Affordable 3 BR Cottage with new medal roof & one-level living- Must See. Why rent when you could own this very affordable, quaint cottage in quiet neighborhood of Forest City? This charming three bedroom, one bath home is perfect for first-time homebuyers, downsizers, or investors looking for a great rental opportunity. features hardwood floors, laundry room, attached carport, all on one level. Newer heat pump, vinyl windows, and newer roof. This one is a must see.
Active
$168,500
159 Edgewood Dr, Rutherfordton, NC 28043
3beds
973sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
0.3 Acres Lot
$164,200 Zestimate®
$173/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Quaint cottageOne-level livingHardwood floorsLaundry roomAttached carportVinyl windowsNewer heat pump
- 26 days |
- 1,037 |
- 26 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 25, 2026 at 07:56am
Listing Provided by:
Loyce Snider loycesnider@remax.net,
RE/MAX Journey
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4342009
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Carport
Features
- Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
- Has basement: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 973
- Total interior livable area: 973 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 973
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached Carport
- Carport spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
Lot
- Size: 0.3 Acres
- Dimensions: 80 x 165 x 80 x 165
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 1603232
- Zoning: R8
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Partial, Hardboard Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City, Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Edgewood
Location
- Region: Rutherfordton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $173/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $113,100
- Date on market: 3/1/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 27 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,FMHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
$164,200
$156,000 - $172,000
$1,206/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $168,500+151.9%$173/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4342009 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2016 | Listing removed | $66,900$69/sqft |
Source: ROBERT GREENE REAL ESTATE INC. #43325 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2016 | Listed for sale | $66,900-4.3%$69/sqft |
Source: ROBERT GREENE REAL ESTATE INC. #43325 Report a problem | ||
| 12/23/2011 | Listing removed | $69,900$72/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Matheny Real Estate #36765 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2011 | Price change | $69,900-3.6%$72/sqft |
Source: Matheny Real Estate #36765 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2011 | Price change | $72,500-8.8%$75/sqft |
Source: Matheny Real Estate #36765 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2011 | Price change | $79,500+1.3%$82/sqft |
Source: Matheny Real Estate #36765 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2011 | Listed for sale | $78,500$81/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Matheny Real Estate #36765 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $113,100 |
| 2024 | $1,194 +0.4% | $113,100 |
| 2023 | $1,189 +62.1% | $113,100 +85.1% |
| 2022 | $733 +34.8% | $61,100 |
| 2021 | $544 | $61,100 |
| 2020 | $544 | $61,100 |
| 2019 | -- | $61,100 +42.8% |
| 2018 | $384 | $42,800 |
| 2016 | $384 | $42,800 |
| 2013 | $384 | $42,800 |
| 2012 | -- | $42,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $42,800 -13.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $49,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $49,600 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$954/mo
Principal & interest
$863
Property taxes
$91
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28043
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Forest City-Dunbar Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1 mi
- 3/10East Rutherford Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.4 mi
- 8/10Rutherford Early College High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cool Spring
- Middle: East Rutherford
- High: East Rutherford
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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