Nestled within the gated community of Clearwater Creek, this 1.63-acre homesite offers the perfect combination of privacy, natural beauty, and convenience. The gently sloping terrain provides an excellent building site, while paved roads throughout the community offer easy year-round access. Residents enjoy a variety of community amenities, including a well-maintained park for gatherings and outdoor activities, a playground, and recreational areas designed for year-round enjoyment. The gated entrance provides added security and peace of mind while preserving the quiet, relaxed atmosphere that makes Clearwater Creek so desirable. Whether you're ready to build your dream home now or invest for the future, this versatile parcel presents an exceptional opportunity in one of Rutherford County's most sought-after communities. Conveniently located just three miles north of downtown Rutherfordton, you'll enjoy the tranquility of mountain foothill living while remaining only minutes from healthcare, shopping, restaurants, schools, and everyday conveniences. Asheville and several larger cities are all within an easy one-hour drive, making this an ideal location for both full-time residents and second-home owners.
Clearwater Creek, located between Main Street and the Broad River, is a residential and semi-rural Rutherfordton neighborhood with wooded creek corridors and winding two-lane roads. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Main Street corridor near the Rutherford County Courthouse, where brick storefronts, local galleries, and coffee counters set a small-town pace. Housing reads as a mix of ranch homes, newer builds on larger lots, and pockets of older cottages framed by mature trees. Trail time and river views shape the daily rhythm, with green space and ballfields close by. Downtown’s local anchors—Mi Pueblito Mexican Restaurant, Copper Penny Grill, and the Bechtler House—add a steady cultural pulse. The landscape stays the headline: creek bottoms, rolling terrain, and a short drive to the foothills.
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Wooded parcel
Sloped terrain
Paved road access
Private road maintained by owner/association
Recreational and residential uses allowed
Home design
Vacant land / lot
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Well required
Septic required
HOA & community
Part of Clearwater Creek POA
Mandatory HOA dues of $400 annually
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Restrictions include architectural review and manufactured homes not allowed
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Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
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
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Rutherfordton, NC • 28139
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This home receives average direct sun exposure in Rutherfordton. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 00 Desota Rdg #362
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $22,000 and $100,000.
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