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
55 Diamond Ridge Lane Columbus, NC This secluded condominium in beautiful Columbus, NC offers a peaceful, wooded setting at t...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,781 sq.ft.	$349,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.14% Traditional cash on cash: 5.83% Airbnb Rental Income: $2762 Traditional Rental Income: $2992 Airbnb ROI: 3.14% Traditional ROI: 5.83%
57 Diamond Ridge Lane Columbus, NC Tucked between Tryon and Columbus, 57 Diamond Ridge Lane offers the perfect blend of priva...	2 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,497 sq.ft.	$323,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.88% Traditional cash on cash: 2.67% Airbnb Rental Income: $2157 Traditional Rental Income: $1849 Airbnb ROI: 1.88% Traditional ROI: 2.67%
1146 Landrum Road Columbus, NC Two story, 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath, 3399 square foot home built in 1998 on 4.79 acres in a c...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,399 sq.ft.	$625,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.28% Traditional cash on cash: 2.93% Airbnb Rental Income: $3511 Traditional Rental Income: $2533 Airbnb ROI: 3.28% Traditional ROI: 2.93%
950 Blanton Street Columbus, NC One of the lowest $/sqft homes in the Columbus radius! Well-maintained 3BR (+bonus = 4), 2...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,388 sq.ft.	$449,876	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.44% Traditional cash on cash: 4.52% Airbnb Rental Income: $3511 Traditional Rental Income: $2768 Airbnb ROI: 4.44% Traditional ROI: 4.52%
881 Peniel Road Columbus, NC Come see this completely updated, sprawling home in the heart of Polk County. All new floo...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,163 sq.ft.	$549,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.7% Traditional cash on cash: 3.61% Airbnb Rental Income: $2762 Traditional Rental Income: $2580 Airbnb ROI: 2.7% Traditional ROI: 3.61%
1220 Skyuka Mountain Road Columbus, NC Nestled in the NC mountains, this beautiful architect designed & custom built cabin sits o...	1 beds \| 1 baths \| 815 sq.ft.	$425,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.14% Traditional cash on cash: 1.33% Airbnb Rental Income: $1567 Traditional Rental Income: $1195 Airbnb ROI: 1.14% Traditional ROI: 1.33%
140 Vera Lane Columbus, NC Experience a beautiful setting perfect for a MINI FARM, with a meticulously maintained hom...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,278 sq.ft.	$410,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.43% Traditional cash on cash: 3.77% Airbnb Rental Income: $3511 Traditional Rental Income: $2100 Airbnb ROI: 5.43% Traditional ROI: 3.77%
2409 Golf Course Road Columbus, NC Come see this stunningly beautiful property that has everything--fenced horse pasture (wit...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,334 sq.ft.	$799,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.27% Traditional cash on cash: 2.28% Airbnb Rental Income: $3511 Traditional Rental Income: $2746 Airbnb ROI: 2.27% Traditional ROI: 2.28%
492 Mountain View Drive Columbus, NC Morgan Chapel Village offers a peaceful, wooded retreat just minutes from Columbus, NC. Ne...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,255 sq.ft.	$570,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.88% Traditional cash on cash: 2.19% Airbnb Rental Income: $2762 Traditional Rental Income: $2277 Airbnb ROI: 1.88% Traditional ROI: 2.19%
835 Jackson Grove Road Columbus, NC Welcome to the Bessie Jackson House, an extraordinary and historically registered equestri...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| N/A	$3,750,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.61% Traditional cash on cash: -0.31% Airbnb Rental Income: $2762 Traditional Rental Income: $3159 Airbnb ROI: -0.61% Traditional ROI: -0.31%
620 Smith Waldrop Road Columbus, NC Hobby Farm in Polk County, NC! Charming 1950's Farm House with Guest Cabin on serene 10 ac...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,844 sq.ft.	$550,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.54% Traditional cash on cash: 1.43% Airbnb Rental Income: $2762 Traditional Rental Income: $1542 Airbnb ROI: 2.54% Traditional ROI: 1.43%
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.	$449,725	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.45% Traditional cash on cash: 3.02% Airbnb Rental Income: $3511 Traditional Rental Income: $2136 Airbnb ROI: 4.45% Traditional ROI: 3.02%
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: -0.72% Traditional cash on cash: 0% Airbnb Rental Income: $3511 Traditional Rental Income: $6096 Airbnb ROI: -0.72% Traditional ROI: 0%
