Closed
Last Sold Price
$345,000
4 beds2,194 sqft

517 Union Rd, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Description

Nestled among mature hardwood trees on 2.15 acres, this spacious custom home offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and timeless appeal. Situated on a gently sloping lot, the home welcomes you with a classic exterior. One of the standout features is the covered long front porch-perfect for relaxing and enjoying the peaceful surroundings or entertaining in any weather as it joins the attached carport. Watch the sun rise on your front porch or sit in the backyard where you have long range views...Nestled among mature hardwood trees on 2.15 acres, this spacious custom home offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and timeless appeal. Situated on a gently sloping lot, the home welcomes you with a classic exterior. One of the standout features is the covered long front porch-perfect for relaxing and enjoying the peaceful surroundings or entertaining in any weather as it joins the attached carport. Watch the sun rise on your front porch or sit in the backyard where you have long range views of the sunset. Inside you will find generous living spaces throughout. Large windows bring loads of natural light across the backside. There is an awesome retro-style kitchen complete with vintage counter-tops that bring both character and durability. The nostalgic design is a unique find equipped with a breakfast nook with custom table. There are 4 bedrooms and 3 baths so plenty of room to spread out with space for office or hobbies or an occasional guest. Home is convenient to shopping and minutes to the TIEC complex or a short drive to Asheville. This one has great bones so schedule your appt. today!
Single FamilyProperty Type
2.15 acresLot Size
1958Year Built
$157/sq ftPrice per sq ft
5 carsParking Spaces
  • Listed by: • Purple Martin Realty, Inc. martinize1565@gmail.com
Listing closed: 07/01/2026 12:00 AM
Source: CANOPY, MLS#: 4353902
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Property information

517 Union Road

Property Details

  • Parking Features: Attached Carport, Driveway
  • Subdivision Name: None

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1958
  • Lot Size: 2.15 AC / 93,654 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

  • Longitude: -81.986718
  • Latitude: 35.343589
  • Directions: Use GPS - see sign in yard

Taxes and HOA Information

  • HOA YN: No
  • HOA Subject To: None
  • Tax Assessed Value: $248,000.00
  • Parcel Number: 1202662
  • City Taxes Paid To: No City Taxes Paid

School Information

  • Middle Or Junior School: Unspecified
  • High School: R-S Central
  • Elementary School: Rutherfordton

Parking

  • Parking: Open Spaces: 3.0
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking: Carport Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking: Carport YN: Yes
  • Garage YN: No
  • Garage Main Level YN: No

Property

Lot Information

  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2194.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 1466
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Basement: 752
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 752
  • Sq Ft Upper: 728
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 2194.0
  • Lot Features: Views, Other - See Remarks
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential

Property and Assessments

  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Down Payment Resource YN: Yes
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 42
  • Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Restrictions: No Restrictions

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Water Source: County Water, Well

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Other - See Remarks
  • Construction Materials: Brick Partial, Vinyl, Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Patio
  • Pool Private YN: No
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
  • Roof: Composition
  • Horse Amenities: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Other Equipment: Fuel Tank - Leased, Other - See Remarks
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Heat Pump, Other - See Remarks
  • Interior Features: Attic Walk In, Built-in Features, Other - See Remarks
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Basement, Sink, Washer Hookup
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Basement Features: Full, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
  • Bedroom Main: 1
  • Bedroom Upper: 3
  • Full Bath Main: 1
  • Full Bath Upper: 2
  • Half Bath Main: 0
  • Half Bath Upper: 0

Room Information

Room Information

  • Room Count: 12.0

Room 1

  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper

Room 2

  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Main

Room 3

  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Upper

Room 4

  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Upper

Room 5

  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Main

Room 6

  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Upper

Room 7

  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Upper

Room 8

  • Room Types: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main

Room 9

  • Room Types: Great Room
  • Room Level: Main

Room 10

  • Room Types: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main

Room 11

  • Room Types: Laundry
  • Room Level: Basement

Room 12

  • Room Types: Bonus Room
  • Room Level: Main

Property History

517 Union Road

DateEventPrice
Jul 1, 2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1944286182

$345,000
Jul 1, 2026

Closed

CANOPY #4353902

$345,000
May 30, 2026

Under Contract-Show

CANOPY #4353902

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DateEventPrice
07/01/2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1944286182

$345,000

+13.2% / yr

07/01/2026

Closed

CANOPY #4353902

$345,000
05/30/2026

Under Contract-Show

CANOPY #4353902

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Public records

517 Union Road

Beds

3

Baths

2

Total Finished SqFt

2,330 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

2,330 SqFt

Unfinished Basement SqFt

728 SqFt

Stories

1

Schools

Near 517 Union Road

This home is within Rutherford County School District.

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AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 517 Union Road, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
$345,000
4
2,194
93,654
$175,000
3
2
1,496
25,265
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3
2
1,176
29,185
$172,000
3
1,458
23,086
$487,500
4
2,806
32,234
$165,000
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1,495
24,394

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