Don't miss the opportunity to own this beautiful, totally move-in ready cottage on a spacious 1.65 acre lot. Excellent opportunity for investment as this property is on county water with an opportunity to subdivide the lot for an additional homesite. Updates include, new flooring throughout, freshly painted, new countertops, bathroom vanities, light fixtures, fridge, range and many more (see update sheet attached). Low maintenance fiber cement siding. A fenced in backyard is the perfectly place for your fur or feathered friends with lots of room for roaming. Prime located 15 as it is located only 15 minutes from the Tryon International Equestrian Center, 45 minutes from Asheville Airport, less than 15 minutes to downtown Forest City and 7 minutes from the Cleghorn public Golf and Sports Club. This amazing property won't last long!!
Single-familyProperty Type
2018Year Built
1.65 acresLot Size
$239Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Darlene Fouts• NorthGroup Real Estate LLC
Contact: darlenefoutsrealtor@gmail.com
Bought with Ashley Sandahl• Looking Glass Realty, Saluda
Adorable cottage situated on 1.65 acres of pure countryside. This is an investment you do not want to miss. Very level usable lot with beautiful mountain views and exquisite sunsets. So many options await the right buyer whether starting out, settling down or ready to invest in this quickly growing and transforming community. Just a little vision could elevate this property with a multitude of uses for now or in the future. Easy access to interstate for convenient travel to Hendersonville, Spartanburg or Charlotte. Take in Friday Night Lights at the Tryon Equestrian Center, a day at the beach in beloved Lake Lure, a round of golf at one of many renown golf courses or a tour around some of our best wineries.
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3477335
Apr 23, 2019
Sold
$129,000
$134/sq ft
Feb 27, 2019
Contingent
—
Feb 22, 2019
Listed
$129,000
$134/sq ft
+11
Cute as a button cottage on 1.65 acres in the Shiloh community. Open floor plan with vaulted ceilings. Two bedrooms share a full bath. Half bath off great room. House was under roof and dried in in 2017 but finalized the end of 2018. House is heated and cooled with three Mitsubishi wall mounted units. Rannai hot water heater. Utility closet ready for stack washer/dryer. A new dishwasher will be installed. All furnishings negotiable. Very nice mountain views from back yard.Owner says house is completely insulated with spray foam, walls R-21+, ceiling R-45+, all interior doors are 36 inches - wheelchair accessible, Anderson thermal pane windows with low E glass.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,199 (+26.9%)
$12,000 + $169,500
$181,500
2024
$945 (+0.4%)
$12,000 + $163,500
$175,500
2023
$942 (+40.0%)
$12,000 + $163,800
$175,800
2022
$673 (+1.5%)
$12,000 + $86,200
$98,200
2021
$663 (+1.5%)
$12,000 + $86,200
$98,200
2020
$653 (+16.6%)
$12,000 + $86,200
$98,200
2019
$560 (+1,145.4%)
$12,000 + $73,300
$85,300
2017
$45
$6,900
Tax history for 2496 Poors Ford Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,199 (+26.9%)
$12,000 + $169,500
$181,500
2024
$945 (+0.4%)
$12,000 + $163,500
$175,500
2023
$942 (+40.0%)
$12,000 + $163,800
$175,800
2022
$673 (+1.5%)
$12,000 + $86,200
$98,200
2021
$663 (+1.5%)
$12,000 + $86,200
$98,200
2020
$653 (+16.6%)
$12,000 + $86,200
$98,200
2019
$560 (+1,145.4%)
$12,000 + $73,300
$85,300
2017
$45
$6,900
*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
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.65 Acres
Year renovated
2018
Sq. Ft.
960
Year built
2018
Style
Other
County
Rutherford County
APN
1650578
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
Parking Features: Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Third: 0
# of Bedrooms: Upper: 0
# of Bedrooms: Main: 2
# of Bedrooms: Lower: 0
# of Bedrooms: Basement: 0
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Half Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Laundry Closet
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Ductless
Cooling Information: Ductless
Interior Features
Room Count: 1
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Vinyl
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Fiber Cement
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch
Fencing: Back Yard
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Zoning Specification: None
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Open Lot, Private
Lot Size Area: 1.65
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: County Water
Sewer: Septic Installed
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Harris
Middle Or Junior High School: Chase
High School: Chase
Location Information
Directions: Follow GPS.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 960
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.65 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 2018
Year Renovated: 2018
County: Rutherford County
APN: 1650578
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 960
Living Area: 960
Above Grade Finished Area: 960
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 960
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Slab
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Harris Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.7mi
6/10
Chase Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.8mi
5/10
Rutherford Early College High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.4mi
8/10
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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
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 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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