Listing office: SC NC Realty
$325,000 List price
1953 Big Island Rd Rutherfordton, NC 28139
2 beds
1 full
1,200 sqft
2.2 acres
$271 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1953 Big Island Rd
Check Out This Charming & Cozy Stone Cottage built in the 1940's... But with all of the modern day updates & finishes! The farm-house style kitchen boasts beautiful Quartz Countertops, under cabinet lighting, a chefs Range Hood, new cabinets, new appliances & a trough sink. Off of the kitchen is a large laundry room that can double as a mud room and pantry storage. All new laminate LVP flooring throughout the home. Full bath has a barn door - & quartz countertops. Across the front of the home is a wide & wonderful porch looking out over the 2.2 acre corner lot! Got Cars? This home has room for 5 cars and your "toys"! Whether you are a mechanic needing a place for your business, or a workshop for your hobbies, this property has it all. Building has 220 power for your tools. Two year old septic tank; home is on a well, but public water is available, the sale includes 2 parcels - Roof is 11 Yrs old - This home is move-in ready!!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHeat Pump
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,200 sqft
Lot size2.2 Acres
Year built1947
ParkingCarport, Detached, Detached Garage - 3-4 Car, Garage, Workshop in Garage
MLS #320912
Garage5 spaces
FireplaceGas Log
Virtual tour
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher
- Flooring Type: Laminate
- Interior: Ceiling Fan(s), Solid Surface Counters
- Fireplace: Gas Log
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 5 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Carport, Detached, Detached Garage - 3-4 Car, Garage, Workshop in Garage
- Exterior: Deck, Porch
- Architectural Style: Cottage
- Heating: Heat Pump
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $325,000
- Price/SqFt: $270
- Annual Tax Amount: $820
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Corner Lot, Level
- Directions: From HWY 221 - take Hopper Rd to Big Island, go left, home is on the left. From 74 take HWY 221 towards Chesnee to right on Shiloh Rd, Then Left on Big Island. Take HWY 221 From Chesnee - or Big Island from HWY 11
- Year Built: 1947
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 1,200 SqFt
- Lot Size: 2.2 Acres
- MLS Number: 320912
- MLS Name: SPARTANBURG
- Office Name: SC NC REALTY
- Office Phone: (864) 436-1768
- Listing Agent: Jeremy Wood
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Price information
Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $123,500 | $820 |
| 2023 | $123,500 | $500 |
| 2022 | $52,600 | $500 |
| 2021 | $52,600 | $500 |
| 2020 | $52,600 | $495 |
| 2018 | $50,900 | $476 |
| 2017 | $50,900 | $459 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
9
Harris Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.8 mi
•3330 US 221 S Hwy
8
Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School
Public District PK-5
5.0 mi
•100 Forrest Hunt Drive
7
Rutherfordton Elementary School
Public District PK-5
6.1 mi
•201 Bob Hardin Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $52,997. Residents of Rutherfordton, NC typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
32%
<35k
54%
35k-100k
13%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
35%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
34%
Married, No Kids
23%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
14%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
44%
35-64 yrs old
15%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
NASCAR
Pro Wrestling
Where do the neighbors shop?
Wal-Mart
Dollar General
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Hardee's
Jimmy Johns
Applebees
What do the neighbors drive?
Ram
GMC
Dodge
What do the neighbors listen to?
Classic Country- Country
New Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1953 Big Island Rd
The listing price of 1953 Big Island Rd property is $325,000.
The property 1953 Big Island Rd is a house located in Rutherfordton, North Carolina, 28139.
Active Listing: 1953 Big Island Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1953 Big Island Rd are: Harris Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Rutherfordton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Chase Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), R-S Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), East Rutherford Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Chase High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Rutherford Early College High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Rutherford Opportunity Center (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $820 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 1953 Big Island Rd has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 1953 Big Island Rd is 1,200 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1953 Big Island Rd is 1947.
This home is located at 1953 Big Island Rd in Rutherfordton, NC and zip code 28139. This 1,200 square foot home, which was built in 1947, sits on a 2.20 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 6, 2025 and is currently priced at $325,000.
Over 3 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Rutherfordton, NC. In the same period over 12 listings were sold below the listed price and 6 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in Rutherfordton, NC between May and June 2025 increased by 5.1%. In June 2025 median list price was $317,000 and the average listing age was 34 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.