Fixer Upper homes for sale & real estate in Rutherford County, NC

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Fixer Upper for sale in Rutherford County, NC:
Charming 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom bungalow centrally located for convenience! This cozy home is just steps away from businesses, shopping, restaurants, coffee shops, and schools, making it the perfect spot for everyday living. Enjoy outdoor activities with access to the nearby Rails-to-Trails walking trail. The property features a natural gas furnace for efficient heating and includes a one-car carport. While the home requires a little TLC, it offers buyers an excellent opportunity to add their personal touch. Please note that no appliances will be conveyed, and there is no air conditioning. With city water and sewer services, this bungalow is ready to welcome its new owner. Don’t miss o

$112,000

3 beds1 bath1,022 sq ft

124 Eastside Dr, Forest City, NC 28043

Centrally located • Natural gas furnace • 7,840 sq ft lot

ABOUT THIS HOME
Fixer Upper for sale in Rutherford County, NC:
This cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom bungalow is conveniently located! This charmer is just steps away from businesses, shopping, restaurants, coffee shops, and schools, making it the perfect spot for everyday living. Enjoy outdoor activities with access to the nearby Rails-to-Trails walking trail. The property features a natural gas furnace for efficient heating. While the home requires a little TLC, it offers buyers an excellent opportunity to add their personal touch. Please note that no appliances will be conveyed, and there is no air conditioning. With city water and sewer services, this bungalow is ready to welcome its new owner. Price to sell!

$90,000

2 beds1 bath938 sq ft

122 Dillashaw Dr, Forest City, NC 28043

Conveniently located • Natural gas furnace • 6,534 sq ft lot

ABOUT THIS HOME
Fixer Upper for sale in Rutherford County, NC:
Agents: please read agent remarks. Handyman Special, with income potential! This genuine log cabin needs someone to give it some TLC. Nearly finished inside and only ever used as a second home, this cabin could use your finishing touches! (Interior trim around windows and doors, flooring in the loft, plus maintenance and some repairs are needed on the cabin's exterior/garage. ) With the electric, water well, the septic field and HVAC already installed and functional, you could easily live here while either working on this cabin, or having work done. It has two bedrooms and two full baths - one bedroom and bath is on the main level, the other is upstairs in

$320,000

2 beds2 baths1,164 sq ft

155 Northridge Dr #79, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Covered deck • Juliette balcony • Log cabin

ABOUT THIS HOME
Fixer Upper for sale in Rutherford County, NC:
Two additional rooms. Fixer upper or first time home buyer, needs little tlc.

$65,000

2 beds1 bath1,335 sq ft

617 Hames Ridge Rd, Mooresboro, NC 28114

1 acre lot • Built 1966 • Listed 15 days

ABOUT THIS HOME
Fixer Upper for sale in Rutherford County, NC:
Rustic charm is what you will find in this 2 bedroom 2 bath home that sits on over 2 acres and offers the outdoor space of your dreams. Custom cabinets in the kitchen, dining room and bar area, along with custom wood working throughout the home from the kitchen to the primary bedroom with the wood accent wall and an electric wall fireplace to the wood ceilings and cathedral style in some rooms. A child's play house/bed can be found in the second bedroom and wooden chair railing found throughout the house. Outside, you will find not one but two workshops ready for whatever hobby or business you might want to start. Land is level with useable space all around. Added patio pavers and an above

$235,000

2 beds2 baths1,108 sq ft

935 E US 74 Business Hwy, Ellenboro, NC 28040

Cathedral style • Custom wood working • Custom cabinets

Property at 225 Mcdade Rd, Forest City, NC 28043, 3 beds, 2 baths

$245,000

3 beds2 baths1,338 sq ft

225 Mcdade Rd, Forest City, NC 28043

Property at 1668 Oakland Rd, Forest City, NC 28043, 1 bed, 1 bath

$74,900

1 bed1 bath752 sq ft

1668 Oakland Rd, Forest City, NC 28043

Property at 204 Bonaire Ln, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$209,000

3 beds1.5 baths1,092 sq ft

204 Bonaire Ln, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 698 Youngs Mountain Dr, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$649,000

