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Cheap Home for sale in Rutherford County, NC:
Welcome to 418 Piney Creek Drive! Tucked away on 3.15 serene, tree-lined acres in Lake Lure, this wonderful log cabin offers a chance to craft your dream getaway or high-demand mountain retreat. With a little TLC and your creative vision, you can effortlessly unlock instant equity in a setting that feels worlds away yet close to everything. Per the seller- no damage from Hurricane Helene & the watermarks on the walls are from when the home was originally built, prior to the roof being placed. Inside, the home boasts nearly 2,000 square feet of finished living space spread across three distinct levels. The main floor introduces an inviting open-concept layout complete with a cozy livin

$324,000

2 beds3 baths1,997 sq ft

418 Piney Creek Dr, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Log cabin • Tree lined acres • Open concept layout

NEW 7 HRS AGO

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Cheap Home for sale in Rutherford County, NC:
Built in 1955 and filled with mid-century character, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers over 1,800 square feet in an established Rutherfordton neighborhood. Beautiful oak floors and tongue-and-groove woodwork add warmth and character, while the large living room features a wood-burning fireplace. The sunroom/bonus room includes a half bath, laundry closet, and offers flexible space for a home office, sitting room, mud room, or use your imagination! It can be entered from the house or the second front door. A large portion of the back yard, including the deck and patio, is completely fenced with direct door access. Roof and water heater replaced approximately 2022/2023. New attic and cra

$319,999

3 beds2.5 baths1,866 sq ft

127 Freeman St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Fenced back yard • Direct door access • Sunroom bonus room

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Cheap Home for sale in Rutherford County, NC:
Coming Soon and located just 5 mins to downtown Forest City sits this brick ranch 3 bedroom 2 bath home with a bonus room/den. Level . 47 acre lot with shade trees and privacy trees. Out building has been updated with electric and water. New heat pump 2024 and new electric range oven 2025. Custom kitchen with ceramic tile. 2 bedrooms and bonus/den room have painted concrete floors. Home is being sold AS-IS

$190,000

3 beds2 baths1,430 sq ft

247 Seitz Dr, Forest City, NC 28043

Out building • Privacy trees • Shade trees

NEW 1 DAY AGO

ABOUT THIS HOME
Cheap Home for sale in Rutherford County, NC:
Enjoy the best of both worlds in this adorable brick ranch offering a peaceful, rural feel while remaining just minutes from everyday conveniences. The main level features 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, an inviting eat-in kitchen, and beautiful original hardwood floors that have been refinished to restore their timeless appeal. The walkout basement provides additional versatility, featuring an extra bedroom and full bath—ideal for guests, extended living, or a private retreat. Step outside to a fully fenced backyard with a large deck, perfect for outdoor entertaining, grilling, or simply relaxing and enjoying the surroundings. Conveniently located near grocery stores, restaurants, healthcar

$229,900

3 beds2.5 baths1,484 sq ft

292 Old Henrietta Rd, Forest City, NC 28043

Large deck • Walkout basement • Eat-in kitchen

3D WALKTHROUGH

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Cheap Home for sale in Rutherford County, NC:
Seller is ready to make a move on this, fully furnished Lake Lure home in Riverbend at Lake Lure. Enjoy easy one-level living in this newer custom-built home in Riverbend at Lake Lure, set on 0.55 acres in a private mountain setting with convenient access to community amenities and nearby Lake Lure attractions. This thoughtfully designed home features an open-concept floor plan with two spacious primary bedrooms, two large walk-in closets, and comfortable finishes including bamboo hardwood, tile, and carpet flooring. Durable LP siding and a metal roof provide low-maintenance exterior appeal, while the bright interior offers a warm, move-in-ready feel. Furniture and home decor are included,

$357,000

2 beds1 bath1,071 sq ft

257 Roadrunner Cir, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Custom-built home • Community amenities • One-level living

Property at 127 Rock Crest Cv, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 2 beds, 2 baths

$450,000

2 beds2 baths896 sq ft

127 Rock Crest Cv, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 131 Cameron Dr, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 3 beds, 2 baths

$315,000

3 beds2 baths1,541 sq ft

131 Cameron Dr, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 281 Jack Mckinney Rd, Forest City, NC 28043, 3 beds, 2 baths

$365,000

3 beds2 baths1,657 sq ft

281 Jack Mckinney Rd, Forest City, NC 28043

Property at 124 Tyler Ter, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 4 beds, 2 baths

$242,500

4 beds2 baths2,110 sq ft

124 Tyler Ter, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 147 Ridgeland Dr, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 3 beds, 2 baths

$325,000

3 beds2 baths1,649 sq ft

147 Ridgeland Dr, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 121 Quail Run Ct #1629, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 2 beds, 2 baths

$362,900

2 beds2 baths1,180 sq ft

121 Quail Run Ct #1629, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 697 Island Ford Rd, Forest City, NC 28043, 2 beds, 1 bath

