Real Estate Investment Properties for Sale in Forest City, NC

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Investment Property for Sale in Forest City, NC

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PROPERTY	DETAILS	SALE PRICE	INVESTMENT PERFORMANCE
445 Old Caroleen Road Forest City, NC Pack your bags, this beautiful home is move in ready! Recent updates include a remodeled k...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,640 sq.ft.	$299,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.25% Traditional cash on cash: 5.14% Airbnb Rental Income: $824 Traditional Rental Income: $1873 Airbnb ROI: 0.25% Traditional ROI: 5.14%
649 Pine Street Extension Forest City, NC 3 bedroom 2 bath with drive in full basement on 1 level acre located in Forest City. Here ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,500 sq.ft.	$287,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.34% Traditional cash on cash: 2.98% Airbnb Rental Income: $824 Traditional Rental Income: $1394 Airbnb ROI: -0.34% Traditional ROI: 2.98%
126 Phillips Drive Forest City, NC Welcome home to this beautifully updated 1950 farmhouse full of warmth, charm, and charact...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 828 sq.ft.	$199,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.92% Traditional cash on cash: 3.68% Airbnb Rental Income: $878 Traditional Rental Income: $1067 Airbnb ROI: 0.92% Traditional ROI: 3.68%
1737 Whitesides Road Forest City, NC Beautiful Home with Acreage & Guest Cottage - UNDER APPRAISAL VALUE! This 3 bed, 2 bath fu...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,586 sq.ft.	$400,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.75% Traditional cash on cash: 5.05% Airbnb Rental Income: $824 Traditional Rental Income: $2675 Airbnb ROI: -0.75% Traditional ROI: 5.05%
732 Crowe Dairy Road Forest City, NC Welcome to the Beck Barn, a working, one-of-a-kind, turnkey event venue on the old Crowe D...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,003 sq.ft.	$1,200,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.87% Traditional cash on cash: 1.21% Airbnb Rental Income: $824 Traditional Rental Income: $2821 Airbnb ROI: -0.87% Traditional ROI: 1.21%
236 Elizabeth Avenue Forest City, NC Get UP TO 3% in seller paid loan buy-down or closing cost on this USDA eligible home!! Thi...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,225 sq.ft.	$264,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.58% Traditional cash on cash: 5.45% Airbnb Rental Income: $824 Traditional Rental Income: $1713 Airbnb ROI: 0.58% Traditional ROI: 5.45%
4411 US 221 Highway Forest City, NC Nestled on 20 beautiful wooded acres in the heart of Forest City, this charming single-sto...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,680 sq.ft.	$389,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.34% Traditional cash on cash: 2.45% Airbnb Rental Income: $824 Traditional Rental Income: $1521 Airbnb ROI: -0.34% Traditional ROI: 2.45%
335 Harmon Street Forest City, NC This charming Southern home offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of history just minut...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,794 sq.ft.	$197,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.56% Traditional cash on cash: 8.08% Airbnb Rental Income: $878 Traditional Rental Income: $1956 Airbnb ROI: 0.56% Traditional ROI: 8.08%
1677 US 221A Highway Forest City, NC VERSATILE HOME WITH GARAGE BUILDING AND MULTIPLE PARCELS - This charming three-bedroom, on...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,312 sq.ft.	$220,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.48% Traditional cash on cash: 6.13% Airbnb Rental Income: $824 Traditional Rental Income: $1675 Airbnb ROI: 0.48% Traditional ROI: 6.13%
229 Riverhills Drive Forest City, NC Welcome to 229 Riverhills Dr, where comfort, flexibility, and outdoor living come together...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,755 sq.ft.	$249,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.12% Traditional cash on cash: 6% Airbnb Rental Income: $824 Traditional Rental Income: $1942 Airbnb ROI: -0.12% Traditional ROI: 6%
168 Nursery Road Forest City, NC Beautifully designed 2024 construction, 3 bedroom, 2 bath home offering easy main-level li...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,482 sq.ft.	$334,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.54% Traditional cash on cash: 4.61% Airbnb Rental Income: $824 Traditional Rental Income: $2116 Airbnb ROI: -0.54% Traditional ROI: 4.61%
181 Sandy Hill Drive Forest City, NC Attention Investors! Don't miss this excellent income-producing opportunity featuring four...	1 beds \| 1 baths \| 560 sq.ft.	$299,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.31% Traditional cash on cash: 2.48% Airbnb Rental Income: $395 Traditional Rental Income: $1212 Airbnb ROI: -1.31% Traditional ROI: 2.48%
