Waterfront homes for sale & real estate in Rutherford County, NC

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Waterfront Home for sale in Rutherford County, NC:
Fully Furnished Riverfront Retreat located in Lake Lure, NC! Welcome to The Lil Yellow River House! This beautifully updated home offers 220+ feet of river frontage and is being sold fully furnished—ideal as a vacation getaway or income-producing rental. Recently listed on Airbnb, the home features refinished wood floors, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances (including a range with air fryer), LE windows, recessed lighting, and a spa-style bathroom with heated floors and towel rack. A custom oak spiral staircase leads to a partially finished basement with exterior access. Enjoy river views from the deck or relax on the swing below. Additional highlights include a detached c

$420,000

2 beds1 bath827 sq ft

6375 US 64/74a Hwy, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Heated floors • River frontage • 1 acre lot

ABOUT THIS HOME
Waterfront Home for sale in Rutherford County, NC:
GREAT RENTAL HISTORY on this recently renovated townhome with a bright, modern and open floor plan. Gross rental income was $56,112 in 2023, $53,978 in 2024 (Helene shortened season) and $36,793 in 2025 while the lake closed. Expectations are to exceed pre-Helene numbers in 2026 with the opening of the lake! Beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2 bath Quail Cove Townhome with year-round lake and mountain views. Split-level floor plan with the foyer, one bedroom, and one full bath on the entry level. A few steps up to the living room, dining area and kitchen with French doors leading out to the large balcony overlooking Lake Lure and surrounding mountains. The lower level is just a few steps down

$495,000

2 beds2 baths1,470 sq ft

155 Quail Cove Blvd #1612, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Quartz countertops • Private balcony • Complete renovation

ABOUT THIS HOME
Waterfront Home for sale in Rutherford County, NC:
GREAT RENTAL HISTORY on this recently renovated townhome with a bright, modern and open floor plan. Gross rental income was $36,000 (long term rental) in 2023, $35,592 in 2024(Helene shortened season) and $29,014 in 2025 with the lake closed. Expectations are to exceed pre-Helene numbers in 2026 with the opening of the lake! Newly renovated with brand new furnishings, fresh interior paint, granite countertops, & SS appliances! A serene lake and mountain retreat awaits you. Split-level townhome, nestled near the shores of Lake Lure behind the gates of Rumbling Bald's community. Luxury vinyl plank flooring, dimmable recess lighting, wood burning fireplace, remodeled upstairs bathroom w/

$399,000

2 beds2 baths1,418 sq ft

155 Quail Cove Blvd #1618, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Tennis • Fitness center • Private beach

ABOUT THIS HOME
Waterfront Home for sale in Rutherford County, NC:
GREAT RENTAL HISTORY on this recently renovated townhome with a bright, modern and open floor plan. Gross rental income was $44,828 in 2023, $42,825 in 2024(Helene shortened season) and $34,827 in 2025 with the lake closed. Expectations are to exceed pre-Helene numbers in 2026 with the opening of the lake! Seasonal peek-a-boo lake views from two private balconies of this luxury 2 BR, 2 BA with a finished lower level. Renovations & updates in 2023 include new hardwood flooring throughout, new kitchen cabinets, granite countertops, new furniture in every room, new bathrooms, all new fixtures and decor. Prime location just a 2 min drive to amenities & restaurants of Rumbling Bald,

$489,000

2 beds2 baths1,924 sq ft

155 Quail Cove Blvd #1608, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Private balconies • New kitchen cabinets • Granite countertops

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ABOUT THIS HOME
Waterfront Home for sale in Rutherford County, NC:
Immaculate home in Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure featuring soaring ceilings in the great room with stone gas fireplace, formal dining room, eat in kitchen with breakfast bar and stainless steel appliances/granite countertops. Electronic-controlled screen porch off the living room to enjoy the outdoors. Huge primary bedroom with sitting area and ensuite. Two large guest bedrooms each with their own bathroom. Two office/bonus rooms on each level offer great flexible spaces making this a perfect primary home or vacation home. The lower level family room features a wet bar and continue entertaining on the flagstone back patio with outdoor kitchen, hot tub, beautiful mature landscaping, and a stora

$950,000

3 beds3.5 baths4,354 sq ft

148 Courtland Ct, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Flagstone back patio • Wet bar • Hot tub

Property at 206 Fairway Dr, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 4 beds, 3 baths

$409,000

4 beds3 baths2,161 sq ft

206 Fairway Dr, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 160/164 Arlington St, Forest City, NC 28043, 2 beds, 1 bath

