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
2102 Virginia Ellen Court Stanley, NC 2102 Virginia Ellen Court perfectly blends country living with a warm, small-town feel, of...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,957 sq.ft.	$1,020,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.81% Traditional cash on cash: -1.62% Airbnb Rental Income: $5950 Traditional Rental Income: $2470 Airbnb ROI: 0.81% Traditional ROI: -1.62%
310 S Main Street Stanley, NC Seller to offer $500 interior painting allowance at closing. Prime location, walkability, ...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,352 sq.ft.	$274,999	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.17% Traditional cash on cash: 3.99% Airbnb Rental Income: $855 Traditional Rental Income: $1601 Airbnb ROI: -0.17% Traditional ROI: 3.99%
879 Pinkney Place Stanley, NC Come see this well maintained brick ranch located in the Gates. This home features stainle...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,019 sq.ft.	$459,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.93% Traditional cash on cash: 2% Airbnb Rental Income: $855 Traditional Rental Income: $1786 Airbnb ROI: -0.93% Traditional ROI: 2%
7508 Turkey Trot Dr Stanley, NC COME SEE THIS BEAUTIFUL MOVE-IN READY CUL-DE-SAC RANCH HOME NEAR LAKE NORMAN! It features ...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,554 sq.ft.	$529,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.5% Traditional cash on cash: 2.14% Airbnb Rental Income: $5950 Traditional Rental Income: $2115 Airbnb ROI: 7.5% Traditional ROI: 2.14%
240 Vermont Drive Stanley, NC Welcome home to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence, ideally located j...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,156 sq.ft.	$260,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.08% Traditional cash on cash: 4.82% Airbnb Rental Income: $855 Traditional Rental Income: $1725 Airbnb ROI: -0.08% Traditional ROI: 4.82%
522 Cowans Villa Road Stanley, NC Stunning townhome featuring a rare and highly desirable PRIVATE ELEVATOR! This beautifully...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,115 sq.ft.	$450,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.2% Traditional cash on cash: 1.79% Airbnb Rental Income: $855 Traditional Rental Income: $1786 Airbnb ROI: -1.2% Traditional ROI: 1.79%
112 Abernathy Rd Stanley, NC Buy this foreclosure deal the right way. Jump on this HOT deal. Based on the data provided...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,560 sq.ft.	$204,999	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.78% Traditional cash on cash: 5.84% Airbnb Rental Income: $855 Traditional Rental Income: $1507 Airbnb ROI: 0.78% Traditional ROI: 5.84%
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.	$325,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.14% Traditional cash on cash: 4.28% Airbnb Rental Income: $855 Traditional Rental Income: $1874 Airbnb ROI: -0.14% Traditional ROI: 4.28%
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: 1.57% Traditional cash on cash: 4.2% Airbnb Rental Income: $1431 Traditional Rental Income: $1708 Airbnb ROI: 1.57% Traditional ROI: 4.2%
535 Cowans Villa Rd #6 Stanley, NC New end unit townhome under construction. Choices for interior finishes can be made until ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,200 sq.ft.	$440,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.19% Traditional cash on cash: 2.94% Airbnb Rental Income: $855 Traditional Rental Income: $2224 Airbnb ROI: -1.19% Traditional ROI: 2.94%
502 Coffeetree Lane Stanley, NC Discover this inviting 2-story home with 3-beds, 2.5-baths perfectly situated in a quiet S...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,978 sq.ft.	$370,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.59% Traditional cash on cash: 4.26% Airbnb Rental Income: $855 Traditional Rental Income: $2209 Airbnb ROI: -0.59% Traditional ROI: 4.26%
105 Wingate Dr Stanley, NC Invest with success and buy through Auction.com. This foreclosure investment property is a...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,662 sq.ft.	$330,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.45% Traditional cash on cash: 2.96% Airbnb Rental Income: $855 Traditional Rental Income: $1581 Airbnb ROI: -0.45% Traditional ROI: 2.96%
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.	$550,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.27% Traditional cash on cash: 2.99% Airbnb Rental Income: $5950 Traditional Rental Income: $2574 Airbnb ROI: 7.27% Traditional ROI: 2.99%
