261 W 3rd St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
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OFF MARKET

$234,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,386 sqft (on 0.38 acres)

261 W 3rd St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Est. Refi. Payment $1,384/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold May 30, 2024 for $216,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$234K
Since last month
Increased$300 (+0.1%)
Since last year
Increased$15K (+6.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$18K (+8.4%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +343% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$234K
July 2026$234K
June 2026$236K
May 2026$236K
April 2026$237K
March 2026$232K
February 2026$224K
January 2026$227K
2025
2024
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
165 N Mitchell St, Rutherfordton, NC
0.06
Single-Family Home
$136,800
12/08/25
2
1
1,059
300/292 N Meridian St, Rutherfordton, NC
0.26
Single-Family Home
$150,000
06/01/26
4
2
1,458
284 Maple St, Rutherfordton, NC
0.41
Single-Family Home
$250,000
01/30/26
2
2
1,268
175 Pine St, Rutherfordton, NC
0.29
Single-Family Home
$222,500
03/30/26
2
1
1,168
138 N Meridian St, Rutherfordton, NC
0.06
Single-Family Home
$100,000
07/14/26
2
1
840
147 Carnegie Rd, Rutherfordton, NC
0.70
Single-Family Home
$290,000
07/16/26
3
2
1,471
246 Tryon Rd, Rutherfordton, NC
0.59
Single-Family Home
$218,000
05/04/26
2
1
1,007

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
251 W 3rd St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
0.02
$115,000
3
1
-
Recently Sold
171 N Mitchell St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
0.06
$248,900
4
3
2,226
Off Market
165 N Mitchell St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
0.06
$136,800
2
1
1,059
Recently Sold
138 N Meridian St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
0.06
$100,000
2
1
840
Recently Sold
174 N Mitchell St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
0.09
$375,000
3
2
1,327
For Sale
121 Carpenter Ln, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
0.12
$188,600
2
1.5
1,188
Off Market
156 Gabriel St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
0.19
$153,300
2
1
809
Off Market
192 W Court St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
0.16
$390,000
7
3
3,880
For Sale
114 S Mitchell St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
0.16
$225,000
2
2
1,380
For Sale
207 W Court St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
0.17
$267,000
3
2
1,686
Off Market
203 W Court St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
0.18
$210,000
2
1
1,283
For Sale

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 261 W 3rd St.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School2 High Schools
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1918
Lot Size
0.38 acres
Living Area
1,386 sqft
Price/Sqft
$169
Parking
Open Parking

About this House

If you enjoy walking downtown to grab a bite, shop or pick up that morning mocha, this quaint older home may be the perfect fit. It's situated on a spacious corner lot on one of the wider streets of downtown Rutherfordton & offers definite curb appeal. Metal roof, wrap-around porch, vinyl siding, & huge fenced area. Enter to 10' ceilings - one of my favorite features of homes from this era - new gas logs in fireplace and easy-care LVP in common areas. Brand new cabinets, granite countertops & stainless electric range with micro/hood combo. Small enclosed porch off kitchen that can be a mudroom, plant porch, or small office. Primary suite w/original wood floors & adjacent sitting room. Second bedroom & guest bath located on the opposite side of the house. All public utilities & close proximity to hospital & medical providers.
261 W 3rd St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,386 sqft single-family home built in 1918. It last sold for $216,000 on May 30, 2024 (4% below the $225,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $234,000, with a rent estimate of $1,316/month.
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Brad Cummings
Colfax Home & Land, Co
Tricia Boston
Colfax Home & Land, Co
Bought with: Angela West, (828) 223-3855, Angela West Realty
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#4132585

Home Details for 261 W 3rd St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom S, Bathroom Full, Dining Room, Flex Space, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1386 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Connected, PropaneAppliances: Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, MicrowaveLaundry: Electric Dryer Hookup,In Kitchen,Washer HookupMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Electric,Heat PumpHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Electric,Heat PumpHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Electric
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Gas Log, Living Room, Propane
Gas & Electric
Has Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Vinyl, Wood
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: MetalPatio / Porch: Front Porch, Wrap AroundFencing: Chain Link, FencedFoundation: Crawl Space
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: Driveway,On Street
Frontage
Responsible for Road Maintenance: Publicly Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: Concrete, Paved
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1386 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 15