1506 Lynn Road Columbus, NC One-of-a-kind chalet-style home in Columbus NC originally built as artist's studio expande...	1 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,897 sq.ft.	$435,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.29% Traditional cash on cash: 3.12% Airbnb Rental Income: $1567 Traditional Rental Income: $1860 Airbnb ROI: 1.29% Traditional ROI: 3.12%
163 Woodland Drive Columbus, NC Welcome to 163 Woodland Dr., a lovely one-level home nestled in the serene landscape of Co...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,368 sq.ft.	$249,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.76% Traditional cash on cash: 5.15% Airbnb Rental Income: $2762 Traditional Rental Income: $1736 Airbnb ROI: 6.76% Traditional ROI: 5.15%
663 Landrum Road Columbus, NC Wow! Don't miss this piece of paradise! Located amongst much more expensive properties in ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,438 sq.ft.	$475,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.71% Traditional cash on cash: 1.85% Airbnb Rental Income: $2762 Traditional Rental Income: $1732 Airbnb ROI: 2.71% Traditional ROI: 1.85%
460 Dublin Lane Columbus, NC Call The Clayton Group with Real Broker for more information at 864-895-8977! Tucked away...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| N/A	$550,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.6% Traditional cash on cash: 2.36% Airbnb Rental Income: $2762 Traditional Rental Income: $1993 Airbnb ROI: 2.6% Traditional ROI: 2.36%
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: 1.06% Traditional cash on cash: 1.72% Airbnb Rental Income: $2762 Traditional Rental Income: $2577 Airbnb ROI: 1.06% Traditional ROI: 1.72%
266 Case Street Columbus, NC This well-maintained home is sited on a spacious lot, enhanced by cascading rock garden & ...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,956 sq.ft.	$469,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.95% Traditional cash on cash: 2.84% Airbnb Rental Income: $2157 Traditional Rental Income: $1999 Airbnb ROI: 1.95% Traditional ROI: 2.84%
226 John Smith Road Columbus, NC This desirable professional/amateur horse facility w/ deeded CETA trails is located in the...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,894 sq.ft.	$1,975,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.13% Traditional cash on cash: 0.07% Airbnb Rental Income: $2762 Traditional Rental Income: $2477 Airbnb ROI: -0.13% Traditional ROI: 0.07%
430 Hague Drive Columbus, NC Discover your serene retreat in Columbus! This brand-new construction offers modern comfor...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,354 sq.ft.	$364,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.81% Traditional cash on cash: 3.87% Airbnb Rental Income: $2762 Traditional Rental Income: $1792 Airbnb ROI: 4.81% Traditional ROI: 3.87%
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.	$409,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.44% Traditional cash on cash: 2.72% Airbnb Rental Income: $2762 Traditional Rental Income: $1840 Airbnb ROI: 3.44% Traditional ROI: 2.72%
1320 Little Mountain Road Columbus, NC Welcome to your country-living dream home at 1320 Little Mountain Rd! This 3 bed, 3 full b...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,400 sq.ft.	$439,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.07% Traditional cash on cash: 2.31% Airbnb Rental Income: $2762 Traditional Rental Income: $1800 Airbnb ROI: 3.07% Traditional ROI: 2.31%
1995 Hemlock Trail Columbus, NC Welcome to 1995 Hemlock Trail â a private mountain retreat just 20 minutes from Tryon In...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,954 sq.ft.	$699,999	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.61% Traditional cash on cash: 2.55% Airbnb Rental Income: $3511 Traditional Rental Income: $2698 Airbnb ROI: 2.61% Traditional ROI: 2.55%
1970 Chesnee Road Columbus, NC Exceptional Luxury Home on 32.55-Acre Turn-Key Equestrian Estate â No Restrictions! Wel...	5 beds \| 6 baths \| N/A	$3,500,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: -0.05% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $5882 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: -0.05%
872 Hayes Road Columbus, NC Discover the charm of this sweet, move-in-ready home in Columbus, SC, set on over an acre ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,482 sq.ft.	$390,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.69% Traditional cash on cash: 3.06% Airbnb Rental Income: $2762 Traditional Rental Income: $1884 Airbnb ROI: 3.69% Traditional ROI: 3.06%
102 Uncle Coss Pond Road Columbus, NC On the coveted CETA Trail System, Wellspring Farm spans 13.46 gently rolling, fenced acres...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 4,591 sq.ft.	$2,250,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.37% Traditional cash on cash: -0.04% Airbnb Rental Income: $2762 Traditional Rental Income: $2807 Airbnb ROI: -0.37% Traditional ROI: -0.04%

