$269,000
SOLD JAN 14, 2026

461 E Main St Forest City, NC 28043

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,320 Sq Ft
10,454 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$204 Per Sq Ft

0 Day on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • 3 Detached Carport Spaces
  • Cottage
  • 1-Story Property
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of January 2026

Charming cottage on corner lot in downtown Forest City offers spacious living with an open floor plan and a convenient location. This home has been lovingly maintained and updated over the years, including new roof, gutters and fresh paint. The kitchen features updated cabinetry with ample counter space and flows into the dining and living areas. Detached carport area and driveway feature plenty of parking with a storage area at the back of the carport. The front covered porch welcomes you to sit and unwind. Come see for yourself!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michelle Okpych

360 Properties LLC Brokerage Email: 360michelleo@gmail.com License #257091 Listed on: 12/01/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

David Eaker

Matheny Real Estate License #221387

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 10,454 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Cleared Lot
  • Property is zoned OI

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Metal Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • 3 Detached Carport Spaces
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 416663

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

10,454 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete, Paved
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Ratio CurrentPrice/TotalPropertyHLA: 203.79
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Attribution Contact: 360michelleo@gmail.com
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1320
  • Third Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Main: 39
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 39
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1320
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Living Area: 1320
  • Bedroom Main: 3

Exterior Features

  • New Construction: No
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Metal
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Main Level Garage YN: 0
  • Carport Spaces: 3
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Detached Carport, Driveway

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Laundry Features: None
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas
  • Water Source: City

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Cleared, Level
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 416663
  • Development Status: Completed
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.24
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Specification: OI

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Unspecified
  • High School: Unspecified

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 1, 2025
Closed on
Jan 10, 2026
Sold by
James And Wendy Vanecek Living Trust and Vanecek James Alvin
Bought by
Hill Grayson Cole and Hill Taylor Childress
Seller's Agent
Michelle Okpych
360 Properties LLC
Buyer's Agent
David Eaker
Matheny Real Estate
List Price
$269,000
Sold Price
$269,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-76.86%
Original Mortgage
$271,000
Outstanding Balance
$271,000
Interest Rate
5.65%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$64,297

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 29, 2025
Sold by
Vanecek Wendy Renee Walker and Vanecek Wendy Renee
Bought by
James And Wendy Vanecek Living Trust and Vanecek

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 24, 2021
Sold by
Walker Thomas N and Walker Lavergne G
Bought by
Wanecek Wendy Renee Walker

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 24, 2015
Sold by
Smith Martha Virginia and Moore Grady Phillip
Bought by
Walker Thomas N and Walker Laverne G
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 $269,000 None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $40,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $271,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/14/2026 01/14/26 Sold $269,000 0.0% $204 / Sq Ft
12/01/2025 12/01/25 For Sale $269,000 -- $204 / Sq Ft
Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

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 $1,851 $173,000 $26,000 $147,000
2024 $18 $173,000 $26,000 $147,000
2023 $902 $112,700 $24,700 $88,000
2022 $902 $75,300 $24,700 $50,600
2021 $668 $75,300 $24,700 $50,600
2020 $668 $75,300 $24,700 $50,600
2019 $660 $75,300 $24,700 $50,600
2018 $488 $54,400 $18,800 $35,600
2016 $488 $54,400 $18,800 $35,600
2013 -- $54,400 $18,800 $35,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

MLS Number: 4325935

Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

APN: 416663

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