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$430,000
New Listing

159 Big Island Road
Forest City, NC 28043

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
3
Beds
2
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
2,202
SqFt
$195
/SqFt
1965
Built
Subdivision:
None
County:
Rutherford
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Whether you envision a peaceful self-sustaining farming homestead, a functional equestrian estate, or a private family compound, this 6.25-acre property offers the opportunity. Perfectly blending rural charm with modern accessibility, you’ll enjoy a serene landscape of fenced pastures and woods just minutes from the shopping and dining of Forest City/Spindale and only 11 minutes from Tryon International Equestrian Center. This sprawling 2,202 sq. ft. main level living ranch features a new roof (installed four years ago) and a versatile floor plan. At its heart is a massive family room with vaulted ceilings, built-in bookcases, and a wood-burning fireplace. A second sun-drenched living area offers a mid-century modern vibe with a gas fireplace and seamless flow into the kitchen and dining spaces. A flexible adjacent room serves perfectly as a home office or formal dining area. Recently refinished hardwood floors in living room and bedrooms, freshly painted interior and new water heater (2022), this is a well-built and well-maintained home. Gated driveway. Expansion Potential: The unfinished basement with interior/exterior access is a blank canvas, already professionally waterproofed with a wall seal, dehumidification system, and sump pump. It offers an ideal footprint for a second living suite, income producing rental unit, or hobby space. With over six acres, the land itself provides the rare potential to subdivide or build additional homes. (buyer should check with the County for permitted uses) Ready for your horses or farm animals, the property includes a 2-stall barn with a dedicated feed/tack room; additional overhang shelters for livestock; a professional round pen featuring graded bluestone mix footing; Experience the best of country living without sacrificing convenience. This is more than just a home; it’s a multi-use investment with endless possibilities.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$430,000
Days On Site 
0 Days
Bedrooms 
3
Inside Area (SqFt) 
2,202 sqft
Total Baths 
2
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
6.25 Acres
Year Built 
1965
MLS® Number 
4374398
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
21 hours agoListing first seen on site
21 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
General Features
Attached Garage 
Yes
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Levels 
One
Parking 
DrivewayGarage Door OpenerGarage Faces Front
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Security 
Security System
Sewer 
Septic Tank
SqFt Above 
2202
SqFt Total 
2202
Style 
Ranch
Water Source 
Well
Zoning 
None
Interior Features
Appliances 
OvenDishwasherElectric CooktopElectric Water HeaterRefrigeratorWasher/Dryer
Basement 
Exterior EntryInterior EntryWalk-Out AccessWalk-Up Access
Cooling 
Central AirElectric
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Family RoomGasLiving RoomWood Burning
Flooring 
TileLinoleumWood
Heating 
CentralElectric
Laundry Features 
In Basement
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Exterior Features
Fencing 
Back YardFencedFront Yard
Lot Features 
LevelPastureWooded
Other Structures 
Barn(s)
Patio And Porch 
Deck
Roof 
Shingle
Community Features
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventionalFHAVA Loan
Horse Allowed 
Yes
Horse Property 
BarnHay StoragePaddocksPastureRound PenStable(s)Tack Room
Roads 
ConcretePaved
Schools
School District
Unknown
Elementary School
Unspecified
Middle School
Unspecified
High School
Unspecified
Listing courtesy of Sauvé Collective carol@sauvecollective.com


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