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$498,000

178 Star Trail Dr, Forest City, NC 28043

3beds

1,944sqft

Modular

Built in 2017

9.46 Acres Lot

$504,900 Zestimate^®

$256/sqft

$1,960 Estimated rent

Home value

$504,900

$399,000 - $641,000

$1,960/mo

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What's special

Above-ground poolSeparate dog runFenced pasture area

Pure sweetness is the best way to describe this classic country charmer. Nestled on 9+ unrestricted acres bordered by a bold & easily accessible creek, this property is a definite MUST SEE. The home features a split bedroom open concept layout w/covered front & rear porches. Spacious family room at the back of the house, walk-in closets in every bedroom, and laundry/mudroom that conveniently exits to the back deck. All metal, detached double car garage w/high ceiling to accommodate taller vehicles, fenced pasture area and separate dog run, plus above-ground pool. Huge 47'x30' metal outbuilding w/separate electric panel, 3 rollup bay doors, and lean-to shed on the side. Public water, quick access to NC Hwy 221 and Hwy 74, and less than 15 minutes to downtown Forest City...the perfect situation to enjoy rural living without being remote. New Year BONUS - brand new roof just installed!!!

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2
Main level bedrooms: 3

Primary bedroom

Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Level: Main

Bedroom s

Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Level: Main

Bedroom s

Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Level: Main

Bathroom full

Features: Garden Tub
Level: Main

Bathroom full

Level: Main

Dining area

Level: Main

Family room

Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Tray Ceiling(s)
Level: Main

Kitchen

Features: Kitchen Island
Level: Main

Laundry

Level: Main

Living room

Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Split BR Plan, Tray Ceiling(s)
Level: Main

Heating

Electric, Heat Pump

Cooling

Electric, Heat Pump

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Mud Room, Laundry Room, Main Level, Washer Hookup

Features

Soaking Tub, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring: Vinyl
Has basement: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,944
Total interior livable area: 1,944 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,944
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Circular Driveway, Driveway, Detached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Garage on Main Level
Garage spaces: 2
Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Details: 2 parking spaces in detached garage (does not include the metal outbuilding/shop which offers 3 bays).

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Has private pool: Yes
Pool features: Above Ground, Outdoor Pool
Fencing: Fenced,Back Yard
On waterfront: Yes
Waterfront features: None, Creek, Creek/Stream

Lot

Size: 9.46 Acres
Features: Level, Pasture, Wooded

Details

Additional structures: Auto Shop, Outbuilding, Shed(s), Workshop
Parcel number: 1650643
Zoning: None
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Modular

Materials

Vinyl
Foundation: Crawl Space

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 2017

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Septic Installed
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Electricity Connected

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: None

Location

Region: Forest City

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $256/sqft
Tax assessed value: $331,200
Date on market: 3/24/2026
Cumulative days on market: 25 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,FMHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
Exclusions: TV mounts, white shed, car lift, black cabinets & shelves in shop
Electric utility on property: Yes
Road surface type: Gravel

Price history

Date	Event	Price
5/28/2026	Sold	$498,000+0.6%$256/sqft
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4358922 Report a problem
3/24/2026	Listed for sale	$495,000-3.9%$255/sqft
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4358922 Report a problem
2/7/2026	Listing removed	$515,000$265/sqft
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4284422 Report a problem
10/15/2025	Price change	$515,000-3.7%$265/sqft
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4284422 Report a problem
9/20/2025	Price change	$535,000-3.6%$275/sqft
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4284422 Report a problem
8/8/2025	Price change	$555,000-3.5%$285/sqft
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4284422 Report a problem
7/23/2025	Listed for sale	$575,000+1917.5%$296/sqft
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4284422 Report a problem
4/27/2015	Sold	$28,500$15/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	--	$331,200
2024	$1,914 +0.3%	$331,200
2023	$1,909 +16.1%	$331,200 +45.1%
2022	$1,644 +2.9%	$228,200
2021	$1,599 +13.8%	$228,200 +10.6%
2020	$1,405	$206,300
2019	--	$206,300 +9.3%
2018	$164	$188,700 +689.5%
2016	$164	$23,900