771 E  Main St, Forest City, NC 28043
OFF MARKET

771 E Main St
Forest City, NC 28043

  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 3,038 sqft (on 3.99 acres)

$322,000

Trulia Estimate
as of May 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,862/mo*

$322,000

Trulia Estimate
as of May 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,862/mo*
5 Beds
2 Baths
3,038 sqft
(on 3.99 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Charming brick cottage sitting on almost 4 acres just inside Forest City limits. House has 3 beds/1 bath and a partial basement. Laundry on main level. Hardwood floors throughout. Fireplaces in living room and in two of bedrooms. House needs some TLC but could be beautiful with some work. There is also an apartment/garage on property. Apartment has 2 bed/1bath. Hardwood floors with exception of kitchen and bath. Apartment has been rented in past but no current tenant. This is a perfect location, private and country feel, yet walking distance to shops and restaurants in downtown Forest City. Train track nearby and train usually runs around 3-4 times a day according to seller.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from July 28, 2023

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 771 E Main St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Partial,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 2Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Laundry
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3038 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water HeaterLaundry: Main Level
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,Electric,Propane,OtherHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ceiling Fan(s),Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: One
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Foundation: Crawl Space
Parking & Garage
No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: Driveway,Detached Garage,Garage on Main Level
Frontage
Responsible for Road Maintenance: Publicly Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: Gravel
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Installed
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1919 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 495 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 6

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1933
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Brick FullNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 427164

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $279,900

Location

Direction & Address
City: Forest CityCommunity: None
School Information
Elementary School: UnspecifiedJr High / Middle School: UnspecifiedHigh School: Unspecified

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1919 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3.99 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 4040825Attribution Contact: anissagreene@att.netAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1919
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by Anissa Greene
Purple Martin Realty, Inc.
Bought with: Kenna Faber, (828) 331-9807, Kenna Faber Real Estate
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#4040825

Price History for 771 E Main St

DatePriceEventSource
07/28/2023$260,000Sold
Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4040825
06/15/2023$279,900Listed For SaleCanopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #CAR4040825
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax
Assessment$234,700
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 771 E Main St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.26
Single-Family Home
$449,000
06/13/25
3
2
2,465
0.47
Single-Family Home
$230,000
05/20/26
3
2
1,621
0.53
Single-Family Home
$262,000
07/31/25
3
2
1,232
0.59
Single-Family Home
$334,900
11/18/25
3
2
1,619
0.59
Single-Family Home
$269,000
01/14/26
3
2
1,320
0.59
Single-Family Home
$230,000
08/28/25
2
2
1,628
0.70
Single-Family Home
$325,000
10/10/25
4
3
1,715

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Assigned Schools

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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Ashley Ross
    "I love my neighborhood safe you can go outside any time of night & just chill very peaceful & quiet "
  • Justine K.
    "There is a dog park right behind Main Street and walking path through town. Plenty of places to walk dogs and you see a lot of dogs being walked daily "
  • Ayeisha H.
    "POPS has lots of events.... I’m thankful it was built it gives us something to do with our families. "
  • Robin.currentresident
    "I've lived in this neighbor for nine years. The folks here are friendly. The neighborhood is quiet. "
  • Felomena M.
    "have to fund a ride to get anywhere like stores not a very nice place have been here for 6 yrs an dont feel safe moving from county "
  • Annaveiledstudio
    "Great neighborhood, I feel safe, when my husband is away at night working third! Quiet neighborhood!"
  • bridgetsacademy
    "I grew up in the area and my father still lives nearby. This area is close to shopping yet private and quiet enough to be comfortable and safe."
  • Dianne
    "Beautiful area in a family oriented neighborhood.. All yards well kept and neat. Friendly and quiet place to live with great neighbors"

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771 E Main St, Forest City, NC 28043 is a 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 3,038 sqft single-family home built in 1933. This property is not currently available for sale. 771 E Main St was last sold on Jul 28, 2023 for $260,000 (7% lower than the asking price of $279,900). The current Trulia Estimate for 771 E Main St is $322,000.