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1918
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: VinylNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1200817

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $225,000

Location

Direction & Address
City: RutherfordtonCommunity: None
School Information
Elementary School: UnspecifiedJr High / Middle School: UnspecifiedHigh School: Unspecified

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1386 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.38 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 4132585Attribution Contact: Brad@ColfaxHomeAndLandWNC.comAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1386

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 30, 2024
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4132585
Sold
$216,000
Apr 24, 2024
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4132585
Listed For Sale
$225,000

Market trends in Rutherfordton

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$283K
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$170
Available listings
112
12MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Rutherfordton

At least 35 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 91 % Say car is needed

  • 83 % Say parking is easy

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 73 % Say there's wildlife

  • 71 % Say it's quiet

  • 58 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 54 % Say kids play outside

  • 52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 49 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 40 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 34 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 25 % Say there are community events

  • 20 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 15 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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  • Mom
    "It’s quiet but close enough to many things that’s I can walk. It’s very old but well kept with homes being renovated all the time. "
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  • Mom
    "I have lived here for only 4 months and we love it! A sweet, small town feel, full of friendly people and great businesses. And art!!!!"
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  • Mom
    "I AM RETIRED BUT EVERYTHING IS CLOSE BY. I DON”T USE PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION, I USE MY CAR , WALK, OR BICYCLE"
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  • Mom
    "SMALL TOWN WITH FRIENDLY PEOPLE. LOVELY PLACE WITH NICE DOWNTOWN . A FEW PARKS NEARB FOR KID TOPLAY TOGETHER. GATHERINGS, FESTIVALS OCCUR REGULARLY ."
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  • Mom
    "I just moved here last week. I love the small town feel. Everything is within walking distance downtown."
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  • Irving R.
    "There are many families in the and a few parks to ride or walk. There are plenty of fast food and restaurants as well as shopping to be done here as well. "
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  • Davidlenbest
    "The name of this neighborhood is Forest Hills South, has well over 100 homes and has been around for30 years. The developers sold the lots and disappeared. There is no maintenance of the undeveloped property or entrances to the subdivision. Most of the homes are very nice and occupied and well kept. We are inside the city limits of Rutherfordton but do not receive much more than trash collection. No sewer, only septic tanks street lights are sparse."
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  • Linda O.
    "Lots of shade trees to keep dogs and people cool. Pet friendly restaurants in the area. Great Veterinarian facility to care for and board your dogs. "
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  • Aabney81
    "safe and quiet good for families. great neighbors. also a good place for families with pets. great schools "
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  • Lindsayleekirk
    "May fest, wine tasting, trails for hiking, small town adorable, coffee, sweet people. Farmers markets on main st! "
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  • KimmyG
    "I have lived here for almost three years and live it. The people here are very friendly. I love the change of seasons. It’s beautiful."
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  • Tina A.
    "It’s nice to know your neighbors look after your house while your gone and everyone is very friendly. "
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  • Aimee
    "Friendly people, very safe and lots of trees. Feels like a forest. Nice neighbors. That’s all I have to say"
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Frequently asked questions about 261 W 3rd St

  • What is 261 W 3rd St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 261 W 3rd St in Rutherfordton, NC is $234,000.
  • What is the price history for 261 W 3rd St?
    261 W 3rd St in Rutherfordton, NC last sold for $216,000 in May 2024.
  • Is Rutherfordton a buyer's or seller's market?
    Rutherfordton is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Rutherfordton?
    The median sale price in Rutherfordton is $283K.
  • Does 261 W 3rd St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 261 W 3rd St in Rutherfordton, NC has air conditioning.
  • Does 261 W 3rd St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 261 W 3rd St in Rutherfordton, NC has laundry facilities.

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