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
300 Springhill Drive Rutherfordton, NC Welcome to a one-of-a-kind sanctuary, where timeless elegance meets modern convenience. Se...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 4,175 sq.ft.	$1,699,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.38% Traditional cash on cash: -0.19% Airbnb Rental Income: $1202 Traditional Rental Income: $2695 Airbnb ROI: -1.38% Traditional ROI: -0.19%
130 Kankel Drive Rutherfordton, NC Looking for a peaceful home close to downtown without the city taxes? Charming move-in rea...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,380 sq.ft.	$269,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.47% Traditional cash on cash: 5.2% Airbnb Rental Income: $1202 Traditional Rental Income: $1757 Airbnb ROI: 1.47% Traditional ROI: 5.2%
256 Honey Wagon Drive Rutherfordton, NC MOTIVATED SELLER! PRIVACY? VIEWS? NO RESTRICTIONS? Schedule your appointment today to view...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,760 sq.ft.	$498,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.4% Traditional cash on cash: 4.41% Airbnb Rental Income: $1202 Traditional Rental Income: $2685 Airbnb ROI: 0.4% Traditional ROI: 4.41%
167 Balfour Drive Rutherfordton, NC PRIVACY AND MOUNTAIN VIEWS ON THIS PROPERTY TUCKED AWAY AT THE END OF HIDDEN HILLS SUBDIVI...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,553 sq.ft.	$565,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.02% Traditional cash on cash: 3.23% Airbnb Rental Income: $1202 Traditional Rental Income: $2509 Airbnb ROI: 0.02% Traditional ROI: 3.23%
660 Scoggins Road Rutherfordton, NC HORSE & MINI FARM PROPERTY on 13+ Acres in rural setting. Welcome to a warm & inviting hom...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,947 sq.ft.	$699,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.73% Traditional cash on cash: 1.22% Airbnb Rental Income: $1202 Traditional Rental Income: $2084 Airbnb ROI: -0.73% Traditional ROI: 1.22%
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: -1.5% Traditional cash on cash: -0.88% Airbnb Rental Income: $1609 Traditional Rental Income: $3110 Airbnb ROI: -1.5% 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: -0.8% Traditional cash on cash: 2.05% Airbnb Rental Income: $1609 Traditional Rental Income: $4070 Airbnb ROI: -0.8% Traditional ROI: 2.05%
142 Riverside Drive Rutherfordton, NC Set on 14 private acres with direct, 400ft of private Green River frontage. This one-of-a-...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,343 sq.ft.	$715,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.2% Traditional cash on cash: 2.07% Airbnb Rental Income: $1202 Traditional Rental Income: $2321 Airbnb ROI: -0.2% Traditional ROI: 2.07%
557 Emerald Parkway Rutherfordton, NC Cozy log cabin with a 2-car detached garage at the tip of a quiet cul-de-sac, overlooking ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,517 sq.ft.	$449,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.28% Traditional cash on cash: 2.69% Airbnb Rental Income: $1202 Traditional Rental Income: $1827 Airbnb ROI: 0.28% Traditional ROI: 2.69%
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.	$267,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.71% Traditional cash on cash: 6.96% Airbnb Rental Income: $1609 Traditional Rental Income: $2222 Airbnb ROI: 2.71% Traditional ROI: 6.96%
4035 Big Island Road Rutherfordton, NC A HOME THAT IS BUILT TO WITHSTAND THE STORM AND PREPPERS PARADISE!!! House stood strong an...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| N/A	$299,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.14% Traditional cash on cash: 3.85% Airbnb Rental Income: $1427 Traditional Rental Income: $1482 Airbnb ROI: 2.14% Traditional ROI: 3.85%
150 Rabbit Moffitt Road Rutherfordton, NC Call The Clayton Group with Real Broker at 864-895-8977 for more information on this farm!...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| N/A	$850,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.93% Traditional cash on cash: 0.71% Airbnb Rental Income: $1202 Traditional Rental Income: $2106 Airbnb ROI: -0.93% Traditional ROI: 0.71%
548 N Washington Street Rutherfordton, NC Charming 3-Bedroom Home in Historic Rutherfordton - Minutes to Uptown! Welcome to this bea...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,785 sq.ft.	$369,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.66% Traditional cash on cash: 4.61% Airbnb Rental Income: $1202 Traditional Rental Income: $2181 Airbnb ROI: 0.66% Traditional ROI: 4.61%
221 Summerfield Lane Rutherfordton, NC Beautiful scenic getaway on +/-6 acres! This "cabin" offers winter mountain views, water f...	1 beds \| 1 baths \| 367 sq.ft.	$395,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.05% Traditional cash on cash: 2.36% Airbnb Rental Income: $1275 Traditional Rental Income: $1362 Airbnb ROI: 1.05% Traditional ROI: 2.36%
