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Back on the Market Through No Fault of the Seller! Investor & Development Opportunity in Forest City! * * Or make it your own home and enjoy 4.85 acres with a natural creek, privacy, and room to grow, all just five minutes from downtown. Renovate the existing home for potential rental income while exploring the possibilities for the additional acreage. Zoned R-8 Residential, the property offers potential for additional homesites, subdivision, or duplex development. Features include city water, an existing septic system, road frontage, open and wooded areas, established paths, and a cleared entrance. Whether you're an investor, builder, developer, or buyer looking for space and futur

$240,000

3 beds1.5 baths1,020 sq ft

450 Washington St, Forest City, NC 28043

Wooded privacy • Private setting • 4.85 acre lot

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Cheap Home for sale in Rutherford County, NC:
PRICED to SELL ! PLUS $5000 in Closing costs offered to buyer with acceptable offer. Custom Built and Move in Ready ! Easily accessible, Spacious, One level living with full basement in much desired Rutherfordton neighborhood. Low maintenance home with new roof, premium metal siding, vinyl plank floors, new paint, new kitchen appliances, new bathroom fixtures with walk in tub. Enjoy a peaceful location with private backyard for bird watching and room for fire pit. Minutes to hospital, historic downtown, dining and shopping. Circular concrete drive. Oversized kitchen looks into sunroom and backyard with blooming trees. Large living room and den that features cozy fireplace and custom built

$259,900

3 beds2.5 baths1,980 sq ft

204 Fernwood Dr, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

One level entrance • Circular drive • Full basement

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Cheap Home for sale in Rutherford County, NC:
Perched atop scenic Justice Drive, this charming and truly original Lake Lure property offers the perfect blend of mountain privacy and accessibility. Set on a peaceful paved circular cul-de-sac drive, “Blue Heaven” captures stunning long-range winter mountain views and a serene wooded setting just minutes from the beauty and recreation of Lake Lure. This unique modified A-frame sits on a beautifully usable 1.22-acre parcel with plenty of parking, exceptional character, and an inviting mountain feel throughout. Enjoy easy access to Black Mountain, Hendersonville, and Asheville while embracing the peaceful lifestyle of the Western North Carolina mountains. Whether you’re lo

$352,000

2 beds1.5 baths1,180 sq ft

740 Justice Dr, Lake Lure, NC 28746

1.22 acre lot • Built 1983 • Listed 162 days

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Cheap Home for sale in Rutherford County, NC:
20 Acres of Privacy | Country Living in Forest City Escape to your own private retreat on 20 beautiful wooded acres in Forest City. This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-story home offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and peaceful country living. Inside, warm wood flooring, updated lighting, and an inviting layout create a comfortable atmosphere. The spacious living room features a beautiful fireplace and oversized windows overlooking the surrounding landscape. Step outside onto the back deck and enjoy your morning coffee while watching deer and local wildlife among the mature trees. The property also includes a carport and 2-stall barn with tack rooms, making it ideal for horses

$385,000

3 beds2 baths1,680 sq ft

4411 US 221 Hwy, Forest City, NC 28043

2-stall barn • Wooded acres • Large fireplace

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Cheap Home for sale in Rutherford County, NC:
1225 Moss Rd offers the opportunity to enjoy country living with extra space to grow, explore, or simply relax. The expansive backyard green space creates a peaceful setting with room for gardening, recreation, or outdoor entertaining, while the adjacent wooded parcel adds privacy. The home itself has solid bones and is ready for a new owner to bring fresh vision and updates. Some deferred maintenance is present, but the property offers an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build equity and create a personalized retreat in a quiet rural setting. Conveniently located while still offering a sense of seclusion, this property combines usable land, mature trees, and potential in one ap

$210,000

3 beds2 baths1,306 sq ft

1225 Moss Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Outdoor entertaining • Wooded vacant lot • Usable land

Property at 2226 Harris Henrietta Rd, Mooresboro, NC 28114, 4 beds, 2 baths

$214,900

4 beds2 baths2,280 sq ft

2226 Harris Henrietta Rd, Mooresboro, NC 28114

Property at 105 Bent Creek Blvd #16, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 2 beds, 2 baths

$238,000

2 beds2 baths1,163 sq ft

105 Bent Creek Blvd #16, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 379 Moss Dr, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 3 beds, 3.5 baths

$394,900

3 beds3.5 baths2,595 sq ft

379 Moss Dr, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 125 Cove Creek Dr, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 3 beds, 2 baths

$155,000

3 beds2 baths1,895 sq ft

125 Cove Creek Dr, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 310 Horn Bottom Rd, Forest City, NC 28043, 4 beds, 2 baths

$269,000

4 beds2 baths1,948 sq ft

310 Horn Bottom Rd, Forest City, NC 28043

Property at 243 Boys Camp Rd, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 2 beds, 2 baths

$349,000

2 beds2 baths1,030 sq ft

243 Boys Camp Rd, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 225 Sheepnose Dr, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 3 beds, 2 baths

$412,000

3 beds2 baths1,500 sq ft

225 Sheepnose Dr, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 529 Harmon St, Forest City, NC 28043, 3 beds, 1 bath

