Welcome to 828 Ferry Road, where timeless quality meets endless potential! This well-built brick ranch offers approximately 2,046 square feet of living space on a beautifully maintained 1.18-acre lot in a very desirable location. Inside, you'll find three spacious bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a large living room, cozy den, and a sunroom perfect for enjoying views of the backyard year-round. The kitchen offers abundant cabinetry and storage, while numerous closets throughout the home provide even more space for organization. One of the home's most distinctive features is the stunning double-sided fireplace that serves both the living room and den, creating warmth and character in the heart of the home. Original hardwood flooring runs throughout much of the home, showcasing the craftsmanship and quality of this solid 1960s-built residence. Step outside and discover even more possibilities. The property features an inground swimming pool with a functioning pump that simply needs a new liner to be enjoyed again. Whether hosting family gatherings, summer cookouts, or entertaining friends, this backyard is ready to become an incredible outdoor retreat. A rare bonus is the detached double garage with an attached studio apartment complete with a kitchenette, full bath, and living/sleeping area—ideal for rental income, guests, a home office, or multigenerational living. With great bones, abundant storage, generous living spaces, and only cosmetic updates needed to make it truly shine, this is an exceptional opportunity to own a property with space, versatility, and income-producing potential. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, schools, and everything Forest City has to offer, this home is ready for its next chapter. Don't miss your chance to make this special property your own!
Single-familyProperty Type
1962Year Built
1.18 acresLot Size
$167Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Lorie Huskey• Century 21 Blackwell & Company Realty
Welcome to 828 Ferry Road, where timeless quality meets endless potential! This well-built brick ranch offers approximately 2,046 square feet of living space on a beautifully maintained 1.18-acre lot in a very desirable location. Inside, you'll find three spacious bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a large living room, cozy den, and a sunroom perfect for enjoying views of the backyard year-round. The kitchen offers abundant cabinetry and storage, while numerous closets throughout the home provide even more space for organization. One of the home's most distinctive features is the stunning double-sided fireplace that serves both the living room and den, creating warmth and character in the heart of the home. Original hardwood flooring runs throughout much of the home, showcasing the craftsmanship and quality of this solid 1960s-built residence. Step outside and discover even more possibilities. The property features an inground swimming pool with a functioning pump that simply needs a new liner to be enjoyed again. Whether hosting family gatherings, summer cookouts, or entertaining friends, this backyard is ready to become an incredible outdoor retreat. A rare treat is the detached double garage with an attached studio apartment complete with a kitchenette, full bath, and living/sleeping area—ideal for rental income, guests, a home office, or multigenerational living. With great bones, abundant storage, generous living spaces, and only cosmetic updates needed to make it truly shine, this is an exceptional opportunity to own a property with space, versatility, and income-producing potential. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, schools, and everything Forest City has to offer, this home is ready for its next chapter. Don't miss your chance to make this special property your own!
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4402362
Aug 19, 2026
Price Changed
$342,500
$167/sq ft
Jul 24, 2026
Price Changed
$349,000
$171/sq ft
Jul 9, 2026
Listed
$359,900
$176/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,782 (+33.2%)
$15,900 + $213,900
$229,800
2024
$1,338 (+0.8%)
$15,900 + $213,900
$229,800
2023
$1,328 (+37.5%)
$15,900 + $213,900
$229,800
2022
$966 (+2.8%)
$15,900 + $116,600
$132,500
2021
$940 (+2.9%)
$15,900 + $116,600
$132,500
2020
$913 (+1.8%)
$15,900 + $116,600
$132,500
2019
$897 (+34.1%)
$15,900 + $116,600
$132,500
2018
$669 (+1.5%)
$11,600 + $85,800
$97,400
2017
$659 (+3.2%)
$11,600 + $85,800
$97,400
2015
$639
$11,600 + $85,800
$97,400
2014
$639
$11,600 + $85,800
$97,400
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.18 Acres
Year renovated
1966
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,738
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,738
Year built
1962
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Rutherford County
APN
908742
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026.
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
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Forest City, NC • 28043
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Forest City. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.7 hrs
7.2 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 828 Ferry Rd
$333,438
$9,062 under list price of $343K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $165K to $365K.