DISTINCTIVELY ELEGANT with an array of charm & character blended with welcoming warmth. Built in 1936 with many updates that offer modern conveniences. Located just minutes away from shopping, dining, entertainment & medical facilities, offering the perfect balance of peaceful living and easy access to all amenities. From the covered front porch, you are greeted into GRAND LIVING SPACES, featuring hardwood floors, beautiful moldings, herringbone flooring, high ceilings, fireplace with Georgian style mantle and gas logs, granite kitchen countertops, new curb-less ceramic shower with heated floor and special lighting. The list of features continue. All 5 bedrooms are completed with nice spacious closets, walk in and cedar lined included. Up the pretty stairway to the 2nd level are 2 massive bedrooms, nice full bath, multi-use landing area and an abundance of storage. Double glass pane doors lead to the impressive covered open porch and the level private backyard with a basketball court, walking trail and room for a garden. The detached garage building offers 2 rooms upstairs with endless possibilities. This is a must see with so much to offer in the beautiful well maintained home. Call today for your private showing.
Active
$450,000
238 W Mountain St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
5beds
3,045sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1936
1.39 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$148/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
High ceilingsRoom for a gardenCovered front porchHardwood floorsHerringbone flooringGranite kitchen countertopsGrand living spaces
- 59 days |
- 1,106 |
- 63 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: January 20, 2026 at 09:10am
Listing Provided by:
Connie Hicks conniehicks650@gmail.com,
Matheny Real Estate
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4335968
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Upper
Dining area
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Storage
- Basement: Interior Entry,Partial,Storage Space,Sump Pump,Unfinished
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,045
- Total interior livable area: 3,045 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,045
- 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: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Lot
- Size: 1.39 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 1204222
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1936
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Rutherfordton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $148/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $361,100
- Date on market: 1/17/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 271 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Dirt, Gravel, Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $450,000-5.3%$148/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4335968 Report a problem | ||
| 11/29/2025 | Listing removed | $475,000$156/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4253975 Report a problem | ||
| 9/6/2025 | Price change | $475,000-4%$156/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4253975 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $495,000+151.3%$163/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4253975 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2004 | Sold | $197,000$65/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $361,100 |
| 2024 | $3,350 +0.1% | $361,100 |
| 2023 | $3,345 +13.1% | $361,100 +45.4% |
| 2022 | $2,957 +4.4% | $248,400 |
| 2021 | $2,832 | $248,400 |
| 2020 | $2,832 | $248,400 |
| 2019 | -- | $248,400 +46.6% |
| 2018 | $1,989 | $169,400 |
| 2016 | $1,989 | $169,400 |
| 2013 | $1,989 | $169,400 |
| 2012 | -- | $169,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $169,400 -10% |
| 2010 | -- | $188,300 |
| 2009 | -- | $188,300 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,432/mo
Principal & interest
$2188
Property taxes
$244
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28139
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Rutherfordton Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.4 mi
- 4/10R-S Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 4/10R-S Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
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