OFF MARKET

Off market mar 2023 for $369K

$451,166

•

1,608

sq ft

492 Darlington Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

About this home

Almost 16 acres of country living. 15.91+/- acres nestled in the foothills of WNC. This property offers privacy & a sustainable life style. Splash in Mountain Creek that flows through the property, roam acres of beautiful woods, enjoy the bounty from your large fenced in garden area & fruit trees, store your harvest & preserves in the root cellar/storm shelter. Long paved driveway w/ lighted & gated entrance. Inside this meticulous home all the updates & improvements have been done for you. New kitchen, bathrooms, paint, flooring. In the living room soaring ceilings and woodstove welcomes you. Bright kitchen w/ granite tops & SS appliances. Primary bedroom & bath on main along w/ 1/2 bath. The addition added a fex room (could be homeschool, play, office, hobby room), laundry room, & office. Upstairs cozy loft area offers much natural light. Bathroom and bedroom also on 2nd level. Acreage consists of multiple lots, so bring friends and family to build close by, or sell some off.

Single-familyProperty Type

1996Year Built

15.91 acresLot Size

$281Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Kari Owens • Carolina Properties

Contact: ko@carolinaproperties.com

Bought with Mike Spurlin • Odean Keever & Associates, Inc.

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•Source:CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3940892

Redfin Estimate

$451,166

$82K since sold in March 2023$14K since September

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This home's estimate is 26.6% higher than the average sale price ($356K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 9, 2026
$250,000
A
2 beds2 baths1,350 sq ft
162 Sandstone Dr #193, Union Mills, NC 28167
SOLD OCT 5, 2026
$367,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,648 sq ft
130 S Chatem Ct, Union Mills, NC 28167
SOLD SEP 18, 2026
$348,000
C
2 beds2 baths1,288 sq ft
239 Hearthstone Dr, Union Mills, NC 28167
SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$395,000
D
2 beds2 baths1,486 sq ft
442 Whitestone Cir, Union Mills, NC 28167
SOLD AUG 26, 2026
$343,000
E
2 beds2 baths1,299 sq ft
1142 Clearwater Pkwy, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
SOLD MAR 12, 2026
$435,000
F
2 beds2 baths1,551 sq ft
240 Emerald Pkwy, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

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$2,388/mo

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Market trends in 28139, NC

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-list price

95.7%

0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$289K

$2K MoM

Avg. days on market

92d

23 days MoM

Recently sold homes

7 MoM

New listings for sale

FOR SALE BY OWNER
$194,900
2 beds2 baths924 sq ft
315 Bennett Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
FOR SALE BY OWNER
$549,000
4 beds3 baths2,086 sq ft
1241 County Line Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,700,000
2 beds2.5 baths3,068 sq ft
140 Blazing Star Ln, Rutherfordton, NC 28756
$289,000
3 beds2 baths1,629 sq ft
468 Edwards St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
$290,000
3 beds2 baths1,570 sq ft
176 Carolina Paradise Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
$439,990
3 beds3 baths2,360 sq ft
926 Cross Creek Dr, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
$250,000
3 beds1.5 baths1,400 sq ft
217 Tanner St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
$460,000
3 beds2 baths1,794 sq ft
457 Edwards Street Ext, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
$449,900
3 beds2 baths2,425 sq ft
378 Chisholm Trl, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
$319,999
3 beds2.5 baths1,866 sq ft
127 Freeman St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
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Sale history for 492 Darlington Rd

Date

Event

Price

CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3940892

Mar 23, 2023

Sold

$369,000

$229/sq ft

Feb 11, 2023

Contingent

—

Feb 5, 2023

Listed

$385,000

$239/sq ft

CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3556157

Jul 27, 2020

Sold

$225,000

$140/sq ft

Jun 5, 2020

Pending

—

Apr 14, 2020

Price Changed

$239,900

$149/sq ft

Oct 2, 2019

Listed

$250,000

$155/sq ft

+41

PRIVACY ABOUNDS! Cute 2 BR, 2.5 BA home nestled in the woods on 15.93 Acres! There are four lots included so you could have other homesites on the property or sell a lot if you want neighbors or some income! One of the lots has a nice creek running through it. The house has the master BR on the main level with master bath having walk-in shower. The dining area and living room has cathedral ceilings, skylights, & lots of windows. There is a nice woodstove to enjoy on cold winter nights but there is also a heat pump for year round heat & air. Upstairs there is another BR, bath & loft area used as an office. Lots of closet space on both levels and two pantries! Termite contract with Terminix. Home warranty included.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,080 (+53.6%)

$35,400 + $325,300

$360,700

2024

$1,354 (+13.7%)

