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
1142 Clearwater Parkway Rutherfordton, NC Turnkey 2-Bedroom, 2-Bath Cabin with Loft in Gated Community - 1.5 Acres This charming 2-b...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,299 sq.ft.	$347,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.43% Traditional cash on cash: 3.77% Airbnb Rental Income: $703 Traditional Rental Income: $1766 Airbnb ROI: -0.43% Traditional ROI: 3.77%
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.	$535,500	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.2% Traditional cash on cash: 4.07% Airbnb Rental Income: $1036 Traditional Rental Income: $2813 Airbnb ROI: -0.2% Traditional ROI: 4.07%
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.	$549,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.74% Traditional cash on cash: 2.37% Airbnb Rental Income: $1036 Traditional Rental Income: $2271 Airbnb ROI: -0.74% Traditional ROI: 2.37%
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: 0.68% Traditional cash on cash: 4.57% Airbnb Rental Income: $1036 Traditional Rental Income: $1919 Airbnb ROI: 0.68% Traditional ROI: 4.57%
189 Ridgeview Drive Rutherfordton, NC Stunning brick home on large corner lot with inground pool, pavilion and main level living...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,714 sq.ft.	$525,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.65% Traditional cash on cash: 3.67% Airbnb Rental Income: $1036 Traditional Rental Income: $2794 Airbnb ROI: -0.65% Traditional ROI: 3.67%
167 Balfour Drive Rutherfordton, NC NEW PRICE - $10,000 PRICE REDUCTION!!!! PRIVACY AND MOUNTAIN VIEWS ON THIS PROPERTY TUCKED...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,553 sq.ft.	$539,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.21% Traditional cash on cash: 3.53% Airbnb Rental Income: $1036 Traditional Rental Income: $2562 Airbnb ROI: -0.21% Traditional ROI: 3.53%
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: -1.53% Traditional cash on cash: -0.94% Airbnb Rental Income: $1487 Traditional Rental Income: $2925 Airbnb ROI: -1.53% Traditional ROI: -0.94%
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.	$995,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.8% Traditional cash on cash: 4.04% Airbnb Rental Income: $1487 Traditional Rental Income: $5529 Airbnb ROI: -0.8% Traditional ROI: 4.04%
158 Shady Woods Lane Rutherfordton, NC Situated on 1.42 acres, this well-maintained home offers over 2,000 square feet of living ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,067 sq.ft.	$359,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.13% Traditional cash on cash: 5.12% Airbnb Rental Income: $1036 Traditional Rental Income: $2355 Airbnb ROI: 0.13% Traditional ROI: 5.12%
1972 River Crest Parkway Rutherfordton, NC Tucked inside a gated community in Polk County, this 2 bed, 2 bath log cabin sits on two p...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,180 sq.ft.	$365,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.64% Traditional cash on cash: 2.77% Airbnb Rental Income: $703 Traditional Rental Income: $1565 Airbnb ROI: -0.64% Traditional ROI: 2.77%
275 Tanner Street Rutherfordton, NC Welcome to 275 Tanner Street in Rutherfordton - a beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 3-bath...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,631 sq.ft.	$335,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.01% Traditional cash on cash: 4.45% Airbnb Rental Income: $1036 Traditional Rental Income: $2071 Airbnb ROI: 0.01% Traditional ROI: 4.45%
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: -0.09% Traditional cash on cash: 4.08% Airbnb Rental Income: $1036 Traditional Rental Income: $2427 Airbnb ROI: -0.09% Traditional ROI: 4.08%
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: -0.63% Traditional cash on cash: 1.64% Airbnb Rental Income: $1487 Traditional Rental Income: $2745 Airbnb ROI: -0.63% Traditional ROI: 1.64%
326 Tanner Street Rutherfordton, NC Welcome to your slice of small town charm in the heart of Rutherfordton, NC, where comfort...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,270 sq.ft.	$275,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.41% Traditional cash on cash: 3.27% Airbnb Rental Income: $1036 Traditional Rental Income: $1417 Airbnb ROI: 0.41% Traditional ROI: 3.27%
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.	$664,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.04% Traditional cash on cash: 3.95% Airbnb Rental Income: $1487 Traditional Rental Income: $3522 Airbnb ROI: -0.04% Traditional ROI: 3.95%
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.	$599,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.79% Traditional cash on cash: 1.49% Airbnb Rental Income: $1036 Traditional Rental Income: $1953 Airbnb ROI: -0.79% Traditional ROI: 1.49%
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: 0.3% Traditional cash on cash: 4.52% Airbnb Rental Income: $1036 Traditional Rental Income: $2061 Airbnb ROI: 0.3% Traditional ROI: 4.52%
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: -0.17% Traditional cash on cash: 4.19% Airbnb Rental Income: $703 Traditional Rental Income: $1585 Airbnb ROI: -0.17% Traditional ROI: 4.19%
456 Hickory Loop Rutherfordton, NC Experience modern elegance and refined living in The Estates of Greenhill, a private gated...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| N/A	$720,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.98% Traditional cash on cash: 0.88% Airbnb Rental Income: $1036 Traditional Rental Income: $1922 Airbnb ROI: -0.98% Traditional ROI: 0.88%
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: -0.63% Traditional cash on cash: 2.73% Airbnb Rental Income: $1036 Traditional Rental Income: $2198 Airbnb ROI: -0.63% Traditional ROI: 2.73%
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: 0.28% Traditional cash on cash: 7.32% Airbnb Rental Income: $703 Traditional Rental Income: $1650 Airbnb ROI: 0.28% Traditional ROI: 7.32%
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: -0.05% Traditional cash on cash: 5.24% Airbnb Rental Income: $1036 Traditional Rental Income: $2401 Airbnb ROI: -0.05% Traditional ROI: 5.24%
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: 1.4% Traditional cash on cash: 6.83% Airbnb Rental Income: $1487 Traditional Rental Income: $2660 Airbnb ROI: 1.4% Traditional ROI: 6.83%
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: 0.29% Traditional cash on cash: 8.94% Airbnb Rental Income: $703 Traditional Rental Income: $1638 Airbnb ROI: 0.29% Traditional ROI: 8.94%
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: -0.5% Traditional cash on cash: 2.22% Airbnb Rental Income: $1036 Traditional Rental Income: $2662 Airbnb ROI: -0.5% Traditional ROI: 2.22%
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: -0.58% Traditional cash on cash: 3.58% Airbnb Rental Income: $703 Traditional Rental Income: $1975 Airbnb ROI: -0.58% Traditional ROI: 3.58%
308 Frog Hollow Road Rutherfordton, NC This beautiful property is back on the market - ZERO fault of the seller - the buyers term...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,789 sq.ft.	$459,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.03% Traditional cash on cash: 5.17% Airbnb Rental Income: $1036 Traditional Rental Income: $2882 Airbnb ROI: 0.03% Traditional ROI: 5.17%
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: 0.41% Traditional cash on cash: 3.27% Airbnb Rental Income: $1487 Traditional Rental Income: $2637 Airbnb ROI: 0.41% Traditional ROI: 3.27%
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: 0.41% Traditional cash on cash: 5.34% Airbnb Rental Income: $1036 Traditional Rental Income: $1954 Airbnb ROI: 0.41% Traditional ROI: 5.34%
274 Quail Hill Drive Rutherfordton, NC Brand-New Contemporary Ranch with Gourmet Kitchen. Step into luxury with this 2025-built m...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,700 sq.ft.	$348,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.73% Traditional cash on cash: 5.49% Airbnb Rental Income: $1036 Traditional Rental Income: $2231 Airbnb ROI: 0.73% Traditional ROI: 5.49%
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: 0.46% Traditional cash on cash: 3.81% Airbnb Rental Income: $1036 Traditional Rental Income: $1707 Airbnb ROI: 0.46% Traditional ROI: 3.81%
825 Maple Creek Road Rutherfordton, NC Metal Building with Great work area ,one Bedroom and one bath living area. Nice property, ...	1 beds \| 1 baths \| N/A	$148,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.37% Traditional cash on cash: 7.52% Airbnb Rental Income: $779 Traditional Rental Income: $1332 Airbnb ROI: 1.37% Traditional ROI: 7.52%
134 Moriah Drive Rutherfordton, NC Imagine watching the sun come up over the mountains every morning from inside your Livingr...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,906 sq.ft.	$489,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.65% Traditional cash on cash: 3.46% Airbnb Rental Income: $1036 Traditional Rental Income: $2554 Airbnb ROI: -0.65% Traditional ROI: 3.46%

