain(s)

Gallery

Listing courtesy of EXP Realty LLC · Kristin Janes · Listed 09/11/2026

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251 Baptist Side Road
Old Fort, NC · $274,900