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$199,000

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  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • Updated 6 hours ago
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Sitting proudly on a corner lot with endless potential, this solid Rutherfordton home is ready for your vision. Priced at just $199,000 -and even less if purchased "as is"-this is truly a steal in today's market! A fantastic canvas for investors, business owners, or homebuyers who want to put their own stamp on it. With its prime corner location, this property offers MANY possible uses-residential or commercial. Imagine enjoying winter mountain views from your yard, expanding into the unfinished basement for extra space, or getting creative with the existing slab-perfect for a carport, a pickleball court, or even a backyard hangout spot. The house has withstood storms and remains solid, so you're starting with great bones! Act now with an offer and lock in the deal! (*3rd room was converted to a "den" area with a woodstove, which can be turned back into a bedroom.) All of this is just minutes to downtown Rutherfordton, with its charming shops, restaurants, and historic square. Outdoor lovers will appreciate the proximity to hiking, biking, and nearby Lake Lure for water adventures. Affordable, versatile, and full of potential-don't let this one pass you by!

Full Property Details for 949 Cove Rd

General

  • Price: $199,000
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: Charlotte_Regional_Realtor_Association
  • MLS ID: 4307294
  • Updated: 12/3/2025
  • Added to Site: 97 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Attic Other, Attic Stairs Fixed, Other - See Remarks
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Primary Bedroom, Propane, Other - See Remarks, Primary Bedroom, Propane, Other - See Remarks
  • Appliances: Dryer, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dryer

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms Main & Up: 3

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: In Basement

Parking

  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Driveway, Other - See Remarks

Location

  • County: Rutherford
  • Driving Directions: 5-6 mins to the Green Hill Convenience Center Green Hill Convenience Center 204 Rainbow Rapids Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139 Head southeast on Rainbow Rapids Rd toward McEntire Rd Turn left onto McEntire Rd Slight right onto Pleasant Grove Rd Turn right onto Cove Rd Destination will be on the right 949 Cove Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

School Information

  • Elementary School: Pinnacle
  • Middle School: R-S Middle
  • High School: R-S Central

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air, Electric
  • Heating Type: Central, Wood Stove, Other - See Remarks

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Water: Well
  • Utility Description: Propane

Structural Information

  • Construction: Site Built
  • Exterior Const.: Vinyl, Other - See Remarks
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Interior Entry, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
  • Roof: Metal
  • Main/1st Level: 1,066 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1954

Lot Features

  • Street/Road Desc.: Dirt, Gravel, Paved
  • Elevation (Approx.): 1000
  • Lot Features: Cleared, Corner Lot, Level, Open Lot, Views

Horse Property

  • Horse Facility Desc.: Horses Allowed, None

Financial Considerations

  • Terms: Cash, Conventional, Exchange

Disclosures and Reports

  • Restrictions: No Representation, No Restrictions, Short Term Rental Allowed
  • Property ID: 807953
  • Lot Number: 863/573

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Schools serving 949 Cove Rd

School District:Rutherford County Schools
NameGradesDistance
Pinnacle Elementary School
1204 Painters Gap Road, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
PK-53.6 mi
R-S Middle School
607 Westbrook Drive, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
6-85.7 mi
R-S Central High School
641 U.S. 221, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
9-125.6 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 949 Cove Rd Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/18/2025
Price Reduced
$199,000
-11.56%
MLS
10/26/2025
Price Reduced
$224,999
-13.13%
MLS
10/12/2025
Listed
$259,000
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Tax History for 949 Cove Rd

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,179
56%
$161,600
—
2021
$758
—
$161,600
91%
2022
$758
—
$84,800
—
2021
$758
1%
$84,800
—
2019
$750
30%
$84,800
41%
2018
$577
5%
$60,200
—
2017
$551
1%
$60,200
—
2015
$546
—
$60,200
—
2014
$546
—
$60,200
—
2013
$546
—
$60,200
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