***Motivated Seller! Bring Your Offer!*** Nestled in the heart of peaceful Vale, this charming country home offers breathtaking views of rolling farmland and distant mountain ridges—your own private slice of rural North Carolina. The main level features 3 comfortable bedrooms and 1 full bath, complemented by a completely remodeled kitchen that blends modern updates with everyday functionality. Downstairs, the unfinished basement provides excellent expansion potential and includes an additional bathroom. The basement has been painted with Drylok, offering added moisture protection and a clean, ready-to-use space for storage, a workshop, or future living area. Outside, the property truly shines. A large barn plus two additional barns/storage buildings provide abundant space for equipment, hobbies, animals, or storage, ideal for those seeking a small homestead, hobby farm, or extra workspace. A newly installed water filtration system adds peace of mind and enhances everyday living. Enjoy quiet mornings and sunset evenings taking in the picturesque countryside and mountain views, all while remaining convenient to nearby towns and amenities. This property offers the perfect blend of comfort, utility, and scenic beauty ready to be enjoyed today with room to grow tomorrow.
Single-familyProperty Type
1969Year Built
1.9 acresLot Size
$192Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Jennifer Coleman• Century 21 Town & Country Rlty
Contact: jennifercoleman.realtor@gmail.com
Bought with Sarah Harmon• House of Harmon Real Estate LLC
Est. $1,968 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 6581 Sain Milling Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
May 27, 2026
Sold
$363,000
$193/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4338187
May 27, 2026
Sold
$362,500
$192/sq ft
May 5, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 20, 2026
Price Changed
$384,900
$204/sq ft
Mar 31, 2026
Price Changed
$399,900
$212/sq ft
Mar 5, 2026
Listed
$425,000
$225/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4291310
Aug 8, 2025
Sold
$250,000
$133/sq ft
Apr 23, 2025
Listed
$250,000
$133/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,596
2025
$1,596
$32,897 + $222,795
$255,692
2024
$1,596 (−6.7%)
$32,897 + $222,795
$255,692
2023
$1,711 (+35.3%)
$32,897 + $222,795
$255,692
2022
$1,264
$25,561 + $128,854
$154,415
2021
$1,264 (+13.0%)
$25,561 + $128,854
$154,415
2020
$1,118
$25,561 + $128,854
$154,415
2019
$1,118 (+10.4%)
$25,561 + $128,854
$154,415
2018
$1,013
$23,987 + $113,593
$137,580
2017
$1,013 (+5.0%)
$23,987 + $113,593
$137,580
2016
$964
$23,987 + $113,593
$137,580
2015
$964 (+4.5%)
$23,987 + $113,593
$137,580
2014
$923
$25,210 + $108,999
$134,209
2013
$923
$25,210 + $108,999
$134,209
2012
$923 (+2.2%)
$25,210 + $108,999
$134,209
2011
$903
$25,210 + $108,999
$134,209
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.9 Acres
Year renovated
1969
Sq. Ft.
1,885
Year built
1969
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lincoln County
APN
12770
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 21, 2026.
R-R
Rural Residential District
This district is composed of low density residential and related development and selected nonresidential uses, which are typically found in a rural residential area. The established regulations for this district are designed to maintain and promote a rural and semi-rural atmosphere in portions of the County in which public utilities are not available and will likely not be available in the foreseeable future
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Brick Partial, Vinyl
Roof: Composition
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Barn(s), Hay Storage, Outbuilding, Shed(s)
Zoning Specification: R-R
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared
Lot Size Area: 1.903
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: irregular
Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Location
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 Downtown Lincolnton, take Hwy 27 W, Turn Right on Grove St/Reepsville Rd. Make Right onto Sain Milling Rd shortly before Reepsville hits Cat Square Rd. Home will be on the Right.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,885
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.9 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1969
Year Renovated: 1969
County: Lincoln County
APN: 12770
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 21, 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.: 1885
Living Area: 1885
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,885
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1885
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Second Living Quarters Sq. Ft.: 0
Second Living Quarters Heated Living Area: 0
Foundation Details: Basement
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Union Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.3mi
6/10
West Lincoln Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.4mi
4/10
West Lincoln High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.2mi
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
3/10 Wind Factor
4% 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
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11.5 hrs
7.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$358,000 – $433,000
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