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343 Countryside Drive

Forest City, NC 28043

Active 21 days on market Listing ID CAR 305802127

$615,000

Est. $3,535/mo — See my rate

$353/Sq Ft

3 bd · 3 ba · 1,742 sqft · $353/sqft

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,742 Sq Ft
$353/Sq Ft
2004 Built
2.35 acres Single Family Residence Listed Jul 6, 2026 Updated Jul 22, 2026 HOA None

About This Home

Experience refined country living at this beautifully crafted custom brick ranch situated on 2.35 impeccably landscaped acres just outside of Forest City. Designed with timeless elegance and exceptional attention to detail, this stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bath (3rd bedroom in the 2nd living quarters!) brick ranch offers the perfect balance of comfort, sophistication, and privacy. Surrounded by lush landscaping and peaceful outdoor spaces, the property provides a tranquil retreat while remaining just minutes from restaurants, grocery stores, shopping, and everyday conveniences. Spacious living areas and quality finishes create an inviting atmosphere ideal for both entertaining and everyday living.

A truly exceptional feature is the detached second living quarters, offering endless possibilities as a private guest house, luxury in-law suite, multigenerational residence, executive rental, or income-producing short-term vacation rental. This versatile addition enhances both the functionality and investment potential of the property.

Whether you're seeking a serene primary residence, a multigenerational estate, or a property with exceptional income opportunities, this one-of-a-kind offering delivers a lifestyle that's increasingly difficult to find.

Property Details

Interior Details

Heating
  • Central
  • Heat Pump
  • Radiant Floor
Flooring
  • Wood
Sqftmain
1742
Roomcount
1
Sqftlower
0
Sqftother
900
Sqftthird
0
Sqftupper
0
Sqftgarage
486
Bedroommain
2
Bedroomlower
0
Bedroomthird
0
Bedroomupper
0
Fullbathmain
2
Halfbathmain
0
Fullbathlower
0
Fullbaththird
0
Fullbathupper
0
Halfbathlower
0
Halfbaththird
0
Halfbathupper
0
Half Bathrooms
0
Bedroombasement
0
Bedroomsecondlq
1
Total Bathrooms
3
Fullbathbasement
0
Fullbathsecondlq
1
Halfbathbasement
0
Halfbathsecondlq
0
Laundry Features
  • Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Inside
  • Laundry Closet
  • Main Level
  • Washer Hookup
Sqftunheatedmain
0
Interior Features
  • Attic Stairs Pulldown
  • Built-in Features
  • Cable Prewire
  • Pantry
  • Split Bedroom
Mainlevelgarageyn
1
Security Features
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
  • Security System
  • Smoke Detector(s)
Sqftunheatedlower
0
Sqftunheatedthird
0
Sqftunheatedtotal
235
Sqftunheatedupper
235
Sqfttotalpropertyhla
2642
Sqftunheatedbasement
0
Sqftsecondlivingquarters
0
Sqftsecondlivingquartershla
900

Square Footage And Levels

Levels
  • 1 Story/F.R.O.G.
Above Grade Finished Area
1742
Below Grade Finished Area
0

Parking And Garage

Parking Features
  • Driveway
  • Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Garage Faces Side
  • Parking Space(s)
  • RV Access/Parking

Exterior Features

Roof
  • Architectural Shingle
Construction Materials
  • Brick Full
Patio And Porch Features
  • Deck
  • Porch
  • Rear Porch

Lot And Land

Lot Features
  • Level
  • Open Lot
Lot Size Acres
2.35
Lot Size Units
Acres

Basement And Foundation

Foundation Details
  • Crawl Space
  • Pillar/Post/Pier

Utilities

Sewer
  • Septic Installed
Water Source
  • City

Financial Information

Citytaxespaidto
No City Taxes Paid
Hoasubjecttodues
No

Zoning And Restrictions

Zoningspecification
R E S I

Listed by Dave Long (828-289-2264) · Mellnik Real Estate Services (828-248-1612)

Location

Address
343 Countryside Drive
City
Forest City, NC 28043
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Schools

Elementary
Unspecified
Middle
Unspecified
High
Unspecified

School assignments may change. Contact the school district to confirm.

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