949 Cove Rd Rutherfordton, NC 28139
Estimated payment $1,132/month
Highlights
- 2.4 Acre Lot
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- No HOA
- Mountain View
- Corner Lot
- Circular Driveway
About This Home
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!
Listing Agent
CENTURY 21 Mountain Lifestyles Brokerage Email: ERIKABRADLEYREALTOR@GMAIL.COM License #307030 Listed on: 10/12/2025
Co-Listing Agent
CENTURY 21 Mountain Lifestyles Brokerage Email: ERIKABRADLEYREALTOR@GMAIL.COM License #342732
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1954
Lot Details
- 2.4 Acre Lot
- Corner Lot
- Level Lot
- Open Lot
- Cleared Lot
Parking
- Circular Driveway
Home Design
- Metal Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Propane Fireplace
- Mountain Views
- Permanent Attic Stairs
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Gas Range
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer and Dryer
Unfinished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Interior Basement Entry
Schools
- Pinnacle Elementary School
- R-S Middle School
- R-S Central High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Propane
- Septic Tank
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 807953
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $1,179 | $161,600 | $32,300 | $129,300 |
| 2024 | $11 | $161,600 | $32,300 | $129,300 |
| 2023 | $772 | $161,600 | $32,300 | $129,300 |
| 2022 | $772 | $84,800 | $19,900 | $64,900 |
| 2021 | $758 | $84,800 | $19,900 | $64,900 |
| 2020 | $758 | $84,800 | $19,900 | $64,900 |
| 2019 | $750 | $84,800 | $19,900 | $64,900 |
| 2018 | $577 | $60,200 | $19,700 | $40,500 |
| 2016 | $546 | $60,200 | $19,700 | $40,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $60,200 | $19,700 | $40,500 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/19/2025 11/19/25 | Price Changed | $199,000 | -11.6% | $187 / Sq Ft |
| 10/26/2025 10/26/25 | Price Changed | $224,999 | -13.1% | $211 / Sq Ft |
| 10/12/2025 10/12/25 | For Sale | $259,000 | -- | $243 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Avelable | |
| Deed | $49,600 | -- |
Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)
MLS Number: 4307294
APN: 807953
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