OFF MARKET

Off market may 2025 for $400K

$367,469

•

423

sq ft

888 Owensby Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

About this home

Beautiful farm in Green Hill area near Lake Lure and Rutherfordton. 22.69 acres useful for a wide range of operations or turn into your own private playground. Secluded, gently sloping and easily accessed property has many features-Cozy cabin on small spring fed creek with sleeping loft, kitchen area and bath, 20' x 20' yurt with composting toilet, both with HVAC. Infrastructure in place consists of-2-20' x 108' greenhouses, 1-25' x 50' heated workshop/packing/processing facility, 23' x 11' barn, separate power service to areas, road system, R/V pad, solar powered water system. Great place to build a Tiny Home Community? Nursery? Vegetable or Cannabis Farm? Property also consists of extra 2 acre lot accessed either from the property or Blue Hills Ln. Property has been used in the past for a cannabis farming operation, but has been vacant for several years, will need updating and maintenance. Court ordered sale subject to 10 Day Upset Bid Period. Upset Bid Period Ends 3/20/2025.

Single-familyProperty Type

2010Year Built

22.69 acresLot Size

$869Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Jamie Oxley • RE/MAX Journey

Contact: ejames_oxley@bellsouth.net

Bought with Tacy Apostolik • Blue Ridge Properties Group

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•Source:CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4186532

Redfin Estimate

$367,469

$33K since sold in May 2025$1,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 9.1% higher than the average sale price ($337K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$259,000
A
2 beds1 bath735 sq ft
419 Travelers Rest Ln, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
SOLD SEP 17, 2026
$418,500
B
2 beds2 baths1,061 sq ft
309 Doubleview Dr, Union Mills, NC 28167
SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$365,000
C
2 beds2 baths1,152 sq ft
437 Cinnamon Ridge Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
SOLD SEP 24, 2026
$460,000
D
2 beds2 baths1,540 sq ft
124 Small Creek Dr, Lake Lure, NC 28746
SOLD OCT 28, 2026
$175,000
E
2 beds1 bath748 sq ft
201 N Chase Ln, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
SOLD AUG 26, 2026
$343,000
F
2 beds2 baths1,299 sq ft
1142 Clearwater Pkwy, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

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Market trends in 28139, NC

Last updated October 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

NEW 34 HRS AGO
$799,000
4 beds4 baths3,849 sq ft
720 New Hope Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
$219,000
2 beds1 bath975 sq ft
129 Grace St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
FOR SALE BY OWNER
$449,900
4 beds3 baths1,647 sq ft
138 Elliott Ln, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
$529,000
3 beds2.5 baths1,620 sq ft
480 Dills Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
$1,199,000
3 beds3 baths3,416 sq ft
651 VS Dalton Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
$389,000
2 beds2 baths864 sq ft
2671 Cove Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
$599,000
3 beds3.5 baths4,227 sq ft
150 William Gilbert Loop, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
$450,000
3 beds2.5 baths2,210 sq ft
212 Twin K Dr, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
$1,100,000
4 beds3.5 baths3,029 sq ft
265 Union Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
FOR SALE BY OWNER
$205,000
2 beds2 baths1,152 sq ft
124 Bennick Dr, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
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Sale history for 888 Owensby Rd

Date

Event

Price

CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4186532

May 6, 2025

Sold

$400,000

$946/sq ft

Mar 7, 2025

Contingent

—

Jan 30, 2025

Relisted

—

Dec 7, 2024

Contingent

—

Sep 25, 2024

Listed

$415,000

$981/sq ft

Public Records

Sep 9, 2019

Sold

$235,000

$556/sq ft

CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3411350

Sep 9, 2019

Sold

$210,000

$496/sq ft

Jul 16, 2019

Contingent

—

Jun 12, 2019

Price Changed

$285,000

$674/sq ft

Mar 11, 2019

Price Changed

$289,000

$683/sq ft

Mar 11, 2019

Relisted

—

Jan 4, 2019

Delisted

—

Aug 7, 2018

Price Changed

$299,000

$707/sq ft

Jul 9, 2018

Listed

$309,000

$730/sq ft

+18

Turn-key Tiny House property on approximately 22.69 acres. Conveniently located near Lake Lure and Tryon International Equestrian Center. Ideal off-grid/solar well-water system, new septic tank, grid power and off-grid power systems. Multiple access roads on this wooded acreage with 2 separate open pasture fields. Enjoy creek frontage and springs on the property. New storage shed with electricity. Charming Tiny House has a brand new AC/heating mini-split system. Large propane tank for tankless water heater and backup generator capabilities. A second septic permit is active on file for an additional homesite or RV pad. Polaris Ranger UTV, Kubota Tractor with attachments and other miscellaneous tools available at buyers request. Ideally suited for Tiny House and/or homestead living.

CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1

Jun 12, 2019

Price Changed

$285,000

$674/sq ft

Mar 11, 2019

Price Changed

$289,000

$683/sq ft

Aug 7, 2018

Price Changed

$299,000

$707/sq ft

Tax history for 888 Owensby Rd

*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

Stories

1.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

20.69 Acres

Year renovated

2015

Sq. Ft.

649

Year built

2010

Style

Other

County

Rutherford County

APN

1636671

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.

Jul 1, 2025 • Active

Building (residential) addition

Add a new bedroom on the lower level and extend the kitchen. Convert the existing upstairs loft into an office space.

Addition

Jun 23, 2020 • Final

Electrical (residential) alteration, remodel, repair

Electrical

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

Parking

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

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Upper: 1
# of Bedrooms: Main: 0
# of Bedrooms: 1

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

Room 1 Information
Room Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Room Level: Main

Room 2 Information
Room Level: Upper

Room 3 Information
Room Level: Main

Room 4 Information
Room Level: Main

Room 5 Information
Room Level: Main

Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Utility Room, Outside

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Stove

Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Ductless
Cooling Information: Ductless
Sq. Ft. Unheated Total: 39
Sq. Ft. Unheated Main: 39

Interior Features
Room Count: 5
Interior Features: Open Floorplan
Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Wood

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Wood
Roof: Metal

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Storage, Other - See Remarks

Property Information
Second Living Quarters: Exterior Not Connected,Guest House,Other - See Remarks
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Sub Type Additional: Other
Other Structures: Greenhouse, Tractor Shed, Workshop, Other - See Remarks
Zoning Specification: None

Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded
Lot Size Area: 22.69
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Dirt, Gravel
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Utilities: Satellite Internet Available

Location

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 64/74 West towards Lake Lure. Go for 6 miles and turn right onto Cove Rd., Go for 2.2 miles and turn right onto Owensby Rd., go .25 miles to gated driveway on left with 888 on post. From Lake Lure-Take Hwy. 64/74 East towards Rutherfordton. Go for 11 miles, turn left onto Cove Rd., go for 2.2 miles and turn right onto Owensby Rd., go .25 miles to gated driveway on left with 888 on post.

Public facts

Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 649
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 20.69 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 2010
Year Renovated: 2015
County: Rutherford County
APN: 1636671

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 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.: 423
Living Area: 423
Above Grade Finished Area: 423
Sq. Ft. Upper: 137
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 286
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Slab
Levels: One

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Pinnacle Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.2mi

4/10

R-S Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.1mi

4/10

R-S Central High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.0mi

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

0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 106° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years

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Estimated sale price

$350,000 – $423,000

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New listings for sale in 28139

NEW 34 HRS AGO

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4 beds4 baths3,849 sq ft

720 New Hope Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Unrestricted acres • Mountain views • Finished lower level

$219,000

2 beds1 bath975 sq ft

129 Grace St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Acre of land • Brick home • New hvac system

FOR SALE BY OWNER

$449,900

4 beds3 baths1,647 sq ft

138 Elliott Ln, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Gated community • Built 2003 • Listed 4 days

$529,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,620 sq ft

480 Dills Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Private wooded acres • Serene creek • Cozy fireplace

$1,199,000

3 beds3 baths3,416 sq ft

651 VS Dalton Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Fenced pasture • Barn • Custom pavilion

$389,000

2 beds2 baths864 sq ft

2671 Cove Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Covered front porch • 6 acres • Full basement

$599,000

3 beds3.5 baths4,227 sq ft

150 William Gilbert Loop, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Lush lot • Open floor plan • Vaulted ceiling

$450,000

3 beds2.5 baths2,210 sq ft

212 Twin K Dr, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Main level living • Finished bonus room • Covered deck

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4 beds3.5 baths3,029 sq ft

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Home values near 888 Owensby Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
718 Owensby Road, Rutherfordton, NC 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$357,688
1358 Cove Road, Rutherfordton, NC 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1242 Sq. Ft.	$199,714
1330 Cove Road, Rutherfordton, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1441 Sq. Ft.	$168,097

Address	Redfin Estimate
1216 Cove Road, Rutherfordton, NC 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2002 Sq. Ft.	$613,078
199 Blue Hills Lane, Rutherfordton, NC 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1024 Sq. Ft.	$219,094
1278 Cove Road, Rutherfordton, NC 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1442 Sq. Ft.	$268,862

Address	Redfin Estimate
1291 Cove Road, Rutherfordton, NC 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 948 Sq. Ft.	$229,358
138 Parris Road, Rutherfordton, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1248 Sq. Ft.	$174,081
267 Parris Road, Rutherfordton, NC - Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1742 Sq. Ft.	$302,406

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