Real Estate Investment Properties for Sale in Stanley, NC

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Investment Property for Sale in Stanley, NC

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PROPERTY	DETAILS	SALE PRICE	INVESTMENT PERFORMANCE
310 S Main Street Stanley, NC Prime location, walkability, and opportunity give this Main Street home endless potential....	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,352 sq.ft.	$269,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.16% Traditional cash on cash: 4.09% Airbnb Rental Income: $850 Traditional Rental Income: $1601 Airbnb ROI: -0.16% Traditional ROI: 4.09%
102 Wingate Drive Stanley, NC Welcome home to this amazing, well-maintained 3-beds, 1.5-baths move-in-ready Traditional ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,716 sq.ft.	$320,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.14% Traditional cash on cash: 4.37% Airbnb Rental Income: $850 Traditional Rental Income: $1874 Airbnb ROI: -0.14% Traditional ROI: 4.37%
515 Upper Spencer Mountain Road Stanley, NC Great location for this brick and vinyl RANCH home that is less than 4 miles to Stanley sh...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,461 sq.ft.	$285,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.78% Traditional cash on cash: 4.2% Airbnb Rental Income: $1177 Traditional Rental Income: $1708 Airbnb ROI: 0.78% Traditional ROI: 4.2%
851 Brookdale Lane Stanley, NC Welcome to this beautiful two story home in the highly sought after Gates at Waterside com...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,335 sq.ft.	$560,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.1% Traditional cash on cash: 2.03% Airbnb Rental Income: $5950 Traditional Rental Income: $2115 Airbnb ROI: 7.1% Traditional ROI: 2.03%
7663 Woodcrest Drive Stanley, NC This beautiful maintained home is situated in the desirable Gates Community. From the mome...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,809 sq.ft.	$520,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.79% Traditional cash on cash: 3.27% Airbnb Rental Income: $5950 Traditional Rental Income: $2574 Airbnb ROI: 7.79% Traditional ROI: 3.27%
1049 Ramsey Street Stanley, NC If privacy is what you seek, this is the home for you! Nestled in a quiet neighborhood and...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,296 sq.ft.	$215,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.6% Traditional cash on cash: 5.64% Airbnb Rental Income: $1177 Traditional Rental Income: $1615 Airbnb ROI: 1.6% Traditional ROI: 5.64%
529 JONES ST Stanley, NC Invest with success and buy through Auction.com. This bank-owned investment property is a ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,517 sq.ft.	$164,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.25% Traditional cash on cash: 8.94% Airbnb Rental Income: $850 Traditional Rental Income: $1724 Airbnb ROI: 1.25% Traditional ROI: 8.94%
116 Brooks Drive Stanley, NC This stunning home perfectly combines modern style with warm, natural touches throughout. ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,929 sq.ft.	$349,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.53% Traditional cash on cash: 3.83% Airbnb Rental Income: $850 Traditional Rental Income: $1948 Airbnb ROI: -0.53% Traditional ROI: 3.83%
307 W Park Drive Stanley, NC Completely refreshed with major system and interior upgrades, this move-in ready home offe...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,709 sq.ft.	$345,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.09% Traditional cash on cash: 3.36% Airbnb Rental Income: $850 Traditional Rental Income: $1638 Airbnb ROI: -0.09% Traditional ROI: 3.36%
207 Hovis Road Stanley, NC Move-in ready!! Heat pump 2025, HVAC is 2024, new duct work, new stove, 3 year old roof an...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,741 sq.ft.	$315,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.4% Traditional cash on cash: 3.5% Airbnb Rental Income: $850 Traditional Rental Income: $1673 Airbnb ROI: -0.4% Traditional ROI: 3.5%
205 Redding Road Stanley, NC Stunning total remodel from foundation to roof! This nearly 1,900 sq ft home offers 3 bedr...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,887 sq.ft.	$389,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.19% Traditional cash on cash: 4.03% Airbnb Rental Income: $850 Traditional Rental Income: $2065 Airbnb ROI: -0.19% Traditional ROI: 4.03%
963 Brookdale Lane Stanley, NC MOTIVATED SELLER!! This well-maintained home offers plenty of room to spread out. With a b...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,092 sq.ft.	$569,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 2.92% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2670 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 2.92%
5023 Dogwood Lane Stanley, NC Doublewide on acreage in Stanley, NC, with road frontage along Mauney Road and a corner lo...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,800 sq.ft.	$399,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.11% Traditional cash on cash: 3.93% Airbnb Rental Income: $850 Traditional Rental Income: $2034 Airbnb ROI: -0.11% Traditional ROI: 3.93%
7967 Glen Abbey Circle Stanley, NC Discover "The Abbey" at Cowans Ford Golf, Tennis & Pickleball Club-an impressive, one-owne...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 4,864 sq.ft.	$969,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.31% Traditional cash on cash: 1.7% Airbnb Rental Income: $5950 Traditional Rental Income: $3317 Airbnb ROI: 3.31% Traditional ROI: 1.7%
144 Walking Horse Run Stanley, NC Step into this beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath brick home, perfectly situated on...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,388 sq.ft.	$393,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.69% Traditional cash on cash: 2.92% Airbnb Rental Income: $850 Traditional Rental Income: $1849 Airbnb ROI: -0.69% Traditional ROI: 2.92%
5138 Tommy Lane unit: 1204 Stanley, NC This Quick Move-in home includes up to $15,000 in Closing Costs with a Preferred Lender an...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,578 sq.ft.	$279,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.11% Traditional cash on cash: 4.81% Airbnb Rental Income: $850 Traditional Rental Income: $2079 Airbnb ROI: -1.11% Traditional ROI: 4.81%
