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Over 50 acres in the heart of horse country within minutes of TIEC! Gently rolling acreage fronts the Green River & has easy access off of State Maintained Rd. This pro...
- CAR3375195 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Journey.
Hard to find farmland just a stone's throw from TIEC. 179 acre farm with fantastic 360 degree views. Mutiple home sites and barn sites, make this an ideal farm/training f...
- CAR3401737 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Journey.
Very private farm property currently used for horses. Large 4 bedroom brick home, 3 full and 2 half baths, spacious 2 car garage, and a partially finished basement area w...
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- CAR3373363 MLS
- 3,200 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Century 21 First Realty, Inc..
Arguably some of the best land in Rutherfordton! Over 165 acres, this property was traditionally used to raise cattle. With many of its acres cleared, it would be a fab...
- CAR3629257 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Biltmore Village.
Arguably some of the best land in Rutherfordton! Over 165 acres, this property was traditionally used to raise cattle. With many of its acres cleared, it would be a fab...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- CAR3587594 MLS
- 1,793 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Biltmore Village.
Riverfront acreage tract with gravel road infrastructure extending from a gated entrance on paved, state maintained, Jay White Rd to the Broad River. Acquired by the sell...
- CAR3460454 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX A-Team.
Huge opportunity to get almost 7 acres of land in Rutherfordton on one of its busiest roads before the new intersection gets put in. This is going to bring even more tra...
- CAR3586152 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of The Brokerage House.
Fee-simple 1.69 with a 8320 SF Block Faced Free Standing Building leased to Family Dollar Corporation. NN with minimum landlord responsibilities, taxes and insurance re...
- 2 Baths
- CAR3576620 MLS
- 8,320 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Jones Commercial Properties.
Jack Arnold designed and magazine featured "Country French" classic home on 40 acres, offering the ultimate in seclusion and delightful mountain views. An elegant 5000+ s...
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- CAR3620126 MLS
- 5,677 SqFt.
- ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Advantage Realty / Tryon-Polk.
Picturesque Setting on the peak! Log home with beautiful sunroom sitting on 138 pristine acres with breathtaking Mountain Views! 2 Barns and large mature pasture area, ma...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- CAR3634228 MLS
- 3,542 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Shelton Properties at KW.
Florida plans meet mountain living in this picturesque, luxury, custom built log home. Featured in Log Home Magazine's 2003 Special Anniversary Edition. Prepare to be blo...
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- CAR3632022 MLS
- 4,660 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Century 21 First Realty, Inc..
This lovely 20+ rolling acre estate is ready for you! Presenting an immaculate two-story brick home featuring a formal sitting room and a detached workshop offering an ab...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- CAR3612063 MLS
- 2,806 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of WEICHERT, Realtors - Unlimited.
The possibilities are endless for this remarkable retreat on 163.39 Acres! B&B, lodge, camp, if you can dream it, you can make it happen and this is the perfect location!...
- CAR3546374 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of George Real Estate Group Inc.
Remarkable Home on 163.39 Acres! Surrounded by nature, this beautiful country estate offers an opportunity to enjoy spending time on one of the many porches, leisurely hi...
- 7 Beds
- 5 Baths
- CAR3546363 MLS
- 7,013 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of George Real Estate Group Inc.
For those seeking sanctuary with a mind for possibilities. Dream views, rolling wooded acres, pastureland and dairy barn with an efficiency apartment above barn. Campgrou...
- CAR3591390 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty.
FOX HAVEN PLANTATION - Located on the Broad River, it has stood in all its grandeur since 1823. Its history includes withstanding the tumultuous Charleston Earthquake o...
- 3 Beds
- 5 Baths
- CAR3415271 MLS
- 3,961 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker King.
Enjoy the great mountain views from this private home located on approx. 24 acres in Rutherfordton. The property features 2 homes on 4 parcels of land. The main hom...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- CAR3597795 MLS
- 3,653 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of StoneWright Realty Inc.
