Rutherford County, NC homes for sale & real estate

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Rutherford County, NC Homes for Sale
A rare opportunity to own one of downtown Chimney Rock's premier vacation homes. Just steps from restaurants, shops, the Rocky Broad River, and Chimney Rock State Park, this expansive mountain retreat offers nearly 4,900 square feet with 8 bedrooms, 7 full baths, and 1 half bath—making it an exceptional primary residence, family retreat, or high-performing short-term rental. Designed for gathering, the heart of the home features soaring vaulted ceilings, exposed timber beams, rich hardwood floors, and multiple stone fireplaces that create a warm mountain-lodge atmosphere. The spacious open floor plan flows effortlessly from the oversized living room into the chef's kitchen, complete w

$750,000

8 beds7.5 baths4,901 sq ft

950 Main St #4, Chimney Rock, NC 28720

Open floor plan • Mountain retreat • Rocky broad river

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Rutherford County, NC Homes for Sale
INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY ALERT!! Whether you're a seasoned real estate investor or just starting to build a portfolio, you'll want to consider this attractive brick duplex in the heart of Forest City. Situated within walking distance of downtown, the location offers tremendous convenience to restaurants, shops, and the POPS center. Each unit features 2 bedrooms with one bath, open living/dining area and a back deck. All utilities are provided by the Town of Forest City, which keeps it simple for you and the tenants. Added bonus - the current long-term residents would love to remain, so there's no concern of a gap in rental income as ownership transitions. We are requiring a 48-hour advance n

$235,000

4 beds2 baths1,944 sq ft

143 Big Springs Ave, Forest City, NC 28043

Walking distance • Brick duplex • Back deck

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Rutherford County, NC Homes for Sale
Welcome to your dream retreat in Rumbling Bald-----where breathtaking golf course views, elegant updates and resort-style living come together beautifully. Perfectly positioned overlooking the 16th fairway of Apple Valley Golf Course, this immaculate home offers a rare combination of comfort, charm, and everyday luxury. The main level is designed for easy living and effortless entertaining, with vaulted ceilings, a gas-log fireplace and sliding glass doors that open to a spacious rear deck, perfect for taking in the serene surroundings. The primary en-suite bedroom, guest bedroom, and full guest bath are also conveniently located on this level. Thoughtfully maintained and beautifully appoin

$700,000

2 beds3 baths3,139 sq ft

193 Downing Pl, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Landscaped backyard • Fire pit area • Updated kitchen

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Rutherford County, NC Homes for Sale
Perched on a rolling, wooded 0.84-acre lot in Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure, this recently updated three-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers long-range mountain views and 1,967 total square feet across the main level and finished walk-out basement. The kitchen was renovated with new cabinets, counters, and lighting, opening to a living room with a gas fireplace. A new HVAC system was installed in July 2026. The main level includes two primary suites, while the walk-out basement adds a bedroom/bonus room and a separate exercise room — flexible space for guests, a home gym, or an office. A screened rear porch overlooks the wooded lot, and the attached two-car garage adds convenience. Built in 19

$450,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,967 sq ft

129 Melrose Ct, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Gated community • Rolling wooded lot • Gas fireplace

NEW CONSTRUCTION

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Rutherford County, NC Homes for Sale
Brand-new, never-lived-in manufactured home in Mooresboro, NC. This Cavco Phoenix offers 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2,040 sq ft, and 1.16 acres in Rutherford County. Set on a permanent foundation and appraises as real property. USDA eligible with zero-down financing available for qualified buyers. FHA, VA, conventional, and cash offers welcome. Luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout and a gravel driveway. Convenient to US-74, Forest City, Shelby, Boiling Springs, Gardner-Webb University, Gastonia, Charlotte, and Asheville. Ask about the $3,500 preferred lender incentive.

$254,950

4 beds2 baths2,040 sq ft

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

1.16 acre lot • Built 2026 • Listed 49 days

Property at 495 Shires Rd, Ellenboro, NC 28040, 2 beds, 2 baths

$695,000

2 beds2 baths2,932 sq ft

495 Shires Rd, Ellenboro, NC 28040

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 916 Fire Tower Rd, Bostic, NC 28018, 3 beds, 4.5 baths

$590,000

3 beds4.5 baths2,632 sq ft

916 Fire Tower Rd, Bostic, NC 28018

Property at 1664 Chase High Rd, Forest City, NC 28043, 3 beds, 2 baths

$319,000

3 beds2 baths1,964 sq ft

1664 Chase High Rd, Forest City, NC 28043

Property at 429 Mountains Blvd Unit C-103, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 3 beds, 3 baths

$799,000

3 beds3 baths1,993 sq ft

429 Mountains Blvd Unit C-103, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 200 Woodland Cir, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$498,500

4 beds2.5 baths2,508 sq ft

200 Woodland Cir, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

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 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 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 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 127 & 131 Blanton St, Spindale, NC 28160, 2 beds, 1 bath

