For Sale $494,000
Enjoy a peaceful rural setting in the established Willow Lakes community on two lots totaling approximately 4.5 acres, just minutes from Rutherfordton. With paved roads and light restrictions, this inviting setting offers a comfortable balance of privacy and convenience. The 3BR/2BA home offers approximately 1,825 SF with attractive updates and plenty of room to enjoy indoors and out. The living room features a wood-burning stove and tongue-and-groove wood ceiling, while the kitchen offers granite countertops, skylights and a center island with bar seating. A separate dining room opens to the deck, and the dedicated laundry room provides cabinetry and counter space. The primary suite features a walk-in closet and private bath with soaking tub and separate walk-in shower. Numerous improvements have been completed in recent years, including a metal roof and LVP flooring in 2022, replacement windows in 2024, updated exterior doors, tankless water heater, updated lighting and new ductwork in 2026. The crawlspace is fully encapsulated with a dehumidifier. Outdoor spaces include a covered front porch with room for rocking chairs, deck and lovely screened back porch with Trex flooring, along with a partially fenced backyard and mature shade trees. An attached two-car garage with built-in cabinets and an outbuilding provide useful storage. All appliances convey. Private well and septic, plus low annual HOA dues of just $425.
| List Price: | $494,000 |
| Status: | For Sale |
| Bedrooms: | 3 |
| Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Approx Sq. Ft.: | 1825 sqft |
| Parking: | Attached Garage |
| MLS Number: | CAR4411005 |
| Subdivision: | Willow Lakes |
| Style: | Ranch |
| Bathrooms: | 2 |
| Lot Description: | Corner Lot |
| Year Built: | 1999 |
| Sewer Type: | Septic Installed |
| Elementary: | Unspecified |
| Middle: | Unspecified |
| High: | Unspecified |
| Date | Event | Price | $/SQFT |
| 10-09-2026 | Listed | $494,000 | $271 |
| 01-17-2026 | Listed | $210,000 | $116 |
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| School Name | Distance | Grades | Rating |
| Rutherfordton Elementary School | 2 miles | PK-05 | 7 |
| Spindale Elementary School | 4 miles | PK-05 | 6 |
| Mt. Vernon-Ruth Elementary School | 7 miles | PK-05 | 5 |
| Forest City-Dunbar Elementary School | 7 miles | PK-05 | 4 |
| Harris Elementary School | 7 miles | PK-05 | 7 |
| Pinnacle Elementary School | 8 miles | PK-05 | 8 |
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| Street Address | Distance | Status | List Price | Days on Market |
| 221 Willow Lakes Drive, Rutherfordton NC | 0 mi | $494,000 | days | |
| 190 Observation Ridge, Rutherfordton NC | 0.3 mi | $465,900 | days | |
| 762 Willow Lakes Drive, Rutherfordton NC | 0.6 mi | $419,000 | days | |
| 132 Grandview Drive, Rutherfordton NC | 1.2 mi | $368,000 | 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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221 Willow Lakes Drive, Rutherfordton NC is a 1825 ft2 on a 4.500 acres lot. This is for $494,000. This has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and was built in 1999.
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