Real Estate Investment Properties for Sale in Columbus, NC

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Investment Property for Sale in Columbus, NC

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PROPERTY	DETAILS	SALE PRICE	INVESTMENT PERFORMANCE
221 Dublin Lane Columbus, NC Just 5 years old, this 3BR/2BA home in Shamrock Forest feels like new! The open living, di...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,527 sq.ft.	$430,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.37% Traditional cash on cash: 3.06% Airbnb Rental Income: $583 Traditional Rental Income: $2081 Airbnb ROI: -1.37% Traditional ROI: 3.06%
3205 Collinsville Road Columbus, NC WINTERBROOK FARM is a gorgeous, private equestrian property in the heart of horse country,...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,150 sq.ft.	$699,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.26% Traditional cash on cash: 0.9% Airbnb Rental Income: $785 Traditional Rental Income: $1875 Airbnb ROI: -1.26% Traditional ROI: 0.9%
19 Lynnbrook Way Columbus, NC Call The Clayton Group at Real Broker for more information on this stunning home - 864-895...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| N/A	$434,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1% Traditional cash on cash: 4.15% Airbnb Rental Income: $583 Traditional Rental Income: $2391 Airbnb ROI: -1% Traditional ROI: 4.15%
334 Case Street Columbus, NC Move-in ready in desirable charming neighborhood in Columbus is this 3BR/3BA ranch in just...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,520 sq.ft.	$435,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.33% Traditional cash on cash: 3.91% Airbnb Rental Income: $583 Traditional Rental Income: $2435 Airbnb ROI: -1.33% Traditional ROI: 3.91%
54 Holland Drive Columbus, NC This stunning cabin combines the charm of vintage logs with newer additions. The House was...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,282 sq.ft.	$450,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.55% Traditional cash on cash: 2.08% Airbnb Rental Income: $785 Traditional Rental Income: $1573 Airbnb ROI: -0.55% Traditional ROI: 2.08%
620 Smith Waldrop Road Columbus, NC Back on the market for no fault of seller or property - buyer changed their mind. Hobby Fa...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,844 sq.ft.	$525,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.99% Traditional cash on cash: 1.55% Airbnb Rental Income: $583 Traditional Rental Income: $1542 Airbnb ROI: -0.99% Traditional ROI: 1.55%
611 Peniel Road Columbus, NC Convenient, Completely Updated and New! 4BdRm/2bth Beauty Under $450K! Style, space, & sma...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,908 sq.ft.	$444,888	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.2% Traditional cash on cash: 3.07% Airbnb Rental Income: $1155 Traditional Rental Income: $2136 Airbnb ROI: -0.2% Traditional ROI: 3.07%
650 McDowell Road Columbus, NC Your Private Log Home Retreat Awaits! Tucked away at the end of a private drive, this stun...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,702 sq.ft.	$849,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.09% Traditional cash on cash: 1.09% Airbnb Rental Income: $583 Traditional Rental Income: $2024 Airbnb ROI: -1.09% Traditional ROI: 1.09%
650 Golf Course Road Columbus, NC Step inside one of North Carolina's most spectacular luxury equestrian estates! This breat...	4 beds \| 6 baths \| 4,917 sq.ft.	$4,995,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.14% Traditional cash on cash: 0% Airbnb Rental Income: $1155 Traditional Rental Income: $6096 Airbnb ROI: -1.14% Traditional ROI: 0%
663 Landrum Road Columbus, NC NO DRIVE-BYS! This home sits on 5 level to gently sloping acres in a desirable area of Pol...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,438 sq.ft.	$450,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.35% Traditional cash on cash: 2.06% Airbnb Rental Income: $583 Traditional Rental Income: $1732 Airbnb ROI: -1.35% Traditional ROI: 2.06%
36 Skylane Court Columbus, NC Custom home by local builder on 1.5 acres in Columbus/Greene Creek area! Enchanted Homes' ...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,664 sq.ft.	$749,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.54% Traditional cash on cash: 1.72% Airbnb Rental Income: $583 Traditional Rental Income: $2577 Airbnb ROI: -1.54% Traditional ROI: 1.72%
144 Beechwood Drive Columbus, NC Enjoy a cozy life in the center of everything, just minutes from Tryon and Columbus, yet b...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,508 sq.ft.	$395,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.28% Traditional cash on cash: 2.88% Airbnb Rental Income: $583 Traditional Rental Income: $1840 Airbnb ROI: -1.28% Traditional ROI: 2.88%
3605 Skyuka Mountain Road Columbus, NC WOW! Long range views from this original 'Caretakers Cottage' to the original Camp Skyuka,...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,266 sq.ft.	$324,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.05% Traditional cash on cash: 3.84% Airbnb Rental Income: $785 Traditional Rental Income: $1652 Airbnb ROI: -0.05% Traditional ROI: 3.84%
280 Walker Street Columbus, NC Located in Downtown Columbus, this mid-century gem has lots of charm & character! This On...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,800 sq.ft.	$299,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.89% Traditional cash on cash: 5.59% Airbnb Rental Income: $583 Traditional Rental Income: $2120 Airbnb ROI: -0.89% Traditional ROI: 5.59%
396 S Peak Street Columbus, NC Cozy 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home With Great Potential in Columbus, NC Discover an excellent opp...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,440 sq.ft.	$249,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.73% Traditional cash on cash: 3.85% Airbnb Rental Income: $583 Traditional Rental Income: $1374 Airbnb ROI: -0.73% Traditional ROI: 3.85%
1020 Blanton Street Columbus, NC Conveniently located close to town, this one-level living 3BR/2BA home on nearly an acre c...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,868 sq.ft.	$349,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.21% Traditional cash on cash: 4.29% Airbnb Rental Income: $583 Traditional Rental Income: $2104 Airbnb ROI: -1.21% Traditional ROI: 4.29%
228 Wildwood Lane Columbus, NC Call The Clayton Group with Real Broker, LLC for more information on this amazing buy - 86...	3 beds \| 5 baths \| N/A	$575,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.08% Traditional cash on cash: 3.2% Airbnb Rental Income: $583 Traditional Rental Income: $2596 Airbnb ROI: -1.08% Traditional ROI: 3.2%
Lot 20 Mapleton Ln Columbus, NC Lot 20 Mapleton Ln, Columbus, NC 28722 \| Other	N/A beds \| N/A baths \| N/A	$215,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.4% Traditional cash on cash: 2% Airbnb Rental Income: $673 Traditional Rental Income: $1064 Airbnb ROI: -1.4% Traditional ROI: 2%
6505 S Hwy 9 Hwy Columbus, NC 6505 S Hwy 9 Hwy, Columbus, NC 28722 \| Other	N/A beds \| N/A baths \| N/A	$935,550	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.51% Traditional cash on cash: -0.72% Airbnb Rental Income: $673 Traditional Rental Income: $1064 Airbnb ROI: -1.51% Traditional ROI: -0.72%
Lot 18 Mapleton Ln #18 Columbus, NC Lot 18 Mapleton Ln #18, Columbus, NC 28722 \| Other	N/A beds \| N/A baths \| N/A	$210,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.39% Traditional cash on cash: 2.09% Airbnb Rental Income: $673 Traditional Rental Income: $1064 Airbnb ROI: -1.39% Traditional ROI: 2.09%
92 Rodaeo Drive Columbus, NC Welcome to this lovingly cared for traditional brick home, perfectly situated on nearly 4 ...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,382 sq.ft.	$725,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.07% Traditional cash on cash: 4.54% Airbnb Rental Income: $583 Traditional Rental Income: $4089 Airbnb ROI: -1.07% Traditional ROI: 4.54%

