Real Estate Investment Properties for Sale in Rutherfordton, NC

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Investment Property for Sale in Rutherfordton, NC

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PROPERTY	DETAILS	SALE PRICE	INVESTMENT PERFORMANCE
143 Rosewood Lane Rutherfordton, NC Perfectly secluded with a perfect blend of rustic charm and modern appeal. 143 Rosewood Ln...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,988 sq.ft.	$544,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.32% Traditional cash on cash: 2.68% Airbnb Rental Income: $968 Traditional Rental Income: $2149 Airbnb ROI: -0.32% Traditional ROI: 2.68%
391 Chisholm Trail Rutherfordton, NC Welcome home in West Gate, a quiet, beautiful sought-after subdivision located just outsid...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,565 sq.ft.	$560,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.87% Traditional cash on cash: 2.35% Airbnb Rental Income: $968 Traditional Rental Income: $2301 Airbnb ROI: -0.87% Traditional ROI: 2.35%
1047 US 64/74A Highway Rutherfordton, NC A great home in a great location. Located just a few miles from the restaurants and shops ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,659 sq.ft.	$339,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.5% Traditional cash on cash: 4.55% Airbnb Rental Income: $968 Traditional Rental Income: $1912 Airbnb ROI: 0.5% Traditional ROI: 4.55%
246 Tryon Road Rutherfordton, NC Carefully prepared and truly move-in ready, this home offers a pride of ownership that is ...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,007 sq.ft.	$225,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.27% Traditional cash on cash: 4.09% Airbnb Rental Income: $708 Traditional Rental Income: $1215 Airbnb ROI: 0.27% Traditional ROI: 4.09%
265 Phillip Henderson Road Rutherfordton, NC Nestled on 72+ acres of rolling pasture at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this exce...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 4,357 sq.ft.	$3,400,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.56% Traditional cash on cash: -0.88% Airbnb Rental Income: $1372 Traditional Rental Income: $3110 Airbnb ROI: -1.56% Traditional ROI: -0.88%
570 Lambs Grill Road Rutherfordton, NC Discover timeless elegance and modern comfort in this beautifully restored 1929 home nestl...	4 beds \| 5 baths \| 3,826 sq.ft.	$1,100,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.99% Traditional cash on cash: 2.05% Airbnb Rental Income: $1372 Traditional Rental Income: $4070 Airbnb ROI: -0.99% Traditional ROI: 2.05%
171 N Mitchell Street Rutherfordton, NC Motivated Seller! Bring offers! 4 bedroom, 3 bath home in Rutherfordton. Home sits on a .5...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,226 sq.ft.	$257,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.04% Traditional cash on cash: 7.27% Airbnb Rental Income: $1372 Traditional Rental Income: $2222 Airbnb ROI: 2.04% Traditional ROI: 7.27%
379 Moss Drive Rutherfordton, NC This beautiful home in the Cleghorn area merges traditional warmth with modern simplicity,...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,595 sq.ft.	$449,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.22% Traditional cash on cash: 1.89% Airbnb Rental Income: $968 Traditional Rental Income: $1504 Airbnb ROI: -0.22% Traditional ROI: 1.89%
1137 Gilboa Church Road Rutherfordton, NC Charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home situated on 1 acre with a spacious yard and large deck per...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,502 sq.ft.	$299,999	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.6% Traditional cash on cash: 3.99% Airbnb Rental Income: $968 Traditional Rental Income: $1575 Airbnb ROI: 0.6% Traditional ROI: 3.99%
221 Summerfield Lane Rutherfordton, NC Instant Income Potential with this Private Retreat! Takeover Bookings and Room for additio...	1 beds \| 1 baths \| 367 sq.ft.	$379,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.29% Traditional cash on cash: 2.5% Airbnb Rental Income: $914 Traditional Rental Income: $1362 Airbnb ROI: 0.29% Traditional ROI: 2.5%
134 Brightmore Circle Rutherfordton, NC NO HOA! FULL secondary living quarters in basement - Up to $5,000 credit with preferred le...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 5,543 sq.ft.	$799,999	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.76% Traditional cash on cash: 1.33% Airbnb Rental Income: $1372 Traditional Rental Income: $2516 Airbnb ROI: -0.76% Traditional ROI: 1.33%
484 Chisholm Trail Rutherfordton, NC Brick/Vinyl traditional style home with 2.06 acres. 4BR/4.5 baths with large kitchen with ...	4 beds \| 5 baths \| 3,650 sq.ft.	$699,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.23% Traditional cash on cash: 3.99% Airbnb Rental Income: $1372 Traditional Rental Income: $3702 Airbnb ROI: -0.23% Traditional ROI: 3.99%
4086 Big Island Road Rutherfordton, NC Immerse yourself in this perfect blend of comfort and countryside. Enter the gate and mean...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,620 sq.ft.	$625,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.94% Traditional cash on cash: 1.18% Airbnb Rental Income: $968 Traditional Rental Income: $1854 Airbnb ROI: -0.94% Traditional ROI: 1.18%
1597 Cleghorn Mill Road Rutherfordton, NC Situated on 6+ acres this 3 bed/2 bath home is a perfect retreat for a homeowner or contin...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,760 sq.ft.	$350,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.12% Traditional cash on cash: 4.07% Airbnb Rental Income: $968 Traditional Rental Income: $1914 Airbnb ROI: 0.12% Traditional ROI: 4.07%
1953 Big Island Road Rutherfordton, NC Check Out This Charming & Cozy Stone Cottage built in the 1940's... But with all of the mo...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,200 sq.ft.	$289,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.16% Traditional cash on cash: 3.7% Airbnb Rental Income: $708 Traditional Rental Income: $1451 Airbnb ROI: -0.16% Traditional ROI: 3.7%
456 Hickory Loop Rutherfordton, NC Experience modern living in an elegant contemporary home in The Estates of Greenhill, a pr...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| N/A	$660,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.99% Traditional cash on cash: 1.94% Airbnb Rental Income: $968 Traditional Rental Income: $2426 Airbnb ROI: -0.99% Traditional ROI: 1.94%
