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About this home
Welcome to 513 W First Street in Kenly! Offering an excellent opportunity for investors, first-time homebuyers, or those looking to downsize, this home provides a practical and affordable option with lots of potential! For investors, this home has a well established 3 year rental history. And for owner-occupants, the home presents an excellent opportunity to make it your own while building equity! Conveniently located near the heart of Kenly with easy access to local shopping, dining, and major roadways for travel throughout Johnston and the surrounding counties. Whether you're searching for your first home, downsizing into a more manageable property, or looking for your next investment, this property may be a great fit for you. Home is tenant occupied on month-to-month terms. Advance appointment is required for all showings. Please do not disturb the tenant.
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1976
- Lot
- 0.3 acres
- Garage
- 1 space
- County
- Johnston
- Price per sq ft
- $187
- Stories
- 1
- Construction
- Brick, Wood Frame
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Crawl Space
- Water
- Public
- Property tax
- $2,559 / year (2026)
- Listed
- Sep 4, 2026
- MLS #
- 100601414
Features
Inside
- Blinds/Shades
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Vinyl
Parking
- Garage Faces Front
- Gravel
- Enclosed
- Garage
Heating & cooling
- Electric
- Forced Air
- Central Air
Directions to 513 W 1st Street
Follow I-95 N to US-301 N/S Church St. Take exit 107 from I-95 N, Continue on US-301 N/S Church St. Drive to W 1st St in Kenly, Turn left onto W 1st St and home will be on the left.
Schools
- Elementary
- Glendale Kenly
- Middle
- North Johnston
- High
- North Johnston
As listed in the MLS. School assignments can change — confirm with the district for this address.
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About 513 W 1st Street
513 W 1st Street is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home of about 1,179 square feet, built in 1976, on 0.3 acres, Kenly, Johnston County, NC 27542.
At $219,900, it's 37% below the median asking price ($350,000) of the 14 other 3-bedroom listings for sale in Kenly today.
That's about $187 per square foot, compared with a Kenly median asking price of $183 per square foot.
Across ZIP 27542, 48 3-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $296,400.
It has been on the market for 59 days.
Area figures are broad context from the MLS, not a valuation — they don't adjust for condition, lot, views or updates. Ask us for a true comparison.
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How much is 513 W 1st Street?
513 W 1st Street is listed at $219,900 (about $187 per square foot) as of November 1, 2026. Status: for sale.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 513 W 1st Street have?
3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with about 1,179 square feet.
How long has 513 W 1st Street been on the market?
59 days.
When was 513 W 1st Street built?
1976.
Who is the listing broker for 513 W 1st Street?
RE/MAX Southland Realty II (MLS #100601414). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.
Can I tour 513 W 1st Street?
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