720 W Sumter Street
Shelby, NC, 28150 $ 289,000
Bedrooms2 Baths1.1 Sq 1,532 Monthly Estimate*
$ 1,996
for $289,000 with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath, 1 half bath. This 1,532 square foot home was built in 1951 on a lot size of 0.29.
Don't miss this charming cottage within walking distance of Uptown Shelby and Shelby City Park! Valuable updates including newly refinished hardwood floors, new, maintenance-free vinyl siding (wide plank with added insulation), full kitchen remodel, screen porch addition, roof (2020), and stick-built carport that doubles as a great entertaining space. The beautiful landscaping and winding walkway welcome you, and the front porch offers a great place to enjoy outdoor living. The interior has as much character as the curb appeal with hardwood floors, beautiful moldings, fresh paint, and great flow. Enter into the large living room with fireplace that adjoins a spacious dining room. The kitchen has been thoughtfully remodeled for convenience and function while preserving the home's vintage personality. There is a cozy den/office with built-in bookshelves and a window seat. A central hall connects the living areas to 2 bedrooms and 1.5 baths. There is a great laundry room off the kitchen which gives added storage and work space. Additional outdoor living areas include a screened porch, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee, plus an entertaining area around a fire pit. So many options! The basement can be accessed through an interior staircase or from outside. This is VALUABLE space for storage, a workshop, or possibly, additional living space! The stick-built carport has engineered trusses, great lighting, and electrical available at the corner posts, and it also has a 30 amp RV hookup. Other updates include custom fit INDOW WINDOWS (interior storm windows that improve energy efficiency, etc), a new front storm door, new exterior door to screened porch, and new hot water heater in 2025. Lined crawl space, sump pump and dehumidifier. PLEASE NOTE: the current washer/dryer and stove in the home are different from what is shown in the photos, but will remain. Kitchen refrigerator also remains. Fireplace is blocked off and not in use.
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FeaturesGeneralLiving Area 1532
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Forced Air Oil
Cooling Ceiling Fan(s) Central Air Electric
Utilities Electricity Connected
Roof Architectural Shingle
Appliances Dishwasher Dryer Electric Range Electric Water Heater Microwave Refrigerator Washer Washer/Dryer
Patio/Porch Features Front Porch Screened Side Porch Other - See Remarks
Architectural Style Bungalow
Construction Materials Vinyl
Year Built 1951
Levels One
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Parcel Number 19252
County Cleveland
New Construction N
Property Type Residential
HOA N
Subdivision Name None
Garage Y/N N
Full Baths 1
Directions From Uptown Shelby take W Marion Street turn right on N Thompson Street then left on W Sumter Street. Home is on the right.
High School Shelby
City Shelby
Senior Community Y/N N
Open Parking Spaces 2
Lot Size Units Acres
Carport Spaces 2
Carport Y/N Y
Elementary School Elizabeth
Middle/Junior High School Shelby
Additional Parcels Y/N N
Standard Status Active
Construction Type Site Built
Restrictions No Restrictions
Tax Assessed Value 175624
Listing Terms Cash Conventional FHA VA Loan
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InteriorInterior Amenities Built-in Features Storage
Basement Daylight Exterior Entry Interior Entry Unfinished Walk-Out Access
Flooring Wood
Fireplace Features Living Room Non-Functional Other - See Remarks
Basement (Y/N) Y
Window Features Storm Window(s)
Fireplace Y/N Y
Above Grade Finished Area 1532
Half Baths 1
Laundry Features Electric Dryer Hookup Inside Laundry Room Main Level Washer Hookup
Total Bedrooms 2
Below Grade Finished Area 0
Total Baths 2
SqFt Main 1532
SqFt Lower 0
SqFt Upper 0
Bedroom 2
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ExteriorParking Features Detached Carport Parking Space(s) RV Access/Parking
Lot Features Level Wooded
Water Source City
Lot Size Area 0.29
Foundation Details Basement Crawl Space
Road Surface Type Gravel Paved
Door Features Screen Door(s) Storm Door(s)
Other Equipment Fuel Tank - Owned
Road Responsibility Publicly Maintained Road
Main Level Garage YN N
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* Excluded FeaturesList ByKeller Williams UnifiedBroker
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Average List Price $322,276
Percent of Sale Price 12%
About Shelby, NC 20,459 Population
-5% Since 2002
$ 35,868 Median Income
41.68 Median Age
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
|---|
| 10/3/2026 | $289,000 | -3.34% | Price Down |
| 6/4/2026 | $299,000 | -5.08% | Price Down |
| 5/13/2026 | $315,000 | | Listed Price |