$150,000

3 beds1 bath1,063 sq ft

529 Harmon St, Forest City, NC 28043

Property at 202 Boys Camp Rd, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 2 beds, 1 bath

$374,000

2 beds1 bath1,245 sq ft

202 Boys Camp Rd, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 190 Dixie Trail Dr, Forest City, NC 28043, 3 beds, 2 baths

$263,000

3 beds2 baths1,585 sq ft

190 Dixie Trail Dr, Forest City, NC 28043

Property at 201 N Chase Ln, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 2 beds, 1 bath

$190,000

2 beds1 bath748 sq ft

201 N Chase Ln, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 229 Friendship Dr, Ellenboro, NC 28040, 3 beds, 1 bath

$171,000

3 beds1 bath1,632 sq ft

229 Friendship Dr, Ellenboro, NC 28040

Property at 248 Bible School Rd, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 3 beds, 2 baths

$350,000

3 beds2 baths1,259 sq ft

248 Bible School Rd, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 385 Whitney Blvd #2, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 2 beds, 2 baths

$285,000

2 beds2 baths1,163 sq ft

385 Whitney Blvd #2, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 456 Youngs Mountain Dr, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 3 beds, 2 baths

$430,000

3 beds2 baths1,269 sq ft

456 Youngs Mountain Dr, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 116 Chalet Rd, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 2 beds, 2 baths

$350,000

2 beds2 baths1,036 sq ft

116 Chalet Rd, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 211 Luckadoo Rd, Bostic, NC 28018, 3 beds, 1 bath

$169,000

3 beds1 bath996 sq ft

211 Luckadoo Rd, Bostic, NC 28018

Property at 409 Whitney Blvd, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 2 beds, 2.5 baths

$239,000

2 beds2.5 baths1,299 sq ft

409 Whitney Blvd, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 1092 NC 120 Hwy, Mooresboro, NC 28114, 2 beds, 1 bath

$299,000

2 beds1 bath1,737 sq ft

1092 NC 120 Hwy, Mooresboro, NC 28114

Property at 1188 Us Hwy 74 Hwy, Bostic, NC 28018, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$270,000

3 beds2.5 baths2,214 sq ft

1188 Us Hwy 74 Hwy, Bostic, NC 28018

Property at 1737 Whitesides Rd, Forest City, NC 28043, 3 beds, 2 baths

$400,000

3 beds2 baths2,586 sq ft

1737 Whitesides Rd, Forest City, NC 28043

Property at 243 Buffalo Creek Rd, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 3 beds, 2 baths

$278,000

3 beds2 baths1,238 sq ft

243 Buffalo Creek Rd, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 266 Asheland Dr, Ellenboro, NC 28040, 3 beds, 2 baths

$310,000

3 beds2 baths1,657 sq ft

266 Asheland Dr, Ellenboro, NC 28040

Property at 327 Sherry St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$360,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,898 sq ft

327 Sherry St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 160 Whitney Blvd #4, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 1 bed, 1.5 baths

$89,000

1 bed1.5 baths474 sq ft

160 Whitney Blvd #4, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 479 Camp Hill Rd #11, Mill Spring, NC 28746, 2 beds, 1 bath

$329,900

2 beds1 bath912 sq ft

479 Camp Hill Rd #11, Mill Spring, NC 28746

Property at 126 Campbell St, Spindale, NC 28160, 3 beds, 2 baths

$224,900

3 beds2 baths1,325 sq ft

126 Campbell St, Spindale, NC 28160

Property at 263 O Messersmith Rd, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 2 beds, 1.5 baths

$379,900

2 beds1.5 baths1,180 sq ft

263 O Messersmith Rd, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 132 Rumbling Bald Rd, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 2 beds, 2 baths

$429,900

2 beds2 baths1,536 sq ft

132 Rumbling Bald Rd, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 174 N Mitchell St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 3 beds, 2 baths

$350,000

3 beds2 baths1,335 sq ft

174 N Mitchell St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 101 Cove Creek Dr, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 3 beds, 2 baths

$319,900

3 beds2 baths1,390 sq ft

101 Cove Creek Dr, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 512 Spindale St, Spindale, NC 28160, 2 beds, 1 bath

$149,900

2 beds1 bath952 sq ft

512 Spindale St, Spindale, NC 28160

Property at 126 Hillside Ct, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 2 beds, 2 baths

$295,000

2 beds2 baths1,647 sq ft

126 Hillside Ct, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 160 Whitney Blvd #31, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 1 bed, 1 bath

$110,000

1 bed1 bath474 sq ft

160 Whitney Blvd #31, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 755 Depriest Rd, Bostic, NC 28018, 2 beds, 2 baths

$280,000

2 beds2 baths1,051 sq ft

755 Depriest Rd, Bostic, NC 28018

Property at 166 Fleece Ln, Mooresboro, NC 28114, 5 beds, 5.5 baths

$425,000

5 beds5.5 baths3,580 sq ft

166 Fleece Ln, Mooresboro, NC 28114

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Cheap Homes for Sale in Rutherford County

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