Residing in a quiet neighborhood just outside downtown Forest City, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom ranch-style home offers 1,260 sq ft of comfortable living space. Built in 1959, it features classic mid-century design with classic interior space, including a spacious kitchen, cozy living areas, and natural light throughout. The property sits on a generous lot, providing plenty of room for outdoor activities and potential expansion into a 1.16 acre vacant lot to the south-west. Conveniently located near local amenities, schools, and parks, this home is perfect for those seeking a peaceful retreat with easy access to city conveniences. Don't miss the opportunity to make this charming property your own.
Single-familyProperty Type
1959Year Built
2.59 acresLot Size
$191Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Peter Lorenz• Keller Williams Professionals
Listed by Bill Johnson• Keller Williams Professionals
Contact: peterlorenz@kw.com
Bought with Sherri Hooper-Washburn• Washburn Real Estate, Inc.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.43 Acres
Year renovated
1968
Sq. Ft.
1,260
Year built
1959
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Rutherford County
APN
417828
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026.
Oct 3, 2024 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
Parking Features: Attached Carport, Driveway
Has Carport
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Third: 0
# of Bedrooms: Upper: 0
# of Bedrooms: Main: 3
# of Bedrooms: Lower: 0
# of Bedrooms: Basement: 0
# of Bedrooms: Second Living Quarters: 0
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Half Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Level: Main
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air
Cooling Information: Central Air, Heat Pump
Sq. Ft. Unheated Total: 98
Sq. Ft. Unheated Main: 98
Interior Features
Room Count: 5
Appliances: None
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Brick Partial
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Has Additional Parcels
Zoning: R8
Zoning Specification: R8
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 2.59
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Concrete, Gravel, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Unspecified
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Unspecified
Location Information
Directions: From US-74 Take exit 181 toward US-64/Forest City/Spindale Continue onto US-74 ALT W Turn right onto Butler Rd Look for sign on the left.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,260
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.43 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1959
Year Renovated: 1968
County: Rutherford County
APN: 417828
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 24, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1265
Living Area: 1265
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,265
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1265
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Second Living Quarters Sq. Ft.: 0
Second Living Quarters Heated Living Area: 0
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: One
Team Information
Buyer Team ID: TM100162
Buyer Team Mls Id: 64781
Around this home
Schools
Forest City-Dunbar Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi
8/10
East Rutherford Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.7mi
3/10
Rutherford Early College High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Forest City, NC • 28043
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 5.3 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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5.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$230,000 – $279,000
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