Welcome to 5560 Springs Road: a peaceful countryside escape with nearly 4 acres of potential. This 1947 farmhouse, accessible from Springs Road and Lindsey Lane, is ready to be restored to its former glory. The current owners have cleared debris, removed large trees, and made major improvements to revitalize the land. With multiple outbuildings, detached garages, and a solid barn stocked with hay, the groundwork is set for your dream homestead. The property features mature fruit trees, berry bushes, and grapevines, creating a serene, fruitful setting. Plus, it’s just minutes from Riverbend Park and the Lake Hickory public boat ramp. Inside, you'll find 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and charming original woodwork. While the home needs TLC, its strong bones and character shine through. If you're dreaming of a rural lifestyle with history and heart, 5560 Springs Road is waiting for you.
Single-familyProperty Type
1947Year Built
3.98 acresLot Size
$126Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Bailey Conn• Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Foothills
Attention investors! Amazing potential on this fixer upper on almost 4 acres with a home and multiple buildings/barns. Potential for the cutest farmhouse. Sits between/close to multiple cities making for a great location. Another old original home on the property and 3 other buildings. Many fruit trees on the property and muscadine vines. Sold as-is. Please do not visit the property without an agent or an appointment. Sold AS-IS cash sale only
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4105719
Feb 7, 2024
Listed
$225,000
$124/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 1, 2021
Sold
$81,500
$45/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$754 (−32.6%)
$26,500 + $162,700
$189,200
2024
$1,118
2023
$1,118 (+45.9%)
2022
$766
Tax history for 5560 Springs Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$754 (−32.6%)
$26,500 + $162,700
$189,200
2024
$1,118
2023
$1,118 (+45.9%)
2022
$766
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.98 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,831
Year built
1947
Style
Other
County
Catawba County
APN
374519704222
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2026.
R-20
Residential District
The R-20 districts have dimensional standards and use restrictions consistent with single-family residential development and less than three two-family (duplex) units on separate lots planned cumulatively.
Nov 13, 2025 • Final
Permit center
Replace a heat pump split system.
HVAC
Nov 13, 2025 • Final
Permit center
Perform electrical wiring for an HVAC change-out and replace a heat pump split system.
Electrical
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
Parking Features: Driveway
Interior
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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Upper: 1
# of Bedrooms: Main: 2
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Upper: 1
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Level: Upper
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Electric
Cooling Information: Electric
Sq. Ft. Unheated Total: 700
Sq. Ft. Unheated Basement: 700
Interior Features
Room Count: 1
Appliances: None
Entry Level: 1
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Asbestos, Vinyl
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning Specification: R-20
Land Information
Land Included Y/N: 1
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 3.98
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Dirt, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Lyle Creek
Middle Or Junior High School: River Bend
High School: Bunker Hill
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,831
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3.98 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1947
Year Renovated: —
County: Catawba County
APN: 374519704222
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1815
Living Area: 1815
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,815
Sq. Ft. Upper: 515
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1300
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Second Living Quarters Heated Living Area: 0
Foundation Details: Basement
Levels: One and One Half
Around this home
Schools
Lyle Creek Elementary
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 3.1mi
5/10
River Bend Middle
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 5.5mi
5/10
Bunker Hill High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.3mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
3% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$218,000 – $264,000
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