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    • Price cut: $9.1K (7/23)
    $169,900

    1896 Bell Rd, Otto, NC 28763

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    Residential
    Built in 1973
    1.88 Acres Lot
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    $--/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Wood burning fireplaceRoom for gardensTwo decksPeaceful private setting
    Opportunity awaits with this unique A-frame situated on 1.88 private, unrestricted acres in Otto. The home was originally a 3 bedroom, 1 bath home with a loft, this property has been taken down to the studs and is ready for complete renovation or rebuild offering a true blank slate for your vision. A new 25-year shingle roof is already in place, providing a great start to the project. Features include two decks and a wood burning fireplace, with plenty of potential to restore or reimagine the space. The property offers a peaceful, private setting with room for gardens, chickens, or park your RV or boat. Ideal for investors, builders, or buyers looking for a project in a quiet location. Just off of a paved state maintained road, but tucked away off the road.
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    Listed by:

    Sheila Myers,

    Keller Williams Realty Of Franklin

    Source: Carolina Smokies MLS,MLS#: 26046934

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 0
      • Bathrooms: 0
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: First
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: First
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: First
      Heating
      • Electric, Other
      Cooling
      • Other
      Appliances
      • Included: None, Electric Water Heater, Other Water Heater (See Remarks)
      Features
      • Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Other
      • Flooring: Other-See Remarks
      • Doors: Doors-Insulated, Other Doors (See Remarks)
      • Windows: Insulated Windows, Other Windows (See Remarks)
      • Basement: Crawl Space
      • Attic: None
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Brick
      Interior area
      • Living area range: 1201-1400 Square Feet
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      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: No Garage, None-Carport
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Deck
      • Exterior features: Other
      Lot
      • Size: 1.88 Acres
      • Features: Allow RVs, Level Yard, Private, Rolling, Unrestricted
      • Residential vegetation: Partially Wooded
      Details
      • Additional structures: Storage Building/Shed
      • Parcel number: 6581325858

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Traditional
      • Property subtype: Residential
      Materials
      • Composition Siding
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 1973

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Well, Private

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Otto

      Financial & listing details

      • Tax assessed value: $190,730
      • Annual tax amount: $766
      • Date on market: 4/17/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        $1,589/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/23/2026Price change$169,900-5.1%
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26046934 Report a problem
        7/10/2026Listed for sale$179,000
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26046934 Report a problem
        7/2/2026Contingent$179,000
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26046934 Report a problem
        5/19/2026Price change$179,000-8.2%
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26046934 Report a problem
        4/17/2026Listed for sale$195,000-13.3%
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26046934 Report a problem
        3/1/2026Listing removed$225,000
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26041807 Report a problem
        11/19/2025Listed for sale$225,000
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26041807 Report a problem
        10/29/2025Contingent$225,000
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26041807 Report a problem
        8/8/2025Listed for sale$225,000
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26041807 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$767 $190,730
        2024$767 +1.6%$190,730 +0.1%
        2023$754 +15.4%$190,630 +74.6%
        2022$654 $109,150
        2021$654 +10.5%$109,150
        2020$592 +2.2%$109,150
        2019$579 +6.8%$109,150 +1.1%
        2018$542 $107,920
        2017-- $107,920
        2016-- $107,920
        2015$542 $107,920 -9.6%
        2014-- $119,440
        2013-- $119,440
        2012-- $119,440
        2011-- $119,440
        2010-- $119,440
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        Neighborhood: 28763

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