This little 1948 charmer has seen a lot—and she's still got it! With granite counters, a built-in kitchen banquet, original hardwoods and a classic fireplace (for looks, not logs), she blends cozy charm with modern functionality. The updates have already been handled for you - updated HVAC, roof, windows & kitchen in the last 5 years! Need space to unwind? Head outside to drink coffee on your covered front porch or enjoy your huge shaded backyard and powered shed that are ready and just begging for a hammock or a fire pit! Bonus: it’s close to the greenways, Catawba College & downtown but WITHOUT city taxes! Whether it’s your first home or next investment, the "little blue house" has stood the test of time—now she’s ready for her next adventure with you!
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
0.62 acresLot Size
$280Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Laci Owens• EXP Realty
Contact: laciowensrealtor@gmail.com
Bought with Melissa Yates• Lantern Realty & Development LLC
Cute cottage close to Catawba and downtown Salisbury. Has new carpet and oak hardwood floors. Nice large shady lot. Two bedrooms and one bath.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$499
$24,000 + $50,479
$74,479
2024
$499
$24,000 + $50,479
$74,479
2023
$499 (+12.6%)
$24,000 + $50,479
$74,479
2022
$443 (+2.5%)
$21,600 + $37,675
$59,275
2020
$432
$21,600 + $37,675
$59,275
2019
$432 (+9.6%)
$21,600 + $37,675
$59,275
2018
$394
$21,600 + $32,915
$54,515
2017
$394
$21,600 + $32,915
$54,515
2016
$394
$21,600 + $32,915
$54,515
2015
$394 (+14.2%)
$21,600 + $32,915
$54,515
2014
$345 (+6.3%)
$19,200 + $29,578
$48,778
2013
$325 (−1.5%)
$19,200 + $29,578
$48,778
2012
$330
$19,200 + $29,578
$48,778
2011
$330
$19,200 + $29,578
$48,778
Tax history for 430 Sells Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$499
$24,000 + $50,479
$74,479
2024
$499
$24,000 + $50,479
$74,479
2023
$499 (+12.6%)
$24,000 + $50,479
$74,479
2022
$443 (+2.5%)
$21,600 + $37,675
$59,275
2020
$432
$21,600 + $37,675
$59,275
2019
$432 (+9.6%)
$21,600 + $37,675
$59,275
2018
$394
$21,600 + $32,915
$54,515
2017
$394
$21,600 + $32,915
$54,515
2016
$394
$21,600 + $32,915
$54,515
2015
$394 (+14.2%)
$21,600 + $32,915
$54,515
2014
$345 (+6.3%)
$19,200 + $29,578
$48,778
2013
$325 (−1.5%)
$19,200 + $29,578
$48,778
2012
$330
$19,200 + $29,578
$48,778
2011
$330
$19,200 + $29,578
$48,778
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.62 Acres
Year renovated
1986
Sq. Ft.
756
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Rowan County
APN
325 012
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Jun 1, 2021 • Final
Mechanical - gas piping
Gas
Mar 22, 2021 • Final
Plumbing - remodel
Remodel a bathroom and kitchen.
Bathroom
Kitchen
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
Parking Features: Attached Carport, Driveway
Has Carport
Carport Spaces: 1
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Main: 2
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Level: Main
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: In Kitchen, Inside
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Other - See Remarks
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central, Natural Gas
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Room Count: 4
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Laminate, Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Other - See Remarks
Roof: Other - See Remarks
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Zoning: GR6
Zoning Specification: GR6
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Wooded
Lot Size Area: 0.62
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 73 x 340 x 93 x 338
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Installed
Utilities: Electricity Connected
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: No Representation
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: North Rowan
Middle Or Junior High School: North Rowan
High School: North Rowan
Location Information
Directions: *Google Maps will NOT navigate you to property correctly. Please use alternate GPS navigation. Property is adjacent to North Hills School baseball field.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 756
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.62 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 1986
County: Rowan County
APN: 325 012
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 790
Living Area: 790
Above Grade Finished Area: 790
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 790
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
North Rowan Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.9mi
1/10
North Rowan Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.0mi
2/10
North Rowan High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
2/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
12% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$211,000 – $255,000
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