151 S Magnolia Street Forest City, NC Step into timeless charm with this beautifully maintained brick Craftsman-style bungalow, ...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,739 sq.ft.	$375,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 10% Traditional cash on cash: 4.79% Airbnb Rental Income: $5310 Traditional Rental Income: $2403 Airbnb ROI: 10% Traditional ROI: 4.79%
129 Prosperity Way Forest City, NC New Construction \| Modern Design \| Thoughtful Upgrades \| 7-year Warranty. Welcome to this ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,820 sq.ft.	$314,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.46% Traditional cash on cash: 4.82% Airbnb Rental Income: $824 Traditional Rental Income: $2057 Airbnb ROI: -0.46% Traditional ROI: 4.82%
176 Knollwood Drive Forest City, NC Up for sale is this 3 bedroom 2.5 bath with a two car garage in the desirable Knollwood ne...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,468 sq.ft.	$479,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.09% Traditional cash on cash: 3.12% Airbnb Rental Income: $824 Traditional Rental Income: $2385 Airbnb ROI: -1.09% Traditional ROI: 3.12%
145 Prosperity Way Forest City, NC Virtually enhanced image shown to illustrate the property's landscaping potential! Stunnin...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,820 sq.ft.	$314,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.46% Traditional cash on cash: 4.82% Airbnb Rental Income: $824 Traditional Rental Income: $2058 Airbnb ROI: -0.46% Traditional ROI: 4.82%
450 Washington Street Forest City, NC Nearly 5 acres in Forest City with a home, additional parcel, and a natural flowing creek!...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,020 sq.ft.	$274,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.03% Traditional cash on cash: 3.68% Airbnb Rental Income: $824 Traditional Rental Income: $1458 Airbnb ROI: -0.03% Traditional ROI: 3.68%
144 Georgia Avenue Forest City, NC Welcome to this beautifully crafted new construction home in Forest City, NC, offering the...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,713 sq.ft.	$374,700	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.36% Traditional cash on cash: 3.91% Airbnb Rental Income: $824 Traditional Rental Income: $2000 Airbnb ROI: -0.36% Traditional ROI: 3.91%
113 Kings Drive #3 & 4 Forest City, NC BRICK RANCH IN IDEAL LOCATION. This home is situated on a perfectly level, grassy lot of ....	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,500 sq.ft.	$219,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.44% Traditional cash on cash: 6.34% Airbnb Rental Income: $824 Traditional Rental Income: $1727 Airbnb ROI: 0.44% Traditional ROI: 6.34%
136 S Broadway Street Forest City, NC Charming opportunity in the heart of Forest City. This centrally located home offers conve...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,068 sq.ft.	$249,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.07% Traditional cash on cash: 3.53% Airbnb Rental Income: $878 Traditional Rental Income: $1358 Airbnb ROI: 0.07% Traditional ROI: 3.53%
210 Westwood Drive Forest City, NC Welcome to this stunning new construction home offering the perfect blend of modern style,...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,793 sq.ft.	$419,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.8% Traditional cash on cash: 4.37% Airbnb Rental Income: $824 Traditional Rental Income: $2528 Airbnb ROI: -0.8% Traditional ROI: 4.37%
427 Georgia Avenue Forest City, NC Tucked away on 1.19 private acres in a quiet cul-de-sac, this spacious brick home offers t...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,654 sq.ft.	$419,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 8.7% Traditional cash on cash: 4.3% Airbnb Rental Income: $5310 Traditional Rental Income: $2505 Airbnb ROI: 8.7% Traditional ROI: 4.3%
248 Jack Mckinney Road Forest City, NC Come and check out this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home nestled in the peaceful rural sett...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,374 sq.ft.	$249,995	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.12% Traditional cash on cash: 4.97% Airbnb Rental Income: $824 Traditional Rental Income: $1699 Airbnb ROI: -0.12% Traditional ROI: 4.97%
153 & 135 Caroleen Street Forest City, NC Attention investors, builders and flippers! Two homes on over half acre. Come see the pote...	1 beds \| 1 baths \| 921 sq.ft.	$99,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.99% Traditional cash on cash: 7.26% Airbnb Rental Income: $395 Traditional Rental Income: $942 Airbnb ROI: -0.99% Traditional ROI: 7.26%
167 Green Meadows Drive Forest City, NC Welcome home to this elegant 3BD/2BA home in the quiet, beautiful sought-after subdivision...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,389 sq.ft.	$570,700	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.65% Traditional cash on cash: 3.09% Airbnb Rental Income: $824 Traditional Rental Income: $2494 Airbnb ROI: -0.65% Traditional ROI: 3.09%