3 beds2.5 baths2,821 sq ft

698 Youngs Mountain Dr, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 184 Crawford Holw, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 3 beds, 1 bath

$105,000

3 beds1 bath— sq ft

184 Crawford Holw, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 184 Spring St, Ellenboro, NC 28040, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$319,000

4 beds2.5 baths3,681 sq ft

184 Spring St, Ellenboro, NC 28040

Property at 2311 Poors Ford Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 3 beds, 2 baths

$785,000

3 beds2 baths2,407 sq ft

2311 Poors Ford Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 108 W Spruce St, Forest City, NC 28043, 2 beds, 1 bath

$70,000

2 beds1 bath— sq ft

108 W Spruce St, Forest City, NC 28043

Property at 513 Boss Moore Rd, Ellenboro, NC 28040, 2 beds, 1.5 baths

$80,000

2 beds1.5 baths792 sq ft

513 Boss Moore Rd, Ellenboro, NC 28040

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ABOUT THIS HOME
Fixer Upper for sale in Rutherford County, NC:
Log cabin in Saluda with 16.5 acres. This property was an apple orchard many years ago. No current apple trees. In addition to the log cabin there are multiple building sites on the acreage. The log cabin needs some TLC to bring it up to its fullest potential. There is a large open pole shed that was part of the apple processing area. Trails run through the property.

$485,000

3 beds2 baths1,546 sq ft

6130 Howard Gap Rd, Saluda, NC 28773

Open pole shed • Trails • Apple orchard

ABOUT THIS HOME
Fixer Upper for sale in Rutherford County, NC:
Welcome to 2833 Camp Creek Ch. Rd. Cozy, country living, conveniently located to Boiling Springs NC and to Gaffney SC. This charming 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath ranch has 6.39 acres and a spacious workshop out back. It also has a large cement back porch, perfect for grilling, entertaining, or just hanging out on warm summer evenings. Needs some TLC and personal touches to make it your very own. No HOA's. Minutes from I-85 or Broad River Greenway. Don't miss out on this opportunity.

$275,000

3 beds1.5 baths1,620 sq ft

2833 Camp Creek Church Rd, Mooresboro, NC 28114

Broad river greenway • Spacious workshop • Minutes from i-85

ABOUT THIS HOME
Fixer Upper for sale in Rutherford County, NC:
This unique property offers incredible versatility and opportunity. Featuring two separate residences—one a 2-bedroom, 1-bath home, the other a 4-bedroom, 2-bath home—the options are endless. The 2/1 home needs minor TLC, while the 4/2 home is move-in or rent-ready, giving you the chance to add your personal touch or increase value. With approximately 30 acres (MOL), this land holds exceptional potential, including the possibility of up to 20 future home sites and ADU's for those looking to develop. Whether you're dreaming of a private homestead, a multi-generational setup, or a lucrative investment project, this property can bring your vision to life. The acreage itself is trul

$855,000

4 beds2 baths3,137 sq ft

34 Landfair Ln, Bat Cave, NC 28710

30.72 acre lot • 2 garage spots • Built 1950

ABOUT THIS HOME
Fixer Upper for sale in Rutherford County, NC:
Triple Wide with winter views and privacy. Extra nice large kitchen with Island and area for small table. Large laundry room. New skylights, new hall bathroom with walk in shower, new Trane heat pump and new windows. Nice mountain property with double detached garage/workshop. 4 bedrooms with 3 bedroom septic permit. Owner can't make any repairs and will also be present at showings. This is a good size house which needs some TLC -

$318,000

3 beds2 baths2,688 sq ft

89 Blue Mountain Rd, Fairview, NC 28730

New trane heat pump • Large kitchen • New skylights

ABOUT THIS HOME
Fixer Upper for sale in Rutherford County, NC:
Step back in time with this 2-bedroom, 1-bath farmhouse built in 1870, full of character and potential. Nestled on . 9 acres in the peaceful countryside, this historic home offers the charm of yesteryear with plenty of space to make it your own. Inside, you’ll find two fireplaces—one in the living room and one in the family room—adding warmth and character to the layout. The property features multiple inviting outdoor spaces, including a covered wrap-around front and side porch, a screened side porch, a covered rear porch, and a covered left-side porch, perfect for enjoying the surrounding views. A circular drive adds convenience and accessibility. This home needs TLC and