$230,000

2 beds1 bath— sq ft

697 Island Ford Rd, Forest City, NC 28043

Property at 170 N Mitchell St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 3 beds, 2 baths

$350,000

3 beds2 baths1,316 sq ft

170 N Mitchell St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 133 Sorrells Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 2 beds, 1 bath

$229,900

2 beds1 bath864 sq ft

133 Sorrells Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 2718 Cove Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 3 beds, 2 baths

$350,000

3 beds2 baths1,404 sq ft

2718 Cove Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 163 Barkley Dr, Mooresboro, NC 28114, 3 beds, 2 baths

$208,000

3 beds2 baths1,802 sq ft

163 Barkley Dr, Mooresboro, NC 28114

Property at 109 Orchard St, Forest City, NC 28043, 3 beds, 2 baths

$265,000

3 beds2 baths1,219 sq ft

109 Orchard St, Forest City, NC 28043

Property at 413 Terrace Dr, Chimney Rock, NC 28720, 2 beds, 1.5 baths

$399,000

2 beds1.5 baths734 sq ft

413 Terrace Dr, Chimney Rock, NC 28720

Property at 500 Turner Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 3 beds, 2 baths

$415,000

3 beds2 baths2,352 sq ft

500 Turner Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 328 Plantation Dr, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$425,000

4 beds2.5 baths2,784 sq ft

328 Plantation Dr, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 119 Celestial Way, Mill Spring, NC 28756, 3 beds, 2 baths

$379,000

3 beds2 baths1,380 sq ft

119 Celestial Way, Mill Spring, NC 28756

Property at 144 Skyview Ave, Forest City, NC 28043, 3 beds, 2 baths

$233,000

3 beds2 baths1,344 sq ft

144 Skyview Ave, Forest City, NC 28043

Property at 250 Tanner St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 5 beds, 3 baths

$419,999

5 beds3 baths3,489 sq ft

250 Tanner St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 131 Burch Hutchins Rd, Forest City, NC 28043, 4 beds, 4 baths

$399,900

4 beds4 baths1,963 sq ft

131 Burch Hutchins Rd, Forest City, NC 28043

Property at 136 St John Zion Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 2 beds, 1.5 baths

$159,900

2 beds1.5 baths1,431 sq ft

136 St John Zion Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 949 Cove Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 2 beds, 1 bath

$162,500

2 beds1 bath1,145 sq ft

949 Cove Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 148 View Trl, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 3 beds, 2 baths

$441,000

3 beds2 baths1,320 sq ft

148 View Trl, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 164 Saint Helena Dr, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 2 beds, 1 bath

$119,900

2 beds1 bath1,304 sq ft

164 Saint Helena Dr, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 6144 Hudlow Rd, Union Mills, NC 28167, 3 beds, 2 baths

$249,000

3 beds2 baths1,692 sq ft

6144 Hudlow Rd, Union Mills, NC 28167

Property at 3360 US 64 Hwy, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 3 beds, 2 baths

$219,000

3 beds2 baths2,236 sq ft

3360 US 64 Hwy, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 3482 Polk County Line Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 3 beds, 3 baths

$424,900

3 beds3 baths2,252 sq ft

3482 Polk County Line Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 3102 Cove Rd, Union Mills, NC 28167, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$135,000

3 beds1.5 baths— sq ft

3102 Cove Rd, Union Mills, NC 28167

Property at 242 Whitney Blvd, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$299,000

3 beds1.5 baths1,008 sq ft

242 Whitney Blvd, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 170 Franklin Dr, Forest City, NC 28043, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$199,900

3 beds1.5 baths1,454 sq ft

170 Franklin Dr, Forest City, NC 28043

Property at 138 Buddy Ln, Lake Lure, NC 28720, 3 beds, 2 baths

$215,000

3 beds2 baths1,152 sq ft

138 Buddy Ln, Lake Lure, NC 28720

Property at 265 Idlewild Dr, Bostic, NC 28018, 3 beds, 3 baths

$425,000

3 beds3 baths1,916 sq ft

265 Idlewild Dr, Bostic, NC 28018

Property at 2957 NC Highway 226 Hwy, Bostic, NC 28018, 2 beds, 1 bath

$115,000

2 beds1 bath1,310 sq ft

2957 NC Highway 226 Hwy, Bostic, NC 28018

Property at 184 Crawford Holw, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 3 beds, 2 baths

$269,000

3 beds2 baths1,523 sq ft

184 Crawford Holw, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 141 Marys Ln, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 3 beds, 3 baths

$374,900

3 beds3 baths2,131 sq ft

141 Marys Ln, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 241 Ophelia Dr, Mooresboro, NC 28114, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$355,000

4 beds2.5 baths1,084 sq ft

241 Ophelia Dr, Mooresboro, NC 28114

Property at 213 Northview Dorsey St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 2 beds, 2 baths

$140,000

2 beds2 baths828 sq ft

213 Northview Dorsey St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

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Cheap Homes for Sale in Rutherford County

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