486 E Main St
Forest City, NC 28043
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,624 sqft (on 0.85 acres)
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,624 sqft
(on 0.85 acres)
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$205KSince last month
Increased$2K (+1%)Since last year
Increased$3K (+1.5%)Since last sale
Increased$165K (+413.5%)Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.
Trulia Estimate
The of this home's value increased by +117% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| August 2026 | $205K |
| July 2026 | $203K |
| June 2026 | $208K |
| May 2026 | $208K |
| April 2026 | $207K |
| March 2026 | $205K |
| February 2026 | $202K |
| January 2026 | $209K |
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Comparable sales
These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.13 | Single-Family Home | $67,000 | 04/02/26 | 2 | 1 | 798 | |
0.07 | Single-Family Home | $96,000 | 09/15/25 | 2 | 2 | 1,868 | |
0.06 | Single-Family Home | $235,000 | 06/03/26 | 2 | 2 | 1,452 | |
0.12 | Single-Family Home | $227,900 | 04/21/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,179 | |
0.24 | Single-Family Home | $70,000 | 01/07/26 | 2 | 1 | 956 | |
0.09 | Single-Family Home | $230,000 | 08/28/25 | 2 | 2 | 1,628 | |
0.04 | Single-Family Home | $334,900 | 11/18/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,619 | |
0.36 | Single-Family Home | $262,000 | 11/12/25 | 2 | 2 | 1,602 | |
0.22 | Single-Family Home | $168,919 | 11/07/25 | 5 | 1 | 1,923 | |
0.06 | Single-Family Home | $269,000 | 01/14/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,320 |
Nearby home prices
Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.Address | Distance | Price | Bed | Bath | Sqft | Status |
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0.06 | $269,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,320 | Recently Sold | |
0.04 | $200,000 | 2 | 1 | 944 | For Sale | |
0.04 | $334,900 | 3 | 2 | 1,619 | Recently Sold | |
0.09 | $241,200 | 2 | 2 | 1,628 | Off Market | |
0.05 | $275,500 | 3 | 2 | 1,232 | Off Market | |
0.06 | $235,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,452 | Recently Sold | |
0.09 | $375,000 | 4 | 2 | 2,739 | For Sale | |
0.07 | - | - | - | - | Off Market | |
0.09 | $279,500 | 2 | 1 | 1,566 | Off Market | |
0.10 | $177,000 | 2 | 1 | 675 | Off Market | |
0.13 | $219,900 | 2 | 2 | 1,375 | For Sale | |
0.15 | $294,300 | 3 | 2 | 2,111 | Off Market |
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1920
Lot Size
0.85 acres
Living Area
1,624 sqft
Price/Sqft
$126
Parking
Garage
About this House
This single-family home is located at 486 E Main St, Forest City, NC. 486 E Main St is in Forest City, NC and in ZIP code 28043. This property has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 1,624 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.85 acres and was built in 1920.
486 E Main St, Forest City, NC 28043 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,624 sqft single-family home built in 1920. It last sold for $40,000 on Nov 1, 1999. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $205,400, with a rent estimate of $1,002/month.
Home Details for 486 E Main St
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Interior Details Basement |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Heat PumpAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Heat Pump |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Carpet, Hardwood |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: BrickFoundation Type: Other |
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Carport, Garage Attached |
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Year Built Year Built: 1920Year Updated: 1920 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home |
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Lot Area: 0.85 acres |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Jun 1, 2025 Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4224432 | ListingRemoved | $215,000 |
May 6, 2025 Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4224432 | PriceChange | $215,000 Price decreased by 6% |
Feb 19, 2025 Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4224432 | Listed For Sale | $229,000 |
Nov 1, 1999 Source: N/A | Sold | $40,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | Unavailable | $132,900 |
Home facts updated by county records
Market trends in Forest City
Last updated July 2026
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Available listings
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What Locals Say about Forest City
At least 44 Trulia users voted on each feature.
83 % Say parking is easy
82 % Say car is needed
82 % Say yards are well-kept
64 % Say kids play outside
59 % Say it's quiet
59 % Say there's holiday spirit
54 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
49 % Say there's wildlife
49 % Say it's dog friendly
49 % Say streets are well-lit
47 % Say neighbors are friendly
44 % Say people would walk alone at night
42 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
35 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
32 % Say there are sidewalks
28 % Say there are community events
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Frequently asked questions about 486 E Main St
- What is 486 E Main St estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 486 E Main St in Forest City, NC is $205,400.
- What is the price history for 486 E Main St?486 E Main St in Forest City, NC last sold for $40,000 in November 1999.
- Is Forest City a buyer's or seller's market?Forest City is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What do residents say about Forest City?Residents describe Forest City, NC as easy to park in, well-kept, and quiet. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Forest City, NC.
- How big is the lot at 486 E Main St?The lot at 486 E Main St in Forest City, NC is about 0.85 acres (37,026 sq ft).
- Does 486 E Main St have a garage?Yes, 486 E Main St in Forest City, NC has a garage.
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