Real Estate investment in Rutherfordton, NC

There are 67 properties for sale in the city of Rutherfordton . The median list price in Rutherfordton is $347,000 and the average price per square foot is $178. In April 2026, the average monthly cash on cash return in Rutherfordton is 4.00%. The average monthly rental income in Rutherfordton is $1,954.

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

There are 67 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 $1,036.

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Investment Property for Sale in Rutherfordton, NC

1142 Clearwater Parkway

Rutherfordton, NC

2 beds | 2 baths | 1,299 sq.ft.

$347,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.43%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.77%

Airbnb Rental Income: $703

Traditional Rental Income: $1766

Airbnb ROI: -0.43%

Traditional ROI: 3.77%

143 Rosewood Lane

Rutherfordton, NC

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

$535,500

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.2%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.07%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1036

Traditional Rental Income: $2813

Airbnb ROI: -0.2%

Traditional ROI: 4.07%

391 Chisholm Trail

Rutherfordton, NC

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

$549,900

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.74%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.37%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1036

Traditional Rental Income: $2271

Airbnb ROI: -0.74%

Traditional ROI: 2.37%

1047 US 64/74A Highway

Rutherfordton, NC

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

$339,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.68%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.57%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1036

Traditional Rental Income: $1919

Airbnb ROI: 0.68%

Traditional ROI: 4.57%

189 Ridgeview Drive

Rutherfordton, NC

3 beds | 3 baths | 2,714 sq.ft.

$525,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.65%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.67%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1036

Traditional Rental Income: $2794

Airbnb ROI: -0.65%

Traditional ROI: 3.67%

167 Balfour Drive

Rutherfordton, NC

3 beds | 3 baths | 2,553 sq.ft.

$539,900

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.21%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.53%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1036

Traditional Rental Income: $2562

Airbnb ROI: -0.21%

Traditional ROI: 3.53%

265 Phillip Henderson Road

Rutherfordton, NC

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

$3,400,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -1.53%

Traditional cash on cash: -0.94%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1487

Traditional Rental Income: $2925

Airbnb ROI: -1.53%

Traditional ROI: -0.94%

570 Lambs Grill Road

Rutherfordton, NC

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

$995,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.8%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.04%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1487

Traditional Rental Income: $5529

Airbnb ROI: -0.8%