137 J E Morrow Street Forest City, NC Seller used the bonus room with closet as a 3rd bedroom. Charming home with a comfortable ...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,008 sq.ft.	$219,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.64% Traditional cash on cash: 4.83% Airbnb Rental Income: $878 Traditional Rental Income: $1412 Airbnb ROI: 0.64% Traditional ROI: 4.83%
138 Oak Hill Drive Forest City, NC Completely remodeled waiting for you to call it home! Seller has spared no expenses...3BD/...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,324 sq.ft.	$249,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.11% Traditional cash on cash: 3.81% Airbnb Rental Income: $824 Traditional Rental Income: $1421 Airbnb ROI: -0.11% Traditional ROI: 3.81%
139 Vista Drive Forest City, NC Located in Forest City this 3 bedroom, 3 bath home is spacious. New roof in 2024 and New h...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,162 sq.ft.	$267,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.23% Traditional cash on cash: 6.65% Airbnb Rental Income: $824 Traditional Rental Income: $2230 Airbnb ROI: -0.23% Traditional ROI: 6.65%
118 Tallyhoe Street Forest City, NC Welcome home to this well-maintained home built in 2022 and situated on a desirable corner...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,375 sq.ft.	$335,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.53% Traditional cash on cash: 3.25% Airbnb Rental Income: $824 Traditional Rental Income: $1688 Airbnb ROI: -0.53% Traditional ROI: 3.25%
1652 Doggett Road Forest City, NC Welcome home to this beautiful new construction 3-bedroom, 2-bath home featuring an attach...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,480 sq.ft.	$349,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.6% Traditional cash on cash: 2.62% Airbnb Rental Income: $824 Traditional Rental Income: $1553 Airbnb ROI: -0.6% Traditional ROI: 2.62%
828 Ferry Road Forest City, NC Welcome to 828 Ferry Road, where timeless quality meets endless potential! This well-built...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,046 sq.ft.	$342,500	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.26% Traditional cash on cash: 3.78% Airbnb Rental Income: $824 Traditional Rental Income: $1799 Airbnb ROI: -0.26% Traditional ROI: 3.78%
314 Maryland Drive #61 Forest City, NC New Construction with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms located right outside of the city limits....	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,075 sq.ft.	$275,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.27% Traditional cash on cash: 3.88% Airbnb Rental Income: $824 Traditional Rental Income: $1576 Airbnb ROI: -0.27% Traditional ROI: 3.88%
1109 Morningstar Lake Road Forest City, NC Exceptional custom-built home offering approximately 2,800 SF of thoughtfully designed liv...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,797 sq.ft.	$899,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.35% Traditional cash on cash: 0.51% Airbnb Rental Income: $824 Traditional Rental Income: $2056 Airbnb ROI: -1.35% Traditional ROI: 0.51%
320 Aqua Drive Forest City, NC 320 Aqua Dr is a one-story Forest City home with a functional layout and comfortable livin...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,478 sq.ft.	$260,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.18% Traditional cash on cash: 3.85% Airbnb Rental Income: $824 Traditional Rental Income: $1487 Airbnb ROI: -0.18% Traditional ROI: 3.85%
257 Maryland Drive Forest City, NC 2BD/1BA Ranch waiting for you to call it home! Conveniently located to ICC, Legacy Soccer ...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,757 sq.ft.	$243,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.54% Traditional cash on cash: 4.46% Airbnb Rental Income: $878 Traditional Rental Income: $1448 Airbnb ROI: 0.54% Traditional ROI: 4.46%
1264 Piney Ridge Road Forest City, NC Just outside the city limits, this well-maintained home sits on a spacious two-acre lot wi...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,120 sq.ft.	$260,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.51% Traditional cash on cash: 4.46% Airbnb Rental Income: $878 Traditional Rental Income: $1512 Airbnb ROI: 0.51% Traditional ROI: 4.46%
187 River Hills Drive Forest City, NC Brick ranch with two additional lots for total of 1.42 acres. Living room has a fireplace ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,052 sq.ft.	$280,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.16% Traditional cash on cash: 6.44% Airbnb Rental Income: $824 Traditional Rental Income: $2154 Airbnb ROI: 0.16% Traditional ROI: 6.44%
178 Trailwood Drive Forest City, NC Welcome home to this beautifully refreshed 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch offering easy one-level...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,520 sq.ft.	$283,700	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.14% Traditional cash on cash: 4.76% Airbnb Rental Income: $824 Traditional Rental Income: $1808 Airbnb ROI: -0.14% Traditional ROI: 4.76%

