Stately Charm Meets Modern Luxury! Experience the perfect blend of historic character and modern sophistication in the heart of Rutherfordton. This beautifully renovated home features soaring ceilings, exquisite dental molding, and original refinished hardwoods (2024), all within less than half a mile of downtown shops and the hospital. The main level includes a spacious study anchored by a rustic fireplace with exposed wood beams, and living and dining rooms featuring elegant chandeliers. The chef’s kitchen has been fully updated with a suite of new stainless steel appliances, while the primary bedroom on the main floor offers a luxurious ensuite bathroom. With a new roof (2024) and updated flooring throughout, this turn-key home combines character, comfort, and modern convenience. Enjoy the mature, lush landscaping from your yard, or take advantage of the nearby Thermal Belt Rail Trail for recreation. The exterior siding is cedar wood siding. All appliances, including the washer/dryer, are included, and the property is conveniently located approximately 20 minutes (27 miles) from the Tryon International Equestrian Center. Back sunroom is a bonus space in need of repairs; code compliance unverified. Home is sold as-is.
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Price cut: $6K (4/1)
$399,000
143 S Ridgecrest Ave, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
4beds
2,495sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1893
0.91 Acres Lot
$390,400 Zestimate®
$160/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Soaring ceilingsExquisite dental moldingCedar wood sidingSpacious studyMature lush landscapingNew roofLuxurious ensuite bathroom
- 70 days |
- 1,211 |
- 81 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 01, 2026 at 07:19am
Listing Provided by:
Andrea Ochoa 704-705-8008,
Collective Realty LLC
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4337856
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Utility Room, Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
- Basement: Walk-Out Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,495
- Total interior livable area: 2,495 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,495
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
Lot
- Size: 0.91 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 1604338
- Zoning: R2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood, Other
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1893
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: none
Location
- Region: Rutherfordton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $160/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $187,800
- Date on market: 1/23/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 112 days
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Gravel, Paved
Estimated market value
$390,400
$371,000 - $410,000
$2,498/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/1/2026 | Price change | $399,000-1.5%$160/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4337856 Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $405,000-3.6%$162/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4337856 Report a problem | ||
| 12/17/2025 | Listing removed | $420,000$168/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4318246 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $420,000+147.1%$168/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4318246 Report a problem | ||
| 8/10/2023 | Sold | $170,000+13.3%$68/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4046211 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2023 | Pending sale | $150,000$60/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4046211 Report a problem | ||
| 7/4/2023 | Listed for sale | $150,000+15.8%$60/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #CAR4046211 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: RCMLS Report a problem | ||
| 3/17/2022 | Listed for sale | $129,500$52/sqft |
Source: RCMLS #48815 Report a problem | ||
| 3/8/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/4/2022 | Price change | $129,500-7.4%$52/sqft |
Source: RCMLS #48815 Report a problem | ||
| 2/25/2022 | Listed for sale | $139,900$56/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $187,800 |
| 2024 | $1,748 -30.5% | $187,800 -30.8% |
| 2023 | $2,515 +12.9% | $271,300 +45.2% |
| 2022 | $2,227 +4.4% | $186,900 |
| 2021 | $2,133 | $186,900 |
| 2020 | $2,133 | $186,900 |
| 2019 | -- | $186,900 +50.5% |
| 2018 | $1,458 | $124,196 |
| 2016 | $1,458 | $124,196 +0.4% |
| 2013 | $1,458 | $123,700 |
| 2012 | -- | $123,700 -11.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $139,600 -10.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $156,100 |
| 2009 | -- | $156,100 |
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Est. payment
$2,186/mo
Principal & interest
$1970
Property taxes
$216
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Neighborhood: 28139
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Rutherfordton Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.3 mi
- 4/10R-S Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 4/10R-S Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
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