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$262,000

185 Elizabeth Ave, Forest City, NC 28043

2beds

1,602sqft

Single Family Residence

Built in 1949

0.47 Acres Lot

$276,000 Zestimate^®

$164/sqft

$1,430 Estimated rent

Home value

$276,000

$254,000 - $298,000

$1,430/mo

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What's special

A MUST SEE - This adorable and beautifully remodeled 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is just a short walk from the heart of Forest City! Enjoy the convenience of being steps away from local shops, restaurants, and vibrant community events on Main Street. Step inside to find a bright, open, and airy interior with modern updates. The home offers exceptional storage space and sits on a generously sized lot with lush, established landscaping—perfect for relaxing or entertaining outdoors. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, downsizing, or looking for a turnkey home in a walkable neighborhood, this one checks all the boxes. Don’t miss this gem in a prime location!

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

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

Primary bedroom

Level: Main

Heating

Heat Pump, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air, Electric

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Other
Laundry: Mud Room, Main Level

Features

Flooring: Linoleum, Vinyl, Wood, Other
Doors: Screen Door(s), Sliding Doors, Storm Door(s)
Basement: Storage Space,Sump Pump
Fireplace features: Insert, Primary Bedroom

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,602
Total interior livable area: 1,602 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,602
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage on Main Level
Attached garage spaces: 1
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Patio & porch: Front Porch, Patio
Exterior features: Rainwater Catchment

Lot

Size: 0.47 Acres
Features: Level, Sloped, Wooded

Details

Additional structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)
Parcel number: 422535
Zoning: R-15
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Vinyl
Foundation: Crawl Space
Roof: Metal

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1949

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Satellite Internet Available, Wired Internet Available

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Street Lights
Subdivision: none

Location

Region: Forest City

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $164/sqft
Tax assessed value: $214,500
Date on market: 5/1/2025
Cumulative days on market: 159 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Electric utility on property: Yes
Road surface type: Concrete, Paved

Price history

Date	Event	Price
11/12/2025	Sold	$262,000-3.7%$164/sqft
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4253837 Report a problem
8/21/2025	Price change	$272,000-1.1%$170/sqft
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4253837 Report a problem
7/6/2025	Price change	$275,000-3.5%$172/sqft
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4253837 Report a problem
5/15/2025	Price change	$285,000-4.7%$178/sqft
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4253837 Report a problem
5/2/2025	Listed for sale	$299,000+125.7%$187/sqft
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4253837 Report a problem
5/22/2020	Sold	$132,500-1.9%$83/sqft
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3594768 Report a problem
5/8/2020	Pending sale	$135,000$84/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Journey #47549 Report a problem
4/16/2020	Listed for sale	$135,000$84/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Journey #3594768 Report a problem
4/16/2020	Pending sale	$135,000$84/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Journey #3594768 Report a problem
3/20/2020	Listed for sale	$135,000$84/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Journey #3594768 Report a problem
2/27/2020	Pending sale	$135,000$84/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Journey #3594768 Report a problem
2/25/2020	Listed for sale	$135,000$84/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Journey #3594768 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	--	$214,500
2024	$2,252 +12.5%	$214,500 +12.3%
2023	$2,002 +30.5%	$191,000 +48.5%
2022	$1,534 +35.1%	$128,600
2021	$1,136 +7.2%	$128,600 +7.3%
2020	$1,060	$119,900
2019	--	$119,900 +52.5%
2018	--	$78,600
2016	--	$78,600
2013	--	$78,600
2012	--	$78,600
2011	--	$78,600 -8.7%
2010	--	$86,100
2009	--	$86,100