Welcome to 849 Chester Road, nestled in the highly sought-after Sherwood Forest neighborhood! Designed for comfortable main-level living, this home showcases an inviting open-concept floor plan with seamless flow between the living, dining, and kitchen areas—ideal for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. The spacious primary suite provides a peaceful retreat, while the additional bedrooms offer versatility—perfect for guests, a home office, or flexible living space to suit your needs. While not currently heated or cooled the unfinished basement maintains a comfortable year-round temperature and comes complete with a den, office area, and abundant storage. Step outside to enjoy the large, fenced backyard with an expansive deck—perfect for gatherings, grilling, or relaxing evenings at home. A convenient carport and circular driveway provide ample parking and easy access. For added peace of mind the home is equipped with a Generac generator! Book your showing today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
0.56 acresLot Size
$261Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Noah Wilkerson• Leonard Ryden Burr Real Estate
Bought with Carol Milligan• Howard Hanna Allen Tate High Point
Est. $2,075 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 849 Chester Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Mar 23, 2026
Sold
$485,000
$261/sq ft
Triad MLS #1209600
Mar 23, 2026
Sold
$484,900
$261/sq ft
Mar 17, 2026
Pending
—
Feb 23, 2026
Contingent
—
Feb 19, 2026
Listed
$449,900
$242/sq ft
Triad MLS #1090966
Jan 23, 2023
Sold
$375,000
$202/sq ft
Jan 7, 2023
Pending
—
Dec 3, 2022
Contingent
—
Dec 1, 2022
Listed
$365,000
$196/sq ft
+17
You asked and Santa has delivered early! Don't miss your chance to call this perfectly renovated move-in ready home your very own! The kitchen to living room flows seamlessly - allowing for an entertainers paradise. Grill out on your large deck while watching the game outside or cozy up by the gas logs in your beautiful living room. Built-ins throughout keep the charm and character, while the updates provide the modern flare you've been looking for. This meticulously maintained home has so much to offer including a brand new HVAC, whole house generator, all new windows (2019), fresh paint, etc.. Located in the heart of highly desired Sherwood Forest. Convenient to shopping, restaurants, hospitals and major highways. Please see agent only remarks.
Triad MLS #893349
Aug 10, 2018
Sold
$228,000
$123/sq ft
Jul 31, 2018
Pending
—
Jul 8, 2018
Contingent
—
Jul 2, 2018
Listed
$225,000
$121/sq ft
+24
This Sherwood Forest gem is priced to sell! This updated charmer features: Renovated kitchen!;HUGE owner suite w/updated bath and massive closets; Recent roof; Second bdrm/bath for guests on opposite side of home; Large office area in open living/dining/kitchen area; Fantastic sun-soaked sunroom w/ it's own HVAC system; Flat fenced-in backyard; Full (partially finished) basement (not included in sq. ft); Covered attached parking; Hardwoods throughout main level; & Whole House Generator. Schedule today!
Public Records
Jul 6, 2016
Sold
$222,000
$119/sq ft
Triad MLS #784843
Jul 6, 2016
Sold
$221,950
$119/sq ft
May 12, 2016
Pending
—
Apr 29, 2016
Price Changed
$229,900
$124/sq ft
Mar 28, 2016
Price Changed
$235,000
$126/sq ft
Feb 24, 2016
Listed
$239,900
$129/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 14, 2012
Sold
$212,000
$114/sq ft
Triad MLS #640001
Jun 14, 2012
Sold
$211,500
$114/sq ft
Apr 13, 2012
Listed
$224,900
$121/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 5, 2011
Sold
$219,000
$118/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 21, 1996
Sold
$112,000
$60/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,118 (+7.2%)
$66,000 + $307,600
$373,600
2024
$3,839 (+4.8%)
$62,900 + $210,800
$273,700
2022
$3,664 (+1.8%)
$62,900 + $216,000
$278,900
2021
$3,598 (+23.7%)
$62,900 + $216,000
$278,900
2020
$2,908 (−0.7%)
$62,900 + $147,700
$210,600
2019
$2,929 (+5.3%)
$62,900 + $147,700
$210,600
2018
$2,782 (−7.7%)
$62,900 + $147,700
$210,600
2017
$3,014 (+22.0%)
2016
$2,470 (+1.6%)
2015
$2,432 (+3.1%)
$59,950 + $127,755
$187,705
2014
$2,359
$59,950 + $127,755
$187,705
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.56 Acres
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
1,596
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Forsyth County
APN
6816019200
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
RS9
Residential Single Family District
The RS-9 District is primarily intended to accommodate relatively high density single family detached dwellings in urban areas.; This district is intended for application in GMAs 2 and 3 and may be suitable in Metro Activity Centers where public facilities, including public water and sewer, public roads, parks, and other governmental support services, are available.