140 Cove Crest Drive, Rutherfordton NC
- 3 Bed
- 2 Bath
- 2090 ft2
- 7.0 ac
For Sale $630,000
Remarks:
INSTANT EQUITY opportunity! Appraised at $665,000 in 2022, this never-lived-in new construction home is set on nearly 7 unrestricted acres, offering a rare blend of creek frontage, privacy, and timeless mountain charm. The thoughtfully designed open floor plan features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, a dedicated office, and easy one-level living filled with natural light and peaceful wooded views. Enjoy your morning coffee or unwind in the evening on the screened porch overlooking Cove Creek. Built for comfort and efficiency, the home includes 6" exterior walls, a tankless water heater, and is pre-wired for a generator. The oversized 3-car garage is both functional and unique, complete with a custom dog wash station and hot/cold outdoor spigots. An additional 1.19-acre lot is available, offering the opportunity to expand to over 8 acres or create the perfect space for a guest home, workshop, or future investment. Conveniently located just 15 minutes to downtown Rutherfordton and Lake Lure, 25 minutes to Tryon Equestrian Center, and under an hour to Hendersonville and Asheville, this property offers the perfect balance of peaceful mountain living and accessibility. A rare find with exceptional value—don’t miss your chance to experience it in person!
Interior Features:
Breakfast Bar, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Split Bedroom, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Other - See Remarks
General Information:
| List Price: | $630,000 |
| Status: | For Sale |
| Bedrooms: | 3 |
| Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Approx Sq. Ft.: | 2090 sqft |
| Parking: | Driveway, Attached Garage |
| MLS Number: | CAR4321200 |
| Subdivision: | None |
| Style: | Farmhouse, Modern |
| Bathrooms: | 2 |
| Lot Description: | Creek Front, Private, River Front, Rolling Slope, Creek/Stream, Wooded |
| Year Built: | 2023 |
| Sewer Type: | Septic Installed |
Assigned Schools:
| Elementary: | Pinnacle |
| Middle: | R-S Middle |
| High: | R-S Central |
Price & Sales History
| Date | Event | Price | $/SQFT |
| 07-09-2025 | Listed | $493,060 | $236 |
Nearby Schools
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| School Name | Distance | Grades | Rating |
| Lake Lure Classical Academy | 5 miles | KG-06 | 4 |
| Pinnacle Elementary School | 6 miles | PK-05 | 8 |
| Rutherfordton Elementary School | 10 miles | PK-05 | 7 |
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Properties For Sale Nearby
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| Street Address | Distance | Status | List Price | Days on Market |
| 140 Cove Crest Drive, Rutherfordton NC | 0 mi | $630,000 | days | |
| 101 Cove Creek Drive, Rutherfordton NC | 0.2 mi | $325,900 | days | |
| 125 Cove Creek Drive, Rutherfordton NC | 0.3 mi | $179,900 | days | |
| 282 Calhoun Trail, Rutherfordton NC | 0.6 mi | $525,000 | days | |
| 400 Calhoun Trail, Rutherfordton NC | 0.6 mi | $850,000 | days | |
| 5460 US 64 Highway, Rutherfordton NC | 0.8 mi | $328,000 | days |
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| Down Payment Amount | $990,000 |
| Mortgage Amount | $3,960,000 |
| Monthly Payment (Principal & Interest Only) | $19,480 |
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| Total Monthly Payment | $20,941 |
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Property Listing Information
A Courtesy Listing Provided By Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks, Lake Lure
140 Cove Crest Drive, Rutherfordton NC is a 2090 ft2 on a 6.950 acres lot. This is for $630,000. This has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and was built in 2023.
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