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187 J Morgan

Forest City, NC 28043

4

bedrooms

3

baths

3,392

sq.ft.

$141

price per sf

Property TypeResidential
Year Built1956
Days on Market15
Carnarri Cofield

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Carnarri Cofield

REALTOR®

About This Property

Welcome to this beautifully updated one-story brick home lovingly nicknamed "Brickster" with a full finished basement, ideally located near downtown Forest City. Built in 1956, this mid-century modern home blends timeless charm with modern updates throughout its 3,392 sq. ft. The main floor features three bedrooms and two full baths. One bedroom is currently being used as an office and has double barn doors that open to the living room as well as a door that can be accessed from the hallway. A spacious living room with a stacked stone wood burning fireplace, a formal dining area, and a laundry chute for added convenience. Hardwood floors throughout. The kitchen was fully remodeled in 2025 and showcases granite countertops, new natural gas range, wall oven, pantry, dishwasher, large workstation sink, stainless hood, recessed lighting and LVP flooring — while keeping the home’s original charm with 12 feet of slanted windows overlooking the front yard and a stacked stone accent wall. The finished basement offers an additional living room with a brick wall and wood-burning fireplace (has gas logs but gas has been disconnected) , built-in cabinets and full-size refrigerator. 1 Bedroom, and a remodeled 2024 bathroom, plus a recreation/flex room and laundry room. A walk-out entrance provides easy access to the backyard. There is a small creek at the edge of the property. Set on a .6-acre wooded corner lot, this home offers privacy while being minutes from shops, schools, and restaurants. Enjoy watching as the deer visit the property daily. New central A/C (2025), new gas hot water heater (2021), New roof and windows (2011). A perfect blend of mid-century character and modern living. Furnishings are not included but are negotiable. Owner is Interior Designer & Agent / NC Licensed Real Estate Broker

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: 4
  • Full Baths: 3
  • Half Baths: 0
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Living Area: 3,392 sqft
  • New Construction: No
  • MLS #: 4313150

Additional Home Features

  • Subdivision: None

Association

  • HOA Required: No

Utilities

  • Cable Available
  • Electricity Connected
  • Natural Gas

Interior Features

  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • In Basement
  • Laundry Chute
  • Washer Hookup

Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Exhaust Fan
  • Exhaust Hood
  • Gas Range
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Refrigerator with Ice Maker
  • Wall Oven
  • Washer/Dryer

Construction Materials

  • Brick Partial
  • Stone
  • Vinyl
  • Wood
  • Foundation: Basement
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle

Cooling

  • Central Air

Foundation Details

  • Basement

Heating

  • Natural Gas

Laundry Features

  • In Basement
  • Laundry Chute
  • Washer Hookup

Levels

  • One

Parking Features

  • Attached Carport
  • Carport Spaces: 1
  • Covered Spaces: 1

Exterior Features

  • Patio/Porch: Covered, Deck, Rear Porch

Other Structures

  • Shed(s)

Road

  • Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete, Paved

Sewer

  • Public Sewer

WaterSource

  • City

Architectural Style

  • Ranch

Security Features

  • Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
  • Smoke Detector(s)

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Laminate
  • Wood

Fireplace

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Wood Burning

Tax and Financial Info

  • Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, Other - See Remarks

Location

Schools

Elementary

Unspecified

Middle

Unspecified

High School

Unspecified

LISTING COURTESY OF: AVL LIVING LLC

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Carnarri Cofield

$479,000

187 J Morgan

4 bed, 3 bath