926 Cross Creek Drive Rutherfordton, NC Nestled on 2.78 acres of natural beauty; sits this quiet, spacious, custom log cabin . A r...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,293 sq.ft.	$484,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.76% Traditional cash on cash: 2.71% Airbnb Rental Income: $968 Traditional Rental Income: $2189 Airbnb ROI: -0.76% Traditional ROI: 2.71%
137 Clements Road Rutherfordton, NC Price Improvement! Now offered at a new, more competitive price. With a little vision and ...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,066 sq.ft.	$187,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.3% Traditional cash on cash: 6.1% Airbnb Rental Income: $708 Traditional Rental Income: $1432 Airbnb ROI: 0.3% Traditional ROI: 6.1%
381 N Cleghorn Street Rutherfordton, NC Charming, affordable two-bedroom bungalow near downtown Rutherfordton! The home has LED li...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 840 sq.ft.	$109,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.12% Traditional cash on cash: 9.87% Airbnb Rental Income: $708 Traditional Rental Income: $1332 Airbnb ROI: 1.12% Traditional ROI: 9.87%
141 Marys Lane Rutherfordton, NC "Live your Best Life Here" Beautiful cathedral ceiling welcomes you inside where you will ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,329 sq.ft.	$348,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.22% Traditional cash on cash: 4.95% Airbnb Rental Income: $968 Traditional Rental Income: $2307 Airbnb ROI: -0.22% Traditional ROI: 4.95%
1044 Elliott Road Rutherfordton, NC Looking for your own piece of serene countryside? Welcome to 2052 square foot home which ...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,052 sq.ft.	$215,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.56% Traditional cash on cash: 8.76% Airbnb Rental Income: $1372 Traditional Rental Income: $2217 Airbnb ROI: 2.56% Traditional ROI: 8.76%
170 Hodge Street Rutherfordton, NC CHARMING RANCH HOME WITH FULL FINISHED BASEMENT - IDEAL FOR EXTENDED FAMILY OR MULTI GENER...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,214 sq.ft.	$315,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.07% Traditional cash on cash: 6.55% Airbnb Rental Income: $1372 Traditional Rental Income: $2579 Airbnb ROI: 1.07% Traditional ROI: 6.55%
358 N Cleghorn Street Rutherfordton, NC Sitting just a few city blocks from Main Street Rutherforton and Kiwanis Park I give you 3...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 871 sq.ft.	$149,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.32% Traditional cash on cash: 7.26% Airbnb Rental Income: $708 Traditional Rental Income: $1397 Airbnb ROI: 0.32% Traditional ROI: 7.26%
2311 Poors Ford Road Rutherfordton, NC 50 Acres of paradise, with 14 acres cleared+maintained, and beautiful hill-top farmhouse! ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,407 sq.ft.	$785,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.58% Traditional cash on cash: 1.64% Airbnb Rental Income: $968 Traditional Rental Income: $2235 Airbnb ROI: -0.58% Traditional ROI: 1.64%
200 River Landing Rutherfordton, NC RIVERFRONT 2 bedroom, 3 bath home just 5 minutes from beautiful Lake Lure, NC. Situated on...	2 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,688 sq.ft.	$405,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.56% Traditional cash on cash: 4.27% Airbnb Rental Income: $708 Traditional Rental Income: $2237 Airbnb ROI: -0.56% Traditional ROI: 4.27%
308 Frog Hollow Road Rutherfordton, NC Privacy! Acreage! Horse Barn! In-Ground Pool! No City Taxes! Welcome to your own private o...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,789 sq.ft.	$459,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.1% Traditional cash on cash: 3.32% Airbnb Rental Income: $968 Traditional Rental Income: $2090 Airbnb ROI: -0.1% Traditional ROI: 3.32%
949 Cove Road Rutherfordton, NC Perched on the corner lot with endless potential, this solid Rutherfordton home is ready f...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,066 sq.ft.	$199,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.22% Traditional cash on cash: 5.32% Airbnb Rental Income: $968 Traditional Rental Income: $1393 Airbnb ROI: 1.22% Traditional ROI: 5.32%
1121 Cove Road Rutherfordton, NC Welcome to this beautifully updated and totally remodeled (just like brand new) modern far...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,443 sq.ft.	$595,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.24% Traditional cash on cash: 3.18% Airbnb Rental Income: $1372 Traditional Rental Income: $2592 Airbnb ROI: 0.24% Traditional ROI: 3.18%
161 Westbrook Drive Rutherfordton, NC Excellent location, not in Town limits, but has public water and sewer. The soaring ceilin...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,779 sq.ft.	$275,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.19% Traditional cash on cash: 5.56% Airbnb Rental Income: $968 Traditional Rental Income: $2010 Airbnb ROI: 0.19% Traditional ROI: 5.56%
152 Northview Dorsey Street Rutherfordton, NC Welcome to this inviting 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offering comfort, potential, and room to g...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,008 sq.ft.	$172,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.45% Traditional cash on cash: 5.56% Airbnb Rental Income: $968 Traditional Rental Income: $1290 Airbnb ROI: 1.45% Traditional ROI: 5.56%
5460 US 64 Highway Rutherfordton, NC PERFECT AIRBNB or your dream cabin! 5 miles to Lake Lure & Chimney Rock beyond and 12 mile...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,163 sq.ft.	$328,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.28% Traditional cash on cash: 3.31% Airbnb Rental Income: $968 Traditional Rental Income: $1554 Airbnb ROI: 0.28% Traditional ROI: 3.31%
825 Maple Creek Road Rutherfordton, NC Metal Building with Great work area ,one Bedroom and one bath living area. Nice property, ...	1 beds \| N/A baths \| N/A	$148,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.16% Traditional cash on cash: 9.64% Airbnb Rental Income: $914 Traditional Rental Income: $1632 Airbnb ROI: 2.16% Traditional ROI: 9.64%