Real Estate investment in Columbus, NC

There are 25 properties for sale in the city of Columbus . The median list price in Columbus is $310,000 and the average price per square foot is $195. In January 2026, the average monthly cash on cash return in Columbus is 3.00%. The average monthly rental income in Columbus is $1,759.

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

There are 25 investment properties available for sale in Columbus.

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

The ROI for Long-Term is higher than the Short-Term in Columbus with average rental income of $1,759.

Your search for investment property begins and ends here

Investment Property for Sale in Columbus, NC

221 Dublin Lane

Columbus, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,527 sq.ft.

$430,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -1.37%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.06%

Airbnb Rental Income: $583

Traditional Rental Income: $2081

Airbnb ROI: -1.37%

Traditional ROI: 3.06%

3205 Collinsville Road

Columbus, NC

2 beds | 2 baths | 1,150 sq.ft.

$699,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -1.26%

Traditional cash on cash: 0.9%

Airbnb Rental Income: $785

Traditional Rental Income: $1875

Airbnb ROI: -1.26%

Traditional ROI: 0.9%

19 Lynnbrook Way

Columbus, NC

3 beds | 3 baths | N/A

$434,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -1%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.15%

Airbnb Rental Income: $583

Traditional Rental Income: $2391

Airbnb ROI: -1%

Traditional ROI: 4.15%

334 Case Street

Columbus, NC

3 beds | 3 baths | 2,520 sq.ft.

$435,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -1.33%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.91%

Airbnb Rental Income: $583

Traditional Rental Income: $2435

Airbnb ROI: -1.33%

Traditional ROI: 3.91%

54 Holland Drive

Columbus, NC

2 beds | 2 baths | 1,282 sq.ft.

$450,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.55%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.08%

Airbnb Rental Income: $785

Traditional Rental Income: $1573

Airbnb ROI: -0.55%

Traditional ROI: 2.08%

620 Smith Waldrop Road

Columbus, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,844 sq.ft.

$525,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.99%

Traditional cash on cash: 1.55%

Airbnb Rental Income: $583

Traditional Rental Income: $1542

Airbnb ROI: -0.99%

Traditional ROI: 1.55%

611 Peniel Road

Columbus, NC

4 beds | 2 baths | 1,908 sq.ft.

$444,888

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.2%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.07%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1155

Traditional Rental Income: $2136

Airbnb ROI: -0.2%

Traditional ROI: 3.07%

650 McDowell Road

Columbus, NC

3 beds | 3 baths | 3,702 sq.ft.

$849,900

Airbnb cash on cash: -1.09%

Traditional cash on cash: 1.09%

Airbnb Rental Income: $583

Traditional Rental Income: $2024

Airbnb ROI: -1.09%