Looking for that perfect place to retire that is "off the grid?" This home is perfect for you!2 bedroom/2 bath cottage up 1,942 feet on top of Cherry Mountain w/ views all the way to Charlotte, South Mountain, Crowder's Mtn., Vale & others. Home sits on 7 private acres and has had many updates. New hot water heater, filtration system, water pump, paint outside this year, painted inside 2015 and kitchen appliances in 2015, electric updated, engineered hardwoods, unheated double pane windows and small pool room added under deck area for the 30X50 4 ft deep oval pool. Property has RV hook up w/ sewer and garage is RV size as well. There are fruit trees (peach pear and apple) & grape vines for your enjoyment along w/ a fire pit and waterfall in the immaculate yard. Abundant wild life to view all of the time. Make your appointment today. There are additional 23 acres being sold across from this house if you should want to purchase adjoining land as well.
Single-familyProperty Type
1984Year Built
7 acresLot Size
$273Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Debra Martin• Purple Martin Realty, Inc.
Bought with Kourtney Hogan• EXP Realty LLC
Source:CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3664355
Redfin Estimate
$357,566
$66K since sold in February 2026$0 since August
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This home's estimate is 14.1% higher than the average sale price ($313K) of 6 comparable homes.
Looking for that perfect place to retire that is "off the grid?" This home is perfect for you!2 bedroom/2 bath cottage up 1,942 feet on top of Cherry Mountain w/ views all the way to Charlotte, South Mountain, Crowder's Mtn., Vale & others. Home sits on 7 private acres and has had many updates. New hot water heater, filtration system, water pump, paint outside this year, painted inside 2015 and kitchen appliances in 2015, electric updated, engineered hardwoods, unheated double pane windows and small pool room added under deck area for the 30X50 4 ft deep oval pool. Property has RV hook up w/ sewer and garage is RV size as well. There are fruit trees (peach pear and apple) & grape vines for your enjoyment along w/ a fire pit and waterfall in the immaculate yard. Abundant wild life to view all of the time. Make your appointment today. There are additional 23 acres being sold across from this house if you should want to purchase adjoining land as well.
NCMMLS #NCM585403
Jul 18, 2017
Price Changed
$150,000
$114/sq ft
Aug 7, 2015
Sold
$148,000
$113/sq ft
Aug 7, 2015
Sold
$148,000
$113/sq ft
May 26, 2015
Listed
$150,000
$114/sq ft
Cozy & comfortable mountain retreat on 7 ac. w/ awesome mountain views. LR w/ FP wood insert. Master BR w/ awesome BA w/ tile & walnut floors & jetted tub & mtn. views. Very nice above ground pool w/ lots of decking (liner 3 yrs. old). Walkout basement great for storage. 12x30x12'RV garage/ workshop. 11x20 utility shed. Add'l septic tap & parking for guest w/ RV. Small vineyard-appx. 50 plants. Plenty of room for gardening. 2 wet water springs. Must see!
Public Records
Aug 10, 2015
Sold
$148,000
$113/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,569 (+5.7%)
$38,200 + $191,300
$229,500
2024
$1,484 (+0.8%)
$38,200 + $191,300
$229,500
2023
$1,472 (+10.6%)
$38,200 + $191,300
$229,500
2022
$1,331 (+0.4%)
$38,200 + $125,800
$164,000
2021
$1,326 (+1.3%)
$38,200 + $125,800
$164,000
2020
$1,309 (+0.6%)
$38,200 + $125,800
$164,000
2019
$1,301 (+10.5%)
$38,200 + $125,800
$164,000
2018
$1,178 (+2.7%)
$34,300 + $110,200
$144,500
2017
$1,147 (+0.5%)
$34,300 + $110,200
$144,500
2016
$1,141 (+3.6%)
$34,300 + $110,200
$144,500
2015
$1,101
$34,300 + $110,200
$144,500
2014
$1,102
$34,300 + $106,200
$140,500
Tax history for 505 Mason Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,569 (+5.7%)
$38,200 + $191,300
$229,500
2024
$1,484 (+0.8%)
$38,200 + $191,300
$229,500
2023
$1,472 (+10.6%)
$38,200 + $191,300
$229,500
2022
$1,331 (+0.4%)
$38,200 + $125,800
$164,000
2021
$1,326 (+1.3%)
$38,200 + $125,800
$164,000
2020
$1,309 (+0.6%)
$38,200 + $125,800
$164,000
2019
$1,301 (+10.5%)
$38,200 + $125,800
$164,000
2018
$1,178 (+2.7%)
$34,300 + $110,200
$144,500
2017
$1,147 (+0.5%)
$34,300 + $110,200
$144,500
2016
$1,141 (+3.6%)
$34,300 + $110,200
$144,500
2015
$1,101
$34,300 + $110,200
$144,500
2014
$1,102
$34,300 + $106,200
$140,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Permits
Aug 3, 2026 • Active
Mechanical (residential) hvac changeout
Replace a heat pump and air handler. Reconnect the existing power wiring, control wiring, and ductwork to the heating and air conditioning system.
HVAC
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Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Heat Pump
Heating Type: Heat Pump
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Foundation Type: Block
Building Style Type: Ranch
Building Construction Quality: Average
Exterior Wall: Wood Siding
Roof Covering Type: Asphalt
Roof Shape Type: Gable
Building Type: Single Family
Property Information
Subdivision Name: GEORGE E & LOUISE A HOLLAND CH
Living Sq. Ft: 1,312
Building Sq. Ft: 1,312
# of Stories: 1
Stories Type: 1
Legal Description: RES TR 25 HOLLAND CHERRY MTN
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Type: Frame Garage
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 535
Garage / Carport Type: Frame
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 304,920
Legal Lot Number: 22
Legal Block Number: 1
Municipality Name: DUNCAN CREEK
Acres: 7
County Use Description: RESIDENTIAL
Utility Information
Sewer Type: Septic
Water Service Type: Public
Utility Type: Public Water
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,312
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1984
Year Renovated: 1994
County: Rutherford County
APN: 513598
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Sunshine Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.7mi
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East Rutherford Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.8mi
3/10
East Rutherford High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.8mi
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 103° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% 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
$340,000 – $412,000
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