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: -0.5% Traditional cash on cash: 1.33% Airbnb Rental Income: $1609 Traditional Rental Income: $2516 Airbnb ROI: -0.5% Traditional ROI: 1.33%
165 Twin K Drive Rutherfordton, NC This stunning new home offers a seamless blend of style and function on a spacious .74-acr...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,183 sq.ft.	$459,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.19% Traditional cash on cash: 3.21% Airbnb Rental Income: $1202 Traditional Rental Income: $2278 Airbnb ROI: -0.19% Traditional ROI: 3.21%
636 Maple Creek Road Rutherfordton, NC New HVAC unit! Welcome to this spacious full-brick home nestled on 4.48 acres of cleared a...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,624 sq.ft.	$359,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.3% Traditional cash on cash: 2.16% Airbnb Rental Income: $1202 Traditional Rental Income: $1439 Airbnb ROI: 0.3% Traditional ROI: 2.16%
107 Grandview Drive Rutherfordton, NC Custom-built, one-owner 3BR/2BA home on 4.57 private, beautifully landscaped acres in Ruth...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,641 sq.ft.	$425,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.1% Traditional cash on cash: 2.28% Airbnb Rental Income: $1202 Traditional Rental Income: $1760 Airbnb ROI: -0.1% Traditional ROI: 2.28%
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: -0.6% Traditional cash on cash: 1.18% Airbnb Rental Income: $1202 Traditional Rental Income: $1854 Airbnb ROI: -0.6% Traditional ROI: 1.18%
4420 US 64/74A Highway Rutherfordton, NC NEWLY RENOVATED KITCHEN!! ALL NEW WINDOWS!! Come see this Unique, Beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 b...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,560 sq.ft.	$215,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.7% Traditional cash on cash: 6.21% Airbnb Rental Income: $1202 Traditional Rental Income: $1733 Airbnb ROI: 1.7% Traditional ROI: 6.21%
733 Plantation Drive Extension Rutherfordton, NC This stunning home overlooks the 17th green at Cleghorn Golf Course and boasts four bedroo...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,994 sq.ft.	$1,100,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.33% Traditional cash on cash: 1.06% Airbnb Rental Income: $1609 Traditional Rental Income: $2569 Airbnb ROI: -0.33% Traditional ROI: 1.06%
189 Jamesfield Drive Rutherfordton, NC Immaculate, one level, one owner, custom built in 2017. Located in a small thriving sub-di...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,138 sq.ft.	$536,500	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.18% Traditional cash on cash: 2.61% Airbnb Rental Income: $1202 Traditional Rental Income: $2214 Airbnb ROI: -0.18% Traditional ROI: 2.61%
150 Crescent Street Rutherfordton, NC SIMPLY GORGEOUS - Completely Updated Home in Desirable Western NC Location! Step inside th...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,789 sq.ft.	$388,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.14% Traditional cash on cash: 3.26% Airbnb Rental Income: $1202 Traditional Rental Income: $1950 Airbnb ROI: 0.14% Traditional ROI: 3.26%
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: 0.72% Traditional cash on cash: 4.07% Airbnb Rental Income: $1202 Traditional Rental Income: $1914 Airbnb ROI: 0.72% Traditional ROI: 4.07%
186 Tanner Street Rutherfordton, NC Charming 3BD/2BA ranch home blending mid-century character with modern comfort! Bright and...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,391 sq.ft.	$283,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.46% Traditional cash on cash: 4.95% Airbnb Rental Income: $1202 Traditional Rental Income: $1743 Airbnb ROI: 1.46% Traditional ROI: 4.95%
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.	$325,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.71% Traditional cash on cash: 3.19% Airbnb Rental Income: $1427 Traditional Rental Income: $1451 Airbnb ROI: 1.71% Traditional ROI: 3.19%
456 Hickory Loop Rutherfordton, NC Experience modern & scenic living in this elegant contemporary home nestled within The Est...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| N/A	$700,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.74% Traditional cash on cash: 1.73% Airbnb Rental Income: $1202 Traditional Rental Income: $2426 Airbnb ROI: -0.74% Traditional ROI: 1.73%
447 N Washington Street Rutherfordton, NC Are you searching for a home that blends timeless character with luxurious outdoor livingâ...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| N/A	$675,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.05% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3782 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.05%
