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Forest City · Forest City, NC

248 WOODSIDE Drive

Forest City, NC · 1,008 sqft

$172,000

  • 3Beds
  • 1.5Baths
  • 1,008SqFt
  • 1980Year
  • 21Days on market

About this home

Unlock the Potential at 248 Woodside Drive, Forest City, NC Investors, Contractors & First-Time Buyers — This One’s Built for You

Here’s your chance to turn a solid single-family home into something special. 248 Woodside Drive sits on a quiet street and comes ready for your vision — whether you’re hunting a high-ROI value-add project, a profitable flip, or a place to build equity with your own sweat.

The bones are good. The opportunity is better. Fresh paint, new flooring, updated kitchen cabinets, and a light bathroom refresh will completely transform this house into a comfortable home or strong rental. Bring your ideas and watch the value climb. There was a brand new roof installed October 2025, popcorn ceiling removal and drywall repair and install in 2026, new electrical for additional recessed lighting added as well as light switches and outlets in 2026 as well. Seller is welling to escrow a Buyer Credit to assure repairs are done.

Bonus land included. The neighboring ±0.49-acre parcel conveys with the property, giving you roughly a full acre of usable space. Think outdoor living, gardens, storage, future expansion, or simply more privacy — rare at this price point.

Conveniently located near local shopping, schools, and major routes, yet tucked on a quiet street that feels like home.

This is an affordable entry into a desirable area with clear upside. Don’t let someone else write the success story. Schedule your showing and make 248 Woodside Drive your next win.

Estimated Renovation Costs (248 Woodside Dr, Forest City, NC — rough mid-2026 NC ranges)

  1. Painting

Interior only (walls, ceilings, trim; typical 1,000–1,500 sq ft): $1,500–$5,000 Exterior (if needed): $2,000–$7,000+ Combined interior + exterior: often $4,000–$10,000 total 2. New Flooring

LVP (best value for most of the house): $4–$10/sq ft installed ? $4,000–$12,000 for 1,000–1,200 sq ft Whole-house mid-range LVP estimate: $5,000–$10,000 Add $1–$3/sq ft for old flooring removal; subfloor repairs can add $1,000–$3,000+ 3. New Cabinets & Kitchen

Stock/semi-custom cabinets: typically $3,700–$5,400 (broader range $1,000–$10,000) Full mid-range kitchen remodel (cabinets, counters, basic appliances, flooring, fixtures): $15,000–$35,000 Lower-end cosmetic refresh with stock cabinets: $10,000–$20,000 4. Light Bathroom Updating

Cosmetic refresh (vanity, fixtures, toilet, paint, flooring, possible shower surround): $4,000–$12,000 per bath Keeping the existing tub/shower footprint keeps costs controlled Most realistic mid-range total for the described work: $30,000–$50,000 (professional labor, mid-grade materials). Add 10–20% contingency for unknowns common in older homes. Permits are usually only a few hundred dollars if needed.

DIY potential is strong on painting and some flooring; cabinets, kitchen, and bath work typically deliver the best results (and code compliance) with pros.

These are rough estimates only — actual costs will depend on condition, material choices, and labor.

Property details

Beds
3
Baths
1.5
SqFt
1,008
Lot
Year built
1980
Type
Single Family
Days on market
21
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Foundation
Crawl Space

Payment estimate

Estimated monthly payment

Includes P&I, tax, insurance

$1,244/ month

Principal & interest
$1,065
Property tax (~0.90%)
$129
Homeowners insurance
$50
HOA dues

Down payment

$8,600 down · $163,400 financed

Income to qualify (28% rule)

~$53,332 / year household

A rough rule — actual qualification depends on your full debt picture, credit, and the lender. Christy can introduce you to lenders she trusts.

Numbers are a directional estimate. Actual monthly cost varies by lender, credit, taxes assessed at closing, and insurance carrier. This is not a loan offer or pre-approval.

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