$435,000
SOLD OCT 24, 2025

277 Forest Rd Marion, NC 28752

5 Beds
3 Baths
3,245 Sq Ft
2.38 Acres

Recently Sold

$134 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

71 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Wooded Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • Deck
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Workshop

About This Home

As of October 2025

REDUCED! Lovely traditional 4 bedroom home plus great home office in premium in town neighborhood. Home has great combination of updates & its original charm. Buyers will find this home to be both comfortable & deluxe. The gracious foyer leads to a spacious open living & dining area that features large windows w/attractive blinds. A true Cook's kitchen features granite countertops & plenty of attractive wood cabinetry...and a bar area w/room for casual dining. The main level also includes wonderful den w/gas log fireplace and plenty of good storage. Also, the main level features the primary bedroom w/bath, a second bedroom & a third room which serves as a home office w/small cozy gas log fireplace and attractive shelving. The washer & dryer are conveniently located in hallway. A roomy rear deck overlooks the woodsy 2.38 property. The lower level could easily serve as a second living area w/2 BR, bath, den & mini kitchen. Also, lower level has a workshop, 2 car garage & backyard patio.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kathy Rabb

Realty Group 1 LLC Brokerage Email: kat@realtygroup1.com License #83287 Listed on: 05/02/2025

Co-Listed By

Brandon Braswell

Realty Group 1 LLC Brokerage Email: kat@realtygroup1.com License #309692

Last Buyer's Agent

Katherine Todd

EXP Realty LLC License #301169

EXP Realty LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • Sloped Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Additional Parcels

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Driveway
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Four Sided Brick Exterior Elevation

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Built-In Features
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Propane Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Insulated Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Den with Fireplace
  • Storage

Kitchen

  • Electric Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Walk-In Closet
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Dryer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Workshop
  • Basement Storage
  • Natural lighting in basement

Accessible Home Design

  • More Than Two Accessible Exits

Outdoor Features

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Outbuilding

Schools

  • Marion Elementary School
  • East Middle School
  • Mcdowell High School

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Heat Pump System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Propane
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1701-06-48-3700

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Restrictions: Deed
  • Special Assessment Yn: 0
  • Proposed Special Assessment Yn: 0
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Ratio CurrentPrice/TotalPropertyHLA: 134.05
  • Property Sub Type Additional: None
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Attribution Contact: kat@realtygroup1.com
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Entrance Foyer, Pantry, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 2051
  • Third Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Basement: 857
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 857
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Washer/Dryer
  • Other Equipment: Fuel Tank(s)
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2051
  • Accessibility Features: Two or More Access Exits
  • Has Basement: Basement Garage Door, Basement Shop, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Partially Finished, Storage Space
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1194
  • Door Features: Insulated Door(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Den, Living Room, Propane
  • Living Area: 3245
  • Window Features: Insulated Window(s), Window Treatments
  • Bedroom Main: 3
  • Bedroom Basement: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Other - See Remarks
  • New Construction: No
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Pool Features: Above Ground
  • View: Year Round
  • Waterfront Features: None
  • Construction Type: Brick Full
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Patio, Rear Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Main Level Garage YN: 0
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces: 2
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Faces Side
  • Assigned Spaces: 0

Utilities

  • Heating: Electric, Heat Pump, Propane
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Laundry Features: In Hall
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Heat Pump
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Propane
  • Water Source: City

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Hoa Subject To Dues: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: East
  • HOA Subject To: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Sloped, Wooded
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 1701-06-48-3700
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Plat Book Slide: 5-015
  • Plat Reference Section Pages: 5-015
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Lot Size: irregular
  • Additional Parcels Description: n/a
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
  • Zoning Specification: yes

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Marion
  • High School: McDowell

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 2, 2025
Closed on
Oct 2, 2025
Sold by
Yarboro Linda S and Yarboro John T
Bought by
Smith Gary Michael and Smith Tarah Hawley
Seller's Agent
Kathy Rabb
Realty Group 1 LLC
Buyer's Agent
Katherine Todd
EXP Realty LLC
List Price
$475,000
Sold Price
$435,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-8.42%
Views
205

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.77%
Original Mortgage
$348,000
Outstanding Balance
$348,000
Interest Rate
6.35%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$93,949

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 21, 2024
Sold by
Yarboro John T and Yarboro Linda S
Bought by
Yarboro Linda S

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 11, 2023
Closed on
Mar 5, 2024
Sold by
Merritt Brian S and Merritt Jessica C
Bought by
Yarboro Linda S and Yarboro John T
Seller's Agent
Steve Jones
EXP Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Kathy Rabb
Realty Group 1 LLC
List Price
$525,000
Sold Price
$450,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$75,000
-14.29%
Views
492

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.01%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 7, 2021
Sold by
Stone Jaime E and Stone Tommy
Bought by
Merritt Brian Shelton and Merritt Jessica Corcoran

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$369,900
Interest Rate
4.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 28, 2008
Sold by
Rankin Edwin Elbert
Bought by
Bliss Marjo Rankin and Rankin Jaime E

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 3, 2005
Sold by
Buchanan Ray Eugene and Buchanan Sarah Whitmire
Bought by
Rankin Edwin Elbert

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,000
Interest Rate
5.6%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $450,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $450,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $370,000 None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $232,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $348,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $369,900 New Conventional
Previous Owner $160,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/24/2025 10/24/25 Sold $435,000 0.0% $134 / Sq Ft
06/13/2025 06/13/25 Price Changed $435,000 -3.3% $134 / Sq Ft
05/22/2025 05/22/25 Price Changed $450,000 -5.3% $139 / Sq Ft
05/02/2025 05/02/25 For Sale $475,000 +5.6% $146 / Sq Ft
03/15/2024 03/15/24 Sold $450,000 -5.3% $139 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/27/2023 12/27/23 Price Changed $475,000 -4.0% $146 / Sq Ft
10/10/2023 10/10/23 Price Changed $495,000 -5.7% $153 / Sq Ft
09/11/2023 09/11/23 For Sale $525,000 -- $162 / Sq Ft
Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $2,309 $386,130 $60,000 $326,130
2024 $2,309 $386,130 $60,000 $326,130
2023 $2,309 $386,130 $60,000 $326,130
2022 $1,882 $309,600 $50,000 $259,600
2021 $1,882 $309,600 $50,000 $259,600
2020 $1,913 $309,600 $0 $0
2019 $1,913 $236,610 $0 $0
2017 $1,374 $236,610 $0 $0
2016 $1,374 $236,610 $40,000 $196,610
2014 $1,348 $236,610 $40,000 $196,610
2013 -- $236,610 $40,000 $196,610
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

MLS Number: 4252447

Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

APN: 1701-06-48-3700