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712 Main Street

Chimney Rock, NC 28720

$599,000 $2,525/Mo

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Bed

Bath

1,784

Sqft

0.32

Acre(Lot)

Description

A rare opportunity to own one of Chimney Rock’s recognizable and character-rich properties, just a half mile from downtown and offering remarkable versatility as a potential short-term rental investment, second home or full-time residence. Originally built as a motel, and according to local folklore, once owned by a noted Radio City Rockette, this iconic home blends legacy, architecture and location in a way that cannot be replicated. Set amid mature trees with dramatic, up-close views of Chimney Rock and Hickory Nut Falls, the property delivers an immersive mountain experience that appeals equally to discerning travelers and everyday living. Accessible to downtown dining, shopping and attractions enhances convenience while significantly strengthening potential rental demand. Inside, the h ome showcases soaring ceilings, rich wood interiors, a lofted upper level and a striking stone fireplace, creating a warm yet elevated atmosphere. The thoughtfully curated lodge-style design offers visual impact and comfortable livability, ideal for hosting guests, weekend escapes or full-time enjoyment. Outdoor living is a defining feature, highlighted by a covered pavilion-style deck ideal for entertaining, relaxing or taking in surrounding natural beauty throughout the seasons. The charming exterior, featuring shake siding, flower boxes and timeless mountain architecture, adds to the property’s lasting appeal and sense of arrival. For investors, this is a differentiated short-term rental asset with a story, walkability, and landmark views that support strong occupancy and premium rates. For second-home buyers, it offers a distinctive retreat with minimal compromise. For primary homeowners, it provides character, comfort, and a location that seamlessly blends lifestyle and convenience. Opportunities to acquire a property of this caliber, iconic, versatile and irreplaceable, are exceptionally rare in Chimney Rock.

Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $599,000

AD Id : 72424788

MLS Id : CAR4332111

Beds : 4

Lot Size : 0.32 Acre

Living Area Size : 1,784

Year Built : 1948

County : Rutherford

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Bedroom Information

Total Bedroom: 4

Bathroom Information

Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 3

Room Information

Has Basement: Yes

Interior Features

Open Floorplan Roof: Metal Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer Laundry Features: In Basement

Roofing Information

Metal
Flooring Information

Flooring: Carpet, Slate, Tile, Wood Construction Materials: Asbestos, Wood
Heating & Cooling

Heating: Heat Pump Cooling: Central Air WaterSource: City

Building Information

Year Built: 1948

Lot Information

Lot Description: Views Lot Size Area: 0.32 acre

Property Information

Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Listing Price Information

Original List Price:$599000

Tax Information

Tax Assessed Value: 416800 Parcel Number: 1631212

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School Information

Elementary School: Unspecified Junior High School: Unspecified Senior High School: Unspecified
Utility Information

Sewer: Septic Installed Water Source: City
Location Information

Subdivision: None City: Chimney Rock Direction: From downtown Lake Lure, travel West towards Chimney Rock. Once you're through downtown, veer right to take the gravel section that leads to the original highway. The home will be on the right just past Rainbow Falls Preserve.

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At $335.76 per sq.ft.,this listing is priced below average compared to other homes from Chimney Rock.

The average homes price in Chimney Rock is $370202.62 with avg. price / sq.ft of $2102.04.

The average homes price in Rutherford County is $373818.81 with avg. price / sq.ft of $2100.74.

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138 Buddy Lane, Chimney Rock, NC, 28720	$279,900	3	2	1,152	1,152 SqFt
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380 Main Street, Chimney Rock, NC, 28720	$449,000	2	1	917	917 SqFt
384 Cascada Vista Drive, Chimney Rock, NC, 28720	$849,900	4	3	2,552	2,552 SqFt

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MLS: CAROLINA #4332111 LISTED BY: Mariah Leahy, Premier Sotheby’s International Realty 828-277-3238 SOURCE: CAROLINA (Canopy MLS)