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For sale by owner
  • $450,000

    17286 State Highway 53 E, Kelly, NC 28448

    3beds
    1,512sqft
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    $2,744/mo
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    SingleFamily
    Built in 1969
    6.75 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $298/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Durable metal roof
    Charming Brick Ranch on 6.75 Peaceful Acres in Kelly, NC Escape the hustle and settle into true country living with this solid 1969 brick ranch nestled on 6¾ acres of fully cleared, mowed land in the quiet town of Kelly, North Carolina. Feel like you’ve stepped back in time—where neighbors still help neighbors and the pace of life is refreshingly slow. The Property • 3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | ±1,500 sq ft • Classic brick ranch with a welcoming single-story layout • Newly renovated kitchen and bathrooms – move-in ready • 3-year-old HVAC system for reliable comfort • Durable metal roof already in place • Detached 2-car garage plus extra workshop bay – perfect for hobbies, storage, or projects • Bonus structures: a she-shed and a utility shed • Fenced backyard for pets, play, or privacy • Mature trees including two large pecan trees and one peach tree, plus a few others for shade and seasonal enjoyment • Entire acreage is open grass and regularly mowed—ready for gardens, animals, recreation, or simply enjoying the views Across the street you’ll find expansive farmland, adding to the open, rural feel. No HOA means you can truly make the property your own. Location & Lifestyle Kelly offers that rare small-town peace while still keeping you connected: • Approximately 30 minutes west of Leland • About 45 minutes from Wilmington • Excellent area for fishing and hunting • Surrounded by friendly neighbors and the classic “neighbors helping neighbors” community spirit Whether you’re looking for a quiet primary residence, a weekend retreat, or a place to raise animals and grow your own food, this property delivers space, privacy, and genuine country charm without being isolated. Ready to experience the peaceful lifestyle? Contact us today to schedule your private showing.
    What the owner loves about this home
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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Forced air, Other, Propane / Butane
      Cooling
      • Central
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range / Oven
      Features
      • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Laminate
      • Basement: None
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,512 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: None, Garage
      Features
      • Exterior features: Wood, Brick, Metal
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Territorial
      Lot
      • Size: 6.75 Acres
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0017377

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      Materials
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1969

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Kelly

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $298/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $116,810
      • Annual tax amount: $999
      • Date on market: 8/6/2026

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

        Not available

        $1,446/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/6/2026Listed for sale$450,000+11150%$298/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        10/25/2016Sold$4,000-96%$3/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        5/9/2016Sold$100,000$66/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$999 $116,810
        2024$999 $116,810
        2023$999 $116,810
        2022$999 +1.9%$116,810 +6.1%
        2021$980 $110,140
        2020$980 $110,140
        2019$980 $110,140
        2018$980 $110,140
        2017$980 -0.9%$110,140 -0.9%
        2015$989 +9.1%$111,160 -0.8%
        2014$907 -12.5%$112,000
        2013$1,037 $112,000
        2012-- $112,000
        2011$907 $112,000
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 28448

        Getting around

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        Car-Dependent
        32 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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