144 Branch Street,Rutherfordton, NC 28139
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
Description
Investor/renovation special with potential in a desirable in-town Rutherfordton location. Solid structure sits on approximately 4 acres at the end of a quiet street, offering both privacy and options for possible value-added uses including renovation or rental. Home features two bedrooms, one full bath, a living room, and a kitchen with an adjacent laundry area. Existing hardwood floors provide a solid starting point for renovation. With good bones and a functional layout, this property is ready for updates to maximize resale or rental income. This is a court ordered sale with court approval and a 10 day upset bid period. Property is being sold due to a medicaid lien. A portion of land is in flood plain. The NC Dept. of Transportation has recently purchased land adjoining this property for the Hwy. 221 expansion.
Details
| MLS # | 4369806 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active Under Contract |
| Year | 1900 |
| Days On Site | 135 |
| Listing Provided By | RE/MAX Journey | Jamie Oxley |
Features
| Bed(s) | 2 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 1 Total |
| SQ Feet | 928 |
| Basement | Y |
| Story(s) | 1 |
| Acreage | 4.01 |
Interior
| Cooling | None |
|---|---|
| Heating | None |
| Appliances | Dishwasher |
Exterior
| Roof | Fiberglass |
|---|---|
| Construction Materials | Vinyl |
| Foundation Details | Basement |
Parking
| Garage Yes / No | No |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Other - See Remarks |
Other
| List Aor | Foothills Realtor Association of North Carolina |
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Taxes
| Property | 109400 |
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Area Information
| State | NC |
|---|---|
| County | Rutherford |
| City | Rutherfordton |
| Zip Code | 28139 |
| Area | Rutherford |
| School District | R-S Central |
| Elementary School | Rutherfordton |
| High School | R-S Central |
| Listing VS Median (in 28139) | |
Price: $75,000 low | high Med: $395,000 sqft: 928 low | high Med: 1,905 $ / sqft: $81 low | high Med: $207 On site: 135 low | high Med: 77 | |
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| State | NC |
|---|---|
| County | Rutherford |
| City | Rutherfordton |
| Zip Code | 28139 |
| Area | Rutherford |
| School District | R-S Central |
| Elementary School | Rutherfordton |
| High School | R-S Central |
| Listing VS Median (in 28139) | |
Price: $75,000 low | high Med: $395,000 sqft: 928 low | high Med: 1,905 $ / sqft: $81 low | high Med: $207 On site: 135 low | high Med: 77 | |
Listings courtesy of Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.
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