Well-maintained home on 4.54 acres with a mixture of cleared yard and timber. Rose, azalea, rhododendron, peonies, and various other plants and mature trees bring serenity and beauty to this great property. Enjoy the afternoon or evening on the shaded back deck. Terrific floor plan with large open living room and dining room. Property is a regular for deer and wildlife with mini-farm potential if desired. 2017 new septic drain field installed, 2020 new roof, siding, and gutters. Composite wood flooring Centrally located to several occupational and recreation areas: 30 minutes to Lake James and Morganton, 30 minutes to Tryon International Equestrian Center, 40 minutes to Lake Lure and Chimney Rock, 1 hour to Asheville, 1 hour 15 minutes to Charlotte. Internet options: Carolina West Wireless, HughesNet, DishNet, hot-spot through cellular service.
Single-familyProperty Type
1978Year Built
4.54 acresLot Size
$197Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Chad Babcock• Carolina Life Properties
Contact: chad@carolinalifeproperties.com
Bought with Carolyn Nogales• Horizon Realty Associates LLC
Over 4.5 acres with a variety of fruit tree,bushes &plenty of wildlife,this home provides a shaded patio area in the backyard. Terrific floor plan with lrg.open living room,dining room &tons of cabinets &counter space. Remodeled & updated, including new sheetrock, kitchen cabinets (tilt out storage under sink &moveable kitchen cabinet & extra moveable kitchen cabinet). Bath with hidden drawers in vanity. Horses are permitted;mini-farm potential!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,430 (+28.1%)
$23,300 + $193,400
$216,700
2024
$1,116 (+1.1%)
$23,300 + $193,400
$216,700
2023
$1,104 (+33.2%)
$20,000 + $151,100
$171,100
2022
$829 (+0.6%)
$15,700 + $81,000
$96,700
2021
$824
$15,700 + $81,000
$96,700
2020
$824 (+3.4%)
$15,700 + $81,000
$96,700
2019
$797 (+3.4%)
$15,700 + $81,000
$96,700
2018
$770 (+2.3%)
$15,600 + $75,850
$91,450
2017
$753 (+0.7%)
$15,600 + $75,850
$91,450
2015
$748
$15,600 + $75,850
$91,450
2014
$748
$15,600 + $75,850
$91,450
Tax history for 971 Centennial Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,430 (+28.1%)
$23,300 + $193,400
$216,700
2024
$1,116 (+1.1%)
$23,300 + $193,400
$216,700
2023
$1,104 (+33.2%)
$20,000 + $151,100
$171,100
2022
$829 (+0.6%)
$15,700 + $81,000
$96,700
2021
$824
$15,700 + $81,000
$96,700
2020
$824 (+3.4%)
$15,700 + $81,000
$96,700
2019
$797 (+3.4%)
$15,700 + $81,000
$96,700
2018
$770 (+2.3%)
$15,600 + $75,850
$91,450
2017
$753 (+0.7%)
$15,600 + $75,850
$91,450
2015
$748
$15,600 + $75,850
$91,450
2014
$748
$15,600 + $75,850
$91,450
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Trash Compactor, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Linoleum
Door Features: French Doors, Storm Door(s)
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Concrete Block, Vinyl
Roof: Shingle, Wood
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Fire Pit
Fencing: Barbed Wire
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Zoning Specification: None
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Level, Rolling Slope
Lot Size Area: 4.54
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: No Restrictions
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Unspecified
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Unspecified
Location Information
Directions: From Asheville: Take I-40 E to exit 85 following 221 south to Hudlow Rd. Follow Hudlow Rd to Centennial Rd for approximately 3.7 miles and drive-way is between 2 pom-pass grass bushes before curve. From Hickory/Morganton: Take I-40 W to exit 103 following 64 to Rutherfordton. Follow 64 22 miles to Centennial Rd. Approximately 1.7 miles the drive is on the left just past the curve between 2 pom-pass grass bushes. From Highway 74 coming from Charlotte or Columbus: Take 74 or 74A to 64 toward Morganton. Follow 64 approximately 6.5 miles to Centennial Rd. and turn left. Approximately 1.7 miles the drive-way is on the left just past the curve between 2 pom-pass grass bushes.
Community Information
Community Features: None
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,888
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.08 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1978
Year Renovated: 2001
County: Rutherford County
APN: 119933
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 1
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1910
Living Area: 1910
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,910
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1910
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Slab
Levels: One
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Around this home
Schools
Mt Vernon-Ruth Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.8mi
5/10
R-S Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.2mi
4/10
R-S Central High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.5mi
4/10
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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
6/10 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
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$357,000 – $432,000
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