Located in Bethlehem less than 1.5 mile to Wittenburg public lake access on Lake Hickory, and only a half mile to the brand new Starbucks, Dunkin' Donuts, grocery store, hardware store & restaurants. This charming 3BR/2BA home has been updated and is move-in ready! You'll love the open floor plan, stylish finishes throughout, huge rear deck for entertaining, full unfinished basement for storage and future expansion. The exterior was recently painted, septic tank pumped last fall, and the storage building stays. Roof age 2018. This property backs up to a wooded area so you'll feel like you're in a mountain cottage when you look out back. There are 2 add'l lots available beside this property that are also for sale at $12,500 each (MLS #s 4111811 & 4111813) so there's the possibility of combining those 2 lots with this property which would make the total acreage just over an acre.
Single-familyProperty Type
1989Year Built
0.34 acresLot Size
$217Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Blenda Sloniker• Coldwell Banker Boyd & Hassell
Contact: blenda@hkyrealestate.com
Bought with Robbin Osborne• Osborne Real Estate Group LLC
Updated home in Cedar Forest located in Bethlehem close to Lake Hickory. This home is move-in ready & has had extensive updates throughout. Three bedroom, 2 full baths with a full unfinished basement & new roof (2018). With an open floor plan, the kitchen overlooks the oversized family room & features new custom cabinets with "soft-close" drawers, granite top eat-at island, granite countertops, pantry, dining area, & new ss appliances. The large family room features new flooring & all new doors & windows. The master bedroom has walk-in closet & master bath features new vanity & tile floor. Bedrooms #2, #3 & 2nd full bath are close to the master & laundry is located in the hall closet. New built decks, back deck overlooks private backyard with woods backing up to the home.
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3313531
Sep 27, 2017
Sold
$65,000
$53/sq ft
Sep 7, 2017
Delisted
—
Sep 1, 2017
Listed
$68,000
$56/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #9595725
Sep 27, 2017
Sold
$65,000
$53/sq ft
Sep 7, 2017
Delisted
—
Sep 1, 2017
Listed
$68,000
$56/sq ft
Great location for this 3/2 ranch with basement. Needs TLC. Some renovations have been started but not completed.
Public Records
Dec 12, 2011
Sold
$85,000
$70/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,415 (+16.0%)
$15,765 + $183,526
$199,291
2024
$1,220 (−8.8%)
$15,765 + $183,526
$199,291
2023
$1,338 (+74.3%)
$15,765 + $171,908
$187,673
2022
$768
$15,765 + $171,908
$187,673
2021
$768
$10,000 + $82,150
$92,150
2020
$768
$10,000 + $82,150
$92,150
2019
$768 (+1.5%)
$10,000 + $82,150
$92,150
2018
$757
$10,000 + $82,150
$92,150
2017
$757
$10,000 + $82,150
$92,150
2016
$756
$10,000 + $82,150
$92,150
2015
$756 (+3.3%)
$10,000 + $82,150
$92,150
2014
$732
$16,500 + $89,147
$105,647
Tax history for 232 Cedar Forest Loop
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,415 (+16.0%)
$15,765 + $183,526
$199,291
2024
$1,220 (−8.8%)
$15,765 + $183,526
$199,291
2023
$1,338 (+74.3%)
$15,765 + $171,908
$187,673
2022
$768
$15,765 + $171,908
$187,673
2021
$768
$10,000 + $82,150
$92,150
2020
$768
$10,000 + $82,150
$92,150
2019
$768 (+1.5%)
$10,000 + $82,150
$92,150
2018
$757
$10,000 + $82,150
$92,150
2017
$757
$10,000 + $82,150
$92,150
2016
$756
$10,000 + $82,150
$92,150
2015
$756 (+3.3%)
$10,000 + $82,150
$92,150
2014
$732
$16,500 + $89,147
$105,647
*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
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.34 Acres
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
1,206
Year built
1989
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alexander County
APN
0016156
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 2, 2026.
RA-20
Residential - Agricultural District
The RA-20 residential district is established as a district in which the principal use of the land is for low-density residential and agricultural purposes including single-family dwellings, two-family dwellings (individual), individual manufactured homes, and related uses necessary for a sound neighborhood. Group housing developments in the form of multiple-family dwellings, condominiums, two-family dwellings, townhouses and manufactured home parks are permitted subject to the granting of a special use permit by the Board of Commissioners. The regulations for this district are designed to stabilize and encourage a healthful environment for family life in areas where neither public nor community water or sewer facilities are available.
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Tile
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Brick Partial, Wood
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Zoning Specification: R-1
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Sloped
Lot Size Area: 0.34
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Concrete, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City
Sewer: Septic Installed
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: Deed,Subdivision
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Bethlehem
Middle Or Junior High School: West Alexander
High School: Alexander Central
Location Information
Directions: 127 North into Bethlehem, left at Rink Dam Rd, cross over Shiloh Ch Rd onto Hubbard Rd, right on 2nd Cedar Forest Loop at pointer sign, house on left. See sign.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,206
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.34 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1989
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Alexander County
APN: 0016156
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 2, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1216
Living Area: 1216
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,216
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1216
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Basement
Levels: One
Team Information
Buyer Team ID: TM100392
Buyer Team Mls Id: 84924
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Schools
Bethlehem Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
8/10
West Alexander Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.0mi
9/10
Alexander Central High
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 9.9mi
4/10
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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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$252,000 – $305,000
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