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$225,000

509 5th St, Spencer, NC 28159

3 bed · 2 bath · 1,620 sq ft

Active

3

bedrooms

2

baths

1,620

sq.ft.

$139

price per sf

Property TypeResidential
Year Built1922

Presented by Citadel Cofield · Office (980) 272-8547

About This Property

SELLER IS OFFERING $3,000 IN CONCESSIONS WITH AN ACCEPTABLE OFFER! Welcome to 509 5th Street in Spencer, where classic character, generous living space, and modern comfort come together in a home that is ready for its next chapter. This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers approximately 1,620 square feet of one-level living, giving you the space you need without sacrificing the warmth and personality that make an older home special. From the moment you arrive, the inviting covered front porch sets the tone—an ideal place to enjoy your morning coffee, unwind at the end of the day, or simply take in the neighborhood. Step inside and you’ll immediately notice the beautiful wood flooring, abundant natural light, and spacious rooms that give this home an open, comfortable feel. The living areas offer plenty of room for both relaxing and entertaining, while the classic fireplace adds an eye-catching focal point and a touch of timeless charm. The kitchen provides ample cabinetry and workspace along with a dishwasher, electric range, and refrigerator, making it easy to settle in and start enjoying the home from day one. The primary bedroom features its own en-suite bathroom, creating a private retreat, while two additional bedrooms offer flexibility for family, guests, a home office, hobby room, or whatever best fits your lifestyle. A dedicated laundry room adds another layer of everyday convenience. Outside, the property continues to deliver with a detached one-car garage, providing valuable parking, storage, workshop, or hobby space. The approximately 0.17-acre lot offers manageable outdoor space without overwhelming maintenance, and with NO HOA, you can enjoy homeownership without monthly association dues. The home is also connected to city water and city sewer and features central air and a heat pump for year-round comfort. Whether you’re searching for your first home, looking to simplify with one-level living, or simply want a property that combines character, space, convenience, and value, 509 5th Street deserves a closer look. And with the seller offering $3,000 in concessions with an acceptable offer, buyers may have an opportunity to put those funds toward allowable closing costs, prepaid expenses, or other lender-approved expenses. Don’t just scroll past this one—schedule your private showing and come see what makes 509 5th Street a place you’ll want to call home.

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MLS GRID

About the Neighborhood

Homes for sale in 28159 center on Spencer, a small Rowan County community of genuine railroad history significance approximately 40 miles northeast of Charlotte via I-85, anchored by the North Carolina Transportation Museum, one of the most significant rail heritage destinations in the American Southeast, housed on the former Southern Railway's primary repair facility. The residential landscape features early 20th-century worker cottages, Craftsman bungalows, and mid-century ranch homes on the community's compact, walkable street grid, reflecting Spencer's origins as a planned railroad company town. The growing Downtown Salisbury corridor along East Innes Street, with its acclaimed independent restaurants and craft beverage scene, is minutes away, and Dan Nicholas Park provides extensive outdoor recreation within easy reach. Major employers along the Salisbury and I-85 corridor, including Novant Health Rowan Medical Center and Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, anchor regional employment. The 28159 real estate market offers buyers distinctive architectural character tied to genuine American industrial history at highly competitive price points, with direct I-85 connectivity placing Charlotte approximately 40 minutes away.

Property Features

Property Description

  • Beds Total: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2 Full
  • Year Built: 1922
  • Living Area: 1,620 sqft
  • New Construction: No
  • MLS #: 4395795

Additional Home Features

  • Subdivision: None
  • Neighborhood: None

Association

  • HOA Required: No

Interior Features

  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Laundry Room

Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Electric Range
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Refrigerator

Construction Materials

  • Vinyl
  • Foundation: Crawl Space

Cooling

  • Central Air

Foundation Details

  • Crawl Space

Heating

  • Heat Pump

Laundry Features

  • Laundry Room

Levels

  • One

Parking Features

  • Detached Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 1

Road

  • Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete, Paved

Sewer

  • Public Sewer

WaterSource

  • City

Fireplace

  • Fireplace: Yes

Tax and Financial Info

  • Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Location

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