
$519,900 $204/sqft
167 Balfour Drive
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,553 sqft · 5.6 ac · 1999 · 10 mo ago
Hidden Hills has the feel of a tucked-away mountain enclave, where long driveways, generous acreage, and broad views set the tone from the start.
Community overview based on MLS listing data for Hidden Hills, Rutherfordton
Hidden Hills has the feel of a tucked-away mountain enclave, where long driveways, generous acreage, and broad views set the tone from the start. The setting leans rural and private, but it is not isolated; the community sits between Rutherfordton and Lake Lure, with many homes positioned to capture Chimney Rock, layered ridgelines, and sunset views. Large parcels are a defining part of the appeal, and the landscape often opens to wooded backdrops, creeks, ponds, and pasture-like clearings.
"A mountain setting with room to breathe, wide views, and a distinctly secluded feel."
Most homes here are single-family residences built between the late 1980s and early 2000s, and the architecture tends to favor livability with a strong connection to the outdoors. Expect open floor plans, vaulted or cathedral ceilings, wood floors, decks, screened porches, and main-level primary suites. Many homes feature garages or workshop space, and basement levels are common, especially in the larger homes and retreat-style properties. The lot sizes are notably expansive, with acreage that supports gardens, hobby spaces, and flexible outbuildings. Across the community, the mood is unhurried and spacious, with homes often oriented toward the view rather than the street.
Hidden Hills is less about packaged amenities and more about usable land and natural features. Several properties highlight decks, porches, sunrooms, detached workshops, storage buildings, and generator-ready setups. Water features show up as creeks, a spring-fed pond, a stocked pond, and even waterfall scenery on select properties, while wooded acreage and mature trees give the neighborhood a layered, secluded backdrop. The daily rhythm here is shaped by outdoor living: morning coffee on a deck, evenings around a fire pit, and weekends spent in a shop, garden, or on walking trails.
"Here, the standout amenities are the landscape itself, plus the space to shape it to your own use."
Hidden Hills sits in the Rutherfordton area with easy reach to Lake Lure, and one listing notes the community is within 20 minutes of downtown Rutherfordton. Another places it about 10 miles from Lake Lure, while Tryon International Equestrian Center is mentioned as a 16-minute drive from one home. Public remarks also point to quick access to shopping, hospital services, and major highways, though specific school assignments are not identified in the provided MLS information. For buyers who want a mountain setting with practical access to town services and regional attractions, Hidden Hills offers a well-located balance of privacy and convenience.
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18 recently sold in Hidden Hills, Rutherfordton
| Property | Sold | Sold Price | Days on Market | Size | Sold to Ask | Sold $/SF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | Apr 27 2026 | $65,000 | 61 | — | 93.0% | — |
| | Jan 8 2026 | $677,500 | 268 | 2,174 sq ft | 97.0% | $312 |
| | Dec 1 2025 | $615,000 | 55 | 2,514 sq ft | 98.4% | $245 |
| | Feb 21 2025 | $142,500 | 308 | — | 89.6% | — |
| | Feb 12 2025 | $52,000 | 306 | — | 82.7% | — |
| | Apr 10 2024 | $450,000 | 48 | 2,036 sq ft | 103.4% | $221 |
| | Feb 24 2022 | $585,000 | 50 | 3,548 sq ft | 98.3% | $165 |
| | Jan 20 2022 | $350,000 | 49 | 2,232 sq ft | 89.8% | $157 |
| | Nov 23 2021 | $390,000 | 61 | 2,842 sq ft | 101.3% | $137 |
| | Oct 28 2021 | $307,000 | 143 | 1,561 sq ft | 94.5% | $197 |
| | Jun 21 2021 | $40,000 | 105 | — | 88.9% | — |
| | Dec 3 2020 | $268,000 | 149 | 1,832 sq ft | 96.1% | $146 |
| | Nov 4 2020 | $300,000 | 113 | 2,537 sq ft | 92.6% | $118 |
| | Oct 7 2020 | $274,300 | 47 | 1,790 sq ft | 100.0% | $153 |
| | Aug 12 2019 | $490,000 | 309 | 2,486 sq ft | 99.0% | $197 |
| | Jul 5 2016 | $242,500 | 395 | — | 95.9% | — |
| | Feb 20 2015 | $206,500 | 227 | 1,561 sq ft | 91.9% | $132 |
| | Feb 13 2015 | $359,000 | 269 | 4,691 sq ft | 94.5% | $77 |
Closed sales from MLS history for Hidden Hills, Rutherfordton
Hidden Hills median sale price is $350,000; Rutherfordton is up 12.4%.
Below trend-line threshold — city median shown for context
+2 outside price range.
The Hidden Hills real estate market shows buyer's market conditions. Homes typically sell within 143 days. With 1 active listing and 3 homes sold in the past year, buyers have more negotiating power and time to decide.
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