$199,900
170 Franklin Dr, Forest City, NC 28043
3 bed · 1.5 bath · 1,454 sq ft
3
bedrooms
1.5
baths
1,454
sq.ft.
$137
price per sf
Presented by Citadel Cofield · Office (980) 272-8547
About This Property
Brick Ranch with Investment Potential Near Downtown Forest City! If you're looking for a property with a great location and room to add value, take a look at this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath brick ranch located just minutes from downtown Forest City. With 1,454 square feet of living space and a generous 0.44-acre lot, this property offers a solid opportunity for an investor or buyer willing to put in some work. The home features a metal roof, new water heater, and some updated electrical, along with a functional floor plan and classic brick exterior. The property needs some TLC, but the existing improvements and spacious lot make it a great starting point for a renovation or investment project. Priced to sell, this one is ready for someone to bring their vision to life. The exterior offers plenty of useful space and amenities, including a covered back porch, fully fenced backyard, attached one-car carport, and a detached carport. The backyard provides just the right amount of space for outdoor activities, pets, gardening, or entertaining. An outbuilding offers convenient storage for lawn equipment, tools, or hobbies. Conveniently located close to downtown Forest City, this property offers the best of both convenience and potential. Whether you're an investor searching for your next project or a buyer looking for a home with room to improve and build equity, this property is worth a closer look!
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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
- Bathrooms: 1 Full | 1 Half
- Year Built: 1961
- Living Area: 1,454 sqft
- New Construction: No
- MLS #: 4431691
Additional Home Features
- Subdivision: Other
- Neighborhood: Other
Association
- HOA Required: No
Interior Features
- Heating: Heat Pump
- Cooling: Heat Pump
- Laundry Room
Appliances
- Electric Range
- Electric Water Heater
Construction Materials
- Brick Full
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Foundation Details
- Crawl Space
Heating
- Heat Pump
Laundry Features
- Laundry Room
Levels
- One
Parking Features
- Attached Carport
- Detached Carport
- Driveway
- Carport Spaces: 2
Exterior Features
- Fencing: Back Yard, Chain Link
Road
- Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
- Road Surface Type: Concrete, Paved
Sewer
- Public Sewer
WaterSource
- City
Architectural Style
- Ranch
Fireplace
- Fireplace: No
Tax and Financial Info
- Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional
Location
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$199,900
Est. Payment: $1,027/mo
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Forest City, NC 28043
3
bedrooms
1.5
baths
1,454
sq.ft.
$137
price per sf
Presented By
Carnarri Cofield
REALTOR®
Office: (980) 272-8547
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