Charming country home situated on 1.4 acres of land with plenty of space to enjoy peaceful rural living. This 3-bedroom 2 bath, 1.5-story home offers more than 1,500 square feet of comfortable living space and timeless character throughout.
Built in 1936, the home blends classic charm with room to make it your own. The Primary Suite has a refreshed bathroom and lots of space.
Enjoy the privacy and outdoor space with a fenced backyard perfect for pets, gardening, entertaining, or relaxing evenings in the country. Whether you’re looking for a quiet retreat or a place with room to grow, this property offers endless potential with the convenience of country living.
Don’t miss this opportunity to own a spacious home with acreage and character in a beautiful rural setting.
New roof in 2025, septic overhauled and expanded to a 3 brm system, almost all of the wiring and plumbing has been replaced since 2021.
Buyers agents welcome!
Under contract-no show
$250,000
681 Tower Rd, Vale, NC 28168
3beds
1,564sqft
Est.: Get pre-qualified
Single Family Residence
Built in 1936
1.4 Acres Lot
$247,100 Zestimate®
$160/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Timeless character throughout
- 11 days |
- 3,566 |
- 371 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Linda Duffin Ford lindamdford@gmail.com,
Coldwell Banker Mountain View
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4384457
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
Dining area
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Forced Air, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Utility Room, Inside, Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Basement: Other
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,564
- Total interior livable area: 1,564 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,564
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 4
- Details: Parking is to the right of the home.
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 1.4 Acres
- Dimensions: 1.4
- Features: Cleared, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 50413
- Zoning: R-SF
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1936
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Propane
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: none
Location
- Region: Vale
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $160/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $192,836
- Annual tax amount: $1,285
- Date on market: 5/25/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 11 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Dirt, Paved
Estimated market value
$247,100
$235,000 - $259,000
$1,575/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2026 | Pending sale | $250,000$160/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4384457 Report a problem | ||
| 5/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $250,000+38.9%$160/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4384457 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2021 | Sold | $180,000+5.9%$115/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3739876 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2021 | Contingent | $169,900$109/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3739876 Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2021 | Listed for sale | $169,900+126.5%$109/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3739876 Report a problem | ||
| 1/18/2006 | Sold | $75,000$48/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,285 +1.6% | $192,836 |
| 2024 | $1,265 | $192,836 |
| 2023 | $1,265 +39.7% | $192,836 +75.3% |
| 2022 | $906 | $109,981 |
| 2021 | $906 +4.4% | $109,981 |
| 2020 | $868 +1.8% | $109,981 |
| 2019 | $852 +21.2% | $109,981 +26.9% |
| 2018 | $703 | $86,697 |
| 2017 | $703 | $86,697 |
| 2016 | $703 +1.9% | $86,697 |
| 2015 | $690 -2.1% | -- |
| 2014 | $705 | $94,610 |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | $97,380 +40.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $69,424 |
| 2006 | -- | $69,424 |
| 2005 | -- | $69,424 |
| 2004 | -- | $69,424 |
| 2003 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | $58,603 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28168
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10North Brook ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 2 mi
- 4/10West Lincoln MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 5/10West Lincoln HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: North Brook
- Middle: West Lincoln
- High: West Lincoln
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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- North Carolina
- Lincoln County
- Vale
- 28168
- 681 Tower Rd
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