5732 Daybrook Court Stanley, NC Investors and DIY enthusiasts take note! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on a beautiful, ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,080 sq.ft.	$167,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.02% Traditional cash on cash: 7.65% Airbnb Rental Income: $850 Traditional Rental Income: $1575 Airbnb ROI: 1.02% Traditional ROI: 7.65%
1330 Blacksnake Road Stanley, NC Stunning Custom-Built Estate on 2.182 Acres in Stanley, NC Welcome to this exceptional cus...	5 beds \| 5 baths \| 4,705 sq.ft.	$1,199,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 2.45% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $4727 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 2.45%
101 Sherry Drive Stanley, NC Looking for a new home that's AWAY but not too far from town? Look no further. Come at you...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,280 sq.ft.	$335,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.48% Traditional cash on cash: 4.7% Airbnb Rental Income: $850 Traditional Rental Income: $2150 Airbnb ROI: -0.48% Traditional ROI: 4.7%
2438 Carol Drive Stanley, NC This home has everything you need - including enough closets to hide your online shopping ...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,320 sq.ft.	$159,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.77% Traditional cash on cash: 8.83% Airbnb Rental Income: $1177 Traditional Rental Income: $1712 Airbnb ROI: 2.77% Traditional ROI: 8.83%
1268 Carrington Drive Stanley, NC New community close to Lake Norman! This Colfax plan offers 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a rear ...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,313 sq.ft.	$654,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.67% Traditional cash on cash: 2.33% Airbnb Rental Income: $5950 Traditional Rental Income: $2731 Airbnb ROI: 5.67% Traditional ROI: 2.33%
1259 Carrington Drive Stanley, NC Brand new community close to Lake Norman! This beautiful, 1.5-story Avery plan offers 3 be...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,568 sq.ft.	$549,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.18% Traditional cash on cash: 2.31% Airbnb Rental Income: $850 Traditional Rental Income: $2317 Airbnb ROI: -1.18% Traditional ROI: 2.31%
7411 Gate Key Court Stanley, NC Fantastic opportunity in this desirable THE GATES neighborhood!! This Two Story located in...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,400 sq.ft.	$520,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.79% Traditional cash on cash: 2.4% Airbnb Rental Income: $5950 Traditional Rental Income: $2149 Airbnb ROI: 7.79% Traditional ROI: 2.4%
117 Rollins Street Stanley, NC * Ask About How To Get A Free Appraisal When You Purchase This Property*. Buy this home wi...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,430 sq.ft.	$309,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.4% Traditional cash on cash: 4.98% Airbnb Rental Income: $850 Traditional Rental Income: $1849 Airbnb ROI: 0.4% Traditional ROI: 4.98%
7778 Burning Ridge Drive Stanley, NC Welcome to 7778 Burning Ridge Dr - now offered at a NEW PRICE (PLUS a 1% lender credit ava...	5 beds \| 5 baths \| 4,151 sq.ft.	$899,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 1.36% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2816 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 1.36%
7125 Sedgebrook Drive W Stanley, NC Now offered at $479,900, this one-owner ranch on a premium .47-acre corner lot in The Gate...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,165 sq.ft.	$479,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -1% Traditional cash on cash: 2% Airbnb Rental Income: $850 Traditional Rental Income: $1866 Airbnb ROI: -1% Traditional ROI: 2%
107 W Poplar Street Stanley, NC NEW CONSTRUCTION home! All work was permitted with the county and the Town of Stanley! NEW...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,318 sq.ft.	$325,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.44% Traditional cash on cash: 2.72% Airbnb Rental Income: $850 Traditional Rental Income: $1484 Airbnb ROI: -0.44% Traditional ROI: 2.72%
1606 High Ridge Drive Stanley, NC PRICE IMPROVEMENT!! Remarkable opportunity to own a spacious 2-story home with a fully fin...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,123 sq.ft.	$599,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.51% Traditional cash on cash: 2.09% Airbnb Rental Income: $5950 Traditional Rental Income: $2293 Airbnb ROI: 6.51% Traditional ROI: 2.09%
15420 Lucia Riverbend Highway Stanley, NC Exceptional development and investment opportunity on 1.84 acres across two separate parce...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,692 sq.ft.	$500,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 3.04% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2371 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 3.04%
7700 Sedgebrook Drive E Stanley, NC Welcome to this beautiful ranch-style brick faced home offering the perfect blend of comfo...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,627 sq.ft.	$510,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.97% Traditional cash on cash: 2.3% Airbnb Rental Income: $5950 Traditional Rental Income: $2063 Airbnb ROI: 7.97% Traditional ROI: 2.3%
5132 Tommy Lane unit: 1001 Stanley, NC This quick move-in home includes up to $15,000 in closing costs with a preferred lender an...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,726 sq.ft.	$294,990	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.14% Traditional cash on cash: 3.74% Airbnb Rental Income: $850 Traditional Rental Income: $1874 Airbnb ROI: -1.14% Traditional ROI: 3.74%
991 Brookdale Lane unit: 432 Stanley, NC Fantastic ranch plan with 3 -CAR GARAGE and so many upgrades and extras! These original ow...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,390 sq.ft.	$550,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.12% Traditional cash on cash: 1.82% Airbnb Rental Income: $850 Traditional Rental Income: $2032 Airbnb ROI: -1.12% Traditional ROI: 1.82%

