This charming 3BR/2.5BA Cape Cod home is situated on over four luscious acres tucked in the Rixhaven Subdivision. Located close to the entrance this home offers easy access plus peace and privacy! The primary bedroom and laundry room are located on the main level. The rooms are nicely sized and the home even offers an office/loft over the two-car garage! The home is equipped with a full-house generator. There is an abundance of natural light that shines throughout the house and every window that you look out shows the beauty of nature all around! Sit on the back porch and listen to the babbling creek while you read a good book plus there is a fenced area in the backyard perfect for play!
Single-familyProperty Type
2012Year Built
4.03 acresLot Size
$320Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Shena Mintz• Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks
Listed by Lauretta Cook• Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks
Contact: shenamintz@beverly-hanks.com
Bought with Marlene Clevenger• Premier Sotheby’s International Realty
Looking for a perfect getaway in the mountains? This lovely cape cod home is nestled on 4.03 luscious acres in the quiet Rixhaven subdivision! This beautiful home has 3 Bedrooms and 2.5 baths and nicely sized rooms! Take advantage of the space above the garage to make an apartment, if you choose. Sit on the back porch and listen to the babbling creek, while you read a good book. This home is equipped with a full-house generator. Main Bedroom is on the Main Level.There is a trail that leads directly to Little Bradley Falls from the house. Conveniently located near I-26 and close to great restaurants and entertainment!
Public Records
Apr 30, 2020
Sold
$351,000
$174/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3500855
May 1, 2020
Delisted
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Apr 30, 2020
Sold
$350,600
$173/sq ft
Mar 25, 2020
Contingent
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Dec 22, 2019
Relisted
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Dec 2, 2019
Contingent
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Sep 16, 2019
Price Changed
$385,000
$190/sq ft
Apr 30, 2019
Relisted
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Apr 28, 2019
Delisted
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Apr 27, 2019
Listed
$400,000
$198/sq ft
+28
What a Great home on four acres , bordered by bold stream, community recreational are with Natural Waterfall ! Fantastic price for this quality crafted home !! Wood floors throughout , tiled bathrooms, granite counter tops, 778 sqft of wrap around and covered concrete porch. Hardy board siding, detached two car garage with 295 sqft of unfinished space. If you have kids , love to enjoy outdoor space with addition of a quality home, look no more. This is it !!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,284 (+21.3%)
$43,180 + $514,336
$557,516
2024
$2,706 (+1.4%)
$43,180 + $336,056
$379,236
2023
$2,668 (+4.5%)
$43,180 + $336,056
$379,236
2022
$2,554 (+18.9%)
$43,180 + $336,056
$379,236
2021
$2,149 (−5.0%)
$43,180 + $328,690
$371,870
2020
$2,262
$43,180 + $277,600
$320,780
2019
$2,262 (+4.4%)
$43,180 + $277,600
$320,780
2018
$2,166 (+1.7%)
$43,180 + $277,600
$320,780
2017
$2,131 (+6.0%)
$43,180 + $277,600
$320,780
2015
$2,010 (+1.6%)
$43,180 + $275,593
$318,773
2014
$1,978
$43,180 + $275,593
$318,773
Tax history for 526 Rixhaven Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,284 (+21.3%)
$43,180 + $514,336
$557,516
2024
$2,706 (+1.4%)
$43,180 + $336,056
$379,236
2023
$2,668 (+4.5%)
$43,180 + $336,056
$379,236
2022
$2,554 (+18.9%)
$43,180 + $336,056
$379,236
2021
$2,149 (−5.0%)
$43,180 + $328,690
$371,870
2020
$2,262
$43,180 + $277,600
$320,780
2019
$2,262 (+4.4%)
$43,180 + $277,600
$320,780
2018
$2,166 (+1.7%)
$43,180 + $277,600
$320,780
2017
$2,131 (+6.0%)
$43,180 + $277,600
$320,780
2015
$2,010 (+1.6%)
$43,180 + $275,593
$318,773
2014
$1,978
$43,180 + $275,593
$318,773
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
4.03 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Polk County
APN
P34-118
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 1
Parking Features: Driveway, Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Upper: 2
# of Bedrooms: Main: 1
# of Bedrooms: 3
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
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas Unvented, Living Room, Propane
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Heat Pump
Cooling Information: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump, Zoned
Interior Features
Room Count: 10
Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Entry Level: 1
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Hardboard Siding
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Rear Porch, Wrap Around
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: None
Water Body Name: Creek
Property Information
Second Living Quarters: Exterior Not Connected
Other Equipment: Fuel Tank(s), Generator
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning Specification: RES
Land Information
Land Included Y/N: 1
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Creek Front, Private, Creek/Stream, Waterfront, Wooded
Association Name: Rixhaven Property Association / Paul Dorling
HOA Subject To: Required
Association Fee: $331
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Annual Expense: 331.00
School Information
Elementary School: Saluda
Middle Or Junior High School: Polk
High School: Polk
Location Information
Directions: From H'ville, Take Exit 59 (Saluda) and turn Right. Turn onto Howard Gap Rd. and take slight Left onto Secondary Rd. 1188. Turn Left onto Rixhaven Dr. Property will be on your Right.
Community Information
Community Features: Picnic Area, Recreation Area, Walking Trails
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4.03 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: P34-118
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 5, 2026
Other
Business Information
Other Sq. Ft.: 310
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 2022
Living Area: 2022
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,022
Sq. Ft. Upper: 710
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1312
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: One and One Half
Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Around this home
Schools
Saluda Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.3mi
7/10
Polk County Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.3mi
4/10
Polk County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.8mi
5/10
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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
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° 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
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$615,000 – $745,000
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