*Country Charm and Southwest style Meets Endless Potential! Discover the perfect blend of privacy, space, and versatility with this stunning ranch-level home situated on a sprawling 2.8-acre corner lot. If you’ve been dreaming of a peaceful country lifestyle without sacrificing modern convenience, this property is a rare find. *The Heart of the Home! Step inside to a layout designed for both comfort and entertaining. The interior features a thoughtful balance of cozy retreats and open gathering spaces. *Living Spaces* Choose between the expansive family room, featuring a rustic wood-burning fireplace perfect for chilly evenings, or the separate den—an ideal spot for a home office, media room, or quiet library. *Chef’s Kitchen & Dining* The kitchen boasts a functional center island and flows seamlessly with the dining area. You’ll love the charm of the built-in glass display cabinets, perfect for showcasing your heirloom china or favorite collectibles. * Included are three spacious bedrooms and a full bath on main, providing plenty of room for family and guests. Another full bath in basement. **Outdoor Living at Its Finest** The transition from indoor to outdoor living is effortless. Walk out through the sliding glass doors onto a massive covered back deck. This is the ultimate spot for morning coffee or summer BBQs, offering a panoramic view of your private backyard—a beautiful mix of cleared open space and mature timber, and a fire pit...the wildlife loves it: deer, turkeys, owls and others! **The Ultimate Outbuilding!!** For the hobbyist, entrepreneur, or collector, the exterior shop is a true showstopper. This massive outbuilding is divided into three separate sections and is fully equipped with: 200 Amp Electrical Service, Insulation, Convenient Half-Bath, wall unit air. Endless possibilities! think workshop, car storage, "man cave," or a professional studio. **Property Highlights** *Foundation: Full walk-out basement offering massive storage and future expansion potential, including a finished heated full bath, and includes the ability to heat with basement woodstove. *Acreage: Nearly 3 acres of pristine corner-lot land. *Privacy: A serene setting with plenty of elbow room from the neighbors. *** Properties with this much acreage and a high-spec utility building rarely hit the market. Whether you're looking for a quiet homestead or a place to run your passion projects, this home delivers on every front. Schedule your private tour today and see what country living is all about! REDUCED!
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
2.8 acresLot Size
$232Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Debbie Pope• Century 21 Town & Country Rlty
Est. $1,995 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 2521 Cat Square Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Aug 3, 2026
Sold
$420,000
$232/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4367429
Aug 3, 2026
Sold
$419,900
$232/sq ft
Jun 30, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 24, 2026
Price Changed
$419,900
$232/sq ft
Jun 11, 2026
Price Changed
$429,500
$237/sq ft
May 30, 2026
Price Changed
$432,500
$239/sq ft
Apr 18, 2026
Listed
$440,000
$243/sq ft
Apr 11, 2026
Coming Soon
$440,000
$243/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3365904
Apr 16, 2018
Sold
$138,500
$77/sq ft
Apr 12, 2018
Pending
—
Mar 14, 2018
Contingent
—
Mar 5, 2018
Listed
$129,700
$72/sq ft
+26
Beautiful country setting for this 3 bedroom, 2 bath on 2.92 acres! Large outbuilding previously used as cooling room, per neighbors with plenty of space for a workshop and office area. Home has three bedrooms and one bath with walk-in tub on the main level. Spacious family room has built-ins and fireplace. Basement has a kitchenette and bath with shower. Lovely setting with lots of potential.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,327
$29,287 + $183,429
$212,716
2024
$1,327 (−8.0%)
$29,287 + $183,429
$212,716
2023
$1,442 (+37.2%)
$29,287 + $183,429
$212,716
2022
$1,051
$22,936 + $102,919
$125,855
2021
$1,051 (+15.2%)
$22,936 + $102,919
$125,855
2020
$913
$23,180 + $102,919
$126,099
2019
$913 (−0.8%)
$23,180 + $102,919
$126,099
2018
$920
$21,656 + $103,410
$125,066
2017
$920 (+5.1%)
$21,656 + $103,410
$125,066
2016
$876
$21,656 + $103,410
$125,066
2015
$877 (+7.7%)
$21,656 + $103,410
$125,066
2014
$814 (−0.1%)
$22,730 + $95,727
$118,457
2013
$815
$22,730 + $95,727
$118,457
2012
$815 (+2.2%)
$22,730 + $95,727
$118,457
2011
$797
$22,730 + $95,727
$118,457
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.19 Acres
Year renovated
1960
Sq. Ft.
1,610
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lincoln County
APN
12897
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
R-SF
Residential Single Family District
Established to provide for traditional single-family subdivisions and/or maintain areas in the County for traditional single-family residential uses, such areas, in general, do not presently contain mobile or manufactured homes, duplexes or multi-family dwelling developments. Since manufactured homes and other types of residential dwelling units are accommodated in many of the other residential districts, certain areas of the County can be set aside exclusively for single-family purposes. Unlike the R-S district where public utilities are currently in place or expected to be in the near future, the provision of public utilities is not a factor in the location of the R-SF district. Thus, the R-SF district may be applied to areas which have received both suburban and more rural types of development in the past.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Educational / school
Communications tower
Sep 16, 2009 • Final
Electrical
Replace the heat pump and air handler on a residential building.
Heat pump
HVAC
Sep 16, 2009 • Final
Mechanical
Replace the heat pump and air handler on a residential building.
Heat pump
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Refrigerator
Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Wood
Door Features: Sliding Doors
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Brick Partial, Wood
Roof: Fiberglass
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck
Exterior Features: Fire Pit
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Other - See Remarks
Has Additional Parcels
Zoning Specification: R-SF
Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Lot Size Area: 2.8
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 329x365x324x402
Road Surface Type: Concrete, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Utilities: Electricity Connected
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: No Representation
Restrictions Description: NONE FOUND
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Union
Middle Or Junior High School: West Lincoln
High School: West Lincoln
Location Information
Directions: From Lincolnton, go West on Main ST to right on N Grove, which turns into Reepsville Rd, TR on Cat Square Rd, home on corner with Dan Rhyne Rd. From Hwy 10 West, take Cat Square RD, house will be on right.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,610
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.19 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: 1960
County: Lincoln County
APN: 12897
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Other
Business Information
Other Sq. Ft.: 2190
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1809
Living Area: 1809
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,713
Below Grade Finished Area: 96
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1713
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Second Living Quarters Heated Living Area: 0
Foundation Details: Basement, Crawl Space
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Union Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.5mi
6/10
West Lincoln Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.9mi
4/10
West Lincoln High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.6mi
5/10
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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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
2% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Vale, NC • 28168
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
99/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.4 hrs
6.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$376,000 – $454,000
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