Welcome to your perfect blend of nature & city living! This cozy 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers the best of both worlds—nestled just a short stroll from scenic hiking trails like Vaughn Creek Greenway and only minutes to historic downtown Tryon shops, cafés, and restaurants. Step inside to find a warm, inviting layout featuring an open-concept living & dining area, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The kitchen is efficiently designed, while the primary suite includes its own private bathroom for added comfort. A second bedroom & full bath offer flexibility for visitors or a home office. Outside, enjoy your morning coffee on the covered front porch overlooking Ziglar Field or unwind on the private back deck after a day of adventure. With easy access to outdoor recreation & city amenities, this gem is ideal for first-time buyers, weekenders, or anyone looking for low-maintenance living in a prime location. Don’t miss this opportunity to live where nature meets neighborhood charm!
Single-familyProperty Type
1945Year Built
0.48 acresLot Size
$304Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Charlsey Russell• Keller Williams Mtn Partners, LLC
This 2 bedrooms, 2 baths house sits on a hilltop with paved frontage road. Superb location! Carolina Mountain Land Conservancy and Roseland's park and playground are just minutes and walking distance away. Ziglar Field's soccer and baseball park is to the left of the property and connects to its neighbor Vaughn Creek Greenway hiking trail. Walking distance to historical downtown Tryon, Trade Street, Tryon's historical Pine Crest Inn and Sidestreet Pizza and Pasta. Landrum is a few miles away. Turn left onto New Market Road toward Landrum.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$552 (+11.7%)
$10,000 + $101,716
$111,716
2024
$494 (+1.6%)
$10,000 + $68,811
$78,811
2023
$486 (+3.4%)
$10,000 + $68,811
$78,811
2022
$471
$10,000 + $68,811
$78,811
2021
$471 (+112.0%)
$10,000 + $68,811
$78,811
2020
$222 (+1.0%)
$11,200 + $20,256
$31,456
2019
$220 (+4.7%)
$11,200 + $20,256
$31,456
2018
$210 (+0.2%)
$11,200 + $20,256
$31,456
2017
$210 (−9.3%)
$11,200 + $20,256
$31,456
2015
$231
$11,200 + $25,645
$36,845
2014
$231
$11,200 + $25,645
$36,845
Tax history for 953 E Howard St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$552 (+11.7%)
$10,000 + $101,716
$111,716
2024
$494 (+1.6%)
$10,000 + $68,811
$78,811
2023
$486 (+3.4%)
$10,000 + $68,811
$78,811
2022
$471
$10,000 + $68,811
$78,811
2021
$471 (+112.0%)
$10,000 + $68,811
$78,811
2020
$222 (+1.0%)
$11,200 + $20,256
$31,456
2019
$220 (+4.7%)
$11,200 + $20,256
$31,456
2018
$210 (+0.2%)
$11,200 + $20,256
$31,456
2017
$210 (−9.3%)
$11,200 + $20,256
$31,456
2015
$231
$11,200 + $25,645
$36,845
2014
$231
$11,200 + $25,645
$36,845
*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
0.25 Acres
Year renovated
1985
Sq. Ft.
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Year built
1945
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
T2-C15
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: 0
Parking Features: Driveway
Interior
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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Main: 2
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Main: 2
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Room 1 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Level: Main
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Room, Main Level
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Baseboard
Cooling Information: Ceiling Fan(s), Other - See Remarks
Interior Features
Room Count: 6
Appliances: Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Laminate
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Wood
Roof: Composition
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: None
Has Additional Parcels
Zoning: M
Zoning Specification: M
Lot Information
Lot Features: Sloped
Lot Size Area: 0.48
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Concrete, Gravel, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: No Representation
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Unspecified
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Unspecified
Location Information
Directions: From Columbus-turn left at second light in Tryon on to E. Howard along side Stott's Ford, stay right at the corner of Peake and E. Howard. The last house on the left. House is dark gray and sits atop the hill. From Landrum-cross the railroad tracks in Tryon, turn right at first light on to Oak Street, turn right at stop sign, stay right at the corner of Peake and E. Howard. The last house on the left. House is dark gray and sits atop the hill.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1945
Year Renovated: 1985
County: Polk County
APN: T2-C15
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 5, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 747
Living Area: 747
Above Grade Finished Area: 747
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 747
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: One
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Schools
Tryon Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
5/10
Polk County Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.8mi
4/10
Polk County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.5mi
5/10
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 104° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
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Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$216,000 – $262,000
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