$422,000
UNDER CONTRACT

117 Whitney Ave Tryon, NC 28782

Tryon Area

Estimated payment $2,448/month

Total Views 9,992
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,476 Sq Ft
$286 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Hot Property
  • Wood Flooring
  • Screened Porch
  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Laundry Room

About This Home

Classic charm meets modern comfort in this beautifully updated 1944 home, ideally situated on a level 0.34-acre lot just minutes from the heart of downtown Tryon.
Offering 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and 1,476 heated square feet, this inviting home features a desirable split-bedroom floor plan that provides privacy for the primary suite while maintaining comfortable gathering spaces for family and guests. The remodeled kitchen is the centerpiece of the home, opening to a spacious new screened porch, creating an inviting indoor-outdoor living space for entertaining or simply enjoying the mature trees and peaceful surroundings.
The original character has been thoughtfully preserved, with beautifully refinished hardwood floors, while numerous recent improvements provide peace of mind. Recent updates include a new natural gas furnace and central air system, renovated kitchen, updated plumbing, refinished hardwood floors, an enclosed screened porch, drainage improvements, and many other thoughtful enhancements completed over the past few years.
Outside, you'll find a side patio, mature shade trees, and a level backyard with plenty of room for gardening, outdoor entertaining, or simply enjoying the peaceful setting. An attached two-car carport and an outbuilding provide excellent parking and storage options.
The home also includes a walk-up attic for convenient storage and a 617-square-foot unfinished basement housing the mechanical systems and providing additional storage space.
Located on city water and sewer with natural gas service, this move-in-ready home offers the perfect blend of timeless character, modern updates, and an exceptional location just minutes from downtown Tryon's restaurants, galleries, theatres, parks, and community events. If you've been looking for an updated home with classic appeal in one of Tryon's most established neighborhoods, this property is well worth a visit.

Listing Agent

Kathy Toomey

New View Realty Brokerage Email: Kathy@KathyToomey.com License #251271 Listed on: 07/14/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1944

Lot Details

  • 14,810 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Wired For Data
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Screened Porch
  • Permanent Attic Stairs

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Washer and Dryer

Unfinished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Sump Pump

Parking

  • 2 Attached Carport Spaces
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Outbuilding

Schools

  • Tryon Elementary School
  • Polk Middle School
  • Polk High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number T5-B6

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1944

Lot Details

0.34 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Year Built: 1944
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Ratio CurrentPrice/TotalPropertyHLA: 285.91
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Attribution Contact: Kathy@KathyToomey.com
  • Special Features: 4224

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Attic Stairs Fixed, Split Bedroom
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1476
  • Third Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Basement: 617
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 617
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dryer
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1476
  • Has Basement: Partial, Sump Pump, Unfinished
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Living Area: 1476
  • Bedroom Main: 3

Exterior Features

  • New Construction: No
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Vinyl
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Porch, Screened, Side Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Main Level Garage YN: 0
  • Carport Spaces: 2
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Attached Carport, Driveway

Utilities

  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Laundry Features: In Kitchen, Main Level
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas, Wired Internet Available
  • Water Source: City

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Polk
  • HOA Subject To: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: T5-B6
  • Zoning: M
  • Plat Book Slide: G/578
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.34
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Specification: M

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Tryon
  • High School: Polk

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Home Values in the Area

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Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $1,535 $331,610 $51,000 $280,610
2024 $904 $155,196 $28,900 $126,296
2023 $889 $155,196 $28,900 $126,296
2022 $893 $155,196 $28,900 $126,296
2021 $893 $155,196 $28,900 $126,296
2020 $756 $121,337 $28,900 $92,437
2019 $756 $121,337 $28,900 $92,437
2018 $718 $121,337 $28,900 $92,437
2017 $718 $127,973 $28,900 $99,073
2016 $752 $127,973 $28,900 $99,073
2015 $727 $0 $0 $0
2014 $727 $0 $0 $0
2013 -- $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/14/2026 07/14/26 For Sale $422,000 +41.4% $286 / Sq Ft
08/30/2023 08/30/23 Sold $298,350 -3.8% $202 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/17/2023 07/17/23 Pending -- -- --
07/14/2023 07/14/23 For Sale $310,000 -- $210 / Sq Ft
Source: Canopy MLS

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $102,000 --
Warranty Deed -- --
Deed -- --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $298,350 VA
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Kathy Toomey

New View Realty

(828) 547-4362

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Source: Canopy MLS

MLS Number: 4400518

Canopy MLS

APN: T5-B6

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