This is a Gem! A one owner home with 44+ acres. Open floor plan with an updated kitchen. Large great room with vaulted ceilings and Gas Fireplace that opens out to back...
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- CAR3549482 MLS
- 3,005 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Mountain Partners.
Absolutely stunning! Stately southern manor situated on 14 acres of meticulously manicured landscape with long range views. The long, circular driveway guides you to this...
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- CAR3621564 MLS
- 3,962 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Mountain Partners.
DO NOT MISS OUT! FIRST TIME this beautiful farm is available! These owners who put their heart and soul into this property designing it as a dream home w/ all original p...
- 3 Beds
- 5 Baths
- CAR3630553 MLS
- 4,480 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Century 21 Mountain Lifestyles/S. Hend.
Known as Woodwind Farm. Very unique property consisting of large home with historical one room cabin in the center believed to date in the 1700s. 3 log homes, 1 guest hou...
- 4 Baths
- CAR3534510 MLS
- 5,572 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Odean Keever & Associates, Inc..
Known as Woodwind Farm. Very unique property consisting of large home with historical one room cabin in the center believed to date in the 1700s. 3 log homes, 1 guest hou...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- CAR3532686 MLS
- 5,572 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Odean Keever & Associates, Inc..
SEE VIRTUAL TOUR! This Exemplary 102+ gently rolling acre tree farm with great energy & plenty of arrowheads. 70+/- acres has mature yellow pines with abundant wildlife u...
- 2 Beds
- 1 Baths
- CAR3551229 MLS
- 1,044 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Professionals.
Incredible farm opportunity with this 30 acre parcel featuring an inviting, remodeled 3BR/2BA country home. Updates include new kitchen, bathrooms, windows, siding, roofi...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- CAR3590682 MLS
- 3,011 SqFt.
- ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Advantage Realty / Tryon-Polk.
Incredible farm opportunity with this 30 acre parcel featuring an inviting, remodeled 3BR/2BA country home. Updates include new kitchen, bathrooms, windows, siding, roofi...
- CAR3590683 MLS
- ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Advantage Realty / Tryon-Polk.
Looking for the perfect farm for you and your horses? Look no further. This is almost 50 acres of the most beautiful countryside you have ever seen! There is just the ...
- CAR3637232 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Century 21 First Realty, Inc..
Lovely rolling pastures greet you as you enter the property. Very suitable for a horse or cattle farm with no restrictions and plenty of frontage on WV Thompson Road. N...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- CAR3618869 MLS
- 2,510 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Walker, Wallace, and Emerson Realty.
STUNNING & SPACIOUS HOME WITH GREAT FLOOR PLAN AND LOADS OF CUSTOM EXTRAS. 1st time offering this distinctively elegant home. Entry features a grand stairway & leads to ...
- 5 Beds
- 7 Baths
- CAR3554588 MLS
- 5,724 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Matheny Real Estate.
Looking for river front property check this out, fronts Broad River with 18 +/- acres of bottom land, 8 +/- acres of grass for pasture, 23 +/- acres of trees, wells and s...
- CAR3515639 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams - Old Tryon Re.
New Price-$6999/Acre for a great piece of land ready for you to enjoy as a horse farm/private estate or perfect recreational property. We refer to it as "Our Small State ...
- CAR3575366 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Journey.
Fantastic Custom Log Home in Ideal Setting! Conveniently located within the Estates at Greenhill- close to Rutherfordton, Lake Lure and Asheville, NC and an hour to Charl...
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- CAR3608081 MLS
- 3,926 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Journey.
STUNNING AND SPACIOUS CUSTOM HOME boasts the finest quality materials and workmanship. Main level features beautiful entry, living room, dining room, large custom kitchen...
- 5 Beds
- 6 Baths
- CAR3524491 MLS
- 6,524 SqFt.
- ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Listing courtesy of Matheny Real Estate.
Enjoy breathtaking panoramic mountain views all year round in this 4 bedroom home in the gated Green River Highlands community! The main level boasts an expansive open li...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- CAR3549320 MLS
- 5,402 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of WEICHERT, Realtors - Unlimited.
