
$399,999
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159 Big Island
Forest City, NC 28043
3
bedrooms
2
baths
2,202
sq.ft.
$182
price per sf

Presented By
Carnarri Cofield
REALTOR®
About This Property
Whether you envision a peaceful self-sustaining farming homestead, a functional equestrian estate, or a private family compound, this 6.25-acre property offers the opportunity. Perfectly blending rural charm with modern accessibility, you’ll enjoy a serene landscape of fenced pastures and woods just minutes from the shopping and dining of Forest City/Spindale and only 11 minutes from Tryon International Equestrian Center. This sprawling 2,202 sq. ft. main level living ranch features a new roof (installed four years ago) and a versatile floor plan. At its heart is a massive family room with vaulted ceilings, built-in bookcases, and a wood-burning fireplace. A second sun-drenched living area offers a mid-century modern vibe with a gas fireplace and seamless flow into the kitchen and dining spaces. A flexible adjacent room serves perfectly as a home office or formal dining area. Recently refinished hardwood floors in living room and bedrooms, freshly painted interior and new water heater (2022), this is a well-built and well-maintained home. Gated driveway. Expansion Potential: The unfinished basement with interior/exterior access is a blank canvas, already professionally waterproofed with a wall seal, dehumidification system, and sump pump. It offers an ideal footprint for a second living suite, income producing rental unit, or hobby space. With over six acres, the land itself provides the rare potential to subdivide or build additional homes. (buyer should check with the County for permitted uses) Ready for your horses or farm animals, the property includes a 2-stall barn with a dedicated feed/tack room; additional overhang shelters for livestock; a professional round pen featuring graded bluestone mix footing; Experience the best of country living without sacrificing convenience. This is more than just a home; it’s a multi-use investment with endless possibilities.
About the Neighborhood
Homes for sale in 28043 place buyers in Forest City, the Rutherford County seat approximately 65 miles southwest of Charlotte via US-74, a small city defined by its authentic Piedmont character, working industrial heritage, and a residential landscape offering exceptional value in the foothills of the Blue Ridge. The architectural stock blends late Victorian and Craftsman-era bungalows in the established downtown residential neighborhoods with mid-century brick ranches and newer construction on the city's expanding suburban streets. The revitalizing Downtown Forest City corridor along West Main Street anchors the community's commercial identity, while Isothermal Community College provides an educational and cultural anchor for the broader Rutherford County region. Lake Lure and Chimney Rock State Park — two of Western North Carolina's premier outdoor destinations — are within 30 minutes via scenic US-74A, making 28043 a compelling base for outdoor recreation enthusiasts. The 28043 real estate market delivers some of the most accessible price points in the greater Western Piedmont region, with substantial historic homes and newer construction available at values that remain highly competitive compared to Charlotte's suburban markets.
Property Features
Property Description
- Beds Total: 3
- Full Baths: 2
- Half Baths: 0
- Year Built: 1965
- Living Area: 2,202 sqft
- New Construction: No
- MLS #: 4374398
Additional Home Features
- Subdivision: None
- Neighborhood: None
Association
- HOA Required: No
Interior Features
- Heating: Central, Electric
- Cooling: Central Air, Electric
- In Basement
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Electric Cooktop
- Electric Water Heater
- Refrigerator
- Wall Oven
- Washer/Dryer
Construction Materials
- Brick Partial
- Vinyl
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Cooling
- Central Air
- Electric
Foundation Details
- Basement
Heating
- Central
- Electric
Laundry Features
- In Basement
Levels
- One
Parking Features
- Driveway
- Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Garage Faces Front
- Parking Space(s)
- Garage Spaces: 2
Exterior Features
- Livestock Run In
- Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Front Yard
- Patio/Porch: Deck
Road
- Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
- Road Surface Type: Concrete, Gated, Paved
Sewer
- Septic Installed
WaterSource
- Well
Architectural Style
- Ranch
Security Features
- Security System
Flooring
- Tile
- Linoleum
- Wood
Fireplace
- Fireplace: Yes
- Family Room
- Gas
- Living Room
- Wood Burning
Tax and Financial Info
- Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Location
LISTING COURTESY OF: SAUVÉ COLLECTIVE
carol@sauvecollective.com
$399,999
Est. Payment: $2,056/mo
Adjust down payment, rate & terms
159 Big Island
Forest City, NC 28043
3
bedrooms
2
baths
2,202
sq.ft.
$182
price per sf

Presented By
Carnarri Cofield
REALTOR®
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$399,999
159 Big Island
3 bed, 2 bath
