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Nestled on approximately 6.54 peaceful acres, this beautifully updated ranch-style home offers the perfect blend of modern comfort and country living. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, the home has been thoughtfully improved while maintaining its warm, inviting character. Step inside to find bright, comfortable living spaces designed for everyday living and entertaining. Recent upgrades enhance both style and functionality, making this home move-in ready. Outside, the expansive property provides endless possibilities—whether you're dreaming of gardening, keeping animals (Horses Allowed!), building a workshop, or simply enjoying the privacy and scenic surroundings. Relax on the porch w

$299,900

3 beds2 baths1,411 sq ft

175 Scruggs Rd, Forest City, NC 28043

Porch • 6.54 acres • Horses allowed

ABOUT THIS HOME
Cheap Home for sale in Rutherford County, NC:
Welcome to 1664 Chase High Road, conveniently located directly across from Chase High School and just off Hwy 221 S in Rutherford County. This well-maintained brick ranch offers comfortable one-level living with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, spacious rooms. Step inside to find updated laminate flooring, neutral paint, and generously sized rooms. Enjoy the beautiful North Carolina seasons from the covered front porch or large back deck overlooking the fenced backyard. The property offers plenty of outdoor space for gardening, pets, outdoor play, entertaining, or gathering around a firepit. An outbuilding provides additional storage or workspace, while the basement features a garage door and offer

$319,000

3 beds2 baths1,964 sq ft

1664 Chase High Rd, Forest City, NC 28043

Covered front porch • Large back deck • Workshop space

ABOUT THIS HOME
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Opportunity awaits on this unrestricted 3-acre property in Rutherfordton within walking distance to the Purple Martin Greenway Trail! With no known restrictions, this property offers endless potential for a new home, manufactured home, recreational use, or investment project. Enjoy the flexibility of owning 3 acres in a peaceful setting while creating your vision from the ground up.

$99,000

Studio1 bath— sq ft

137 Napa Dr, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

3 acre property • Peaceful setting • 3 acre lot

ABOUT THIS HOME
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Welcome home to this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home situated on 1.41 peaceful acres. Enjoy the beauty of a flowing creek along the rear of the property, creating a relaxing natural setting. Inside, you'll find a spacious eat-in kitchen with easy access to a small deck off the laundry area, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or stepping outside to the backyard. The home also offers a comfortable living room along with an additional den or office in the converted carport. The basement features a workshop area and a stand-up shower, offering extra utility and storage space. Outside, several small outbuildings provide additional storage or workspace for tools, equipment, or recreational

$170,000

3 beds2 baths1,207 sq ft

584 Groves Rd, Union Mills, NC 28167

Stand-up shower • Additional den • Workshop area

3D WALKTHROUGH

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Cheap Home for sale in Rutherford County, NC:
Tucked away in the private, gated Sweetbriar Farms community, this beautifully maintained 3BR/1.5BA log cabin offers rustic charm and easy mountain living. Featuring authentic log walls, an open living area, and a spacious wraparound deck, it’s the perfect setting for both relaxation and entertaining. The cabin sits on 1.15 wooded acres with minimal upkeep—no lawn to mow, just occasional leaf blowing or weed whacking. Enjoy cool mountain breezes each afternoon, a firepit area for gathering, and a detached shed/workshop. Whether you're looking for a full-time home or weekend escape, this property delivers simple comfort, natural beauty, and year-round enjoyment

$334,650

3 beds1.5 baths1,232 sq ft

194 Long Ridge Dr, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Gated community • Firepit area • Log walls

Property at 163 Sherry St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$360,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,863 sq ft

163 Sherry St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 164 Basin Trl, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 3 beds, 2 baths

$224,000

3 beds2 baths1,508 sq ft

164 Basin Trl, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 617 Harris Henrietta Rd, Forest City, NC 28043, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$199,900

3 beds1.5 baths975 sq ft

617 Harris Henrietta Rd, Forest City, NC 28043

Property at 314 Maryland Dr #61, Forest City, NC 28043, 3 beds, 2 baths

$264,900

3 beds2 baths1,075 sq ft

314 Maryland Dr #61, Forest City, NC 28043

Property at 160 Whitney Blvd #49, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 1 bed, 1 bath

$110,000

1 bed1 bath474 sq ft

160 Whitney Blvd #49, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 121 Hayden St, Spindale, NC 28160, 2 beds, 2 baths

$119,000

2 beds2 baths1,124 sq ft

121 Hayden St, Spindale, NC 28160

Property at 299 Ellenboro Henrietta Rd, Ellenboro, NC 28040, 3 beds, 2 baths

$209,500

3 beds2 baths1,519 sq ft

299 Ellenboro Henrietta Rd, Ellenboro, NC 28040

Property at 409 Arrowood Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 4 beds, 3 baths

$389,000

4 beds3 baths2,411 sq ft

409 Arrowood Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 4252 Big Island Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 2 beds, 2 baths

