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.
For sale
Price cut: $16K (5/19)
$179,000
1896 Bell Rd, Otto, NC 28763
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Residential
Built in 1973
1.88 Acres Lot
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What's special
Wood burning fireplaceRoom for gardensTwo decksPeaceful private setting
- 51 days |
- 826 |
- 56 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sheila Myers,
Keller Williams Realty Of Franklin
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS,MLS#: 26046934
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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
Not available
Estimated sales range
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$1,333/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/19/2026 | Price change | $179,000-8.2% |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26046934 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $195,000-13.3% |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26046934 Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/2026 | Listing removed | $225,000 |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26041807 Report a problem | ||
| 11/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $225,000 |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26041807 Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2025 | Contingent | $225,000 |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26041807 Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $225,000 |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26041807 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax 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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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28763
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10South Macon ElementaryGrades: PK-4Distance: 2.4 mi
- 6/10Macon Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 6.2 mi
- 6/10Macon Early College High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.7 mi
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- North Carolina
- Macon County
- Otto
- 28763
- 1896 Bell Rd
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