$4,714 Closing Credit¹
Listing office: Homecoin.com
$850,000 List price
194 Mark Twain Dr Lake Lure, NC 28743
$10,000
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
713 sqft
$1,192 / sqft
House
Property details
About 194 Mark Twain Dr
Welcome to your dream escape on the shores of beautiful Lake Lure! This fully renovated and meticulously updated lake house offers breathtaking panoramic views of the lake and incredible Rumbling Bald Cliffs across the way, creating the most serene and picturesque backdrop. Inside the cute cottage is a bright, open and modern interior designed for comfort and style, with contemporary finishes. The highlight of the house is the spacious covered and screened-in porch, where the views are inescapable, complete with a dining table for six and lounging couch. On the lake, awaits an awesome boathouse with a rooftop deck that’s perfect for lakeside entertaining or quiet mornings with a coffee in hand. Boat is included in the sale! Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway, an investment property, or a permanent lakeside haven, this Lake Lure gem is ready to exceed your expectations. Lake is currently being dredged and is aiming to reopen for recreation in spring 2026.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHeat Pump
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Active Under Contract)
(Active Under Contract)
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
Size713 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1965
ParkingParking Space(s)
MLS #4263893
WaterfrontBoat House, Boat Lift, Seawall
ViewMountain(s), Water
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Vinyl, Wood
- Interior: Open Floorplan
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Parking: Parking Space(s)
- Waterfront: Boat House, Boat Lift, Seawall
- View: Mountain(s), Water
- Architectural Style: Cottage
- Heating: Heat Pump
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
- List Price: $850,000
- Price/SqFt: $1,192
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,437
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Take I-40 E to Catawba River Rd in Old Fort. Take exit 73 from I-40 E, Turn right onto Bat Cave Rd, in approx. 7.1 miles Turn left onto Cedar Creek Rd, in approx 7.5 miles Turn right onto Bills Creek Rd, in approx 4.7 miles Turn right onto US-64 W/US-74 ALT W. Right on Seton Road, continue on Seton to right on Mark Twain Drive. Go approx 900 ft to home on right.
- Year Built: 1965
- Living Area: 713 SqFt
- MLS Number: 4263893
- Office Name: Town and Mountain Realty
- Office Email: chandler@townandmountain.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 06, 2019 | Home Sold | $450,000 |
| Oct 13, 2010 | Home Sold | $380,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $546,200 | $4,437 |
| 2023 | $546,200 | $4,089 |
| 2022 | $361,800 | $4,089 |
| 2021 | $361,800 | $4,089 |
| 2020 | $361,800 | $3,687 |
| 2018 | $488,300 | $4,721 |
| 2017 | $488,300 | $4,311 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Sunny View Elementary School
Public District PK-5
4.8 mi
•86 Sunny View School Rd
2
Edneyville Elementary School
Public District PK-5
9.4 mi
•2875 Pace Rd
3
Dana Elementary School
Public District PK-5
10.8 mi
•690 Ridge Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $40,000. The most common annual income of people living in Lake Lure, NC is less than $<35k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
46%
<35k
41%
35k-100k
9%
100k-200k
4%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
46%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
39%
Married, No Kids
8%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
9%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
13%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
31%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Figure Skating
Hunting
NASCAR
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dollar General
Wal-Mart
Dillards
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Applebees
Hardee's
Cracker Barrel
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
Ram
Oldsmobile
What do the neighbors listen to?
Classic Country
News/Talk/Information
Oldies
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 194 Mark Twain Dr
The listing price of 194 Mark Twain Dr property is $850,000.
The property 194 Mark Twain Dr is a house located in Lake Lure, North Carolina, 28743.
Accepting Backup Offers: 194 Mark Twain Dr is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
The nearby schools for 194 Mark Twain Dr are: Sunny View Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Edneyville Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Dana Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Polk County Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Apple Valley Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Cane Creek Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Lake Lure Classical Academy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Polk County High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Polk County Early College (GreatSchools Rating 9/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $4,437 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on September 6, 2019 for $450,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 194 Mark Twain Dr has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 194 Mark Twain Dr is 713 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 194 Mark Twain Dr is 1965.
This home is located at 194 Mark Twain Dr in Lake Lure, NC and zip code 28746. This 713 square foot home was built in 1965. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 29, 2025 and is currently priced at $850,000.
While more than 1 listings in Lake Lure, NC in May 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 0 listings sold at asking price, and more than 2 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Lake Lure, NC increased by 10.5% between April and May 2025. Listings spent 33 days on the market in May 2025, and had a median list price of $515,000 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.