$260,000

2 beds2 baths1,892 sq ft

4252 Big Island Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 857 Henry Jenkins Rd Unit 10f, Mooresboro, NC 28114, 4 beds, 2 baths

$254,950

4 beds2 baths2,040 sq ft

857 Henry Jenkins Rd Unit 10f, Mooresboro, NC 28114

Property at 5797 US Hwy 64/74a None, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 1 bed, 1 bath

$449,000

1 bed1 bath420 sq ft

5797 US Hwy 64/74a None, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 138 Oak Hill Dr, Forest City, NC 28043, 3 beds, 2 baths

$239,900

3 beds2 baths1,324 sq ft

138 Oak Hill Dr, Forest City, NC 28043

Property at 429 Mountains Blvd Unit C101, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 2 beds, 2 baths

$375,000

2 beds2 baths1,552 sq ft

429 Mountains Blvd Unit C101, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 129 Melrose Ct, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$450,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,967 sq ft

129 Melrose Ct, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 160 Whitney Blvd Bldg B/ 12, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 1 bed, 1 bath

$109,900

1 bed1 bath474 sq ft

160 Whitney Blvd Bldg B/ 12, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 153 & 135 Caroleen St, Forest City, NC 28043, 1 bed, 1 bath

$96,900

1 bed1 bath921 sq ft

153 & 135 Caroleen St, Forest City, NC 28043

Property at 339 Bobby Mckinney Rd, Union Mills, NC 28167, 3 beds, 2 baths

$284,900

3 beds2 baths1,542 sq ft

339 Bobby Mckinney Rd, Union Mills, NC 28167

Property at 828 Ferry Rd, Forest City, NC 28043, 3 beds, 2 baths

$342,500

3 beds2 baths2,046 sq ft

828 Ferry Rd, Forest City, NC 28043

Property at 189 Hazelhurst Ln, Mooresboro, NC 28114, 3 beds, 3.5 baths

$440,000

3 beds3.5 baths2,069 sq ft

189 Hazelhurst Ln, Mooresboro, NC 28114

Property at 201 Lincoln Rd, Forest City, NC 28043, 3 beds, 2 baths

$350,000

3 beds2 baths1,558 sq ft

201 Lincoln Rd, Forest City, NC 28043

Property at 143 Big Springs Ave, Forest City, NC 28043, 4 beds, 2 baths

$235,000

4 beds2 baths1,944 sq ft

143 Big Springs Ave, Forest City, NC 28043

Property at 160 Whitney Blvd #35, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 1 bed, 1 bath

$89,000

1 bed1 bath474 sq ft

160 Whitney Blvd #35, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 321 Whispering Pines Cir, Forest City, NC 28043, 3 beds, 2 baths

$344,000

3 beds2 baths1,672 sq ft

321 Whispering Pines Cir, Forest City, NC 28043

Property at 126 Phillips Dr, Forest City, NC 28043, 2 beds, 1 bath

$179,900

2 beds1 bath828 sq ft

126 Phillips Dr, Forest City, NC 28043

Property at 319 Arlington St, Forest City, NC 28048, 3 beds, 2 baths

$289,000

3 beds2 baths1,563 sq ft

319 Arlington St, Forest City, NC 28048

Property at 464 Mason Rd, Ellenboro, NC 28040, 1 bed, 1 bath

$425,000

1 bed1 bath504 sq ft

464 Mason Rd, Ellenboro, NC 28040

Property at 1655 Hudlow Rd, Forest City, NC 28043, 3 beds, 2 baths

$249,900

3 beds2 baths1,493 sq ft

1655 Hudlow Rd, Forest City, NC 28043

Property at 1225 Moss Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 3 beds, 2 baths

$240,000

3 beds2 baths1,306 sq ft

1225 Moss Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 409 North Dakota Dr #307, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 3 beds, 2 baths

$392,000

3 beds2 baths1,232 sq ft

409 North Dakota Dr #307, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 106 Freeman St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 2 beds, 1 bath

$249,900

2 beds1 bath1,154 sq ft

106 Freeman St, 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 118 Tallyhoe St, Forest City, NC 28043, 3 beds, 2 baths

$335,000

3 beds2 baths1,375 sq ft

118 Tallyhoe St, Forest City, NC 28043

Property at 262 Florida Ave, Spindale, NC 28160, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$280,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,305 sq ft

262 Florida Ave, Spindale, NC 28160

Property at 467 Forest Lake Rd, Forest City, NC 28043, 3 beds, 3 baths

$399,900

3 beds3 baths2,515 sq ft

467 Forest Lake Rd, Forest City, NC 28043

Property at 282 W Mountain St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 3 beds, 2 baths

$399,000

3 beds2 baths2,169 sq ft

282 W Mountain St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 117 Clarence Henson Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 3 beds, 2 baths

$425,000

3 beds2 baths1,877 sq ft

117 Clarence Henson Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

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Cheap Homes for Sale in Rutherford County

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