500 3rd St Stanley, NC Charming updated bungalow near Main Street in Stanley! This home features 3 bedrooms, 2 fu...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 987 sq.ft.	$225,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.7% Traditional cash on cash: 5.57% Airbnb Rental Income: $855 Traditional Rental Income: $1561 Airbnb ROI: 0.7% Traditional ROI: 5.57%
1594 High Ridge Dr Stanley, NC HUGE PRICE IMPROVEMENT & LENDER INCENTIVES!!! Welcome home to your beautiful Denver-area, ...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,266 sq.ft.	$625,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.66% Traditional cash on cash: 3.86% Airbnb Rental Income: $5950 Traditional Rental Income: $3136 Airbnb ROI: 6.66% Traditional ROI: 3.86%
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.	$214,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.66% Traditional cash on cash: 5.67% Airbnb Rental Income: $1431 Traditional Rental Income: $1615 Airbnb ROI: 2.66% Traditional ROI: 5.67%
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: 1.27% Traditional cash on cash: 8.94% Airbnb Rental Income: $855 Traditional Rental Income: $1724 Airbnb ROI: 1.27% Traditional ROI: 8.94%
505 Summer Creek Dr Stanley, NC Builder will contribute $10k towards closing cost / points !!! Brand new, two-story constr...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,795 sq.ft.	$345,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.51% Traditional cash on cash: 4.23% Airbnb Rental Income: $855 Traditional Rental Income: $2058 Airbnb ROI: -0.51% Traditional ROI: 4.23%
7275 Woodcock Trl Stanley, NC You will love the setting of this property! 3/4 of an acre with lovely yard and immaculat...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,137 sq.ft.	$525,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.96% Traditional cash on cash: 2.03% Airbnb Rental Income: $855 Traditional Rental Income: $1989 Airbnb ROI: -0.96% Traditional ROI: 2.03%
316 Durham Road Stanley, NC Welcome to this charming home in a quiet, established area that offers incredible accessib...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,741 sq.ft.	$365,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.71% Traditional cash on cash: 3.12% Airbnb Rental Income: $855 Traditional Rental Income: $1838 Airbnb ROI: -0.71% Traditional ROI: 3.12%
205 Redding Road Stanley, NC A TOTAL remodel from Foundation to Roof, 3BR-3 Full BA Nearly 1900sqft with 2nd living qua...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,887 sq.ft.	$417,400	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.24% Traditional cash on cash: 3.71% Airbnb Rental Income: $855 Traditional Rental Income: $2065 Airbnb ROI: -0.24% Traditional ROI: 3.71%
1335 Blacksnake Rd Stanley, NC Rural tranquility while being close to the vibrant downtowns of Stanley, Lincolnton and De...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,726 sq.ft.	$545,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.99% Traditional cash on cash: 3.23% Airbnb Rental Income: $855 Traditional Rental Income: $2674 Airbnb ROI: -0.99% Traditional ROI: 3.23%
231 Stockwood Drive Stanley, NC Welcome home to this large private property tucked away in Stanley at 231 Stockwood Drive!...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,398 sq.ft.	$290,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.26% Traditional cash on cash: 6.46% Airbnb Rental Income: $855 Traditional Rental Income: $2357 Airbnb ROI: -0.26% Traditional ROI: 6.46%
5149 Tommy Lane unit: 1102 #1102 Stanley, NC * Two Story-Open plan with a gourmet kitchen. The oversized island is an entertainer's dre...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,578 sq.ft.	$279,990	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.09% Traditional cash on cash: 4.72% Airbnb Rental Income: $855 Traditional Rental Income: $2058 Airbnb ROI: -1.09% Traditional ROI: 4.72%
3222 Bozeman Court Stanley, NC Brand new community close to Lake Norman! This 2-story Wilmington plan has 4 bedrooms and ...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,565 sq.ft.	$502,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.93% Traditional cash on cash: 3.56% Airbnb Rental Income: $5950 Traditional Rental Income: $2719 Airbnb ROI: 7.93% Traditional ROI: 3.56%
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: -0.1% Traditional cash on cash: 3.93% Airbnb Rental Income: $855 Traditional Rental Income: $2034 Airbnb ROI: -0.1% Traditional ROI: 3.93%
720 4th Street Stanley, NC Welcome to 720 Fourth Street, a stunning single-family home in the charming town of Stanle...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,292 sq.ft.	$315,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.49% Traditional cash on cash: 3.61% Airbnb Rental Income: $855 Traditional Rental Income: $1740 Airbnb ROI: -0.49% Traditional ROI: 3.61%
