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$799,000

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
4
Living area
3,849 sqft
Year built
1960
720 New Hope Road
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
Listed by Keller Williams Elite Realty

Highlights

Property type
Single Family Residence
On market
1 day
  • Private pool
  • Fireplace

About this home

8.75 unrestricted acres. Breathtaking mountain views. A private in-ground pool. Some luxuries simply can't be measured in square feet. Welcome to 720 New Hope Road, where timeless elegance meets the natural beauty of the North Carolina foothills. Surrounded by rolling landscapes and mountain vistas, this exceptional property offers something increasingly rare: unrestricted acreage, true privacy, and a lifestyle worth slowing down for. From the moment you arrive, the peaceful surroundings set the tone for a home that effortlessly blends sophistication with comfort. Inside, 9-foot ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors throughout, and an abundance of natural light create an atmosphere that feels both refined and inviting. Thoughtfully designed living spaces provide the perfect backdrop for everything from quiet mornings with coffee to unforgettable evenings surrounded by family and friends. With four spacious bedrooms, five full bathrooms, inviting gathering areas, and the convenience of main-level living, this home offers comfort without compromise. A beautiful solarium invites you to take in the surrounding landscape in every season, while the finished lower level provides additional space for entertaining, recreation, or simply unwinding. Beyond the walls of the home, an entirely different experience awaits. Imagine summer afternoons spent lounging beside your private in-ground pool, evenings watching the changing colors of the mountains, and mornings greeted by the peaceful sounds of nature. The expansive grounds offer endless possibilities, whether you envision gardens, outdoor recreation, or simply the pleasure of having room to roam. And while the setting feels worlds away, the charm of Rutherfordton and the beauty of Western North Carolina remain within easy reach. Here, luxury isn't simply defined by the home itself, but by the freedom to enjoy life on your own terms. Some properties offer a place to live. This one offers a life to love.

Property details

MLS
Canopy MLS
MLS #
CAR4441084
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
N/A
Status
Active
Days on market
1
On market date
November 8, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
4
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
N/A
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.

Elementary
Rutherfordton Elementary School
2.14 mi away · Grades -1-5
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
4.0
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: B (2025)
Enrollment
383
Student:teacher ratio
13.7:1
District
Rutherford County Schools
Middle
R-S Middle School
2.06 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.3
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
603
Student:teacher ratio
14.4:1
District
Rutherford County Schools
High
R-S Central High School
2.71 mi away · Grades 9-12
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.3
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
769
Student:teacher ratio
13.7:1
District
Rutherford County Schools

Walkability

Blended score for Rutherfordton's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). EPA National Walkability Index only -- nearby-amenity data not available for this area.

19
Very car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
3.8 / 20 -- Least walkable

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Rutherfordton, from live MLS data.

On the market 1 days -- 226 fewer days than Rutherfordton's current average of 227 days.
For reference, the median list price across 300 active listings in Rutherfordton right now is $127,500.

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Adjust tax / insurance estimates
Est. monthly payment
$4,962/mo
$159,800 down
$639,200 loan
Principal & interest$4,146
Property tax (est.)$666
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS. Last updated 19 hr ago.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.