Is a car needed in Sparta, NC?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say car is needed

Is parking easy in Sparta, NC?

As of early 2026, 88% of users say parking is easy

Is there wildlife in Sparta, NC?

As of early 2026, 87% of users say there's wildlife

Are yards well-kept in Sparta, NC?

As of early 2026, 79% of users say yards are well-kept

As of early 2026, 65% of users say it's quiet

Does Sparta, NC show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 64% of users say there's holiday spirit

Would people walk alone at night in Sparta, NC?

As of early 2026, 63% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are neighbors friendly in Sparta, NC?

As of early 2026, 61% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is Sparta, NC dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 53% of users say it's dog friendly

Are there community events in Sparta, NC?

As of early 2026, 53% of users say there are community events

Do residents of Sparta, NC plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is Sparta, NC walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 42% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Do kids play outside in Sparta, NC?

As of early 2026, 36% of users say kids play outside

Are the streets well-lit in Sparta, NC?

As of early 2026, 35% of users say streets are well-lit

Is Sparta, NC walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

What is 534 Forest Hill Drive estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 534 Forest Hill Drive in Sparta, NC is $451,200 .

What is the price history for 534 Forest Hill Drive?

534 Forest Hill Drive in Sparta, NC last sold for $449,000 in August 2025.

Is Sparta a buyer's or seller's market?

Sparta is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What do residents say about Sparta?

Residents describe Sparta, NC as easy to park in, well-kept, and quiet. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Sparta, NC .

Does 534 Forest Hill Drive have air conditioning?

Yes, 534 Forest Hill Drive in Sparta, NC has air conditioning.

Does 534 Forest Hill Drive have laundry facilities?

Yes, 534 Forest Hill Drive in Sparta, NC has in-unit laundry.

OFF MARKET

$451,200

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,602 sqft (on 1.46 acres)

534 Forest Hill Drive, Sparta, NC 28675

Est. Refi. Payment $2,616/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 14, 2025 for $449,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$451K

Since last month

$300 (+0.1%)

Since last year

$2K (+0.5%)

Since last sale

$3K (+0.6%)

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
2026
August 2026	$452K
August 2026	$451K
July 2026	$451K
June 2026	$451K
May 2026	$451K
April 2026	$449K
March 2026	$453K
February 2026	$450K
January 2026	$453K
2025
December 2025	$448K
November 2025	$450K
October 2025	$447K
September 2025	$449K
August 2025	$449K
July 2025	$445K
June 2025	$417K
May 2025	$417K
April 2025	$413K
March 2025	$413K
February 2025	$407K
January 2025	$405K
2024
December 2024	$406K
November 2024	$406K
October 2024	$395K
September 2024	$392K
August 2024	$392K
July 2024	$392K
June 2024	$395K
May 2024	$389K
April 2024	$387K
March 2024	$383K
February 2024	$378K
January 2024	$375K
2023
December 2023	$375K
November 2023	$380K
October 2023	$383K
September 2023	$387K
August 2023	$383K
July 2023	$383K
June 2023	$383K
May 2023	$375K
April 2023	$369K
March 2023	$368K
February 2023	$360K
January 2023	$355K
2022
December 2022	$356K
November 2022	$359K
October 2022	$362K
September 2022	$366K
August 2022	$363K
July 2022	$366K
June 2022	$369K
May 2022	$367K
April 2022	$360K
March 2022	$351K
February 2022	$345K
January 2022	$341K
2021
December 2021	$337K
November 2021	$331K
October 2021	$327K
September 2021	$319K
August 2021	$315K
July 2021	$314K
June 2021	$308K
May 2021	$278K
April 2021	$275K
March 2021	$274K
February 2021	$273K
January 2021	$267K
2020
December 2020	$266K
November 2020	$265K
October 2020	$261K
September 2020	$260K
August 2020	$259K
July 2020	$259K
June 2020	$258K
May 2020	$257K
April 2020	$255K
March 2020	$255K
February 2020	$254K
January 2020	$251K
2019
December 2019	$250K
November 2019	$250K
October 2019	$250K
September 2019	$249K
August 2019	$248K
July 2019	$247K
June 2019	$246K
May 2019	$245K
April 2019	$244K
March 2019	$243K
February 2019	$242K
January 2019	$241K
2018
December 2018	$240K
November 2018	$238K
October 2018	$237K
September 2018	$236K
August 2018	$238K
July 2018	$236K
June 2018	$240K
May 2018	$243K
April 2018	$225K
March 2018	$222K
February 2018	$224K
January 2018	$223K
2017
December 2017	$235K
November 2017	$223K
October 2017	$222K
September 2017	$221K
August 2017	$220K
July 2017	$219K
June 2017	$218K
May 2017	$217K
April 2017	$216K
March 2017	$215K
February 2017	$214K
January 2017	$212K
2016
December 2016	$211K
November 2016	$210K
October 2016	$209K
September 2016	$208K