Real Estate investment in Rutherfordton, NC

There are 60 properties for sale in the city of Rutherfordton . The median list price in Rutherfordton is $328,000 and the average price per square foot is $168. In March 2026, the average monthly cash on cash return in Rutherfordton is 4.00%. The average monthly rental income in Rutherfordton is $1,748.

Rutherfordton, NC Real Estate Investing: FAQs for Buyers, Sellers and Investors

There are 60 investment properties available for sale in Rutherfordton.

In 2026, the best neighborhood to buy investment property is Rutherfordton.

The ROI for Short-Term is higher than the Long-Term in Rutherfordton with average rental income of $968.

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Investment Property for Sale in Rutherfordton, NC

143 Rosewood Lane

Rutherfordton, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 2,988 sq.ft.

$544,900

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.32%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.68%

Airbnb Rental Income: $968

Traditional Rental Income: $2149

Airbnb ROI: -0.32%

Traditional ROI: 2.68%

391 Chisholm Trail

Rutherfordton, NC

3 beds | 3 baths | 2,565 sq.ft.

$560,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.87%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.35%

Airbnb Rental Income: $968

Traditional Rental Income: $2301

Airbnb ROI: -0.87%

Traditional ROI: 2.35%

1047 US 64/74A Highway

Rutherfordton, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,659 sq.ft.

$339,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.5%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.55%

Airbnb Rental Income: $968

Traditional Rental Income: $1912

Airbnb ROI: 0.5%

Traditional ROI: 4.55%

246 Tryon Road

Rutherfordton, NC

2 beds | 1 baths | 1,007 sq.ft.

$225,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.27%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.09%

Airbnb Rental Income: $708

Traditional Rental Income: $1215

Airbnb ROI: 0.27%

Traditional ROI: 4.09%

265 Phillip Henderson Road

Rutherfordton, NC

4 beds | 4 baths | 4,357 sq.ft.

$3,400,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -1.56%

Traditional cash on cash: -0.88%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1372

Traditional Rental Income: $3110

Airbnb ROI: -1.56%

Traditional ROI: -0.88%

570 Lambs Grill Road

Rutherfordton, NC

4 beds | 5 baths | 3,826 sq.ft.

$1,100,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.99%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.05%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1372

Traditional Rental Income: $4070

Airbnb ROI: -0.99%

Traditional ROI: 2.05%

171 N Mitchell Street

Rutherfordton, NC

4 beds | 3 baths | 2,226 sq.ft.

$257,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 2.04%

Traditional cash on cash: 7.27%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1372

Traditional Rental Income: $2222

Airbnb ROI: 2.04%

Traditional ROI: 7.27%

379 Moss Drive

Rutherfordton, NC

3 beds | 4 baths | 2,595 sq.ft.

$449,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.22%

Traditional cash on cash: 1.89%

Airbnb Rental Income: $968

Traditional Rental Income: $1504

Airbnb ROI: -0.22%