$449,900

557 Emerald Pkwy Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Estimated payment $2,543/month

Total Views 4,137
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,517 Sq Ft
$297 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Pond
  • Open Floorplan
  • Private Lot
  • Cathedral Ceiling

About This Home

Cozy log cabin with a 2-car detached garage at the tip of a quiet cul-de-sac, overlooking gorgeous year-round, long range mountain views and the adjoining Emerald Lake. Front-to-side wrap-around covered porch perched above this 3.07-acre parcel offers a peaceful setting & sunsets. The main level boasts an open concept cathedral ceiling living room, kitchen with a nice breakfast bar, dining area, laundry closet, full bathroom, and primary bedroom. The bedroom or sleeping area for guests. Downstairs in the walk-out finished basement you’ll find a large en-suite bedroom with an office/flex space, full bath, laundry closet, and a screened, covered porch with access to the backyard. There is also an unfinished fully insulated storage space that could be converted to finished, and another exterior entrance to a tool storage area. The main level two car garage has a finished unheated area above the garage with two closets that could be turned into another en-suite bedroom by adding plumbing in one of the closets for a bath and utilizing one of the unused mini splits from the main house. Concrete drive with ample parking and a RV parking area with water, electric and sewer hookups. Brand new HVAC system installed Nov. 1st, 2025.

Listing Agent

Wes and Cathy Cleary

Team Cleary Real Estate Inc Brokerage Email: TeamClearyWNC@gmail.com License #295716 Listed on: 11/14/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 2003

Lot Details

  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Private Lot
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Lot Has A Rolling Slope

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • 4 Open Parking Spaces

Property Views

  • Water
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Log Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Electric Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Insulated Doors
  • Great Room with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer Hookup

Partially Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Walk-Up Access
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Basement Storage

Outdoor Features

  • Pond
  • Wrap Around Porch
  • Shed

Schools

  • Pinnacle Elementary School
  • Rs Middle School
  • R-S Central High School

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • Emerald Lake Subdivision
  • Property has a Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1631092

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 2003

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 2003
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete, Paved
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • Ratio CurrentPrice/TotalPropertyHLA: 296.57
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Attribution Contact: TeamClearyWNC@gmail.com
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Open Floorplan
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 734
  • Third Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Basement: 221
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 221
  • Sq Ft Upper: 270
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Hood, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1004
  • Has Basement: Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Partially Finished, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 513
  • Door Features: Insulated Door(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Electric, Great Room, Primary Bedroom
  • Living Area: 1517
  • Window Features: Insulated Window(s)
  • Bedroom Main: 1
  • Bedroom Basement: 1

Exterior Features

  • New Construction: No
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • View: Long Range, Mountain(s), Water, Year Round
  • Construction Type: Log, Wood
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Side Porch, Wrap Around

Garage/Parking

  • Main Level Garage YN: 1
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces: 4
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Heating: Ductless, Heat Pump
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Laundry Closet, Main Level, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Ductless, Heat Pump
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Hoa Subject To Dues: Mandatory
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: Yes

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: RS
  • HOA Subject To: Required

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Paved, Pond(s), Private, Rolling Slope, Views
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 1631092
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Specification: RES

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Pinnacle
  • High School: R-S Central

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

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 $2,124 $323,400 $66,900 $256,500
2024 $2,052 $323,400 $66,900 $256,500
2023 $1,773 $323,400 $66,900 $256,500
2022 $1,773 $222,600 $63,400 $159,200
2021 $1,746 $222,600 $63,400 $159,200
2020 $1,694 $215,400 $63,400 $152,000
2019 $1,686 $215,400 $63,400 $152,000
2018 $1,424 $177,500 $31,000 $146,500
2016 $1,375 $177,500 $31,000 $146,500
2013 -- $177,500 $31,000 $146,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/14/2025 11/14/25 For Sale $449,900 +73.1% $297 / Sq Ft
04/29/2020 04/29/20 Sold $259,900 0.0% $171 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/10/2020 03/10/20 Pending -- -- --
02/03/2020 02/03/20 For Sale $259,900 -- $171 / Sq Ft
Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $260,000 First American Mortgage Sln
Deed $145,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $251,225 FHA
Source: Public Records

Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

MLS Number: 4317909

Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

APN: 1631092