201 Valley Street Stanley, NC LISTED BELOW APPRAISAL VALUE - A fantastic opportunity you don't want to miss! This stunni...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,181 sq.ft.	$245,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.48% Traditional cash on cash: 5.34% Airbnb Rental Income: $1431 Traditional Rental Income: $1665 Airbnb ROI: 2.48% Traditional ROI: 5.34%
412 Ridge Street Stanley, NC Charming full-brick cottage in the heart of Stanley! This beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 863 sq.ft.	$225,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.97% Traditional cash on cash: 4.07% Airbnb Rental Income: $1431 Traditional Rental Income: $1239 Airbnb ROI: 2.97% Traditional ROI: 4.07%
1991 Paddlewheel Dr Stanley, NC Discover the ease and comfort of ranch-style living in this beautifully built new construc...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,542 sq.ft.	$343,800	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.85% Traditional cash on cash: 3.46% Airbnb Rental Income: $855 Traditional Rental Income: $1914 Airbnb ROI: -0.85% Traditional ROI: 3.46%
123 General Pemberton St Stanley, NC UPDATE: HIGHEST AND BEST BY SUNDAY 7/20/25 9PM Charming 3BR/2BA ranch on a quiet street in...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,775 sq.ft.	$344,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.5% Traditional cash on cash: 3.98% Airbnb Rental Income: $855 Traditional Rental Income: $1975 Airbnb ROI: -0.5% Traditional ROI: 3.98%
1230 Carrington Drive Stanley, NC Brand new community close to Lake Norman! This 3-story Cypress plan has 5 bedrooms & 4 bat...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,860 sq.ft.	$555,500	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 3.43% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2825 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 3.43%
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.	$397,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.68% Traditional cash on cash: 2.88% Airbnb Rental Income: $855 Traditional Rental Income: $1849 Airbnb ROI: -0.68% Traditional ROI: 2.88%
5136 Tommy Lane unit: 1205 #1205 Stanley, NC OWNER'S SUITE ON MAIN LEVEL! MOVE IN SEPTEMBER! Introducing our newest plan, The Cypress! ...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,693 sq.ft.	$309,140	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.35% Traditional cash on cash: 5.14% Airbnb Rental Income: $855 Traditional Rental Income: $2120 Airbnb ROI: -0.35% Traditional ROI: 5.14%
308 Taylor Drive Stanley, NC NEW ROOF!!! Seller is motivated to sell and with a little TLC this charming ranch has the ...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,058 sq.ft.	$217,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.35% Traditional cash on cash: 4.84% Airbnb Rental Income: $855 Traditional Rental Income: $1448 Airbnb ROI: 0.35% Traditional ROI: 4.84%
5138 Tommy Lane unit: 1204 #1204 Stanley, NC READY NOW!! 4.99% 30yr Fixed ** Total Seller Contribution Package up to $20,000 with Prefe...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,578 sq.ft.	$284,990	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.1% Traditional cash on cash: 4.69% Airbnb Rental Income: $855 Traditional Rental Income: $2079 Airbnb ROI: -1.1% Traditional ROI: 4.69%
6555 Mcintosh Road Stanley, NC Investment opportunity in the growing city of Stanley! Currently tenant occupied and incom...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,100 sq.ft.	$350,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.41% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2369 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.41%
1989 Paddlewheel Dr Stanley, NC Welcome to your brand-new dream home in beautiful Stanley, NC! This stunning Meritage home...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,858 sq.ft.	$370,430	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.26% Traditional cash on cash: 4.5% Airbnb Rental Income: $855 Traditional Rental Income: $2178 Airbnb ROI: -0.26% Traditional ROI: 4.5%
7919 Glen Abbey Circle Stanley, NC Address is Stanley, but home is in the heart of DenverDiscover unparalleled luxury and...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,446 sq.ft.	$829,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.45% Traditional cash on cash: 2.33% Airbnb Rental Income: $5950 Traditional Rental Income: $3134 Airbnb ROI: 4.45% Traditional ROI: 2.33%
7809 Oak Haven Lane Stanley, NC Welcome to 7809 Oak Haven Lane, a beautifully appointed home in the sought-after Treetops ...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| 4,145 sq.ft.	$969,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 1.99% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3287 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 1.99%

