
$269,900 $215/sqft
412 Forest Drive
Maiden, NC 28650
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,255 sqft · 1997 · 2 mo ago
Forest Park in Maiden feels like a straightforward, well-kept pocket of town where everyday convenience does most of the talking.
Community overview based on MLS listing data for Forest Park, Maiden
Forest Park in Maiden feels like a straightforward, well-kept pocket of town where everyday convenience does most of the talking. The streets are lined with modest single-family homes, and the neighborhood’s scale gives it an easy, lived-in character. Recent updates show up often in the homes here, with renovated kitchens, refreshed flooring, and practical outdoor spaces that make the properties feel ready for real use rather than just show.
"A practical Maiden neighborhood where updated homes and small-town convenience come together naturally."
Most homes in Forest Park are one-level ranches or split-level layouts, built from the early 1990s through the mid-2000s. Vinyl siding is common, and many homes pair clean exterior lines with front porches, back decks, fenced yards, and driveways that add everyday function. The lot sizes are comfortable without becoming difficult to maintain, and the setting has a settled, residential rhythm. A few homes include carports or garages, but the emphasis here is less on extras and more on usable space, simple footprints, and practical updates.
Forest Park’s appeal is rooted in how easily the neighborhood connects to daily life in Maiden. Residents can walk to downtown Maiden, nearby parks, and the Maiden Recreation Center, which gives the area a nicely compact feel. The city park and the new splash pad park come up as nearby touchpoints, along with baseball fields and school access in the broader area. Homes often feature decks, fenced backyards, and open living spaces, so the indoor-outdoor rhythm is a natural part of life here.
"Close to parks, recreation, and downtown Maiden, Forest Park keeps the daily routine pleasantly simple."
Forest Park sits in the Town of Maiden, just off the downtown area and minutes from Hwy 321, making it an easy base for travel toward Hickory and Charlotte. The community is also described as convenient to Newton, Hickory, and Lincolnton, which broadens its practical reach across the region. Schools tied to the neighborhood are Maiden Elementary, Maiden Middle, and Maiden High, placing the community squarely within the Maiden school district. For buyers who want a neighborhood with direct access to town services, recreation, and a major highway corridor, Forest Park delivers a clear, grounded location.
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| Property | Sold | Sold Price | Days on Market | Size | Sold to Ask | Sold $/SF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | Jan 30 2026 | $245,000 | 89 | 1,100 sq ft | 99.0% | $223 |
| | Aug 11 2025 | $235,000 | 49 | 1,080 sq ft | 98.0% | $218 |
| | May 21 2024 | $243,000 | 29 | 1,159 sq ft | 99.2% | $210 |
| | Aug 9 2022 | $192,000 | 18 | 1,159 sq ft | 96.5% | $166 |
| | May 12 2022 | $203,000 | 40 | 1,144 sq ft | 112.8% | $177 |
| | Apr 7 2021 | $154,900 | 47 | 1,080 sq ft | 100.0% | $143 |
| | Feb 17 2021 | $190,000 | 48 | 1,572 sq ft | 100.5% | $121 |
| | Jan 28 2021 | $171,000 | 83 | 1,148 sq ft | 97.5% | $149 |
| | Jul 18 2019 | $132,000 | 47 | 1,152 sq ft | 101.5% | $115 |
| | Aug 23 2018 | $120,000 | 41 | 1,130 sq ft | 100.0% | $106 |
| | Oct 27 2017 | $103,460 | 56 | 1,164 sq ft | 103.6% | $89 |
| | May 30 2017 | $117,000 | 63 | 1,103 sq ft | 97.6% | $106 |
| | May 26 2017 | $105,200 | 37 | 1,155 sq ft | 92.7% | $91 |
| | May 10 2017 | $117,000 | 43 | 1,103 sq ft | 97.6% | $106 |
| | Jan 31 2017 | $111,500 | 97 | 1,086 sq ft | 95.4% | $103 |
| | Nov 20 2015 | $114,900 | 56 | 1,086 sq ft | 100.0% | $106 |
| | Aug 27 2015 | $101,500 | 139 | 1,108 sq ft | 92.4% | $92 |
| | Jun 3 2015 | $107,000 | 76 | 1,092 sq ft | 97.4% | $98 |
| | Dec 20 2012 | $105,000 | 282 | 1,254 sq ft | 98.1% | $84 |
Closed sales from MLS history for Forest Park, Maiden
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The Forest Park real estate market shows balanced market conditions. Homes typically sell within 48 days. With 1 active listing and 2 homes sold in the past year, a healthy balance exists between buyers and sellers.
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