232 Forest Rd

Wilmington, NC 28403

$399,500
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,410 Sq. Ft.
$283 / Sq. Ft.
1,410
Sq. Ft.
$283
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 12/15/23
Closed 12/15/23
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Description

This is the home you have been waiting for! Nicely updated one level ranch home on a large corner lot. Great location on a street without much traffic. You're close to Cape Fear Hospital, UNCW & Wrightsville Beach (approx. 4 miles to the WB bridge). The first thing you will notice is the rocking chair front porch as you approach. Updates include new kitchen cabinets, counters, range & a built-in microwave. Windows, light fixtures, exterior & interior doors have also been replaced. This light & bright...This is the home you have been waiting for! Nicely updated one level ranch home on a large corner lot. Great location on a street without much traffic. You're close to Cape Fear Hospital, UNCW & Wrightsville Beach (approx. 4 miles to the WB bridge). The first thing you will notice is the rocking chair front porch as you approach. Updates include new kitchen cabinets, counters, range & a built-in microwave. Windows, light fixtures, exterior & interior doors have also been replaced. This light & bright home has hardwoods in most of the home & vintage tile floors in the bathroom. Additional freestanding building in the backyard. Formerly a garage, it is perfect for storage, a play space, gym or studio. There is a rear deck and a patio with a pergola where you can enjoy the old fashioned swing. This home is made even more appealing because there is no HOA. Home is move-in ready. Act now and be in before the holidays!
  1. Listed by Sam Simmons • Brokerage DRE #C8694 • Port City Properties, Inc
    P: (910)-264-3610 brokersamsimmons@gmail.com

Property Details for 232 Forest Road

Subdivision Name
Piney Acres
Waterfront
No
Zoning
R-15
LISTING CLOSED: 12/15/2023 12:00 AM

Property Details for 232 Forest Road

StatusClosed
MLS #100413020
Days on Market16
Taxes$1,676 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1959
Lot Size0.35 AC / 15,333 SF
CountyNew Hanover County
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Building Information for 232 Forest Road

Stories1Year Built1959Building Size-Lot Size0.35 AC / 15,333 SF

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$2,130 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,991

Property Taxes

$140

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Property Information for 232 Forest Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Island Or Mainland: Mainland
  • In City Limits: Yes
  • Secondary Subdivision: N/A
  • Cobra Zone: No
  • Directions: Take College Road south to Wrightsville Ave., make a R. Follow Wrightsville Ave. and just past Cape Fear Hospital, take a L on Huntington Road. Take 1st L onto Forest Road, follow all the way to the corner of Forest Rd. & Spruce Street. house is in on the right.
  • Latitude: 34
  • Longitude: -78
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street, State Road, Paved
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Other Assessment Amount Frequency: None
  • Association Amenities: None
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: R05617-009-003-000
  • Tax Book Number: 0
  • Tax Legal Description: Lot 17 Blk D Sec 6 Piney Acres
  • Tax Map Number: 0
  • Tax Assessed Value: $198,300
  • Tax Year: 2023
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Paved
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area Range: 1400 - 1599
  • Building Area Total: 1410.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.35
  • Lot Size Area: 0.35
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 15333.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 115 x 150 x 89 x 152
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 1410.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Structure Type: Wood Frame
Property and Assessments
  • Deed Book: 5562
  • Deed Page: 1057.0
  • New Construction: No
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow, At Closing
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Permitted Use: Public
Utilities
  • Sewer Provider: Municipal Sewer
  • Utilities: Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Finish: Brick Veneer, Fiber Cement
  • Construction Materials: Brick Veneer, Fiber Cement
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Horse: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Source: Computed
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.0
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 1.0
  • Heating System Fuel Source: Electric
  • Dining Room Type: Combination
  • Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace: No
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Blinds/Shades
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Levels: One
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Living Room, Dining Room, Dining Area, Laundry
  • Rooms Total: 7
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 3
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room 6
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 7
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Sold Exclusive: No

Property History for 232 Forest Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 15, 2023

Sold

NCRMLS #100413020

$399,500—
Dec 14, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1523694336

$399,500—
Nov 18, 2023

Pending

NCRMLS #100413020

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/15/2023

Sold

NCRMLS #100413020

$399,500
12/14/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1523694336

$399,500
11/18/2023

Pending

NCRMLS #100413020

—

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 232 Forest Road

Taxable ValueLand$149,700Additions$237,800Total$387,500
Tax Record2025$2,280 ($190 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,470 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,470 SqFtStories1Lot Size15,246 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1959Year Renovated2023ZoningR-15,RESIDENTCountyNEW HANOVERAPNR05617-009-003-000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 232 Forest Road

This home is within New Hanover County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
College Park Elementary at Sidbury Road
Public - K to 5
Williston Middle
Public - 6 to 8
John T Hoggard High
Public - 9 to 12
Isaac M Bear High
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
College Park Elementary at Sidbury Road
PublicK to 5

Williston Middle
Public6 to 8

John T Hoggard High
Public9 to 12

Isaac M Bear High
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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