Now offered at $399,639 — 2.51 acres with privacy, flexible layout, and room to expand just minutes from downtown Forest City.
3BR | 2 full + 2 half baths with ~1,915 heated sq ft plus a walk-out basement (1,500+ sq ft) already featuring a half bath and exterior access, offering strong potential for additional living or recreation space.
Main level includes living room with fireplace, functional kitchen with ample cabinetry, and a dedicated office/flex space. Upstairs features primary suite with dual closets and tiled shower, plus two additional bedrooms with shared bath access.
Outdoor features include:
Screened porch (~13' x 23')
Rear balcony overlooking the property
Mix of cleared and wooded acreage for usability + privacy
Additional highlights:
Attached garage with interior access
Semi-circular driveway for additional parking
Community well (~$90/quarter)
Homes offering acreage, usable space, and expansion potential. Positioned competitively for buyers seeking space and flexibility without exceeding the $400K range.
Active
Price cut: $10.3K (3/27)
$399,639
142 Padgett Burns Rd, Forest City, NC 28043
3beds
1,915sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
2.51 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$209/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 33 days |
- 2,237 |
- 120 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 03, 2026 at 06:10pm
Listing Provided by:
Francine Mira francinemira@gmail.com,
RE/MAX Journey
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4352088
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
Bathroom half
- Level: Main
Bathroom half
- Level: Basement
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
Bonus room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump, Wood Stove
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump, Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: In Hall
Features
- Basement: Bath/Stubbed,Storage Space,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,915
- Total interior livable area: 1,915 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,915
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage on Main Level
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Screened, Side Porch
Lot
- Size: 2.51 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 1011931
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Community Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Padgett-Burns
Location
- Region: Forest City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $209/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $367,600
- Date on market: 3/2/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 33 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/27/2026 | Price change | $399,639-2.5%$209/sqft |
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| 3/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $409,900-1.2%$214/sqft |
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| 12/9/2025 | Listing removed | $414,900$217/sqft |
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| 11/3/2025 | Price change | $414,900-2.4%$217/sqft |
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| 10/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $424,900+32.8%$222/sqft |
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| 2/7/2022 | Sold | $320,000-2.7%$167/sqft |
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| 1/7/2022 | Pending sale | $329,000$172/sqft |
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| 1/7/2022 | Contingent | $329,000$172/sqft |
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| 12/10/2021 | Price change | $329,000-1.8%$172/sqft |
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| 11/20/2021 | Price change | $335,000-4.3%$175/sqft |
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| 11/8/2021 | Price change | $349,900+0.3%$183/sqft |
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| 11/7/2021 | Listed for sale | $349,000+76.3%$182/sqft |
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| 6/2/2017 | Sold | $198,000$103/sqft |
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| 5/2/2017 | Pending sale | $198,000$103/sqft |
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| 4/26/2017 | Listed for sale | $198,000+35.2%$103/sqft |
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| 12/8/2009 | Sold | $146,500$77/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $367,600 |
| 2024 | $2,210 +0.5% | $367,600 |
| 2023 | $2,198 +50.1% | $367,600 +95.7% |
| 2022 | $1,464 +0.3% | $187,800 |
| 2021 | $1,459 | $187,800 |
| 2020 | $1,459 | $187,800 |
| 2019 | -- | $187,800 +32.7% |
| 2018 | $1,092 | $141,500 |
| 2016 | $1,092 | $141,500 |
| 2013 | $1,092 | $141,500 |
| 2012 | -- | $141,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $141,500 -16.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $169,000 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,189/mo
Principal & interest
$1973
Property taxes
$216
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28043
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Mt Vernon-Ruth Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.5 mi
- 4/10R-S Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.8 mi
- 4/10R-S Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.5 mi
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