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$112,000

Shelby, NC 28150
Listed by Wilson Rivera Roblero · Keller Williams Ballantyne Area
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Living area
N/A
Year built
1870

About this home

Embrace the charm of a bygone era in this captivating 1870 farmhouse, nestled on a peaceful 0.9-acre country retreat. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home beckons you to step back in time and infuse it with your personal touch, making it an ideal investment property for Airbnb or long-term rental. Stepping inside this historic 1870 dwelling, you're greeted by the warmth of not one, but two fireplaces, one in the living room and another in the family room, adding a cozy ambiance to the layout. Opportunities abound to restore and personalize this vintage gem, it's a ready blank canvas for your vision. The property's outdoor spaces invite you to savor the countryside views. A covered wrap around front and side porch, a screened side porch, a covered rear porch, and a covered left-side porch offer ample options for al fresco enjoyment. A circular driveway adds convenience and accessibility, welcoming you home. This countryside treasure from 1870 is brimming with potential, awaiting your restoration efforts to breathe new life into its charming character. It presents an excellent opportunity for Airbnb or long-term rental, allowing you to capitalize on the growing demand for unique, historic accommodations in North Carolina. Bring your imagination and transform this piece of history into your very own sanctuary or profitable investment.

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS #
CAR4360089
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
none
Status
Active
Days on market
1
On market date
March 20, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
1
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
N/A
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).

Elementary
Union Elementary
4.44 mi away · Grades -1-5
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.0
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
393
Student:teacher ratio
15.1:1
District
Cleveland County Schools
Middle
Burns Middle
8.95 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.0
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
768
Student:teacher ratio
17.1:1
District
Cleveland County Schools
High
Burns High
9.26 mi away · Grades 9-12
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.0
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
906
Student:teacher ratio
15.4:1
District
Cleveland County Schools

Walkability

Blended score for Shelby's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

13
Very car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
4.3 / 20 -- Least walkable
Google Places amenity density
0 / 100
Restaurants & cafes0
Grocery stores0
Parks0
Schools0
Transit stops0
Pharmacies0

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Shelby, from live MLS data.

On the market 1 days -- 98 fewer days than Shelby's current average of 99 days.
For reference, the median list price across 284 active listings in Shelby right now is $289,250.

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$22,400 down
$89,600 loan
Principal & interest$581
Property tax (est.)$93
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated March 21, 2026.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.