
$159,900 $155/sqft
171 Fox Run Road
Forest City, NC 28043
2 bd · 1 ba · 1,030 sqft · 1982 · 2 yr ago
Huntington in Forest City reads like a small, established pocket with a straightforward, low-key residential feel.
Community overview based on MLS listing data for Huntington, Forest City
Huntington in Forest City reads like a small, established pocket with a straightforward, low-key residential feel. The homes here are mostly single-family in character, yet the neighborhood also includes a townhouse presence, which gives the community a little variety without losing its cohesive scale. With just a handful of homes clustered around streets like Deer Creek Drive, Blackberry Cove, and Fox Run Road, it feels intimate and easy to understand at a glance.
"A compact Forest City neighborhood with practical homes and an easygoing residential rhythm."
The housing stock leans toward simple, functional construction from the 1980s and mid-1990s, with the oldest homes dating to 1982 and the newest to 1995. Many homes feature garages, and that practical detail shows up in the way these properties are described: attached parking, crawlspace storage, screened porches, decks, and generous living areas that open into kitchens and dining spaces. Lot sizes are comfortable rather than oversized, averaging just over a third of an acre, which gives the streets a settled suburban scale.
Architecturally, Huntington is not about flash. It is about usable space, updated interiors, and homes that have been cared for over time. Some listings highlight vaulted ceilings, gas log fireplaces, walk-in closets, and outdoor living areas, while others emphasize renovations such as granite countertops, new cabinets, and refreshed baths. The overall impression is of a neighborhood where homeowners have consistently improved what they already had.
The daily rhythm here is anchored by convenience rather than amenities inside the subdivision itself. Residents are close to downtown Forest City, and one listing specifically notes being just minutes from Main Street, with dining and shopping nearby. That makes Huntington feel connected to the town’s core without being in the middle of it. Outdoor living also plays a role, with screened porches, decks, and firepit areas appearing in the home descriptions, so the private backyard space becomes part of the lifestyle.
"Close to town, with homes that make the most of porches, decks, and everyday comfort."
Huntington sits in Forest City, in the broader foothills region of western North Carolina, with the community centered near the town’s main residential and commercial fabric. The clearest location marker in the listings is proximity to Main Street in Forest City, along with easy access to dining and shopping there. Specific school assignments were not provided in the MLS material, so school names and district details should be confirmed directly with local sources. Even so, the neighborhood’s setting makes day-to-day errands straightforward, with the town center close enough to keep essentials within an easy drive.
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4 recently sold in Huntington, Forest City
| Property | Sold | Sold Price | Days on Market | Size | Sold to Ask | Sold $/SF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | Aug 16 2022 | $325,000 | 63 | 1,923 sq ft | 97.0% | $169 |
| | Sep 24 2021 | $255,000 | 46 | 1,832 sq ft | 102.0% | $139 |
| | Apr 12 2021 | $155,000 | 105 | 1,624 sq ft | 93.9% | $95 |
| | Dec 5 2018 | $222,500 | 146 | 1,889 sq ft | 98.9% | $118 |
Closed sales from MLS history for Huntington, Forest City
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