If you are looking for a stylish country property w/fenced pasture, huge barn & studio/guest quarters - look no further! This warm & welcoming Arts & Craft home overlook...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- CAR3630081 MLS
- 1,400 SqFt.
- ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Listing courtesy of Epic Life Realty.
Looking for a mini-farm to call your own? Situated on over 6 acres, this charming, well maintained, circa 1916 home combines historic character with modern warmth and ele...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- CAR3606247 MLS
- 2,494 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Shelton Properties at KW.
Beautiful homesite with views overlooking 15 acres of rolling pastureland with a portion fully wooded for privacy. Huge master suite with cedar closet and Jacuzzi tub and...
- 2 Beds
- 3 Baths
- CAR3537211 MLS
- 2,880 SqFt.
- ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Listing courtesy of Pinnacle Sothebys International Realty.
Magnificent 8.75 acre estate is surrounded by a well landscaped lawn, hardwood trees, and natural spring fed creek. This 3 BD/2.5BA custom home has foyer with coat closet...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- CAR3571259 MLS
- 3,394 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Foothills Homes and Land, LLC.
This is a well maintained timber Tract that has been thinned and is about due for another thinning. It is laced with well cared for riding trails wide enough for Tractor,...
- CAR3550190 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Walker, Wallace, and Emerson Realty.
Located in Gilbert Town Subdivision, this custom built house is now available. With over 4800 square feet of finished space, this home fits a family or those who just wa...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- CAR3606564 MLS
- 4,904 SqFt.
- ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Listing courtesy of Washburn Real Estate, Inc..
This unrestricted family estate on over 9 acres is a unique opportunity for a large family or those who want to run a business on their own property. Explore the 4,600 sq...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- CAR3603915 MLS
- 4,641 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomesServices.
New construction in a small gated community. Builder is planning a spacious, 3000 plus sq ft home, combining rustic and modern styles with cathedral ceiling and high qu...
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- CAR3531635 MLS
- 3,146 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Ivester Jackson Blackstream.
Beautiful private log home 11 miles from Lake Lure in Blue Ridge Mtns of Western NC. Includes adjacent lot (can be sold later), 3.86 ac total. At end of culdesac. Long ra...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- CAR3627666 MLS
- 1,802 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Arrow Realty & Land Development.
This elegant and well-appointed home promises to check off all the "MUST HAVES" on your list! Hoping for a huge master suite on the main w/dual closets & vanities, a fre...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- CAR3626473 MLS
- 2,982 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Epic Life Realty.
Exquisite well cared for home with plenty of space to live and entertain. An impressive entrance into the foyer with dining room on the left and den/office to the right...
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- CAR3595874 MLS
- 3,890 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Beverly Hanks & Assoc. Hendersonville.
I'm what everyone is looking for. I have a year round view and I'm unrestricted so you can have horses or cows chickens any thing you want even pigs!! Plenty of room for ...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- CAR3615545 MLS
- 3,700 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Beverly Hanks & Assoc. Hendersonville.
THE TOTAL PACKAGE! Whether permanent residence or vacation getaway, this property has a lot to love. Inground pool, hot tub, covered porches, open deck, equipment shed ...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- CAR3616852 MLS
- 1,232 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Pinnacle Sothebys International Realty.
Beautifully updated home with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and full finished basement for your enjoyment. The living room features a vaulted ceiling, lovely brick fireplace, woo...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- CAR3570452 MLS
- 3,954 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Matheny Real Estate.
Magnificent panoramic mountain views and privacy surround this 1.5 story log home on 1.64 acres, located between Lake Lure and Rutherfordton. A gas fireplace with stone s...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- CAR3526414 MLS
- 1,944 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Lifestyle Properties.
One of a kind home on 5 acres with peach & fig trees, mature blueberry bushes, rosemary & lavender, to name a few. Home features a grand foyer which leads to open concep...
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- CAR3632795 MLS
- 3,864 SqFt.
