
$559,900 $499/sqft
444 Starnes Circle Drive
Taylorsville, NC 28681
1 bd · 2 ba · 1,121 sqft · 1 ac · 2022 · 4 mo ago
Sherwood Forest in Taylorsville has a settled, tucked-away feel, with homes spread across generous lots and mature trees framing the streets.
Community overview based on MLS listing data for Sherwood Forest, Taylorsville
Sherwood Forest in Taylorsville has a settled, tucked-away feel, with homes spread across generous lots and mature trees framing the streets. The neighborhood reads as a place where space matters: many properties sit on acre-plus parcels, and several homes lean into a country setting with porches, decks, and long driveways that give each address its own presence. The overall impression is relaxed and residential, with a mix of older ranches, updated split-levels, and newer custom builds that keep the neighborhood from feeling one-note.
"Sherwood Forest pairs a wooded setting with homes that have room to breathe."
Architecturally, Sherwood Forest is firmly single-family territory, and the housing stock spans from late-1960s construction to a newer 2022 build. Many homes feature brick exteriors, and the neighborhood also includes log cabins, ranches, and renovated homes with finished or partially finished basements. That variety gives the community a lived-in character, while still allowing for substantial updates such as modern kitchens, replacement windows, refreshed baths, and outdoor improvements. Basements appear often, adding flexible space for storage, hobbies, or additional living areas, and garages are common enough to be part of the neighborhood’s practical appeal.
The lot sizes help define the feel here. Yards are often sizable, and several listings emphasize privacy, fenced outdoor space, or wooded surroundings. Rather than tightly arranged streets, Sherwood Forest offers a little more breathing room, which suits the neighborhood’s rural-suburban edge.
Sherwood Forest is less about shared amenities and more about what individual homes and lots provide. There is no community pool, and the rhythm of daily life seems to center on private outdoor space, porches, decks, workshops, and usable basements. Some homes offer detached garages, storage buildings, or finished lower levels, while others lean into modern comfort with open kitchens, updated systems, and single-level layouts. The neighborhood’s appeal comes from that blend of utility and comfort, with homes that can feel rustic, polished, or somewhere in between.
"The neighborhood’s draw is its generous land, versatile homes, and unhurried setting."
Sherwood Forest sits in the Bethlehem area of Alexander County, with Taylorsville as the listed city. Public remarks point to a location that is close to supermarkets, schools, restaurants, parks, and other everyday conveniences, while also being near Hwy 127 and the Rink Dam Road/Hayden Road corridor. One listing notes the area is only minutes from Hickory and Taylorsville, and another mentions proximity to Lake Hickory. School assignments are Bethlehem Elementary, West Alexander Middle, and Alexander Central High, which grounds the community in the local Alexander County school network. For buyers who want a residential setting without losing access to town services and regional routes, Sherwood Forest sits in a practical middle ground.
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15 recently sold in Sherwood Forest, Taylorsville
| Property | Sold | Sold Price | Days on Market | Size | Sold to Ask | Sold $/SF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | Apr 27 2026 | $475,000 | 40 | 1,570 sq ft | 100.0% | $303 |
| | Mar 26 2026 | $405,000 | 37 | 1,721 sq ft | 97.6% | $235 |
| | Dec 13 2024 | $205,000 | 100 | 1,200 sq ft | 93.6% | $171 |
| | Aug 11 2023 | $298,000 | 36 | 1,540 sq ft | 102.8% | $194 |
| | Feb 24 2022 | $225,000 | 18 | 1,944 sq ft | 107.1% | $116 |
| | Dec 15 2021 | $240,000 | 50 | 2,100 sq ft | 98.0% | $114 |
| | Nov 2 2021 | $248,900 | 83 | 2,006 sq ft | 102.5% | $124 |
| | Apr 1 2021 | $49,900 | 244 | — | 90.9% | — |
| | Oct 9 2020 | $179,000 | 71 | 1,674 sq ft | 96.8% | $107 |
| | Apr 6 2020 | $158,000 | 46 | 2,070 sq ft | 105.3% | $76 |
| | Jun 17 2019 | $255,500 | 63 | 2,340 sq ft | 92.9% | $109 |
| | Jul 31 2017 | $136,500 | 55 | 2,054 sq ft | 97.5% | $66 |
| | Jul 31 2017 | $136,500 | 55 | 2,054 sq ft | 97.5% | $66 |
| | Jun 16 2017 | $128,500 | 154 | 1,896 sq ft | 87.5% | $68 |
| | Jul 31 2015 | $187,500 | 52 | 2,644 sq ft | 99.2% | $71 |
Closed sales from MLS history for Sherwood Forest, Taylorsville
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The Sherwood Forest real estate market shows balanced market conditions. Homes typically sell within 55 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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