Move-in ready, charming cottage on a flat half-acre with beautiful original details.
Updated major systems: New Roof 2025, HVAC replaced in 2022, Pre-paid maintenance services included for HVAC, Gas, Pests and more.
Located in a quiet neighborhood full of timeless charm, this adorable 3-bedroom 1-bath cottage, surrounded by a perfectly manicured flat half acre, is beautifully maintained. Features include 9-foot ceilings, heart of pine throughout, and pristine original hardwood floors. Three gas fireplaces add warmth and character, while the functional kitchen is designed for everyday living. Enjoy the covered back deck overlooking the impeccably maintained yard, plus the convenience of a two-car carport and two storage sheds that convey. Charming curb appeal and classic details make this a home you'll fall in love with from the moment you arrive.
*8 minutes to the Thermal Belt Rail Trail, a 13.58 mile, 12-foot-wide corridor which weaves through the heart of Rutherford County, with little elevation change and plenty of space https://www.thermalbeltrailtrail.com/
*20 min to Tryon Equestrian Center
*30 min to Downtown Saluda
Active
Price cut: $9.6K (8/6)
$224,900
144 E Park Rd, Ellenboro, NC 28040
3beds
1,398sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$1,349/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1946
0.49 Acres Lot
$219,800 Zestimate®
$161/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Flat half-acreBeautiful original detailsHeart of pine throughoutPristine original hardwood floorsCharming curb appealClassic detailsTwo-car carport
- 47 days |
- 267 |
- 24 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jennifer Breslin jennifer@ROGPivot.com,
Realty ONE Group Pivot Hendersonville
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4394928
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 155.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13' 6" X 11' 6"
Bedroom s
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 163.08 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13' 6" X 12' 1"
Bedroom s
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 186.71 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13' 6" X 13' 10"
Dining area
- Level: Main
- Area: 143.75 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12' 6" X 11' 6"
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 118.75 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12' 6" X 9' 6"
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 56.84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9' 9" X 5' 10"
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 248.94 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18' 0" X 13' 10"
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Low Flow Fixtures, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Interior Entry,Partial,Sump Pump,Unfinished
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room, Other - See Remarks
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,398
- Total interior livable area: 1,398 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,398
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Carport
- Carport spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Awning(s), Deck, Front Porch
Lot
- Size: 0.49 Acres
- Features: Cleared
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 1569049211
- Zoning: R
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Other - See Remarks
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Partial, Wood
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1946
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: County Water
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Propane
Green energy
- Water conservation: Low-Flow Fixtures
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: East Park
Location
- Region: Ellenboro
- Elevation: 1000 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $161/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $149,600
- Date on market: 6/24/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 47 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Gravel, Paved
Estimated market value
$219,800
$209,000 - $231,000
$1,443/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/6/2026 | Price change | $224,900-4.1%$161/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4394928 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $234,500+193.1%$168/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4394928 Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/2005 | Sold | $80,000$57/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $149,600 |
| 2024 | $497 +4.7% | $149,600 |
| 2023 | $475 +25.4% | $149,600 +63% |
| 2022 | $379 +2% | $91,800 |
| 2021 | $371 | $91,800 |
| 2020 | -- | $91,800 |
| 2019 | $361 +53.6% | $91,800 +51.7% |
| 2018 | $235 | $60,500 |
| 2016 | $235 | $60,500 |
| 2013 | $235 | $60,500 |
| 2012 | -- | $60,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $60,500 -10.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $67,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $67,500 |
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Neighborhood: 28040
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Ellenboro Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.5 mi
- 3/10East Rutherford Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 5/10East Rutherford High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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