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526 5th Street

Albemarle, NC 28001

Active 7 days on market Listing ID CAR 304762967

$359,000

Est. $2,064/mo — See my rate

$137/Sq Ft

4 bd · 3 ba · 2,615 sqft · $137/sqft

4 Beds

3 Baths

2,615 Sq Ft

$137/Sq Ft

1950 Built

— acres Single Family Residence Forest Hills Listed Jun 15, 2026 Updated Jun 16, 2026 HOA None

About This Home

Located in the desirable Forest Hills neighborhood, this well-maintained brick home offers a blend of character, functionality, and convenience. Situated just minutes from downtown shopping, dining, Pavilion Park, and the local hospital, the location provides easy access to many everyday amenities.

The main level features a spacious primary suite with a large private bath, formal living and dining rooms, and a comfortable den that can serve as a home office, study, or flex space. Gorgeous hardwood floors add warmth and charm throughout much of the home.

Upstairs, you'll find a large recreation room, two additional bedrooms, and an updated full bath, providing ample space for a variety of living arrangements. Built-in storage and abundant closet space can be found throughout the home.

Outdoor features include a fenced backyard, detached garage, and covered side porch—ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Additional updates include replacement windows and a roof installed in 2015.

Don't miss this opportunity to own a classic Forest Hills home in a convenient location close to shopping, dining, parks, and healthcare facilities.

Property Details

Interior Details

Heating: Heat Pump
Flooring: Tile
Vinyl
Wood
Sqftmain: 1620
Roomcount: 11
Sqftlower: 0
Sqftthird: 0
Sqftupper: 995
Bedroommain: 2
Bedroomupper: 2
Fullbathmain: 2
Halfbathmain: 0
Fullbathupper: 1
Half Bathrooms: 0
Total Bathrooms: 3
Window Features: Insulated Window(s)
Laundry Features: In Basement
Interior Features: Attic Other
Split Bedroom
Walk-In Closet(s)
Mainlevelgarageyn: 0
Sqftunheatedtotal: 589
Fireplace Features: Bonus Room
Living Room
Sqfttotalpropertyhla: 2615
Sqftunheatedbasement: 589

Dwelling And Structure

Architectural Style: Ranch
Traditional

Square Footage And Levels

Levels: One and One Half
Above Grade Finished Area: 2615
Below Grade Finished Area: 0

Parking And Garage

Parking Features: Driveway
Detached Garage

Exterior Features

Roof: Architectural Shingle
Construction Materials: Aluminum
Brick Full
Patio And Porch Features: Covered
Front Porch
Side Porch

Lot And Land

Fencing: Back Yard
Lot Features: Level
Wooded
Lot Size Units: Acres
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Lot Size Dimensions: 84x150

Basement And Foundation

Basement: Exterior Entry
Partial
Walk-Up Access
Foundation Details: Basement
Crawl Space

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available
Electricity Connected
Water Source: City

Financial Information

Citytaxespaidto: Albemarle
Hoasubjecttodues: No
Proposedspecialassessmentyn: 0

Zoning And Restrictions

Zoningspecification: R-10

Listed by Larry McGuire (704-408-6000) · Larry McGuire Realty (980-581-8183)

Location

Address: 526 5th Street
City: Albemarle, NC 28001
Community: Forest Hills

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Schools

Elementary: Central Albemarle
Middle: Albemarle
High: Albemarle

School assignments may change. Contact the school district to confirm.

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