$150,000

2 beds1 bath731 sq ft

127 & 131 Blanton St, Spindale, NC 28160

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 1054 Rainbow Rapids Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 4 beds, 4.5 baths

$1,895,000

4 beds4.5 baths5,711 sq ft

1054 Rainbow Rapids Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

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 236 Textile Ave, Spindale, NC 28160, 3 beds, 3 baths

$249,900

3 beds3 baths2,373 sq ft

236 Textile Ave, Spindale, NC 28160

Property at 116 Kingston Pl, Spindale, NC 28160, 2 beds, 2 baths

$395,000

2 beds2 baths1,565 sq ft

116 Kingston Pl, Spindale, NC 28160

Property at 231 Fibber Magee Dr, Union Mills, NC 28167, 4 beds, 3 baths

$1,500,000

4 beds3 baths2,000 sq ft

231 Fibber Magee Dr, Union Mills, NC 28167

Property at 1109 Morningstar Lake Rd, Forest City, NC 28043, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$825,000

3 beds2.5 baths2,797 sq ft

1109 Morningstar Lake Rd, Forest City, NC 28043

Property at 154 Breeze Hl, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$474,900

3 beds2.5 baths3,306 sq ft

154 Breeze Hl, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 232 Maple St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$249,900

3 beds1.5 baths1,484 sq ft

232 Maple St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 258 Florida Ave, Spindale, NC 28160, 3 beds, 2 baths

$290,000

3 beds2 baths1,349 sq ft

258 Florida Ave, Spindale, NC 28160

Property at 00 Chisholm Trl, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$599,900

3 beds2.5 baths2,688 sq ft

00 Chisholm Trl, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 179 Rock Spring Rd, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 3 beds, 3.5 baths

$705,000

3 beds3.5 baths3,346 sq ft

179 Rock Spring Rd, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 105 Kingston Pl, Spindale, NC 28160, 2 beds, 2 baths

$374,000

2 beds2 baths1,565 sq ft

105 Kingston Pl, Spindale, NC 28160

Property at 3392 Pearidge Rd, Bostic, NC 28018, 2 beds, 1 bath

$202,500

2 beds1 bath733 sq ft

3392 Pearidge Rd, Bostic, NC 28018

Property at 115 Weeks Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 4 beds, 1.5 baths

$399,900

4 beds1.5 baths2,292 sq ft

115 Weeks Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 000 Pinnacle Pkwy, Union Mills, NC 28167, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$598,935

4 beds3.5 baths2,743 sq ft

000 Pinnacle Pkwy, Union Mills, NC 28167

Property at 127 Holly Ct, Bostic, NC 28018, 2 beds, 2 baths

$249,000

2 beds2 baths1,361 sq ft

127 Holly Ct, Bostic, NC 28018

Property at 117 Richmond Ct, Spindale, NC 28160, 2 beds, 2 baths

$379,000

2 beds2 baths1,395 sq ft

117 Richmond Ct, Spindale, NC 28160

Property at 225 Burnt Meadow Ln #169, Union Mills, NC 28167, 3 beds, 2 baths

$730,000

3 beds2 baths1,500 sq ft

225 Burnt Meadow Ln #169, Union Mills, NC 28167

Property at 237 Mallard Rd, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 3 beds, 3.5 baths

$649,000

3 beds3.5 baths2,303 sq ft

237 Mallard Rd, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 656 Arbra Mountain Way, Bostic, NC 28018, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$675,000

3 beds2.5 baths2,517 sq ft

656 Arbra Mountain Way, Bostic, NC 28018

Property at 127 Cattail Rd, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 3 beds, 3 baths

$869,000

3 beds3 baths2,976 sq ft

127 Cattail Rd, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 134 Neighborly Dr, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 2 beds, 1 bath

$739,000

2 beds1 bath756 sq ft

134 Neighborly Dr, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 468 Edwards St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 3 beds, 2 baths

$289,000

3 beds2 baths1,682 sq ft

468 Edwards St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at lot 19 Silent Forest Way, Lake Lure, NC 28746

$44,900

Land2.07 acres (lot)

lot 19 Silent Forest Way, Lake Lure, NC 28746

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Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of Fri Oct 16 2026. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.

Average home prices near Rutherford County, NC

Cities

Rutherfordton homes for sale
$350,000
Chimney Rock Village homes for sale
$699,000
Ellenboro homes for sale
$186,500
Columbus homes for sale
$442,400
Forest City homes for sale
$249,900
Glenwood homes for sale
$319,000
Ruth homes for sale
$292,450
Spindale homes for sale
$235,950
Lake Lure homes for sale
$595,000
Bostic homes for sale
$259,900
Caroleen homes for sale
$172,900

Counties

Rutherford County, NC real estate trends

All Home Types trends in Rutherford County, NC

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Median Sale Price (All Home Types)

$324,274

+11.8% YoY | Sep 2026

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$324,274

+11.8%

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