$299,000

2 beds1 bath896 sq ft

160/164 Arlington St, Forest City, NC 28043

Property at 268 Firefly Cv, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$849,000

3 beds2.5 baths2,672 sq ft

268 Firefly Cv, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 291 Tryon Bay Cir, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 4 beds, 1.5 baths

$699,999

4 beds1.5 baths1,612 sq ft

291 Tryon Bay Cir, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 181 Highland Hts, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 5 beds, 3.5 baths

$784,500

5 beds3.5 baths3,093 sq ft

181 Highland Hts, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 219 Highland Hts, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$1,050,000

4 beds3.5 baths2,732 sq ft

219 Highland Hts, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 182 W Lake Dr S #1403, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 2 beds, 2 baths

$349,900

2 beds2 baths1,250 sq ft

182 W Lake Dr S #1403, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 251 Rainbow Rapids Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 3 beds, 2 baths

$392,000

3 beds2 baths1,568 sq ft

251 Rainbow Rapids Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 740 Justice Dr, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 2 beds, 1.5 baths

$449,000

2 beds1.5 baths1,184 sq ft

740 Justice Dr, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 136 Rumbling Bald Rd, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 3 beds, 3.5 baths

$679,500

3 beds3.5 baths4,415 sq ft

136 Rumbling Bald Rd, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 105 Palisade Dr, Mill Spring, NC 28756, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$550,000

4 beds3.5 baths2,428 sq ft

105 Palisade Dr, Mill Spring, NC 28756

Property at 132 Chasewood Dr, Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 2 beds, 2 baths

$389,500

2 beds2 baths1,030 sq ft

132 Chasewood Dr, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 0 High Rock Rdg #22, Lake Lure, NC 28746

$28,000

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0 High Rock Rdg #22, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 0 Raleigh Dr #2, Lake Lure, NC 28746

$12,000

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0 Raleigh Dr #2, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 000 Thunder Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

$45,000

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000 Thunder Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 167 Firefly Pt, Lake Lure, NC 28746

$380,000

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167 Firefly Pt, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 339 Bobby Mckinney Rd, Union Mills, NC 28167

$24,900

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339 Bobby Mckinney Rd, Union Mills, NC 28167

Property at 0 Polk County Line Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

$88,000

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0 Polk County Line Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 819 Grassy Knob Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

$255,000

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819 Grassy Knob Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at TBD Cross Creek Dr #140, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

$30,000

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TBD Cross Creek Dr #140, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 0 Cross Creek Dr #277, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

$19,900

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0 Cross Creek Dr #277, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 000 Polk County Line Rd, Columbus, NC 28722

$274,800

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000 Polk County Line Rd, Columbus, NC 28722

Property at 126 Kellerman Pt #43, Lake Lure, NC 28746

$88,000

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126 Kellerman Pt #43, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 190 Carrs Ct, Mooresboro, NC 28114

$150,000

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190 Carrs Ct, Mooresboro, NC 28114

Property at 0 Buzzards Pl #186, Lake Lure, NC 28746

$30,000

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0 Buzzards Pl #186, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at Lot 42 Palmer Pl, Lake Lure, NC 28746

$75,000

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Lot 42 Palmer Pl, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 2921 Painters Gap Rd, Union Mills, NC 28167

$975,000

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2921 Painters Gap Rd, Union Mills, NC 28167

Property at 0 Thermal City Rd #3, Union Mills, NC 28167

$79,900

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0 Thermal City Rd #3, Union Mills, NC 28167

Property at 133 Cornell Cir, Lake Lure, NC 28746

$120,000

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133 Cornell Cir, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 0 Jack Moore Mountain Rd, Ellenboro, NC 28040

$37,000

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0 Jack Moore Mountain Rd, Ellenboro, NC 28040

Property at 140 Penny Ln, Ellenboro, NC 28040

$220,000

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140 Penny Ln, Ellenboro, NC 28040

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Lot 218 Bolt Rd, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 0 Carver Ln, Forest City, NC 28043

$8,000

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0 Carver Ln, Forest City, NC 28043

Property at 0 Clark Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

$249,000

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0 Clark Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Property at 0 Rainbow Cir #8, Lake Lure, NC 28746

$15,000

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0 Rainbow Cir #8, Lake Lure, NC 28746

Property at 595 Quail Ridge Blvd, Lake Lure, NC 28746

$350,000

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595 Quail Ridge Blvd, Lake Lure, NC 28746

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Waterfront Homes for Sale in Rutherford County

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