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$160,000
Property Description
Welcome home to this 3BR, 2BA home with flex space situated on an almost ½-acre flat lot in a quiet, established neighborhood. Priced at $160,000, this property offers incredible value and would make a wonderful first home or smart investment opportunity. Enjoy mornings on the rocking chair front porch, the perfect spot for coffee and conversation. Inside, the open floor plan creates a comfortable flow between the living, dining, and kitchen areas-ideal for everyday living. The versatile flex space can serve as a home office, playroom, hobby room, additional sitting area, or a 4th bedroom to fit your lifestyle needs. Step outside to a spacious fenced backyard with plenty of room to garden, play, or host gatherings. A special feature is the custom outdoor pizza oven and grilling area, offering a unique space for entertaining friends and family year-round. The large lot provides endless possibilities for outdoor enjoyment. Located just 10 minutes from downtown Rocky Mount, restaurants, and shopping, you'll love the peaceful setting while still being close to everyday conveniences. If you're looking for space and affordability-all in one package-this is a home you won't want to miss!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1717 Martin Luther King Dr
General
- Price: $160,000
- Taxes: $1,902 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2253
- MLS ID: 100555041
- Updated: 5/13/2026
- Added to Site: 86 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: LVT/LVP
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Living Area
Other Rooms
- Eat-in kitchen: Yes
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Front Porch
Parking
- Parking Features: Concrete
Location
- County: Edgecombe
- Subdivision: Farmington
- Driving Directions: Leggett Rd to left onto Whitfield Rd to right onto Martin Luther King Dr house on right
School Information
- Elementary School: Bullock
- Middle School: West Edgecombe
- High School: Southwest Edgecombe
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Gas Pack, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public, Public2
- Utility Description: Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Wood Frame
- Construction: Brick Veneer
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space2
- Roof: Shingle
- Square Feet: 1,467
- Year Built: 1976
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.46
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 20,038
- Lot Dimensions: 100 x 200 x 100 x 200
- Frontage: City Street, State Road, Paved, Paved
- Zoning: R10
- Fencing (Description): Chain Link, Back Yard
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $109.07
- Assessment Amount: $125,989
- Tax Amount: $1,902.43
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Legal Description: 1717 MARTIN LUTHER KING
- Property ID: 386078002300
Listed by eXp Realty LLC, Petra Thomas
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Schools
Schools serving 1717 Martin Luther King Dr
School District:Edgecombe County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
G W Bulluck Elementary 3090 Bulluck School Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27801 | PK-5 | 6 mi |
West Edgecombe Middle 6301 Nobles Mill Pond Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27801 | 6-8 | 4.3 mi |
Southwest Edgecombe High 5912 North Carolina 43, Pinetops, NC 27864 | 9-12 | 10.5 mi |
Edgecombe Early College High 2009 West Wilson Street, Tarboro, NC 27886 | 9-12 | 12 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1717 Martin Luther King Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/17/2026
Listed
$160,000
68.6%
MLS
6/22/2022
Sold
$94,900
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1717 Martin Luther King Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2019
$482
-69%
100%
2021
$1,566
225%
-100%
2019
$482
—
$95,788
—
2017
$482
-5%
$95,788
-3%
2016
$510
—
$98,703
—
2015
$510
6%
$98,703
—
2014
$481
4%
$98,703
—
2013
$462
—
$98,703
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1717 Martin Luther King Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27801 (MLS# 100555041) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1717 Martin Luther King Drive is currently listed for $160,000 and was received on February 17, 2026. Want to learn more about 1717 Martin Luther King Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Rocky Mount? You can browse all Rocky Mount real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
