Welcome to your private oasis inside the city limits of Stanley! This versatile property offers exceptional space, comfort, and income potential, all nestled on a generous 2.6-acre lot. The main ranch-style home features 3 bedrooms 2 full bathrooms and a workshop. Downstairs, a fully finished basement offers incredible flexibility with 2 additional bedrooms, 1 bathroom, full kitchen, private laundry, and a separate entrance and carport—ideal for multigenerational living or rental income. Step outside and discover the detached 1-bed, 1-bath guest house, perfect for visitors, or rental opportunity. There's also a 1200 sqft pole barn. With its rare combination of space, privacy, and city convenience, this property is a true gem. Whether you're looking for a multi-family setup, income-producing potential, or just room to breathe, this unique Stanley residence checks all the boxes.Don’t miss your chance to own this one-of-a-kind property—schedule your showing today!
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$375,000
154 Ethel Dr, Stanley, NC 28164
6beds
2,189sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1968
2.63 Acres Lot
$374,800 Zestimate®
$171/sqft
$2,513 Estimated rent
Home value
$374,800
$337,000 - $420,000
$2,513/mo
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Fully finished basementRanch-style homePrivate oasisFull kitchenPrivate laundryAdditional bedrooms
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Listed by:
Amber Meadows ambersells239@gmail.com,
Realty Executives Lake Norman
Bought with:
Bruce Allen
EXP Realty LLC Ballantyne
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4278634
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement, Utility Room, Main Level, Multiple Locations, Other
Features
- Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
- Basement: Apartment,Exterior Entry,Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,189
- Total interior livable area: 2,189 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,189
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached Carport, Detached Carport
- Carport spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Storage
- Fencing: Back Yard,Front Yard,Partial
- Waterfront features: None, Pond
Lot
- Size: 2.63 Acres
- Dimensions: 114563
- Features: Corner Lot, Orchard(s), Pond(s), Private, Wooded
Living quarters
- Secondary features: Guest House
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 175621
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Full, Wood, Other
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1968
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Smith Acres
Location
- Region: Stanley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $171/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $343,610
- Annual tax amount: $2,037
- Date on market: 7/7/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 5 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Gravel, Concrete, Dirt, Paved, Other
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/22/2025 | Sold | $375,000+7.1%$171/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4278634 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2025 | Pending sale | $350,000$160/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4278634 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $350,000$160/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4278634 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,037 | $343,610 |
| 2024 | $2,037 -1% | $343,610 |
| 2023 | $2,058 +43.6% | $343,610 +78.6% |
| 2022 | $1,433 -1.5% | $192,420 |
| 2021 | $1,454 | $192,420 |
| 2020 | $1,454 -0.7% | $192,420 |
| 2019 | $1,465 +39% | $192,420 +41.2% |
| 2018 | $1,054 -0.1% | $136,309 |
| 2017 | $1,054 +3.1% | $136,309 |
| 2016 | $1,023 | $136,309 -8.4% |
| 2014 | $1,023 | $148,846 |
| 2012 | -- | $148,846 |
| 2011 | -- | $148,846 |
| 2010 | -- | $148,846 |
| 2009 | -- | $148,846 |
| 2008 | -- | $148,846 -16.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $177,330 |
| 2006 | -- | $177,330 |
| 2005 | -- | $177,330 |
| 2004 | -- | $177,330 |
| 2003 | -- | $177,330 +0.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $176,960 +58.7% |
| 2001 | -- | $111,510 +8.2% |
| 2000 | -- | $103,100 |
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Neighborhood: 28164
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- NASpringfield Primary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 0.2 mi
- 5/10Stanley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 5/10East Gaston High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.8 mi
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