949 Cove Road, Rutherfordton NC
- 3 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 1066 ft2
- 2.4 ac
For Sale $199,000
Remarks:
Sitting proudly on a corner lot with endless potential, this solid Rutherfordton home is ready for your vision. Priced at just $199,000 —and even less if purchased “as is”—this is truly a steal in today’s market! A fantastic canvas for investors, business owners, or homebuyers who want to put their own stamp on it. With its prime corner location, this property offers MANY possible uses—residential or commercial. Imagine enjoying winter mountain views from your yard, expanding into the unfinished basement for extra space, or getting creative with the existing slab—perfect for a carport, a pickleball court, or even a backyard hangout spot. The house has withstood storms and remains solid, so you’re starting with great bones! Act now with an offer and lock in the deal! (*3rd room was converted to a "den" area with a woodstove, which can be turned back into a bedroom.) All of this is just minutes to downtown Rutherfordton, with its charming shops, restaurants, and historic square. Outdoor lovers will appreciate the proximity to hiking, biking, and nearby Lake Lure for water adventures. Affordable, versatile, and full of potential—don’t let this one pass you by!
Interior Features:
Attic Other, Attic Stairs Fixed, Other - See Remarks
General Information:
| List Price: | $199,000 |
| Status: | For Sale |
| Bedrooms: | 3 |
| Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Approx Sq. Ft.: | 1066 sqft |
| Parking: | Circular Driveway, Driveway, Other - See Remarks |
| MLS Number: | CAR4307294 |
| Subdivision: | None |
| Bathrooms: | 1 |
| Lot Description: | Cleared, Corner Lot, Level, Open Lot, Views |
| Year Built: | 1954 |
| Sewer Type: | Septic Installed |
Assigned Schools:
| Elementary: | Pinnacle |
| Middle: | R-S Middle |
| High: | R-S Central |
Price & Sales History
| Date | Event | Price | $/SQFT |
| 11-23-2025 | Price Decrease | $199,000-11.56% | $187 |
| 11-05-2025 | Price Decrease | $224,999-13.13% | $212 |
| 10-25-2025 | Listed | $259,000 | $243 |
Nearby Schools
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| School Name | Distance | Grades | Rating |
| Pinnacle Elementary School | 4 miles | PK-05 | 8 |
| Lake Lure Classical Academy | 8 miles | KG-06 | 4 |
| Rutherfordton Elementary School | 8 miles | PK-05 | 7 |
| Mt. Vernon-Ruth Elementary School | 8 miles | PK-05 | 5 |
| Spindale Elementary School | 9 miles | PK-05 | 6 |
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Properties For Sale Nearby
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| Street Address | Distance | Status | List Price | Days on Market |
| 949 Cove Road, Rutherfordton NC | 0 mi | $199,000 | days | |
| 966 Cove Road, Rutherfordton NC | 0.1 mi | $329,900 | days | |
| 1121 Cove Road, Rutherfordton NC | 0.3 mi | $636,000 | days | |
| 888 Owensby Road, Rutherfordton NC | 0.8 mi | $415,000 | days | |
| 621 Pleasant Grove Road, Rutherfordton NC | 0.9 mi | $879,000 | days | |
| 3510 US 64 Highway, Rutherfordton NC | 1.1 mi | $185,000 | days |
Sold Properties Nearby
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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 |
Demographic Data For Zip 28139
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Property Listing Information
A Courtesy Listing Provided By CENTURY 21 Mountain Lifestyles
949 Cove Road, Rutherfordton NC is a 1066 ft2 on a 2.400 acres lot. This is for $199,000. This has 3 bedrooms, 1 baths, and was built in 1954.
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