374 W V Thompson Road Rutherfordton, NC Welcome to your country side retreat in Rutherfordton, NC! This beautifully updated 3-bedr...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,184 sq.ft.	$225,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.08% Traditional cash on cash: 5.84% Airbnb Rental Income: $1202 Traditional Rental Income: $1614 Airbnb ROI: 2.08% Traditional ROI: 5.84%
1002 CC Road Rutherfordton, NC Unique property w/ 3 BR main log cabin home, guest cabin, 38x60 metal arch storage bldg, s...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,967 sq.ft.	$1,177,700	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.87% Traditional cash on cash: 0.93% Airbnb Rental Income: $1609 Traditional Rental Income: $3117 Airbnb ROI: -0.87% Traditional ROI: 0.93%
163 Summit Lane Rutherfordton, NC Looking for a nice brick home with 5+ acres, large workshop in a quiet neighborhood with n...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,914 sq.ft.	$514,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.04% Traditional cash on cash: 2.71% Airbnb Rental Income: $1202 Traditional Rental Income: $2095 Airbnb ROI: 0.04% Traditional ROI: 2.71%
381 N Cleghorn Street Rutherfordton, NC Charming two-bedroom bungalow near downtown Rutherfordton! The home has LED lighting, viny...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 840 sq.ft.	$115,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.36% Traditional cash on cash: 9.33% Airbnb Rental Income: $1427 Traditional Rental Income: $1332 Airbnb ROI: 6.36% Traditional ROI: 9.33%
175 Pine Street Rutherfordton, NC Motivated Seller!! Looking for a home with character? Great floor plan that the original b...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,154 sq.ft.	$230,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.58% Traditional cash on cash: 4.77% Airbnb Rental Income: $1427 Traditional Rental Income: $1476 Airbnb ROI: 2.58% Traditional ROI: 4.77%
141 Marys Lane Rutherfordton, NC "Live your Best Life Here: Beautiful cathedral ceiling welcomes you inside where you will ...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,329 sq.ft.	$374,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.28% Traditional cash on cash: 4.53% Airbnb Rental Income: $1202 Traditional Rental Income: $2307 Airbnb ROI: 0.28% Traditional ROI: 4.53%
221 John C Logan Road Rutherfordton, NC TURN-KEY READY! FULLY REMODELED. BEAUTIFUL Interior. 4 LARGE BEDROOMS! Gorgeous GRANITE Ki...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,804 sq.ft.	$369,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.66% Traditional cash on cash: 4.41% Airbnb Rental Income: $1609 Traditional Rental Income: $2106 Airbnb ROI: 1.66% Traditional ROI: 4.41%
49 Meadowbrook Road Rutherfordton, NC You don't want to miss this one! It is a four bedroom two bath home in need of a few updat...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,934 sq.ft.	$325,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2% Traditional cash on cash: 5.72% Airbnb Rental Income: $1609 Traditional Rental Income: $2288 Airbnb ROI: 2% Traditional ROI: 5.72%
184 Crawford Hollow Rutherfordton, NC 7/15 PRICE IMPROVEMENT!! Looking for a fixer-upper on a beautiful lot brimming with potent...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| N/A	$105,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.64% Traditional cash on cash: 11.14% Airbnb Rental Income: $1202 Traditional Rental Income: $1372 Airbnb ROI: 5.64% Traditional ROI: 11.14%
188 Debby Lane Rutherfordton, NC GREAT LOCATION!!! Nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac just minutes from Forest City and Rutherfo...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,489 sq.ft.	$188,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.5% Traditional cash on cash: 8.13% Airbnb Rental Income: $1202 Traditional Rental Income: $1819 Airbnb ROI: 2.5% Traditional ROI: 8.13%
121 Cedar Lane Rutherfordton, NC Welcome to 121 Cedar Lane! This beautiful brick ranch has been extremely well maintained a...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,632 sq.ft.	$289,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.81% Traditional cash on cash: 4.43% Airbnb Rental Income: $1202 Traditional Rental Income: $1797 Airbnb ROI: 0.81% Traditional ROI: 4.43%
150 Navaho Trail Rutherfordton, NC PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Move-in ready lakefront home on Lake Brooks, a peaceful 13-acre lake in...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,404 sq.ft.	$230,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.39% Traditional cash on cash: 7.08% Airbnb Rental Income: $1202 Traditional Rental Income: $2052 Airbnb ROI: 1.39% Traditional ROI: 7.08%