Real Estate investment in Columbus, NC

There are 28 properties for sale in the city of Columbus . The median list price in Columbus is $469,000 and the average price per square foot is $205. In September 2025, the average monthly cash on cash return in Columbus is 3.00%. The average monthly rental income in Columbus is $2,100.

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

There are 28 investment properties available for sale in Columbus.

In 2025, the best neighborhood to buy investment property is Columbus.

The ROI for Short-Term is higher than the Long-Term in Columbus with average rental income of $2,762.

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Investment Property for Sale in Columbus, NC

55 Diamond Ridge Lane

Columbus, NC

3 beds | 4 baths | 2,781 sq.ft.

$349,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 3.14%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.83%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2762

Traditional Rental Income: $2992

Airbnb ROI: 3.14%

Traditional ROI: 5.83%

57 Diamond Ridge Lane

Columbus, NC

2 beds | 3 baths | 1,497 sq.ft.

$323,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.88%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.67%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2157

Traditional Rental Income: $1849

Airbnb ROI: 1.88%

Traditional ROI: 2.67%

1146 Landrum Road

Columbus, NC

4 beds | 3 baths | 3,399 sq.ft.

$625,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 3.28%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.93%

Airbnb Rental Income: $3511

Traditional Rental Income: $2533

Airbnb ROI: 3.28%

Traditional ROI: 2.93%

950 Blanton Street

Columbus, NC

4 beds | 4 baths | 2,388 sq.ft.

$449,876

Airbnb cash on cash: 4.44%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.52%

Airbnb Rental Income: $3511

Traditional Rental Income: $2768

Airbnb ROI: 4.44%

Traditional ROI: 4.52%

881 Peniel Road

Columbus, NC

3 beds | 3 baths | 3,163 sq.ft.

$549,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 2.7%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.61%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2762

Traditional Rental Income: $2580

Airbnb ROI: 2.7%

Traditional ROI: 3.61%

1220 Skyuka Mountain Road

Columbus, NC

1 beds | 1 baths | 815 sq.ft.

$425,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.14%

Traditional cash on cash: 1.33%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1567

Traditional Rental Income: $1195

Airbnb ROI: 1.14%

Traditional ROI: 1.33%

140 Vera Lane

Columbus, NC

4 beds | 2 baths | 2,278 sq.ft.

$410,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 5.43%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.77%

Airbnb Rental Income: $3511

Traditional Rental Income: $2100

Airbnb ROI: 5.43%

Traditional ROI: 3.77%

2409 Golf Course Road

Columbus, NC

4 beds | 4 baths | 3,334 sq.ft.

$799,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 2.27%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.28%

Airbnb Rental Income: $3511

Traditional Rental Income: $2746

Airbnb ROI: 2.27%