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199 Raven Lane, Forest City, NC 28043

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$185,000

3 beds • 2 baths • 1,229 sqft

Estimated Payment

$ 950 /mo. †

6.65% APR for 30 yrs.
$0 in taxes
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  • Single Family Detached
    Property type

  • $150.53
    Price per square foot

  • 11-20 Years Old
    Age

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$15,000 PRICE IMPROVEMENT!! Come experience your private oasis surrounded by nature with this updated 3 bed 2 bath home! Located in scenic town of Forest City, this property offers over 2 acres of land in the heart of some of the most iconic places in Western NC. Nearby you will find Lake Lure, Pisgah National Forest, the Blue Ridge Parkway, the Biltmore Estate, along with numerous trails, state parks, golf courses and resorts. Sellers have updated the cooling and heating source and the roof as of 2022, along with adding an addition to the front, and a beautiful screened in porch with a balcony. This home has exceptional value and tons of charm, schedule your showing now! MOTIVATED SELLERS, bring your offers!
MLS# 4182518

Courtesy Of McClure Group Realty LLC

(704) 388-2106

Property Features

  • Age
    11-20 Years Old
  • Amenities
    Security System, Security System
  • Appliances
    Cooktop, Cooktop - Gas, Dryer, Microwave, Oven - Gas, Refrigerator
  • Architecture Style
    Other
  • Heating System
    Heat Pump
  • Lot Size
    2.61 Acres

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Monthly Payment Breakdown

  • Principle and Interest
    $950
  • Property Taxes
    $0
  • Hazard Insurance
    $0
  • Private Mortgage Insurance
    $0
  • HOA Dues
    $0
  • Total Monthly Payment:
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Schools

Harris Elementary School

Grades PK-5 Public School

Forest City, NC 28043 1 miles
3330 us 221 s hwy

431 total students
15:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: A

School Details

Chase Middle School

Grades 6-8 Public School

Forest City, NC 28043 2.4 miles
840 chase high rd

537 total students
16:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: C-

School Details

Rutherford Early College High School

Grades 9-12 Public School

Spindale, NC 28160 3.9 miles
286 icc loop road

208 total students
35:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: A-

School Details

Chase High School

Grades 9-12 Public School

Forest City, NC 28043 3.3 miles
1603 chase high rd

622 total students
14:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: C

School Details
Other Nearby Schools Distance Type Grades School Rating
Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School 2.3 miles Public PK-5 A
Rutherford Opportunity Center 3.6 miles Public 6-12 F
Word Of Faith Christian School 4.5 miles Private KG-12
Forest City-dunbar Elementary School 4.5 miles Public PK-5 A+
Glenwood Christian Academy 5 miles Private 2-5
East Rutherford High School 5.5 miles Public 9-12 C+
Rutherfordton Elementary School 6.1 miles Public PK-5 B+

Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School

Distance: 2.3 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-5

A

Rutherford Opportunity Center

Distance: 3.6 miles

Type Public

Grades: 6-12

F

Word Of Faith Christian School

Distance: 4.5 miles

Type Private

Grades: KG-12

Forest City-dunbar Elementary School

Distance: 4.5 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-5

A+

Glenwood Christian Academy

Distance: 5 miles

Type Private

Grades: 2-5

East Rutherford High School

Distance: 5.5 miles

Type Public

Grades: 9-12

C+

Rutherfordton Elementary School

Distance: 6.1 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-5

B+

School information does not guarantee enrollment. School service boundaries are provided as a reference only, may change, and are not guaranteed to be accurate. Contact the school district directly to verify school enrollment eligibility.

Local area information for Forest City, NC 28043

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Forest City, NC 28043

This community’s employment is highest in the sales and production occupations industries. The area’s overall household expenses are below the national average.

89° July
Hottest Average Month
28° January
Coldest Average Month
8,337 Total Households in Area
1.5% Increase in population since the year 2010
32.8%
of households
have children
24 minutes
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

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Demographic facts
for Forest City, NC 28043

Forest City, NC 28043 has a population of 20,455 people in 8,337 households with a median age of 40.6 years old.

1.5%
Increase in population
since the year 2010
Population is Trending up
8,247
Total households as of 2010
1.4%
projected percent change in total
households in 5 years

Community Population By Age

The median age for this area is 40.6 years old. The smallest percentage group is 45-54 years and the largest percentage is the 85+ years age range.

Community Population By Ethnicity

White 72%
Black 14%
Hispanic 8%
Other 4%
Asian <1%
Native American <1%
The most prevalent ethnicity is White at 72%, followed by Black at 14%, Hispanic at 8%, and Other at 4%.

Economics
for Forest City, NC 28043

317 /sq mi
Population Density
$45,760 /yr
Median Household Income
$200,000
Median Sales Price
24 min
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Household by Income

Out of the households in this area, the largest income group is $15-24,999k representing 16.61% of the households.

Transportation to Work

  • Drive 96%
  • Work from Home 2%
  • Walk or Bike 2%
  • Public Transit 0%

Occupancy by Type

Owned 5,126 55%
Rented 3,211 34%
Vacant 978 10%

White vs Blue Collar Jobs







White Collar 52%
Blue Collar 48%

Family & Education Facts
for Forest City, NC 28043

40.6 Median Age

Average Household Size

2.4
persons per
household

38.7%

Married Households

Community Population By Education

High School Graduate 34%
Some College 23%
Some High School 15%
Associates Degree 12%
Bachelors Degree 10%
Graduate Degree 7%
Of the total people surveyed, the most prevalent educational attainment level is High School Graduate, representing 33.67% of the population.

Household Family Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)
32.8% of households have children

Weather
for Forest City, NC 28043

The weather for this area ranges from a high of 89° F in July to a low of 28° F in January

89° July
Hottest Average Month
28° January
Coldest Average Month

Average Temperature by Month

Low (°F)
High (°F)
Jan
28°
51°
Feb
30°
56°
Mar
37°
64°
Apr
45°
72°
May
54°
80°
Jun
62°
86°
Jul
66°
89°
Aug
65°
88°
Sep
58°
82°
Oct
46°
73°
Nov
37°
63°
Dec
30°
54°

Average Temperature in Degrees Fahrenheit

Precipitation

Precipitation (inch)

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† Based on a 30-year fixed rate of 3.38% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Interest rates are also subject to credit and property approval based on secondary market guidelines. The rates shown are based on average rates for our best qualified customers. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.

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