Finally, an affordable horse farm conveniently located only 11 minutes from Tryon International Equestrian Center. Set on 6.25 acres of usable, level land with fenced pasture, 2 stall barn w/tack/feed room, run-in shelter area, and a round pen with sand/stone dust footing. The 2,202 sq ft house offers plenty of space with a massive family room featuring a vaulted ceiling and beams, built-in bookcases and wood burning fireplace. The large living room with gas fireplace opens onto the kitchen which has its own dining area in addition to the separate dining room which the current owner used as an office. 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. New roof in 2022. Beautiful hardwood floors that were recently refinished plus new flooring in the family room, dining room and one bathroom. Interior painted in 2022; new water heater 2022.
The barn was added to the property just prior to the seller's purchase in 2022. Seller had a large overhang shelter/run-in area constructed on the front of the barn, and installed water, electric and bluestone mix footing. Part of the shelter could easily be converted to a 3rd stall. Stalls are matted. The round pen was professionally graded. Large, recently stained deck on the back of the house is a great place to enjoy the view of your horses.
The unfinished basement with interior and exterior entrances offers an additional 1,445 sq feet of space. This property gives you the best of both worlds - expansive, unrestricted land yet you are only minutes away from shopping/dining in Forest City with the convenience of Tractor Supply, Lowe's, Walmart and more. Quick ride to Highway 74 if you're heading to Charlotte or Asheville.
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Price cut: $10K (3/9)
$434,000
159 Big Island Rd, Forest City, NC 28043
3beds
2,202sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1965
6.25 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$197/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wood burning fireplaceRun-in shelter areaBuilt-in bookcasesSeparate dining room
- 77 days |
- 2,916 |
- 144 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 12, 2026 at 04:25am
Listing Provided by:
Carol Parker cparker@tryonhorseandhome.com,
Tryon Horse & Home LLC
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4336964
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Dining area
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Built-in Features
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Linoleum, Wood
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas Log, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,202
- Total interior livable area: 2,202 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,202
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Garage on Main Level
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch
- Fencing: Fenced,Back Yard,Front Yard
Lot
- Size: 6.25 Acres
- Features: Adjoins Forest, Cleared, Green Area, Pasture, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s)
- Parcel number: 1301310
- Zoning: None
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horse amenities: Barn, Paddocks, Pasture, Round Pen, Tack Room
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Partial, Vinyl
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1965
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Forest City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $197/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $289,700
- Date on market: 1/17/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 77 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete, Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/9/2026 | Price change | $434,000-2.3%$197/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4336964 Report a problem | ||
| 3/3/2026 | Price change | $444,000-1.1%$202/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4336964 Report a problem | ||
| 1/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $449,000+37.3%$204/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4336964 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2022 | Sold | $327,000-12.8%$149/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3832447 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2022 | Contingent | $375,000$170/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3832447 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2022 | Price change | $375,000-5.1%$170/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3832447 Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2022 | Listed for sale | $395,000+47.4%$179/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3832447 Report a problem | ||
| 2/19/2021 | Sold | $268,000-2.5%$122/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3690859 Report a problem | ||
| 12/12/2020 | Listed for sale | $275,000$125/sqft |
Source: ODEAN KEEVER AND ASSOCIATES #48110 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $289,700 |
| 2024 | $1,720 +0.7% | $289,700 |
| 2023 | $1,708 +21% | $289,700 +56.1% |
| 2022 | $1,412 +1.7% | $185,600 |
| 2021 | $1,388 +1.4% | $185,600 |
| 2020 | $1,369 +0.6% | $185,600 |
| 2019 | $1,361 +34.7% | $185,600 +36.9% |
| 2018 | $1,011 | $135,600 |
| 2016 | $1,011 | $135,600 |
| 2013 | $1,011 | $135,600 |
| 2012 | -- | $135,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $135,600 -8.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $147,900 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,378/mo
Principal & interest
$2143
Property taxes
$235
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Neighborhood: 28043
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Harris Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.9 mi
- 4/10Chase Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.7 mi
- 8/10Rutherford Early College High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3 mi
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