New 2026 ranch in Hickory Hills — modern finishes, easy access to I-95
Sales comparison approach using recent sales of similar new construction homes in the area. Adjusted for size, features, and location.
A covered screened porch and an adjoining grilling patio set the tone the moment you step onto 13 Alex Acres Way — this is living designed for low-maintenance, outdoor-first days and easy entertaining. The single-story ranch layout spreads 1,512 square feet across a clean, modern floor plan that emphasizes comfortable sightlines and 9-foot smooth ceilings. From the porch you can picture weekend barbecues and quiet evenings while the interior stays cool on the central AC system.
Inside, the kitchen anchors the public spaces with granite countertops, a tiled backsplash, and an open plan that connects to the living and dining areas. The finishes are contemporary without being fussy: durable flooring, a neutral palette ready for personal styling, and efficient electric heat-pump heating for year-round comfort. The layout places three bedrooms and two full baths on one level, offering practical flow for families, downsizers, or anyone seeking single-floor convenience.
Practical features include a two-car attached garage plus driveway parking for additional vehicles, public water service, and a septic system. The property was completed as new construction in 2026 and presents as move-in ready; broker notes indicate some exterior landscaping and final touches may still be in progress. At a listing price of $345,000 (about $228 per square foot), the home aligns with recent nearby closings for new homes in Hickory Hills, making it a competitively priced option for this market segment.
Location is one of the home's advantages: Hickory Hills sits within Johnston County with quick access to Eastfield Crossing Shopping Center (restaurants and groceries) and I-95 about 2.8 miles away, which supports commuting and regional travel. Schools serving the area include Selma Elementary and Selma Middle (both rated around 6/10) and Smithfield-Selma High (3/10) in the Johnston County School District. Whether you're buying for primary residence or investment, this new ranch balances modern amenities with the practicalities buyers want in a growing Selma neighborhood.
13 Alex Acres Way, Selma, NC 27576
Hickory Hills offers a quietly residential setting within Selma, with new construction activity and convenient access to retail concentrated around Eastfield Crossing. The neighborhood appeals to buyers seeking single-story living close to highways — I-95 is less than three miles away — while remaining within the Raleigh-Cary metropolitan orbit. Local dining, grocery options, and everyday services are a short drive; the subdivision's emerging character is defined by modest, modern homes and practical outdoor spaces. Families will find schools served by the Johnston County system, and commuters appreciate the straightforward route to regional employment centers.
Limited immediate park access, with Flowers Plantation golf amenities roughly 10 miles away; regional trails and outdoor options are reachable by short drive via I-95 or into Raleigh.
Local market activity for new construction in Selma currently favors sellers of move-in-ready product, driven by limited resale inventory and ongoing development near major corridors like I-95. Recent comparable closings on Alex Acres Way and nearby neighborhoods show closed prices between $325K and $340K for similar three-bedroom ranches built in 2025–2026, which supports the $345,000 asking price for this 1,512 sq ft home. While exact inventory and average days-on-market figures for Johnston County are not provided in the dataset, broker reporting and recent comps indicate steady demand for turnkey new builds — especially those with modern kitchens, open layouts, and convenient access to shopping.
Buyers should note that new-construction listings in this price band move quickly when landscaping and exterior work are complete. The presence of a septic system and the local school ratings (elementary/middle ~6/10, high school ~3/10) will factor differently for different buyer types: commuters and investors prioritizing location and product quality remain active, while families weighing school performance may want to dig deeper into district boundaries. For sellers, pricing near recent closed comps is a sound strategy; for buyers, this is a competitive time to secure new inventory before additional market entrants increase choice.
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