Cozy log cabin with a 2-car detached garage at the tip of a quiet cul-de-sac, overlooking gorgeous year-round, long range mountain views and the adjoining Emerald Lake. Front-to-side wrap-around covered porch perched above this 3.07-acre parcel offers a peaceful setting & sunsets. The main level boasts an open concept cathedral ceiling living room, kitchen with a nice breakfast bar, dining area, laundry closet, full bathroom, and primary bedroom. An add'l bedroom or sleeping area for guests is in the loft overlooking the great room and mountain views. Downstairs in the walk-out finished basement you’ll find a large en-suite bedroom with an office/flex space, full bath, laundry closet, and a screened, covered porch with access to the backyard. There is also an unfinished fully insulated storage space that could be converted to finished, and another exterior entrance to a tool storage area. The main level two car garage has a finished unheated area above the garage with two closets that could be turned into another en-suite bedroom by adding plumbing in one of the closets for a bath and utilizing one of the unused mini splits from the main house. Concrete drive with ample parking and a RV parking area with water, electric and sewer hookups. Brand new HVAC system installed Nov. 1st, 2025.
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$430,000
557 Emerald Pkwy, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
3beds
1,517sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2003
3.07 Acres Lot
$433,400 Zestimate®
$283/sqft
$1,707 Estimated rent
Home value
$433,400
$390,000 - $485,000
$1,707/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 23, 2026 at 02:53pm
Listing Provided by:
Wes Cleary TeamClearyWNC@gmail.com,
Team Cleary Real Estate Inc
Bought with:
Ann Ferguson
Ferguson Real Estate & Associates
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4317909
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 120.31 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11' 10" X 10' 2"
Heating
- Ductless, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Ductless, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Hood, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Closet, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Open Floorplan
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Doors: Insulated Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access,Walk-Up Access
- Fireplace features: Great Room, Primary Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,004
- Total interior livable area: 1,517 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,004
- Finished area below ground: 513
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Garage on Main Level
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Side Porch, Wrap Around
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Long Range, Mountain(s), Water, Year Round
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Pond
Lot
- Size: 3.07 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Paved, Pond(s), Private, Rolling Slope, Views
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 1631092
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log, Wood
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2003
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Rutherfordton
- Subdivision: Emerald Lake
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Concrete, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/23/2026 | Sold | $430,000-4.4%$283/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4317909 Report a problem | ||
| 2/3/2026 | Pending sale | $449,900$297/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4317909 Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $449,900+73.1%$297/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4317909 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2020 | Sold | $259,900$171/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3588435 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2020 | Pending sale | $259,900$171/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 FIRST REALTY #47498 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $323,400 |
| 2024 | $2,062 +0.6% | $323,400 |
| 2023 | $2,050 +15.6% | $323,400 +45.3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 28139
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Pinnacle Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.5 mi
- 4/10R-S Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.9 mi
- 4/10R-S Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Pinnacle
- Middle: RS
- High: R-S Central
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- North Carolina
- Rutherford County
- Rutherfordton
- 28139
- 557 Emerald Pkwy