Quaint cottage near downtown Tryon located on 0.59 acres. This 2BD/1BA has been remodeled top to bottom. Must see to appreciate! Sit on the porch and enjoy the mountain views - peaceful and tranquil setting. Screened porch extends outdoor living space. Open floor plan on main level with additional family room in basement. Walking distance to downtown Tryon and close to Harmon Field with walking trails for you and your canine friends. Easy access to Hwys 176/108 to I-26 for connections to Asheville, Greenville/Spartanburg and Charlotte. Close to downtown, shopping and restaurants/bars. Within driving distance to 3 airports.
Early Tryon cabin with over 800 sq. ft. under roof. Mountain views. Lower level walk-out could be finished for additional bedroom, bath or game room. Close to downtown Tryon. Workshop included.
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #NCM550837
Nov 25, 2014
Sold
$45,000
$78/sq ft
Nov 25, 2014
Sold
$45,000
$78/sq ft
Oct 24, 2014
Delisted
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Oct 26, 2013
Listed
$49,900
$87/sq ft
+19
Cottage on a nice corner lot surrounded by trees. Hardwood floors in all rooms except kitchen and bath which are vinyl. Property also includes 2 screen porches, basement with outside entrance and a shed/workshop. New metal roof installed in 2011.
Public Records
Aug 6, 2010
Sold
$40,000
$69/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$668 (+28.9%)
$30,975 + $80,698
$111,673
2024
$518 (+2.7%)
$26,550 + $41,345
$67,895
2023
$504 (+4.2%)
$26,550 + $41,345
$67,895
2022
$484 (+2.9%)
$26,550 + $41,345
$67,895
2021
$470 (+12.5%)
$26,550 + $41,345
$67,895
2020
$418
$26,550 + $28,379
$54,929
2019
$418 (+4.3%)
$26,550 + $28,379
$54,929
2018
$401 (+5.8%)
$26,550 + $28,379
$54,929
2017
$379 (+29.8%)
$26,550 + $28,379
$54,929
2015
$292 (+2.8%)
$17,700 + $24,836
$42,536
2014
$284
$17,700 + $24,836
$42,536
Tax history for 1201 Markham Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$668 (+28.9%)
$30,975 + $80,698
$111,673
2024
$518 (+2.7%)
$26,550 + $41,345
$67,895
2023
$504 (+4.2%)
$26,550 + $41,345
$67,895
2022
$484 (+2.9%)
$26,550 + $41,345
$67,895
2021
$470 (+12.5%)
$26,550 + $41,345
$67,895
2020
$418
$26,550 + $28,379
$54,929
2019
$418 (+4.3%)
$26,550 + $28,379
$54,929
2018
$401 (+5.8%)
$26,550 + $28,379
$54,929
2017
$379 (+29.8%)
$26,550 + $28,379
$54,929
2015
$292 (+2.8%)
$17,700 + $24,836
$42,536
2014
$284
$17,700 + $24,836
$42,536
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Room Type: Bathroom 1, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Family Room
Interior Features: Cable Available, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Vaulted Ceiling
Appliances: Ceiling Fan(s), Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range
Flooring: Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Roof: Metal
Exterior Features
Porch: Back,Deck,Front,Screened
Doors Windows: Screen Door(s)
Exterior Features: Shed(s)
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: None
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Accessibility Features: 2 or More Access Exits, Accessible Kitchen Appliances, Bath Grab Bars
Lot Information
Lot Features: Hilly, Mountain View, Wooded
Lot Size Area: 0.59
Elevation: 1000
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Heater Information: Electric
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units: 0
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Unspecified
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Unspecified
Location Information
Directions: I-26 to Hwy 108 towards downtown Tryon. Turn left on to Scrivens Road just past McFarlands Funeral Home. Proceed on Scrivens Road to right on Markham Street; see sign.
Community Information
Community Features: None
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.59 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1935
Year Renovated: 1945
County: Polk County
APN: T4-A1
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 5, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 576
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 576
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Sq. Ft. Additional: 0
Building Area Total: 576
Foundation Details: Basement
Structure Type: 1 Story Basement
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Schools
Tryon Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
5/10
Polk County Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.4mi
4/10
Polk County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.2mi
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Estimated sale price
$162,000 – $197,000
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