159 Big Island Road
$389,000
Forest City, NC, 28043
singlefamily
3
2
Lot Size: 6.25 Acres
ABOUT
Property Information
Back on the market due to buyer's Financing falling through! Nothing to do with the home. No inspections were done. 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.
SPECIFICS
Property Details
Price:
$389,000
MLS #:
CAR4374398
Status:
Active Under Contract
Beds:
3
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Listed Date:
Apr 26, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
2,202
Lot Size:
272,250 sqft / 6.25 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1965
AMENITIES
Interior
Above Grade Finished Area
2202
Appliances
Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer/Dryer
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
Central Air, Electric
Flooring
Tile, Linoleum, Wood
Heating
Central, Electric
Laundry Features
In Basement
Levels
One
AMENITIES
Exterior
Architectural Style
Ranch
Construction Materials
Brick Partial, Vinyl
Exterior Features
Livestock Run In
Fencing
Back Yard, Fenced, Front Yard
Garage Spaces
2
Lot Features
Green Area, Level, Pasture, Wooded
Parking Features
Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Parking Space(s)
Patio And Porch Features
Deck
Roof
Architectural Shingle
Security Features
Security System
NEIGHBORHOOD
Schools
Elementary School:
Unspecified
Middle School:
Unspecified
High School:
Unspecified
FINANCIAL
Financial
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159 Big Island Road
Forest City, NC






