Listing office: Steele Mountain Realty LLC
Property details
About 506 E Main St
Refurbished Classic Farmhouse – 3 Bed, 2 Bath on Main Street, Forest City Discover timeless charm and modern living in this beautifully restored 3-bedroom, 2-bath farmhouse, ideally located on Main Street in the heart of Forest City. Rebuilt from the ground up, this home blends classic architecture with thoughtful updates throughout. The spacious open floorplan features soaring 8+ foot ceilings and an inviting open fireplace that connects the family and dining areas. The kitchen is a showstopper with gleaming quartz countertops, a farmhouse sink, perfect for everyday living or entertaining. Enjoy peaceful mornings on the large covered front porch and unwind on the back deck overlooking a private yard. The home is conveniently situated with sidewalks leading directly to downtown Forest City’s charming boutiques, local shops, and dining destinations—offering a lifestyle of comfort and walkable convenience. Don’t miss this rare opportunity ...
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Electric
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Active Under Contract)
(Active Under Contract)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,232 sqft
Year built1945
ParkingAttached Carport
MLS #4269771
FireplaceFamily Room, See Through
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater
- Basement: No
- Flooring Type: Vinyl
- Interior: Open Floorplan
- Fireplace: Family Room, See Through
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: Attached Carport
- Architectural Style: Cottage
- Heating: Central, Electric
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $272,000
- Price/SqFt: $220
- Annual Tax Amount: $591
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: E Main St Forest City
- Year Built: 1945
- Living Area: 1,232 SqFt
- MLS Number: 4269771
- Office Name: HOME Group LLC
- Office Email: angie.homerealty@gmail.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 25, 2023 | Home Sold | $46,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $55,900 | $591 |
| 2023 | $55,900 | $371 |
| 2022 | $41,400 | $371 |
| 2021 | $41,400 | $371 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
9
Forest City-Dunbar Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.7 mi
•286 Learning Pkwy
8
Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School
Public District PK-5
2.1 mi
•100 Forrest Hunt Drive
8
Ellenboro Elementary School
Public District PK-5
4.6 mi
•813 Piney Mountain Church Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $43,640. Residents of Forest City, NC typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Most families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
36%
<35k
57%
35k-100k
4%
100k-200k
3%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
51%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
26%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
14%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
19%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Figure Skating
Extreme Sports
Pro Wrestling
Where do the neighbors shop?
Kmart
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Wal-Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bob Evans
Little Caesars
Sonic
What do the neighbors drive?
Buick
Chevrolet
Oldsmobile
What do the neighbors listen to?
Oldies
Country- Contemporary Inspirational
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 506 E Main St
The listing price of 506 E Main St property is $272,000.
The property 506 E Main St is a house located in Forest City, North Carolina, 28043.
Accepting Backup Offers: 506 E Main St is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
The nearby schools for 506 E Main St are: Forest City-Dunbar Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Ellenboro Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), East Rutherford Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Chase Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), R-S Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Rutherford Opportunity Center (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), East Rutherford High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Rutherford Early College High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $591 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 25, 2023 for $46,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 506 E Main St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 506 E Main St is 1,232 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 506 E Main St is 1945.
This home is located at 506 E Main St in Forest City, NC and zip code 28043. This 1,232 square foot home was built in 1945. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 12, 2025 and is currently priced at $272,000.
Forest City, NC housing market in June 2025 saw over 1 listings sold above listed price, more than 5 sold at listed price and over 8 sold below. Between May and June 2025, Forest City, NC real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 10.9%. Listings spent 44 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $229,000 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.