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$225,000

Rutherfordton, NC 28139
Listed by Randy Reavis · RE/MAX Journey
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Living area
1,380 sqft
Year built
1951

About this home

Newly renovated duplex offers a smart entry into multi-unit ownership in the heart of Rutherfordton. Each side features 1 BR, 1 Bath, LR with approximately 690 sq ft of living space, making the total property 1,380 sq ft. The layout is efficient and turnkey, ideal for owner occupancy with rental income, or full rental operation. Key features include: • Two separate units, each ~690 sq ft, with their own entrances, seperate utility meters, and laundry areas. • Convenient central location in Rutherfordton - walkable to shopping, dining, and medical. • Solid investment profile: opportunity to generate rental income while maintaining manageable size and maintenance needs. • Versatility: one unit can be owner-occupied while the other is rented, or both units rented for maximum return. • Excellent condition, with extensive updates. Whether you’re seeking a starter investment property, a live-in rental strategy, or simply expanding your rental portfolio — this duplex offers immediate entry in a market with strong fundamentals. Don’t miss this affordable duplex in Rutherfordton — schedule your showing today!

Property details

MLS #
CAR4321384
Property type
Duplex
Subdivision
N/A
Status
Active
Days on market
76
On market date
March 27, 2026
Stories
1
Total bathrooms
2
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
4
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 (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).

Elementary
Rutherfordton Elementary School
2.35 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
0.97 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
2.46 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). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

66
Walkable
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
9.2 / 20 -- Below average walkable
Google Places amenity density
95 / 100
Restaurants & cafes20
Grocery stores3
Parks7
Schools5
Transit stops3
Pharmacies3

Market position

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

On the market 76 days -- 150 fewer days than Rutherfordton's current average of 226 days.
For reference, the median list price across 266 active listings in Rutherfordton right now is $121,250.

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$45,000 down
$180,000 loan
Principal & interest$1,167
Property tax (est.)$188
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated June 11, 2026.

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.