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Journey.
Listing is for 79.53 acres located just outside of beautiful Lake Lure, NC! Property is part of Deer Run Subdivision and has already been approved by the county for subd...
- CAR3621879 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Weichert Realtors Mountain Executives.
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Rutherfordton, North Carolina
Rutherfordton is a town in Rutherford County, North Carolina, United States. The population was 4,213 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Rutherford County.
History
The town has many historical places that have been registered on the National Register of Historic Places.
The Bechtler Mint Site, Carrier Houses, Fox Haven Plantation, Gilbert Town Historic District, George W. Logan House, Main Street Historic District, Rutherford County Courthouse, Rutherfordton-Spindale Central High School, St. Luke's Chapel, and Trinity Lutheran Church are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.[5]
Geography
Rutherfordton is located at 35°21′59″N 81°57′32″W (35.366306, -81.959024).[6]
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 4.2 square miles (10.8 km²), all of it land.
| Motto: "A Minted Original" | |
 Location of Rutherfordton, North Carolina |
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| Coordinates: 35°21′59″N 81°57′32″W |
Demographics
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1850 | 484 | — | |
| 1870 | 479 | — | |
| 1880 | 300 | −37.4% | |
| 1900 | 880 | — | |
| 1910 | 1,062 | 20.7% | |
| 1920 | 1,693 | 59.4% | |
| 1930 | 2,020 | 19.3% | |
| 1940 | 2,326 | 15.1% | |
| 1950 | 3,146 | 35.3% | |
| 1960 | 3,392 | 7.8% | |
| 1970 | 3,245 | −4.3% | |
| 1980 | 3,434 | 5.8% | |
| 1990 | 3,617 | 5.3% | |
| 2000 | 4,131 | 14.2% | |
| 2010 | 4,213 | 2.0% | |
| Est. 2016 | 4,147 | [1] | −1.6% |
As of the census[2] of 2000, there were 4,131 people, 1,602 households, and 1,047 families residing in the town. The population density was 990.1 people per square mile (382.5/km²). There were 1,765 housing units at an average density of 423.0 per square mile (163.4/km²). The racial makeup of the town was 84.17% White, 13.60% African American, 0.12% Native American, 0.73% Asian, 0.73% from other races, and 0.65% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.28% of the population.
There were 1,602 households out of which 30.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.9% were married couples living together, 13.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.6% were non-families. 31.5% of all households were made up of individuals and 16.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 2.91.
In the town, the population was spread out with 22.6% under the age of 18, 6.9% from 18 to 24, 28.0% from 25 to 44, 22.0% from 45 to 64, and 20.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females there were 89.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.5 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $37,941, and the median income for a family was $47,381. Males had a median income of $34,592 versus $23,371 for females. The per capita income for the town was $21,742. About 8.8% of families and 10.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.4% of those under age 18 and 12.6% of those age 65 or over.
Attractions
KidSenses Children's InterACTIVE Museum, is located at 172 N. Main Street, in historic downtown Rutherfordton. The museum features over 40 interactive exhibits in a 10,000 square-foot space. The museum occupies a building that was previously a "Five and Dime" store in the late 1920s and a car dealership in the 1960s. In addition to exhibits, the museum offers public events, field trip program experiences, and "Science on the Move" outreach programming. Opening in October 2005, the museum has had upwards of 300,000 visitors.
Website: www.kidsenses.com.
Rutherford Regional Medical Center operates a museum that is free of charge, displaying historical medical equipment, attire and photographs documenting the history of the hospital. The museum opened its doors in 2005.
Camp Bud Scheile, a Boy Scouts of America (BSA) resident camp Of the Piedmont Council, is located on 663 Boy Scout Road in Rutherfordton.
Notable Residents
- Betsy Brantley, actress
- William T. Carpenter, psychiatrist who served as an expert witness in the trial of John W. Hinckley
- Walter H. Dalton, former Lieutenant Governor of North Carolina
- Gomer Hodge, former major league baseball player with the Cleveland Indians