As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,418 (+2.3%)
$24,700 + $101,200
$125,900
2024
$1,386 (+7.2%)
$24,700 + $101,200
$125,900
2023
$1,293 (+38.3%)
$24,700 + $101,200
$125,900
2022
$935
$24,700 + $50,400
$75,100
2021
$935
$24,700 + $50,400
$75,100
2020
$935 (+0.9%)
$24,700 + $50,400
$75,100
2019
$927 (−2.8%)
$24,700 + $50,400
$75,100
2018
$954 (−2.3%)
$24,700 + $49,570
$74,270
2017
$976
$24,700 + $49,570
$74,270
Tax history for 265 Cardinal Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,418 (+2.3%)
$24,700 + $101,200
$125,900
2024
$1,386 (+7.2%)
$24,700 + $101,200
$125,900
2023
$1,293 (+38.3%)
$24,700 + $101,200
$125,900
2022
$935
$24,700 + $50,400
$75,100
2021
$935
$24,700 + $50,400
$75,100
2020
$935 (+0.9%)
$24,700 + $50,400
$75,100
2019
$927 (−2.8%)
$24,700 + $50,400
$75,100
2018
$954 (−2.3%)
$24,700 + $49,570
$74,270
2017
$976
$24,700 + $49,570
$74,270
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Permits
Feb 28, 2024 • Final
Mechanical (residential) hvac changeout
Replace a heat pump and air handler. Reconnect the new units to the existing ductwork, power wiring, and control wiring.
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
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 1
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Heat Pump
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Good
Foundation Type: Concrete
Building Construction Quality: Fair
Exterior Wall: Vinyl
Roof Covering Type: Asphalt
Roof Shape Type: Gable
Property Information
Living Sq. Ft: 638
Building Sq. Ft: 638
# of Stories: 1
Stories Type: 1
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Type: Carport
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 198
Garage / Carport Type: Carport
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 131,116
Legal Block Number: 1
Acres: 3.01
Zoning Code: R20
County Use Description: RESIDENTIAL
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 638
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3.01 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 2003
Year Renovated: 2003
County: Rutherford County
APN: 1651275
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 24, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Mt Vernon-Ruth Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.4mi
5/10
R-S Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.5mi
4/10
R-S Central High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
4/10
Provided by GreatSchools
Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Rutherfordton, NC • 28139
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
48
28
56
35
69
43
76
51
76
56
86
65
90
70
80
66
79
61
72
50
64
42
53
33
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
Try the sun simulator tool to see how light moves across the property at different times of day and year.
Provided by Shadowmap
Sell confidently with a local market expert in Rutherfordton. 3 minutes to get started.