Welcome to this hidden gem! This charming and affordable 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is a fantastic opportunity for first-time homebuyers or investors looking to add another property to their rental portfolio. The open-concept floor plan creates a bright and inviting living space, complemented by fresh paint throughout and updated shoe molding. The ensuite bathroom features a beautifully renovated walk-in shower, adding a modern touch to the home. Outside, you'll find a storage shed that's perfect for tools, lawn equipment, or extra storage, along with generous parking space for family and guests. Move-in ready and full of potential, this home offers comfort, convenience, and value all in one package!
Pending
Price cut: $20K (7/4)
$199,000
488 John Swofford Rd, Nebo, NC 28761
3beds
1,054sqft
Stick/Site Built, Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1970
0.9 Acres Lot
$193,700 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Beautifully renovated walk-in showerFresh paint throughoutUpdated shoe moldingEnsuite bathroomStorage shedOpen-concept floor plan
- 69 days
- 72
- 4
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Briana Portillo 828-527-1484,
R&B Legacy Group
Source: Triad MLS,MLS#: 1226357
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Appliance Center, Free-Standing Range, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,054
- Total interior livable area: 1,054 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,054
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: None
Lot
- Size: 0.9 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 172200584833
- Zoning: none
- Special conditions: Owner Sale
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Stick/Site Built, Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Wood Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1970
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Nebo
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $66,910
- Annual tax amount: $442
- Date on market: 7/4/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 69 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Estimated market value
$193,700
$184,000 - $203,000
$1,487/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/10/2026 | Pending sale | $199,000 |
Source:  Triad MLS #1226357 Report a problem | ||
| 7/4/2026 | Price change | $199,000-9.1%$189/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4399061 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $219,000$208/sqft |
Source: eXp Realty #4262636 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2026 | Contingent | $219,000$208/sqft |
Source: eXp Realty #4262636 Report a problem | ||
| 9/3/2025 | Price change | $219,000-6.8%$208/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4262636 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $235,000+250.7%$223/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4262636 Report a problem | ||
| 3/22/2017 | Sold | $67,000-4.1%$64/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2015 | Listed for sale | $69,900$66/sqft |
Source: The Real Estate Book #15897 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $447 | $66,910 |
| 2024 | $447 | $66,910 |
| 2023 | $447 +7.2% | $66,910 +8.8% |
| 2022 | $417 | $61,510 |
| 2021 | $417 -1.5% | $61,510 |
| 2020 | $423 -98.8% | $61,510 +14.4% |
| 2017 | $34,985 +9900% | $53,780 |
| 2016 | $350 | $53,780 |
| 2014 | $350 +1.7% | $53,780 |
| 2013 | $344 | $53,780 |
| 2012 | -- | $53,780 |
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