Charming Move-In Ready Brick Ranch with Screened Porch & Beautiful Yard!
Don't miss this well-kept 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath brick ranch conveniently located between Forest City and Spindale. Surrounded by mature shade trees and situated on a spacious lot, this home offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and timeless appeal.
Inside, you'll find gleaming hardwood floors, comfortable living spaces, spacious bedrooms, and a functional kitchen with plenty of storage and workspace. The large dining area flows seamlessly into the heart of the home, making everyday living easy.
Step outside and enjoy one of the property's most desirable features—a spacious screened porch that's perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying Carolina evenings without the bugs. An attached one-bay carport adds convenience, while the large backyard offers plenty of room for outdoor activities, gardening, or pets.
With public water, move-in-ready condition, and a location close to shopping, dining, schools, and everyday amenities, this home is ready for its next chapter. Schedule your showing today!
Under contract-show
Price cut: $15K (8/24)
$220,000
255 Smith Grove Rd, Forest City, NC 28043
3beds
1,138sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
0.43 Acres Lot
$216,300 Zestimate®
$193/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Gleaming hardwood floorsSpacious bedroomsSpacious lotComfortable living spaces
- 106 days
- 128
- 3
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Charles Burgess charles@epiclifewnc.com,
Epic Life Realty Group
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4397247
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Utility Room
Features
- Has basement: No
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas, Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,138
- Total interior livable area: 1,138 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,138
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached Carport, Driveway
- Carport spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Screened, Side Porch
- Fencing: Back Yard,Chain Link,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.43 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 423959
- Zoning: R15
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Full, Wood
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Forestdale Park
Location
- Region: Forest City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $193/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $171,000
- Date on market: 6/24/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 107 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete, Paved
Estimated market value
$216,300
$205,000 - $227,000
$1,533/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/24/2026 | Price change | $220,000-6.4%$193/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4397247 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $235,000+161.1%$207/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4397247 Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2015 | Listing removed | $800$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rental Network Report a problem | ||
| 10/20/2015 | Listed for rent | $800$1/sqft |
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| 11/17/2006 | Sold | $90,000$79/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $171,000 |
| 2024 | $1,798 +0.3% | $171,000 |
| 2023 | $1,793 +51.6% | $171,000 +72.7% |
| 2022 | $1,183 +35% | $99,000 |
| 2021 | $876 | $99,000 |
| 2020 | $876 | $99,000 |
| 2019 | -- | $99,000 +55.4% |
| 2018 | $571 | $63,700 |
| 2016 | $571 | $63,700 |
| 2013 | $571 | $63,700 |
| 2012 | -- | $63,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $63,700 -11.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $72,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $72,200 |
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