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    3298 Buffalo Creek Road, Lake Lure, NC 28746

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    $295,000

    LAND - Lake Lure, NC

    Lot size:
    28.79 Acres
    Added:
    Oct 30, 2025
    Days on Market:
    204
    Last Refresh:
    May 21 at 3:06 pm

    Property Features for 3298 Buffalo Creek Road

    General Information

    Property type
    Land
    Property subtype
    Other
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    1656289
    Lot size
    28.79 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Description
    28.79 acres MBL 527-1-2A and 528-1-4

    Utilities

    Sewer type
    Septic Needed
    Water source
    Well

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    Listing Contact
    Barbara Keever
    Barbara Keever

    Listing agent Barbara Keever License #173317

    Listing office Odean Keever & Associates, Inc. 901 Railroad Ave, Forest City, NC

    Listing date Oct 30, 2025

    MLS# 4317434 Listing URL

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    HighLights

    • Unrestricted 28.79 acre mountain property from bottom to top.
    • Significant elevation change (1240' to 1880') offering many beautiful views.
    • Several potential homesites with a roughed‑in drive.
    • Quiet and private location.
    • Abundant wildlife.
    • Old well and septic on site (condition not guaranteed).

    Overview

    This unrestricted 28.79-acre tract in Lake Lure, NC, offers a unique opportunity to own a mountain from base to summit. The elevation ranges from 1240 feet at Buffalo Creek Road to 1880 feet at the peak, revealing beautiful views, ridges, alcoves, and rock outcroppings. The property features several potential homesites and a roughed-in drive leading to them. An old well and septic system are located on a former homesite, but their usability is not guaranteed. The land boasts large timber, a small stream, and abundant wildlife, ensuring privacy and tranquility. This property is suitable as a private retreat, a family recreation spot, or a long-term investment in mountain land.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Land

    Suggested Use

    Hotel & Motel Bed & Breakfast

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Lake Lure
    County
    Rutherford
    State
    North Carolina
    Longitude
    -82.172076
    Latitude
    35.504645

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Land - 28.79 acres of unrestricted mountain land with potential homesites.
    Where is this land located?
    The property is located at 3298 Buffalo Creek Road Lake Lure, NC.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $295,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Unrestricted 28.79 acre mountain property from bottom to top.; Significant elevation change (1240' to 1880') offering many beautiful views.; Several potential homesites with a roughed‑in drive.
    (828) 429-0771
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    Listing Contact
    Barbara Keever
    Barbara Keever
    Real Estate License ID: 173317
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

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    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
    Alternative use

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