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$415,000

520 E Rutledge Ave Gaffney, SC 29340

5 beds
2 full
3,089 sqft
0.4 acres
$134 / sqft
House

Property details

About 520 E Rutledge Ave

Attractive cozy 5 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 story colonial in Limestone College/historical district. Long brick walk way from sidewalk leads into a large wrap around porch for relaxing & enjoying the beauty of this location. Just across the street from John Q Little Park for more adventure. Custom double foyer has a sitting area down stairs & upstairs. 5 fireplaces in each room down stairs. Attractive hardwood floors blending with fixtures and mantles for your comfort. Private rear driveway from Rosie Lane has fenced backyard & privacy fence. All fairly new kitchen appliances. This home has a story in Gaffney history. Use your imagination to create your "doll house" and write "your chapter" of history.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHeat Pump
StatusActive
CoolingHeat Pump
Size3,089 sqft
Lot size0.36 Acres
Year built1891
MLS #326818

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: No
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Interior: Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: None
  • Exterior: Wrap Around Porch
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • List Price: $415,000
  • Price/SqFt: $134
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,453
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Level, Sidewalk, Many Trees
  • Directions: N. Limestone away from down town, headed to Limestone College, take left onto Rutledge sign on right beyond the Library
  • Year Built: 1891
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 3,089 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.36 Acres
  • MLS Number: 326818
  • MLS Name: SPARTANBURG
  • Office Name: Mathers Realty. com
  • Office Phone: (704) 831-5900
  • Listing Agent: William Russell Poole

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Dec 02, 2016
Home Sold
$200,000
Jul 29, 2009
Home Sold
$180,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$8,770$1,453
2022$8,770$1,386
2021$7,630$1,229
2020$7,630$1,255
2019$190,700$4,217
2018$190,700$4,147
2017$184,900$736

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

B. D. Lee Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.1 mi

401 Overbrook Dr

3

Limestone-Central Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.7 mi

727 Pacolet Hwy

2

Luther L. Vaughan Elementary School

Public District PK-5

2.4 mi

192 Vaughn Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $42,350. The most common annual income of people living in Gaffney, SC is less than $<35k. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

45%
<35k
33%
35k-100k
19%
100k-200k
3%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

48%
Single, No Kids
12%
Single, with Kids
26%
Married, No Kids
14%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

15%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
19%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports
  • NASCARNASCAR

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • KmartKmart
  • Academy Sports & OutdoorsAcademy Sports & Outdoors
  • Dollar GeneralDollar General

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Bob EvansBob Evans
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • RamRam

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • OldiesOldies
  • CountryCountry
  • Classic CountryClassic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 520 E Rutledge Ave

The listing price of 520 E Rutledge Ave property is $415,000.

The property 520 E Rutledge Ave is a house located in Gaffney, South Carolina, 29340.

Active Listing: 520 E Rutledge Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 520 E Rutledge Ave are: B. D. Lee Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Limestone-Central Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Luther L. Vaughan Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Gaffney Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), John E. Ewing Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Blacksburg Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Gaffney High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Blacksburg High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Gettys D. Broome High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,453 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on December 2, 2016 for $200,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 520 E Rutledge Ave has 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 520 E Rutledge Ave is 3,089 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 520 E Rutledge Ave is 1891.

This home is located at 520 E Rutledge Ave in Gaffney, SC and zip code 29340. This 3,089 square foot home, which was built in 1891, sits on a 0.36 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 24, 2025 and is currently priced at $415,000.

In June 2025 more than 6 listings in Gaffney, SC were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 9 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 14 were sold below. In June 2025 in Gaffney, SC there were 1.5% less homes for sale than in May. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $235,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 32 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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