488 John Swofford Rd

1,054 Sq. Ft.
$189 / Sq. Ft.
1,054
Sq. Ft.
$189
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to this hidden gem! This charming and affordable 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is a fantastic opportunity for first-time homebuyers or investors looking to add another property to their rental portfolio. The open-concept floor plan creates a bright and inviting living space, complemented by fresh paint throughout and updated shoe molding. The ensuite bathroom features a beautifully renovated walk-in shower, adding a modern touch to the home. Outside, you'll find a storage shed that's perfect for...Welcome to this hidden gem! This charming and affordable 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is a fantastic opportunity for first-time homebuyers or investors looking to add another property to their rental portfolio. The open-concept floor plan creates a bright and inviting living space, complemented by fresh paint throughout and updated shoe molding. The ensuite bathroom features a beautifully renovated walk-in shower, adding a modern touch to the home. Outside, you'll find a storage shed that's perfect for tools, lawn equipment, or extra storage, along with generous parking space for family and guests. Move-in ready and full of potential, this home offers comfort, convenience, and value all in one package!
  1. Listed by R&B Legacy Group • brianaportillorealtor@gmail.com

Property Details for 488 John Swofford Road

Parking Features
Driveway
Subdivision Name
none
LISTING UPDATED: 07/05/2026 05:01 AM

Property Details for 488 John Swofford Road

StatusActive
MLS #4399061
Days on Market1
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1970
Lot Size0.90 AC / 39,204 SF
CountyMcDowell County

Location

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Building Information for 488 John Swofford Road

Stories-Year Built1970Building Size-Lot Size0.90 AC / 39,204 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,029 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$992

Property Taxes

$37

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 488 John Swofford Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -81.946385
  • Latitude: 35.717036
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: No
  • HOA Subject To: None
  • Tax Assessed Value: $66,910.00
  • Parcel Number: 172200584833
  • City Taxes Paid To: No City Taxes Paid
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Unspecified
  • High School: Unspecified
  • Elementary School: Unspecified
Parking
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: No
  • Parking: Carport YN: No
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage YN: No
  • Garage Main Level YN: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1054.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 1054
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 1054.0
  • Lot Features: Sloped
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Down Payment Resource YN: Yes
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 25
  • Road Responsibility: Publicly 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
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum, Wood
  • Pool Private YN: No
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Oven, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
  • Levels: One
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Basement YN: No
  • Bedroom Main: 3
  • Full Bath Main: 2
  • Half Bath Main: 0
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 1.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main

Property History for 488 John Swofford Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 4, 2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4399061

$199,000
Jun 19, 2026

Expired

CANOPY #4262636

$219,000
May 14, 2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4262636

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/04/2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4399061

$199,000
06/19/2026

Expired

CANOPY #4262636

$219,000
05/14/2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4262636

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 488 John Swofford Road

Taxable ValueLand$20,000Additions$46,910Total$66,910
Tax Record2025$447 ($37 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,000 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,000 SqFtStories1StyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1970CountyMCDOWELLAPN1722-00-58-4833

Schools near 488 John Swofford Road

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

East McDowell Junior High School
Public6 to 8

McDowell High School
Public9 to 12

Eastfield Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

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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488 John Swofford Road is a single family home for sale in Nebo, NC 28761. This property was listed for sale on July 4, 2026 by R&B Legacy Group, it's currently listed at $199,000. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on March 22, 2017. This listing's school district is Mcdowell County School District. Nearby schools include Nebo Elementary School, East McDowell Junior High School and McDowell High School. 488 John Swofford Road is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,054 sqft single family home built in 1970.

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