$399,900
$19K PRICE DROP

485 Mountain Lookout Dr Bostic, NC 28018

Estimated payment $2,281/month

Total Views 10,001
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,530 Sq Ft
$261 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Mountain View
  • Hilly Lot
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Deck
  • Wooded Lot
  • 2 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

**Ridgetop Retreat in Golden Valley Estates!** This beautifully appointed, single-level home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, encompassing a generous 1,530 square feet and set on an expansive 5.81-acre lot. Combining serenity with breathtaking views, this property is a true mountain getaway enhanced by smart upgrades throughout.

As you enter, you'll be greeted by an open and airy layout that invites natural light through large windows and charming French doors, all framing stunning year-round mountain vistas. The spacious living room boasts a cozy wood-burning fireplace insert, perfect for chilly evenings, while the well-designed kitchen integrates seamlessly with the living space, making it an ideal venue for entertaining family and friends.

Recent upgrades ensure both comfort and functionality, including an IKO architectural roof installed in December 2024, designed to withstand the elements and enhance energy efficiency. The whole-house generator provides peace of mind, ensuring a reliable power source during outages. The lush Zoysia grass and meticulously crafted stone landscaping add aesthetic appeal and require minimal maintenance. Additionally, the 2024 PID 20 Pentek IntelliDrive well system guarantees consistent water pressure and includes advanced dry-run protection features.

Residents benefit from paved roads, low HOA fees, and dependable utility services in this secure gated community, conveniently located near attractions such as Lake Lure, Rutherfordton, Marion, and Asheville. This turnkey mountain home merges comfort and convenience, creating a perfect sanctuary ready for its next owner to enjoy and cherish.

Listing Agent

Francine Mira

RE/MAX Journey Brokerage Email: francinemira@gmail.com License #326076 Listed on: 07/30/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,812

Year Built

  • Built in 2004

Lot Details

  • Chain Link Fence
  • Sloped Lot
  • Hilly Lot
  • Cleared Lot
  • Wooded Lot

HOA Fees

  • $33 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Four Sided Brick Exterior Elevation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,530 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Mountain Views
  • Crawl Space
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Dryer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Power Generator
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • Golden Valley Estates HOA
  • Golden Valley Estates Subdivision
  • Mandatory home owners association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1633541

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,812

Year Built

Built in 2004

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$33 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Restrictions: Deed,Manufactured Home Not Allowed,Subdivision
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete, Paved
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Ratio CurrentPrice/TotalPropertyHLA: 261.37
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Attribution Contact: francinemira@gmail.com
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1530
  • Third Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Washer/Dryer
  • Other Equipment: Generator
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1530
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Living Area: 1530
  • Bedroom Main: 3

Exterior Features

  • New Construction: No
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Fencing: Chain Link
  • View: Long Range, Mountain(s)
  • Construction Type: Brick Full
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck

Garage/Parking

  • Main Level Garage YN: 1
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Laundry Features: In Hall
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 400
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Hoa Subject To Dues: Mandatory
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Name: Golden Valley Estates HOA
  • Association: Yes
  • Association Email: goldenvalleyestateshoa@gmail.com

Association/Amenities

  • Association Annual Expense: 400.00

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Unspecified
  • HOA Subject To: Required

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Cleared, Hilly, Sloped, Wooded, Views
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 1633541
  • Plat Reference Section Pages: 23/50
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Specification: Res

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Unspecified
  • High School: Unspecified

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

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
2025 $1,812 $316,000 $39,000 $277,000
2024 $1,742 $316,000 $39,000 $277,000
2023 $1,528 $316,000 $39,000 $277,000
2022 $1,528 $213,900 $39,000 $174,900
2021 $1,523 $213,900 $39,000 $174,900
2020 $1,523 $213,900 $39,000 $174,900
2019 $1,487 $209,500 $39,000 $170,500
2018 $1,519 $216,100 $48,600 $167,500
2016 $1,497 $216,100 $48,600 $167,500
2013 -- $216,100 $48,600 $167,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/13/2025 10/13/25 Price Changed $399,900 -2.2% $261 / Sq Ft
08/26/2025 08/26/25 Price Changed $409,000 -2.4% $267 / Sq Ft
07/30/2025 07/30/25 For Sale $419,000 +99.5% $274 / Sq Ft
06/01/2017 06/01/17 Sold $210,000 -12.5% $140 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/24/2017 04/24/17 Pending -- -- --
11/10/2016 11/10/16 For Sale $239,900 -- $160 / Sq Ft
Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $210,000 None Available
Deed $34,900 --
Source: Public Records

Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

MLS Number: 4286310

Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

APN: 1633541