Private cozy lakefront log home in the Brooks Lake Community in Rutherfordton. This is a rare find, since homes are not frequently for sale in this private community. There is an easy gentle walk to the water's edge with a private dock for relaxing, fishing or picnics. Solid log construction with wrap around porches, is rustic and secluded, yet close to town. Please request Saturday showings 24 hrs in advance. Extra lot included.
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
1.22 acresLot Size
$250Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Carol Choun• Coldwell Banker Quarters Real Estate Res
Bought with Dianne Rule• Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Downtown
Private cozy lakefront log home in the Brooks Lake Community in Rutherfordton. This is a rare find, since homes are not frequently for sale in this private community. There is an easy gentle walk to the water's edge with a private dock for relaxing, fishing or picnics. Solid log construction with wrap around porches, is rustic and secluded, yet close to town. Please request Saturday showings 24 hrs in advance. Extra lot included.
Public Records
Aug 1, 2008
Sold
$172,500
$130/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 7, 2006
Sold
$142,500
$108/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,858 (+13.6%)
$30,900 + $268,900
$299,800
2024
$1,636 (+0.3%)
$30,900 + $268,900
$299,800
2023
$1,631 (+41.8%)
$30,900 + $268,900
$299,800
2022
$1,150 (+3.0%)
$30,900 + $135,300
$166,200
2021
$1,117
$30,900 + $135,300
$166,200
2020
$1,117 (+0.7%)
$30,900 + $135,300
$166,200
2019
$1,109 (+4.3%)
$30,900 + $135,300
$166,200
2018
$1,063 (−1.1%)
$31,000 + $126,000
$157,000
2017
$1,075
$31,000 + $126,000
$157,000
Tax history for 472 Brooks Lake Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,858 (+13.6%)
$30,900 + $268,900
$299,800
2024
$1,636 (+0.3%)
$30,900 + $268,900
$299,800
2023
$1,631 (+41.8%)
$30,900 + $268,900
$299,800
2022
$1,150 (+3.0%)
$30,900 + $135,300
$166,200
2021
$1,117
$30,900 + $135,300
$166,200
2020
$1,117 (+0.7%)
$30,900 + $135,300
$166,200
2019
$1,109 (+4.3%)
$30,900 + $135,300
$166,200
2018
$1,063 (−1.1%)
$31,000 + $126,000
$157,000
2017
$1,075
$31,000 + $126,000
$157,000
*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
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.34 Acres
Year renovated
2003
Sq. Ft.
1,080
Year built
1996
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Rutherford County
APN
1650723
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air, Heat Pump
Interior Features
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan
Appliances: Ceiling Fan(s), Dishwasher
Flooring: Tile, Carpet
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Log
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Outbuilding(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Lake Access, Waterfront, Water View, Year Round View
Lot Size Area: 1.22
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Publically Maintained Road: 1
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units: 0
HOA Information
Association Fee: $150
School Information
Elementary School: Pinnacle
Middle Or Junior High School: RS
High School: RS Central
Location Information
Directions: From Lake Lure take 64/74A East towards Rutherfordton about 13 miles and turn Left onto Cove Rd. After .3 miles turn R onto Hampton and after 1.4 miles turn R onto Darlington. In 1.9 miles turn L onto Brooks Lake Rd. Home is .7 miles up on the right.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,080
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1.34 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: 2003
County: Rutherford County
APN: 1650723
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 1325
Sq. Ft. Upper: 175
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1150
Building Area Total: 1325
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Structure Type: 1.5 Story
Around this home
Schools
Pinnacle Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi
4/10
R-S Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.2mi
4/10
R-S Central High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.0mi
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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 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
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 5.3 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$315,000 – $381,000
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