STUNNING and one-of-a-kind property! A GREAT opportunity for an investor or home buyer eager to benefit from immediate equity. If you are looking for a completely private home, with great views, exclusive access to the South Fork River, and updated...look no further. Each room showcases the stunning views and seasonal views. Primary Suite offers a private balcony overlooking the trees, "his and hers" bathroom (yes...separate bathrooms!), and easy access to the laundry room. Living room has floor and ceiling windows, high ceilings, and a beautiful stone fireplace that fits the esthetic of this property perfectly. Kitchen offers a large gas range, beautiful cabinetry, and a large island. Downstairs has "walk out" access to the deck area, It's own living room, full bathroom, bedroom, and access to the oversized garage. Outside is a true oasis...two tiered decks, an outdoor shower, a covered "look out" area with a picnic table. This property also has a RV covered parking area with outlets/ power for your RV. This is a TRUE gem. Welcome HOME!
Single-familyProperty Type
1997Year Built
4.68 acresLot Size
$194Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Ally Bohanan• Northstar Real Estate, LLC
Here is a chance to own your own piece of privacy along the South Fork River. Feel like you are living at a mountain get away! Admire the home’s exterior stonework and koi pond as you cross the bridge to the front porch. Step inside to the warm interior, cathedral ceiling with windows for light, beautiful stone fireplace, built-in shelving, built-in computer desk, large kitchen with island and commercial stove. Primary bedroom has two full baths, one sharing a dual sided see-through fireplace with primary bedroom. Huge primary closet! No carpet in this home. Attic fan that works! Large garage with additional storage. Enjoy the outdoors on one of the many upper or lower decks, picnic at the gazebo and fire pit, or hike down to the river and launch your canoe. Wired covered RV parking. Must see this very unique property!
Public Records
Apr 20, 2007
Sold
$270,000
$106/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 18, 2005
Sold
$243,500
$96/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 1, 1990
Sold
$25,000
$10/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,270
$24,140 + $433,900
$458,040
2024
$3,270 (+2.7%)
$24,140 + $433,900
$458,040
2023
$3,183 (+32.0%)
$24,140 + $433,900
$458,040
2022
$2,412 (−1.4%)
$18,550 + $243,580
$262,130
2021
$2,446 (+7.3%)
$18,550 + $243,580
$262,130
2020
$2,279 (−1.1%)
$18,550 + $243,580
$262,130
2019
$2,304 (+37.1%)
$18,550 + $228,350
$246,900
2018
$1,681 (−1.5%)
$18,550 + $228,350
$246,900
2017
$1,706
$24,030 + $152,871
$176,901
2016
$1,706 (+7.6%)
$24,030 + $155,571
$179,601
2014
$1,585
$26,370 + $142,303
$168,673
2013
$1,586 (+3.9%)
$26,370 + $142,303
$168,673
2012
$1,526 (+0.9%)
$26,370 + $142,303
$168,673
2011
$1,513
$26,370 + $142,303
$168,673
Tax history for 240 Petty Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,270
$24,140 + $433,900
$458,040
2024
$3,270 (+2.7%)
$24,140 + $433,900
$458,040
2023
$3,183 (+32.0%)
$24,140 + $433,900
$458,040
2022
$2,412 (−1.4%)
$18,550 + $243,580
$262,130
2021
$2,446 (+7.3%)
$18,550 + $243,580
$262,130
2020
$2,279 (−1.1%)
$18,550 + $243,580
$262,130
2019
$2,304 (+37.1%)
$18,550 + $228,350
$246,900
2018
$1,681 (−1.5%)
$18,550 + $228,350
$246,900
2017
$1,706
$24,030 + $152,871
$176,901
2016
$1,706 (+7.6%)
$24,030 + $155,571
$179,601
2014
$1,585
$26,370 + $142,303
$168,673
2013
$1,586 (+3.9%)
$26,370 + $142,303
$168,673
2012
$1,526 (+0.9%)
$26,370 + $142,303
$168,673
2011
$1,513
$26,370 + $142,303
$168,673
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.72 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,695
Year built
1997
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Gaston County
APN
171712
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 23, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
Parking Features: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Main: 1
# of Bedrooms: Basement: 1
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Main: 2
# of Full Baths: Basement: 1
# of Full Baths (Total): 3
Room 1 Information
Room Level: Main
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Finished, Walk-Out Access
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log, Primary Bedroom, See Through, Other - See Remarks
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Natural Gas
Cooling Information: Central Air
Sq. Ft. Unheated Total: 138
Sq. Ft. Unheated Basement: 138
Interior Features
Room Count: 1
Appliances: Other
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Stone, Vinyl
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Outdoor Shower
Waterfront Information
Water Body Name: South Fork Catawba River
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning Specification: R1
Lot Information
Lot Features: Creek Front, Orchard(s), Private, Wooded, Views, Waterfront
Lot Size Area: 4.68
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Gravel
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Unspecified
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Unspecified
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,695
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3.72 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1997
Year Renovated: —
County: Gaston County
APN: 171712
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 23, 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.: 2547
Living Area: 2547
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,674
Below Grade Finished Area: 873
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1674
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Basement
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Carr Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.8mi
6/10
William C Friday Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.0mi
2/10
North Gaston High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.7mi
3/10
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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 104° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
16% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Gastonia, NC • 28056
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.4 hours in
June and 5.3 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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5.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$470,000 – $569,000
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