New price reduction, bring all offers, sellers are motivated. Home has passed VA appraisal and inspection. I have the VA appraisal and the inspection performed by the buyers which can be provided upon request. NEW EVERYTHING! This 2300 square foot home in the heart of Forest City has been completely renovated. New roof, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, drywall, floors, kitchen, windows, and bathrooms. The two fully updated bathrooms feature subway tile in the shower with all new fixtures, toilets, and vanities along with penny tile flooring. In the kitchen you will find a gorgeous quartz countertop with undermounted sink and brand new cabinets. The main level features Pergo flooring throughout. Continuing on to the lower level you will find two additional bedrooms, bonus room, and utility room and 3 mini splits for zone comfort.
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$265,000
254 Arlington St, Forest City, NC 28043
5beds
2,389sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1942
0.31 Acres Lot
$216,200 Zestimate®
$111/sqft
$2,004 Estimated rent
Home value
$216,200
$205,000 - $227,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Marla Machado marlasellsWNC@gmail.com,
EXP Realty LLC
Bought with:
LaTanya Blackmon
Mark Spain Real Estate
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4035833
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Flooring: Concrete, Wood
- Basement: Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,220
- Total interior livable area: 2,389 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,220
- Finished area below ground: 1,169
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch
Lot
- Size: 0.31 Acres
- Features: Cleared
Details
- Parcel number: 420952
- Zoning: R8
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1942
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Cool Springs
Location
- Region: Forest City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $111/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $83,600
- Date on market: 5/31/2023
- Cumulative days on market: 149 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Gravel
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/10/2026 | Listing removed | $219,900$92/sqft |
Source: eXp Realty #4308994 Report a problem | ||
| 12/17/2025 | Price change | $219,900-4.3%$92/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4308994 Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2025 | Price change | $229,900-6.1%$96/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4308994 Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $244,900-7.6%$103/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4308994 Report a problem | ||
| 12/21/2023 | Sold | $265,000$111/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4035833 Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/2023 | Price change | $265,000-11.4%$111/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4035833 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2023 | Price change | $299,000+0.7%$125/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4035833 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2023 | Listed for sale | $297,000$124/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4035833 Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2023 | Pending sale | $297,000$124/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4035833 Report a problem | ||
| 9/14/2023 | Price change | $297,000-2.6%$124/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4035833 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2023 | Price change | $305,000-3.8%$128/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4035833 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2023 | Price change | $317,000-6.5%$133/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4035833 Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2023 | Price change | $339,000-2.9%$142/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #CAR4035833 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2023 | Listed for sale | $349,000$146/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #CAR4035833 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $252,700 |
| 2024 | $2,651 +70% | $252,700 +70.1% |
| 2023 | $1,559 +55.9% | $148,600 +77.8% |
| 2022 | $1,000 +35% | $83,600 |
| 2021 | $741 | $83,600 |
| 2020 | $741 | $83,600 |
| 2019 | -- | $83,600 +14.7% |
| 2018 | $654 | $72,900 |
| 2016 | $654 | $72,900 |
| 2013 | $654 | $72,900 |
| 2012 | -- | $72,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $72,900 -9.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $80,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $80,400 |
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Neighborhood: 28043
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Forest City-Dunbar Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.5 mi
- 3/10East Rutherford Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.6 mi
- 5/10East Rutherford High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Forest City-Dunbar
- Middle: East Rutherford
- High: East Rutherford
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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