$35,400 + $325,300

$360,700

2023

$1,192 (+10.1%)

$35,400 + $166,100

$201,500

2022

$1,082 (+1.8%)

$35,400 + $105,700

$141,100

2021

$1,063 (+87.7%)

$35,400 + $105,700

$141,100

2020

$566 (−46.4%)

$35,700 + $105,700

$141,400

2019

$1,057 (+108.5%)

$35,700 + $105,700

$141,400

2018

$507 (+4.7%)

$38,500 + $99,800

$138,300

2017

$484

$38,500 + $99,800

$138,300

2015

$484 (−52.9%)

$38,500 + $99,800

$138,300

2014

$1,028

$38,500 + $99,800

$138,300

Tax history for 492 Darlington Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,080 (+53.6%)

$35,400 + $325,300

$360,700

2024

$1,354 (+13.7%)

$35,400 + $325,300

$360,700

2023

$1,192 (+10.1%)

$35,400 + $166,100

$201,500

2022

$1,082 (+1.8%)

$35,400 + $105,700

$141,100

2021

$1,063 (+87.7%)

$35,400 + $105,700

$141,100

2020

$566 (−46.4%)

$35,700 + $105,700

$141,400

2019

$1,057 (+108.5%)

$35,700 + $105,700

$141,400

2018

$507 (+4.7%)

$38,500 + $99,800

$138,300

2017

$484

$38,500 + $99,800

$138,300

2015

$484 (−52.9%)

$38,500 + $99,800

$138,300

2014

$1,028

$38,500 + $99,800

$138,300

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Permits

Beds

Baths

2.5

Stories

1.4

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

2.78 Acres

Year renovated

2015

Sq. Ft.

1,696

Year built

1996

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Rutherford County

APN

1620500

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.

Jun 4, 2025 • Final

Electrical (residential) service change

Install a new electrical service at the main gate entrance. The existing electrical service for the home will remain in use.

Electrical

Apr 25, 2024 • Final

Building (residential) structure--- (not to be used for a new house)

Install electrical service for a three-door garage with a storage loft. Construct a breezeway connecting the garage to the house and install a generator.

ADU

Electrical

Generator

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

Parking

Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
Parking Features: Driveway

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Upper: 1
# of Bedrooms: Main: 1
# of Bedrooms: 2

Bathroom Information
# of Half Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths: Upper: 1
# of Full Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Half Baths (Total): 1

Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level

Fireplace Information
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning Stove

Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Baseboard, Electric, Heat Pump, Wood Stove
Cooling Information: Heat Pump, Wall Unit(s)

Interior Features
Room Count: 12
Interior Features: Pantry, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Appliances: Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Vinyl, Wood

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Stone, Wood
Roof: Composition, Metal

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch

Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: None

Property Information
Development Status: Completed
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Accessibility Features: Two or More Access Exits
Zoning: No
Zoning Specification: No

Lot Information
Lot Features: Creek Front, Orchard(s), Paved, Private, Rolling Slope, Creek/Stream, Wooded, Wooded
Lot Size Area: 15.91
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 15.91
Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: Deed

HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None

School Information
Elementary School: Pinnacle
Middle Or Junior High School: RS
High School: R-S Central

Location Information
Directions: From Rutherfordton take Hwy 221 north for 5.3 miles, turn Left on Darlington Road. Travel 0.7 mile, property is on Right just before bridge.

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,696
Stories: 1.4
Lot Size: 2.78 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: 2015
County: Rutherford County
APN: 1620500

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Exception YN: 0

Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1608
Living Area: 1608
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,608
Sq. Ft. Upper: 419
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1189
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Building Area Total: 1724
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: One and One Half

Team Information
List Office AOR: FOOTHILLS REALTOR ASSOCIATION OF NORTH CAROLINA

Around this home

Schools

Pinnacle Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.1mi

4/10

R-S Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.4mi

4/10

R-S Central High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.0mi

4/10

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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

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 105° expected this year, 16 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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Rutherfordton, NC • 28139

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In this area, properties receive around 9.1 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

$429,000 – $519,000

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Home values near 492 Darlington Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
390 Darlington Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1864 Sq. Ft.	$391,367
187 Forest Ridge Dr, Rutherfordton, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1728 Sq. Ft.	$352,320

Address	Redfin Estimate
423 Darlington Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1908 Sq. Ft.	$440,565
156 Forest Ridge Dr, Rutherfordton, NC 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2296 Sq. Ft.	$404,036

Address	Redfin Estimate
163 Summit Ln, Rutherfordton, NC 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3914 Sq. Ft.	$539,499
163 Forest Ridge Dr, Rutherfordton, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1724 Sq. Ft.	$381,985

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