NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $820,107

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,696 Sq Ft
$304/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: August 20, 2025

Last sale price $779,000 $289 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,719 / mo

90 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Pier
  • Waterfront
  • Wooded Lot
  • Boat Lift
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of August 2025

Charming Updated Lake Norman Cottage! Welcome to 1430 Molly’s Backbone Road in Catawba—an updated 3 -bedroom, 3-bath Lake Norman cottage that perfectly blends modern upgrades with cozy lakeside charm. This home offers the ideal retreat for weekend getaways or full-time lake living. Discover an open-concept living space filled w/ natural light, designer finishes, & thoughtful touches. The updated kitchen features sleek countertops, stainless steel appliances, & ample cabinetry, opening seamlessly to the dining and living areas—perfect for entertaining. The sunroom offers incredible lake views. Each bedroom is spacious and private, with beautifully remodeled bathrooms to match. Enjoy peaceful mornings on the expansive deck or relax on one of the terraces while enjoying lake views. The lower level offers a second Family/Rec Room with a wet bar, a 4th bedroom/bonus & a flex room that would make a perfect office or home gym. This home invites you to soak in the best of Lake Norman living.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Susan Dolan

Ivester Jackson Christie's Brokerage Email: susand@ivesterjackson.com License #268094 Listed on: 04/21/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Amanda J. Crosby

Lake Norman Realty, Inc. License #305605

Lake Norman Realty, Inc.
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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1988

Lot Details

  • Waterfront
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Sloped Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned R-30

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Wired For Data
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Pocket Doors
  • Sliding Doors
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Water Views
  • Storm Doors

Kitchen

  • Convection Oven
  • Convection Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Electric Dryer Hookup

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Natural lighting in basement

Parking

  • Circular Driveway
  • 5 Open Parking Spaces

Outdoor Features

  • Pier
  • Boat Lift
  • Deck
  • Shed
  • Outbuilding
  • Front Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Propane
  • Septic Tank
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Old Mill Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4619010838130000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1988

Lot Details

0.43 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Year Built: 1988
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Ratio CurrentPrice/TotalPropertyHLA: 288.95
  • Bedroom Lower: 0
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Attribution Contact: susand@ivesterjackson.com
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1448
  • Third Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Appliances: Convection Microwave, Convection Oven, Dishwasher
  • Other Equipment: Fuel Tank(s), Network Ready
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1448
  • Has Basement: Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Interior Entry, Walk-Out Access
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1248
  • Door Features: Pocket Doors, Sliding Doors, Storm Door(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Starter, Great Room, Wood Burning
  • Living Area: 2696
  • Bedroom Main: 3
  • Bedroom Basement: 0
  • Bedroom Third: 0

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Dock - Floating
  • New Construction: No
  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Partial
  • View: Water, Year Round
  • Water Body Name: Lake Norman
  • Waterfront Features: Boat Lift, Dock, Pier
  • Construction Type: Wood
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Main Level Garage YN: 0
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Open Parking Spaces: 5
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Driveway

Utilities

  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Lower Level
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Phone Connected, Propane
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Unspecified
  • HOA Subject To: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Sloped, Wooded, Views, Waterfront
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 4619010838130000
  • Development Status: Completed
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Specification: R-30

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Unspecified
  • High School: Unspecified

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 21, 2025
Closed on
Aug 19, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Susan Dolan
Ivester Jackson Christie's
Buyer's Agent
Amanda J. Crosby
Lake Norman Realty, Inc.
List Price
$829,000
Sold Price
$779,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-6.03%
Views
174
Current Estimated Value
$820,107

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$41,107
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.28%
Original Mortgage
$740,050
Outstanding Balance
$733,477
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$86,630

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 18, 2012
Closed on
Nov 13, 2012
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Tina Brabandt
Tina Brabandt & Company Realty
Buyer's Agent
NONMEMBER NONMEMBER
List Price
$380,000
Sold Price
$290
Premium/Discount to List
-$379,710
-99.92%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
86.86%
Original Mortgage
$261,000
Interest Rate
3.43%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 17, 2005
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$279,000
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 13, 2004

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 30, 2003

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 6, 2001

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 1, 1988
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$779,000 None Listed On Document
$290,000 None Available
$310,000 The Title Co Of Nc
-- --
-- --
$300,000 --
$37,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $740,050
Previous Owner $350,793
Previous Owner $100,000
Previous Owner $261,000
Previous Owner $279,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/20/2025 08/20/25 Sold $779,000 0.0% $289 / Sq Ft
06/11/2025 06/11/25 Price Changed $779,000 -6.0% $289 / Sq Ft
04/21/2025 04/21/25 For Sale $829,000 +285762.1% $307 / Sq Ft
01/04/2013 01/04/13 Sold $290 -99.9% $0 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/01/2012 10/01/12 Pending -- -- --
01/18/2012 01/18/12 For Sale $380,000 -- $152 / Sq Ft
Source: Canopy MLS

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2026 $2,638 $662,100 $108,400 $553,700
2025 $3,070 $623,400 $108,400 $515,000
2024 $3,070 $623,400 $108,400 $515,000
2023 $3,008 $378,900 $96,300 $282,600
2022 $2,671 $378,900 $96,300 $282,600
2021 $2,671 $378,900 $96,300 $282,600
2020 $2,671 $378,900 $96,300 $282,600
2019 $2,430 $344,700 $0 $0
2018 $2,257 $329,500 $101,100 $228,400
2017 $2,257 $0 $0 $0
2016 $2,257 $0 $0 $0
2015 $2,236 $329,500 $101,100 $228,400
2014 $2,236 $372,700 $101,100 $271,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Canopy MLS

MLS Number: 4248127

Canopy MLS

APN: 4619010838130000

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