Own a charming piece of Gastonia history just a short walk from the FUSE district and Loray Mill. This 1900-built cottage features a welcoming covered front porch, classic hardwood floors, an open floorplan, and a spacious kitchen with cottage-style cabinetry, butcher block counters, a farmhouse sink, and vintage-inspired fixtures. Both bedrooms offer walk-in closets, and the large attic provides potential for additional living space. This home qualifies for $20,000 in lender assistance for closing, down payment, and rate buydown, offering a great opportunity for buyers. Schedule your showing today!
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Price cut: $8K (2/15)
$170,000
208 S Ransom St, Gastonia, NC 28052
2beds
1,092sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
0.13 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$156/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Vintage-inspired fixturesCovered front porchCottage-style cabinetryClassic hardwood floorsSpacious kitchenOpen floorplanFarmhouse sink
- 266 days |
- 856 |
- 63 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 15, 2026 at 07:12am
Listing Provided by:
Michael Guerra mikegtherealtor@gmail.com,
Lifestyle International Realty
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4268177
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Attic Fan, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Self Cleaning Oven
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Attic Other, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Attic: Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,092
- Total interior livable area: 1,092 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,092
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.13 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 106267
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Asbestos
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Firestone Cotton Mills
Location
- Region: Gastonia
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $156/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $189,850
- Annual tax amount: $2,030
- Date on market: 6/14/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 238 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete, Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,560/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/15/2026 | Price change | $170,000-4.5%$156/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4268177 Report a problem | ||
| 9/3/2025 | Price change | $178,000-0.6%$163/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4268177 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2025 | Price change | $179,000-0.5%$164/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4268177 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2025 | Price change | $179,900-0.1%$165/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4268177 Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2025 | Price change | $180,000-2.7%$165/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4268177 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2025 | Price change | $184,900-0.1%$169/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4268177 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $185,000$169/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4268177 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2025 | Listing removed | $185,000$169/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4268177 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2025 | Price change | $185,000-2.6%$169/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4268177 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $190,000+5.6%$174/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4268177 Report a problem | ||
| 11/2/2021 | Sold | $180,000+0.1%$165/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3747525 Report a problem | ||
| 10/5/2021 | Contingent | $179,800$165/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3747525 Report a problem | ||
| 9/27/2021 | Price change | $179,800-2.8%$165/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3747525 Report a problem | ||
| 8/23/2021 | Price change | $184,900+2.8%$169/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3747525 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2021 | Listed for sale | $179,900$165/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3747525 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3747525 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2021 | Contingent | $179,900$165/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3747525 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2021 | Price change | $179,900-2.8%$165/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3747525 Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/2021 | Listed for sale | $185,000$169/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3747525 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3747525 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2021 | Listed for sale | $185,000+111.4%$169/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3747525 Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2020 | Sold | $87,500+3.1%$80/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3661383 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2020 | Listed for sale | $84,900+253.8%$78/sqft |
Source: Providence Management & Invest #3661383 Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2006 | Sold | $24,000$22/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,030 | $189,850 |
| 2024 | $2,030 -1% | $189,850 |
| 2023 | $2,050 +63.2% | $189,850 +100.9% |
| 2022 | $1,257 +93.4% | $94,480 +96.3% |
| 2021 | $650 +28% | $48,130 +28% |
| 2020 | $508 -0.7% | $37,600 |
| 2019 | $511 +48.2% | $37,600 +52.6% |
| 2018 | $345 | $24,641 |
| 2017 | $345 | $24,641 |
| 2016 | $345 | $24,641 -18.9% |
| 2014 | $345 | $30,389 |
| 2012 | -- | $30,389 |
| 2011 | -- | $30,389 |
| 2010 | -- | $30,389 |
| 2009 | -- | $30,389 |
| 2008 | -- | $30,389 -13.6% |
| 2007 | -- | $35,160 |
| 2006 | -- | $35,160 |
| 2005 | -- | $35,160 |
| 2004 | -- | $35,160 |
| 2003 | -- | $35,160 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$914/mo
Principal & interest
$794
Property taxes
$120
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Firestone
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Pleasant Ridge Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 6/10York Chester Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 2/10Hunter Huss High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
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