Real Estate investment in Stanley, NC

There are 44 properties for sale in the city of Stanley . The median list price in Stanley is $393,000 and the average price per square foot is $184. In March 2026, the average monthly cash on cash return in Stanley is 3.00%. The average monthly rental income in Stanley is $1,975.

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

There are 44 investment properties available for sale in Stanley.

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

The ROI for Long-Term is higher than the Short-Term in Stanley with average rental income of $1,975.

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Investment Property for Sale in Stanley, NC

310 S Main Street

Stanley, NC

3 beds | 1 baths | 1,352 sq.ft.

$269,900

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.16%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.09%

Airbnb Rental Income: $850

Traditional Rental Income: $1601

Airbnb ROI: -0.16%

Traditional ROI: 4.09%

102 Wingate Drive

Stanley, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,716 sq.ft.

$320,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.14%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.37%

Airbnb Rental Income: $850

Traditional Rental Income: $1874

Airbnb ROI: -0.14%

Traditional ROI: 4.37%

515 Upper Spencer Mountain Road

Stanley, NC

2 beds | 2 baths | 1,461 sq.ft.

$285,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.78%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.2%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1177

Traditional Rental Income: $1708

Airbnb ROI: 0.78%

Traditional ROI: 4.2%

851 Brookdale Lane

Stanley, NC

4 beds | 3 baths | 3,335 sq.ft.

$560,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 7.1%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.03%

Airbnb Rental Income: $5950

Traditional Rental Income: $2115

Airbnb ROI: 7.1%

Traditional ROI: 2.03%

7663 Woodcrest Drive

Stanley, NC

4 beds | 3 baths | 2,809 sq.ft.

$520,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 7.79%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.27%

Airbnb Rental Income: $5950

Traditional Rental Income: $2574

Airbnb ROI: 7.79%

Traditional ROI: 3.27%

1049 Ramsey Street

Stanley, NC

2 beds | 2 baths | 1,296 sq.ft.

$215,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.6%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.64%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1177

Traditional Rental Income: $1615

Airbnb ROI: 1.6%

Traditional ROI: 5.64%

529 JONES ST

Stanley, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,517 sq.ft.

$164,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.25%

Traditional cash on cash: 8.94%

Airbnb Rental Income: $850

Traditional Rental Income: $1724

Airbnb ROI: 1.25%

Traditional ROI: 8.94%

116 Brooks Drive

Stanley, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,929 sq.ft.

$349,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.53%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.83%

Airbnb Rental Income: $850

Traditional Rental Income: $1948

Airbnb ROI: -0.53%