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261 Old Caroleen Road,Forest City, NC 28043
Forest City, NC 28043
Description
Welcome home to 261 Old Caroleen Road in the charming town of Forest City, NC! This beautiful brick ranch combines timeless character with the comfort and convenience of everyday living. With its classic brick exterior, welcoming atmosphere, and practical ranch-style layout, there's plenty to love about this property. Recently updated flooring in the kitchen and adjoining bathroom brings a fresh touch to the interior, while a driveway extending around the back of the home provides additional parking and easy access for family and guests. From its traditional charm to its everyday functionality, this home has so much to offer! Location is another highlight! Just minutes from the heart of historic downtown Forest City, you'll enjoy convenient access to locally owned boutiques, delicious restaurants and coffee shops. Spend your day taking in the small-town charm that makes Forest City so special. One of this home's most exciting features is its unfinished basement, full of possibilities! With both interior and exterior entrances and an already started, unfinished bathroom, this space offers incredible potential for future expansion. Imagine transforming it into a private studio-style retreat, comfortable guest accommodations for visiting family and friends, or even a potential rental space for additional income, subject to necessary approvals. Whether you're dreaming of extra living space or exploring future investment opportunities, this basement gives you room to bring your vision to life! Whether you're enjoying a quiet evening at home, welcoming guests, or heading downtown for a little fun, this property offers a wonderful blend of comfort, convenience, and opportunity. Full of charm, possibilities, and potential, this home is ready for its next chapter. All that's missing is you! Seller has not occupied the property. To the seller's knowledge, the home is equipped with an electric heat pump for heating and cooling. A natural gas meter is located on the exterior of the home, with gas lines running to the water heater and fireplace. Seller cannot confirm whether the fireplace has ever been operated using natural gas and makes no representations regarding the fireplace's gas connection, operation, or functionality. Buyer and buyer's agent are encouraged to independently verify all information, including utility connections and system functionality.
Details
| MLS # | 4431394 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1952 |
| Days On Site | 6 |
| Listing Provided By | Asheworth Group WNC Real Estate LLC | Lauren Morris |
Features
| Bed(s) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 3 Total |
| SQ Feet | 1,730 |
| Garage | 1 |
| Basement | Y |
| Story(s) | 1 |
| Acreage | 0.74 |
Interior
| Cooling | Electric, Heat Pump |
|---|---|
| Heating | Electric, Heat Pump |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer |
Exterior
| Roof | Fiberglass |
|---|---|
| Construction Materials | Brick Full |
| Foundation Details | Basement |
| Lot Features | Corner Lot |
Parking
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Basement, Driveway |
Other
| List Aor | Foothills Realtor Association of North Carolina |
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Taxes
| Property | 242000 |
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Area Information
| State | NC |
|---|---|
| County | Rutherford |
| City | Forest City |
| Zip Code | 28043 |
| Area | Rutherford |
| School District | East Rutherford |
| Elementary School | Unspecified |
| High School | East Rutherford |
| Listing VS Median (in 28043) | |
Price: $279,900 low | high Med: $269,000 sqft: 1,730 low | high Med: 1,858 $ / sqft: $162 low | high Med: $145 On site: 6 low | high Med: 73 | |
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| State | NC |
|---|---|
| County | Rutherford |
| City | Forest City |
| Zip Code | 28043 |
| Area | Rutherford |
| School District | East Rutherford |
| Elementary School | Unspecified |
| High School | East Rutherford |
| Listing VS Median (in 28043) | |
Price: $279,900 low | high Med: $269,000 sqft: 1,730 low | high Med: 1,858 $ / sqft: $162 low | high Med: $145 On site: 6 low | high Med: 73 | |
Listings courtesy of Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.
The Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998, 17 U.S.C. § 512 (the “DMCA”) provides recourse for copyright owners who believe that material appearing on the Internet infringes their rights under U.S. copyright law. If you believe in good faith that any content or material made available in connection with our website or services infringes your copyright, you (or your agent) may send us a notice requesting that the content or material be removed, or access to it blocked. Notices must be sent in writing by email to DMCAnotice@MLSGrid.com.
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