For Sale $420,000
Charming 1893 Historic Home with Modern Comforts - Step back in time with this beautifully preserved 1890's home, offering a perfect blend of historic character and modern updates. Featuring four spacious bedrooms and three full bathrooms, this residence combines timeless craftsmanship with everyday convenience. The primary bedroom suite is located on the main level, providing ease and comfort. You’ll love the original wood floors, high ceilings, and intricate dental molding that highlight the home’s classic elegance. A cozy wood-burning fireplace in the front bedroom/library adds warmth and charm — ideal for relaxing or working from home. Outside, the circular driveway welcomes you in, while mature, flowering landscaping surrounds the property, creating a serene and picturesque setting. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Rutherfordton and Rutherford Hospital, an easy drive to the renowned International Tryon Equestrian Center and Lake Lure - this home offers both historic beauty and modern practicality. With many updates already completed while maintaining its original character, this special property is ready to be your next chapter in Rutherford County history.
| List Price: | $420,000 |
| Status: | For Sale |
| Bedrooms: | 4 |
| Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Approx Sq. Ft.: | 2079 sqft |
| Parking: | Circular Driveway, Shared Driveway |
| MLS Number: | CAR4318246 |
| Subdivision: | None |
| Bathrooms: | 3 |
| Lot Description: | Level, Rolling Slope |
| Year Built: | 1893 |
| Sewer Type: | Public Sewer |
| Elementary: | Unspecified |
| Middle: | Unspecified |
| High: | Unspecified |
| Date | Event | Price | $/SQFT |
| 11-16-2025 | Listed | $420,000 | $203 |
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| School Name | Distance | Grades | Rating |
| Spindale Elementary School | 2 miles | PK-05 | 6 |
| Rutherfordton Elementary School | 2 miles | PK-05 | 7 |
| Mt. Vernon-Ruth Elementary School | 4 miles | PK-05 | 5 |
| Forest City-Dunbar Elementary School | 5 miles | PK-05 | 4 |
| Harris Elementary School | 7 miles | PK-05 | 7 |
| Pinnacle Elementary School | 7 miles | PK-05 | 8 |
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| Street Address | Distance | Status | List Price | Days on Market |
| 143 Ridgecrest Avenue, Rutherfordton NC | 0 mi | $420,000 | days | |
| 175 Pine Street, Rutherfordton NC | 0.2 mi | $230,000 | days | |
| 154 Meridian Street, Rutherfordton NC | 0.2 mi | $34,900 | days | |
| 127 A/B & 129 Mitchell Street, Rutherfordton NC | 0.2 mi | $219,000 | days | |
| 203 Court Street, Rutherfordton NC | 0.2 mi | $210,000 | days | |
| 171 Mitchell Street, Rutherfordton NC | 0.3 mi | $267,000 | days |
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| Street Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Property Details |
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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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143 Ridgecrest Avenue, Rutherfordton NC is a 2079 ft2 on a 0.920 acres lot. This is for $420,000. This has 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, and was built in 1893.
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