Real Estate investment in Forest-city, NC

There are 44 properties for sale in the city of Forest City . The median list price in Forest City is $197,382 and the average price per square foot is $114. In September 2026, the average monthly cash on cash return in Forest City is 4.00%. The average monthly rental income in Forest City is $1,784.

Forest-city, NC Real Estate Investing: FAQs for Buyers, Sellers and Investors

There are 44 investment properties available for sale in Forest-city.

In 2026, the best neighborhood to buy investment property is Forest City.

The ROI for Short-Term is higher than the Long-Term in Forest-city with average rental income of $824.

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Investment Property for Sale in Forest City, NC

445 Old Caroleen Road

Forest City, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,640 sq.ft.

$299,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.25%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.14%

Airbnb Rental Income: $824

Traditional Rental Income: $1873

Airbnb ROI: 0.25%

Traditional ROI: 5.14%

649 Pine Street Extension

Forest City, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,500 sq.ft.

$287,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.34%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.98%

Airbnb Rental Income: $824

Traditional Rental Income: $1394

Airbnb ROI: -0.34%

Traditional ROI: 2.98%

126 Phillips Drive

Forest City, NC

2 beds | 1 baths | 828 sq.ft.

$199,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.92%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.68%

Airbnb Rental Income: $878

Traditional Rental Income: $1067

Airbnb ROI: 0.92%

Traditional ROI: 3.68%

1737 Whitesides Road

Forest City, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 2,586 sq.ft.

$400,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.75%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.05%

Airbnb Rental Income: $824

Traditional Rental Income: $2675

Airbnb ROI: -0.75%

Traditional ROI: 5.05%

732 Crowe Dairy Road

Forest City, NC

3 beds | 3 baths | 3,003 sq.ft.

$1,200,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.87%

Traditional cash on cash: 1.21%

Airbnb Rental Income: $824

Traditional Rental Income: $2821

Airbnb ROI: -0.87%

Traditional ROI: 1.21%

236 Elizabeth Avenue

Forest City, NC

3 beds | 3 baths | 1,225 sq.ft.

$264,500

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.58%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.45%

Airbnb Rental Income: $824

Traditional Rental Income: $1713

Airbnb ROI: 0.58%

Traditional ROI: 5.45%

4411 US 221 Highway

Forest City, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,680 sq.ft.

$389,900

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.34%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.45%

Airbnb Rental Income: $824

Traditional Rental Income: $1521

Airbnb ROI: -0.34%

Traditional ROI: 2.45%

335 Harmon Street

Forest City, NC

2 beds | 2 baths | 1,794 sq.ft.

$197,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.56%

Traditional cash on cash: 8.08%

Airbnb Rental Income: $878

Traditional Rental Income: $1956

Airbnb ROI: 0.56%