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
337 Pioneer Ridge, Sparta, NC	0.54	Single-Family Home	$306,000	03/13/26	2	1.5	1,680
1395 Tom's Knob, Sparta, NC	0.32	Single-Family Home	$520,000	10/14/25	3	3	2,769
356 Irwin Farm Lane, Sparta, NC	1.48	Single-Family Home	$640,000	02/12/26	2	2.5	3,296
273 Walnut Branch Church Road, Sparta, NC	1.92	Single-Family Home	$160,000	01/14/26	2	1	700
113 Eastwood Park Dr SE, Lenoir, NC	2.59	Single-Family Home	$228,900	12/19/25	3	2	1,800

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
Lot 61 Forest Hill Drive, Sparta, NC 28675	0.06	$30,300	-	-	-	For Sale
Lot 62 Laurel Mountain Drive, Sparta, NC 28675	0.11	$28,800	-	-	-	For Sale
TBD Laurel Mountain Drive, Sparta, NC 28675	0.09	-	-	-	-	Off Market
Lot 67 Laurel Mountain Drive, Sparta, NC 28675	0.09	$20,700	-	-	-	For Sale
TBD Forest Hill Drive, Sparta, NC 28675	0.09	$35,000	-	-	-	For Sale
Lot 68 Forest Hill Drive, Sparta, NC 28675	0.09	$16,500	-	-	-	For Sale
Lot 55 Laurel Mountain Drive, Sparta, NC 28675	0.16	$29,540	-	-	-	For Sale
Lot 58 Toms Knob Road, Sparta, NC 28675	0.18	$57,000	-	-	-	For Sale
Lot 74 Forest Hill Drive, Sparta, NC 28675	0.13	$34,600	-	-	-	For Sale
Lot 54 Toms Knob Road, Sparta, NC 28675	0.17	$27,930	-	-	-	For Sale
Lot 69 Laurel Mountain Drive, Sparta, NC 28675	0.15	$42,000	-	-	-	For Sale

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 534 Forest Hill Drive.
Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 2007

1.46 acre lot

1,602 sqft

$282/sqft

Garage

HOA $33/mo

About this House

Nestled in a peaceful and serene setting this inviting mountain home offers the perfect blend of comfort, space and natural beauty. Situated on 1.46 acres, this home features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths thoughtfully designed for easy one level living. Step inside to find a spacious living area with cathedral ceiling and a stunning stone fireplace. The home boasts of the rare to find 2 car garage with easy access into the house. There is a finished room above the garage that can serve as a bonus room, game room, office or guest bedroom. Conveniently located between Sparta and West Jefferson. You will enjoy easy access to shopping, dining, the Blue Ridge Parkway and endless outdoor adventures along the nearby river and hiking trails. Furnished with some exceptions and ready to continue as a successful vacation rental property. B113-RPS

534 Forest Hill Drive, Sparta, NC 28675 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,602 sqft single-family home built in 2007. It last sold for the $449,000 asking price on Aug 14, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $451,200, with a rent estimate of $1,783/month.

Last check for updates: about 15 hours ago

Listed by Rita Perry Spicer, (336) 246-6348

Howard Hanna Allen Tate Ashe High Country Realty

Bought with: Jules Blaylock, (336) 909-3743, Elevate Land & Realty Banner Elk

Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.