Real Estate investment in Stanley, NC

There are 83 properties for sale in the city of Stanley . The median list price in Stanley is $341,850 and the average price per square foot is $186. In January 2026, the average monthly cash on cash return in Stanley is 3.00%. The average monthly rental income in Stanley is $1,786.

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

There are 83 investment properties available for sale in Stanley.

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

The ROI for Short-Term is higher than the Long-Term in Stanley with average rental income of $855.

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Investment Property for Sale in Stanley, NC

2102 Virginia Ellen Court

Stanley, NC

4 beds | 2 baths | 2,957 sq.ft.

$1,020,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.81%

Traditional cash on cash: -1.62%

Airbnb Rental Income: $5950

Traditional Rental Income: $2470

Airbnb ROI: 0.81%

Traditional ROI: -1.62%

310 S Main Street

Stanley, NC

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

$274,999

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.17%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.99%

Airbnb Rental Income: $855

Traditional Rental Income: $1601

Airbnb ROI: -0.17%

Traditional ROI: 3.99%

879 Pinkney Place

Stanley, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 2,019 sq.ft.

$459,900

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.93%

Traditional cash on cash: 2%

Airbnb Rental Income: $855

Traditional Rental Income: $1786

Airbnb ROI: -0.93%

Traditional ROI: 2%

7508 Turkey Trot Dr

Stanley, NC

4 beds | 2 baths | 2,554 sq.ft.

$529,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 7.5%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.14%

Airbnb Rental Income: $5950

Traditional Rental Income: $2115

Airbnb ROI: 7.5%

Traditional ROI: 2.14%

240 Vermont Drive

Stanley, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,156 sq.ft.

$260,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.08%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.82%

Airbnb Rental Income: $855

Traditional Rental Income: $1725

Airbnb ROI: -0.08%

Traditional ROI: 4.82%

522 Cowans Villa Road

Stanley, NC

3 beds | 3 baths | 2,115 sq.ft.

$450,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -1.2%

Traditional cash on cash: 1.79%

Airbnb Rental Income: $855

Traditional Rental Income: $1786

Airbnb ROI: -1.2%

Traditional ROI: 1.79%

112 Abernathy Rd

Stanley, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,560 sq.ft.

$204,999

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.78%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.84%

Airbnb Rental Income: $855

Traditional Rental Income: $1507

Airbnb ROI: 0.78%

Traditional ROI: 5.84%

102 Wingate Drive

Stanley, NC

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

$325,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.14%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.28%

Airbnb Rental Income: $855

Traditional Rental Income: $1874

Airbnb ROI: -0.14%