$112,000

2 beds1 bath— sq ft

2412 Daves Dr, Shelby, NC 28150

0.9 acre lot • Built 1870 • Listed 65 days

ABOUT THIS HOME
Fixer Upper for sale in Rutherford County, NC:
Located in Mill Springs, North Carolina. This property comes with 20 acres, three bedroom two bath home. Property has lot of potential. Home will need some TLC.

$270,000

3 beds2 baths1,313 sq ft

3905 S Wilson Hill Rd, Mill Spring, NC 28756

20 acres • 20 acre lot • Built 1994

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Property at 3181 Shag Bark Rd, Connelly Springs, NC 28612, 2 beds, 2 baths

$189,900

2 beds2 baths1,553 sq ft

3181 Shag Bark Rd, Connelly Springs, NC 28612

Property at 1215 W Payne Rd, Marion, NC 28752, 2 beds, 1 bath

$189,000

2 beds1 bath737 sq ft

1215 W Payne Rd, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 256 School Rd, Mill Spring, NC 28756, 2 beds, 2 baths

$325,000

2 beds2 baths1,628 sq ft

256 School Rd, Mill Spring, NC 28756

Property at 3605 Skyuka Mountain Rd, Columbus, NC 28722, 3 beds, 1 bath

$349,000

3 beds1 bath1,266 sq ft

3605 Skyuka Mountain Rd, Columbus, NC 28722

Property at 390 Forest Heights Dr, Marion, NC 28752, 4 beds, 4 baths

$699,900

4 beds4 baths4,556 sq ft

390 Forest Heights Dr, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 3B Lynx Dr, Black Mountain, NC 28711, 3 beds, 2 baths

$389,000

3 beds2 baths1,507 sq ft

3B Lynx Dr, Black Mountain, NC 28711

Property at 341 Mashburn Br, Old Fort, NC 28762, 3 beds, 1 bath

$249,000

3 beds1 bath1,238 sq ft

341 Mashburn Br, Old Fort, NC 28762

Property at 8061 US 70 Hwy W, Old Fort, NC 28762, 2 beds, 2 baths

$279,000

2 beds2 baths1,450 sq ft

8061 US 70 Hwy W, Old Fort, NC 28762

Property at 0 Lower Krajenke Rd Unit /Upper Krajenke Dr, Marion, NC 28752, 8 beds, 5 baths

$185,000

8 beds5 baths1,143 sq ft

0 Lower Krajenke Rd Unit /Upper Krajenke Dr, Marion, NC 28752

Property at 207 Wagon Ln, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$465,000

3 beds2.5 baths2,070 sq ft

207 Wagon Ln, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 26 Coastline Dr, Inman, SC 29349, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$495,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,908 sq ft

26 Coastline Dr, Inman, SC 29349

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Fixer Upper Homes for Sale in Rutherford County

There are currently 14 fixer upper homes for sale in Rutherford County at a median listing price of $375K. Some of these homes are "Hot Homes," meaning they're likely to sell quickly. Most homes for sale in Rutherford County stay on the market for 107 days and receive 1 offers. This map is refreshed with the newest listings in Rutherford County every 15 minutes.

In the past month, 65 homes have been sold in Rutherford County. In addition to houses in Rutherford County, there were also 21 condos, 7 townhouses, and 4 multi-family units for sale in Rutherford County last month. Find your dream home in Rutherford County using the tools above. Use filters to narrow your search by price, square feet, beds, and baths to find homes that fit your criteria. Our top-rated real estate agents in Rutherford County are local experts and are ready to answer your questions about properties, neighborhoods, schools, and the newest listings for sale in Rutherford County. If you're looking to sell your home in the Rutherford County area, our listing agents can help you get the best price. Redfin is redefining real estate and the home buying process in Rutherford County with industry-leading technology, full-service agents, and lower fees that provide a better value for Redfin buyers and sellers.

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