Source: High Country AOR, MLS#256748

Home Details for 534 Forest Hill Drive

Interior Features
Interior Details Basement: Crawl Space,Exterior Entry,Unfinished
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1602 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: High Speed Internet Available, Septic AvailableAppliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave Hood Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, WasherDishwasherDryerLaundry: Dryer Hookup,Main LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling Heating: Electric,Heat PumpHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Electric,Heat PumpHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Electric
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: One, StoneHas a Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: One
View Has a ViewView: Mountain(s)

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: MetalOther Structures: OutbuildingExterior: Fire Pit, Out Building(s)Foundation: Basement
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage,Two Car Garage
Frontage Road Frontage: Private RoadRoad Surface Type: GravelNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer Sewer: Septic Tank
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 1602 Square Feet

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 2007
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Log Home,Mountain
Building Construction Materials: Log, Log Siding, Wood FrameDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information Parcel Number: 3031906833

Price & Status
Price List Price: $449,000

Active Status
MLS Status: Closed

Location
Direction & Address City: SpartaCommunity: Laurel Mountain Estates
School Information Elementary School: PineyCreekHigh School: Alleghany

Building
Building Area Building Area: 1602 Square Feet

Community
Community Features: Long Term Rental Allowed, Short Term Rental Allowed

HOA
Association for this Listing: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.Has an HOAHOA Fee: $400/Annually

Lot Information
Lot Area: 1.46 Acres

Offer
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, New Loan, USDA Loan, VA Loan

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees
Furnished

Miscellaneous
BasementMls Number: 256748Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (336) 246-6348Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1602Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-37005-N-3031906833-R-N

Additional Information
Long Term Rental AllowedShort Term Rental AllowedDays On Market Replication: 38

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Aug 14, 2025 Source: High Country AOR #256748	Sold	$449,000
Jul 15, 2025 Source: High Country AOR #256748	Contingent	$449,000
Jul 7, 2025 Source: High Country AOR #256748	Listed For Sale	$449,000
Aug 31, 2018 Source: High Country AOR #206047	Sold	$235,000
Aug 15, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	PendingToActive	$249,500
Aug 15, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$249,500
Aug 15, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$249,500
Apr 13, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$249,500
Dec 1, 2017 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$249,500
Sep 20, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$249,500
Dec 5, 2014 Source: High Country AOR #39154905	Sold	$190,000
Mar 29, 2007 Source: N/A	Sold	$28,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$1,631	$233,300

Additional Cost

Market trends in Sparta

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Around this home

Piney Creek Elementary
PK-8
Public
178 Students
Alleghany County School District
5/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
Mike Edwards was a wonderful principal! He was caring and supportive to students, staff and parents. He provided discipline and leadership in a positive manner. He is greatly missed.
Parent Review
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What Locals Say about Sparta

At least 11 Trulia users voted on each feature.

100 % Say car is needed
88 % Say parking is easy
87 % Say there's wildlife
79 % Say yards are well-kept
65 % Say it's quiet
64 % Say there's holiday spirit
63 % Say people would walk alone at night
61 % Say neighbors are friendly
53 % Say it's dog friendly
53 % Say there are community events
50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
42 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
36 % Say kids play outside
35 % Say streets are well-lit
33 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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Victoria D.
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6y ago
"I live in the county part of Sparta. I live on the highway so there really isn't any place to walk your dogs except in your yard."
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Victoria D.
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6y ago
"We have no public transportation here and no jobs you have to go out of the area for work. Winston-Salem is an hour away, you might find a job in Elkin, Wilkesboro, Mt. Airy, or maybe in Virginia. "
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Frequently asked questions about 534 Forest Hill Drive

What is 534 Forest Hill Drive estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 534 Forest Hill Drive in Sparta, NC is $451,200.
What is the price history for 534 Forest Hill Drive?
534 Forest Hill Drive in Sparta, NC last sold for $449,000 in August 2025.
Is Sparta a buyer's or seller's market?
Sparta is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What do residents say about Sparta?
Residents describe Sparta, NC as easy to park in, well-kept, and quiet. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Sparta, NC.
Does 534 Forest Hill Drive have air conditioning?
Yes, 534 Forest Hill Drive in Sparta, NC has air conditioning.
Does 534 Forest Hill Drive have laundry facilities?
Yes, 534 Forest Hill Drive in Sparta, NC has in-unit laundry.