Real Estate investment in Rutherfordton, NC

There are 64 properties for sale in the city of Rutherfordton . The median list price in Rutherfordton is $384,400 and the average price per square foot is $190. In December 2025, the average monthly cash on cash return in Rutherfordton is 4.00%. The average monthly rental income in Rutherfordton is $2,052.

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

There are 64 investment properties available for sale in Rutherfordton.

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

The ROI for Long-Term is higher than the Short-Term in Rutherfordton with average rental income of $2,052.

Your search for investment property begins and ends here

Investment Property for Sale in Rutherfordton, NC

300 Springhill Drive

Rutherfordton, NC

3 beds | 4 baths | 4,175 sq.ft.

$1,699,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -1.38%

Traditional cash on cash: -0.19%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1202

Traditional Rental Income: $2695

Airbnb ROI: -1.38%

Traditional ROI: -0.19%

130 Kankel Drive

Rutherfordton, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,380 sq.ft.

$269,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.47%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.2%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1202

Traditional Rental Income: $1757

Airbnb ROI: 1.47%

Traditional ROI: 5.2%

256 Honey Wagon Drive

Rutherfordton, NC

3 beds | 4 baths | 3,760 sq.ft.

$498,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.4%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.41%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1202

Traditional Rental Income: $2685

Airbnb ROI: 0.4%

Traditional ROI: 4.41%

167 Balfour Drive

Rutherfordton, NC

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

$565,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.02%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.23%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1202

Traditional Rental Income: $2509

Airbnb ROI: 0.02%

Traditional ROI: 3.23%

660 Scoggins Road

Rutherfordton, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,947 sq.ft.

$699,900

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.73%

Traditional cash on cash: 1.22%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1202

Traditional Rental Income: $2084

Airbnb ROI: -0.73%

Traditional ROI: 1.22%

265 Phillip Henderson Road

Rutherfordton, NC

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

$3,400,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -1.5%

Traditional cash on cash: -0.88%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1609

Traditional Rental Income: $3110

Airbnb ROI: -1.5%

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: -0.8%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.05%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1609

Traditional Rental Income: $4070

Airbnb ROI: -0.8%

Traditional ROI: 2.05%

142 Riverside Drive

Rutherfordton, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 2,343 sq.ft.

$715,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.2%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.07%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1202

Traditional Rental Income: $2321

Airbnb ROI: -0.2%