188 California Branch Rd

2,335 Sq. Ft.
$191 / Sq. Ft.
2,335
Sq. Ft.
$191
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Back on the Market - No fault of seller. Now's your chance! Welcome to 188 California Branch in Union Mills, where comfort, space, and picturesque country views come together on just over 7 beautiful acres. This inviting home features a bright, open-concept layout with large windows that flood the main living areas with natural light and showcase the peaceful surrounding landscape. The primary suite is conveniently located on the main level, offering privacy and ease of living. Upstairs, you’ll find...Back on the Market - No fault of seller. Now's your chance! Welcome to 188 California Branch in Union Mills, where comfort, space, and picturesque country views come together on just over 7 beautiful acres. This inviting home features a bright, open-concept layout with large windows that flood the main living areas with natural light and showcase the peaceful surrounding landscape. The primary suite is conveniently located on the main level, offering privacy and ease of living. Upstairs, you’ll find two spacious bedrooms connected by a Jack-and-Jill bath, plus an amazing rec room that provides endless possibilities -media room, playroom, or game space! Recent updates include new LVP flooring throughout the main level and fresh paint throughout the whole home. Step outside and enjoy over 7 acres to explore, garden, play, or simply relax and take in the serene country setting. A carport and multiple outbuildings provide excellent storage and workspace options for hobbies, equipment, or recreational needs. If you’ve been looking for space, flexibility, and beautiful rural views, this is the one.
  1. Listed by Audrey Wise • EXP Realty LLC
    P: (828)-674-2360 C: (828)-674-2360 realtoraudreywise@gmail.com

Property Details for 188 California Branch Road

Parking Features
Detached Carport, Circular Driveway
Subdivision Name
none
LISTING UPDATED: 04/04/2026 10:22 AM

Property Details for 188 California Branch Road

StatusActive
MLS #4347197
Days on Market10
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2009
Lot Size7.33 AC / 319,294 SF
CountyRutherford County

Location

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Building Information for 188 California Branch Road

Stories-Year Built2009Building Size-Lot Size7.33 AC / 319,294 SF

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$2,405 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,241

Property Taxes

$164

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 188 California Branch Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -81.976405
  • Latitude: 35.52333
  • Directions: From Marion, take Hwy 221 S toward Rutherfordton. Go right on Thermal City Rd. Take first right onto California Branch (gravel) and the house will be the first one on the right.
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: No
  • HOA Subject To: None
  • Tax Assessed Value: $336,400.00
  • Parcel Number: 1644751
  • City Taxes Paid To: No City Taxes Paid
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: R-S Middle
  • High School: R-S Central
  • Elementary School: Unspecified
Parking
  • Parking: Open Spaces: 5.0
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking: Other: Circular driveway, carport and pull off areas allow for lots of parking
  • Parking: Carport Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking: Carport YN: Yes
  • Garage YN: No
  • Garage Main Level YN: No
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Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2335.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 1235
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 1100
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 2335.0
  • Lot Features: Private, Rolling Slope
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Down Payment Resource YN: Yes
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 33
  • Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Senior Community YN: No
Green Features
  • Green Verification Count: 0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Storage
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl
  • Pool Private YN: No
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
  • Levels: Two
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
  • Fireplace Features: Electric, Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Basement YN: No
  • Bedroom Main: 1
  • Bedroom Upper: 2
  • Full Bath Main: 1
  • Full Bath Upper: 1
  • Half Bath Main: 1
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 9.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
Room 2
  • Room Types: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
Room 3
  • Room Types: Dining Area
  • Room Level: Main
Room 4
  • Room Types: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
Room 5
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 6
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 7
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 8
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Half
  • Room Level: Main
Room 9
  • Room Types: Recreation Room
  • Room Level: Upper

Property History for 188 California Branch Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 4, 2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4347197

Mar 8, 2026

Under Contract-Show

CANOPY #4347197

Feb 26, 2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4347197

$445,000
Aug 15, 2017

Closed

CANOPY #3287589

$191,500
Aug 10, 2017

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #606615991

$191,500
Jun 12, 2017

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #3287589

Jun 2, 2017

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #3287589

$189,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/04/2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4347197

03/08/2026

Under Contract-Show

CANOPY #4347197

02/26/2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4347197

$445,000
08/15/2017

Closed

CANOPY #3287589

$191,500
08/10/2017

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #606615991

$191,500
06/12/2017

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #3287589

06/02/2017

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #3287589

$189,000

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Public Records for 188 California Branch Road

Taxable ValueLand$74,000Additions$262,400Total$336,400
Tax Record2025$1,964 ($164 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,987 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,987 SqFtStories2Lot Size319,295 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2009CountyRUTHERFORDAPN1644751Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 188 California Branch Road

This home is within Rutherford County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 13
Rating
School
Distance
Pinnacle Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

R-S Middle School
Public6 to 8

R-S Central High School
Public9 to 12

Rutherford Early College High School
Public9 to 13

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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188 California Branch Road is a single family home for sale in Union Mills, NC 28167. This property was listed for sale on February 26, 2026 by EXP Realty LLC, it's currently listed at $445,000. It has been on the market for a total of 10 days and was last sold on August 15, 2017. This listing's school district is Rutherford County School District. Nearby schools include Pinnacle Elementary School, R-S Middle School and R-S Central High School. 188 California Branch Road is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,335 sqft single family home built in 2009.

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