PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Fiber Internet! Come and visit 508 Eaton Ave. better known as ''Eaton'' or William T Alston home in historic Warrenton. Drenched in history, this stunning, 1850's, Pre-Civil War Estate was referred to as the Showplace of Warrenton, NC. For those who do not know; this area was the playground of the wealthy. Some of the mantels in the home were recently discovered to be Federalist, which was in the early 1800's. Custom built by the renowned Jacob W. Holt, Architect, carpenter/Joiner, the style of the home has Greek and Italianate features that were adapted to local preferences. But, some of the mantels in the home were recently discovered to be Federalist, which was in the early 1800's. The home boasts 2 closets/bedroom; in which most homes of that era had none. This home is unique in so many ways & the acreage is one. There are approx. 20 ac of land: home sits on 11 ac in town limits and the remaining 8.4 ac are outside town limits which is zoned agriculture allowing horses, cows, etc. Many very old Oaks, Magnolias, English Boxwoods, & a pecan grove, a greenhouse, outbuildings w/concrete floors, 2 barns, one w/tack room & a lg storage area w/sliding door. Pastures and privacy. This is a once in a lifetime chance to own ''Eaton''!
For sale
Price cut: $23K (1/24)
$866,900
508 Eaton Ave, Warrenton, NC 27589
5beds
4,207sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1850
20 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$206/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Greek and italianate featuresPastures and privacy
- 357 days |
- 1,263 |
- 87 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Denise C Allen 252-213-2532,
Denise Allen Realty, Inc.
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10091223
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas, See Remarks
Cooling
- Attic Fan
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Features
- Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Pantry, Crown Molding, Dual Closets, High Speed Internet, Natural Woodwork, Master Downstairs, Second Primary Bedroom, Separate Shower, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Parquet, Tile
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Shutters, Window Treatments
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 7
- Fireplace features: Bedroom, Den, Dining Room, Library, Master Bedroom, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,207
- Total interior livable area: 4,207 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,207
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Asphalt, Circular Driveway, Parking Lot, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Awning(s), Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch, Side Porch
- Exterior features: Awning(s), Balcony, Lighting, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Smart Camera(s)/Recording, Storage
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Orchard, Pasture, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 20 Acres
- Features: Agricultural, Back Yard, Cleared, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Level, Many Trees, Native Plants, Views, Wooded, See Remarks
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Greenhouse, Outbuilding, Stable(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 2946922238 & 2946927386
- Zoning: Residential/ag
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Local Historic Designation
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Lap Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1850
Details
- Builder name: Jacob W Holt
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Green energy
- Water conservation: Efficient Hot Water Distribution
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Historical Area, Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Warrenton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $206/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $215,104
- Annual tax amount: $3,499
- Date on market: 4/24/2025
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/24/2026 | Price change | $866,900-2.6%$206/sqft |
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| 11/6/2025 | Price change | $889,900-2.7%$212/sqft |
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| 9/5/2025 | Price change | $914,900-9.5%$217/sqft |
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| 4/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,010,630+9.1%$240/sqft |
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| 4/5/2025 | Listing removed | $926,000$220/sqft |
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| 6/26/2024 | Listed for sale | $926,000$220/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,377 +4% | $215,104 |
| 2023 | $3,248 +3.4% | $215,104 |
| 2022 | $3,141 | $215,104 |
| 2021 | $3,141 -11.4% | $215,104 |
| 2020 | $3,543 | $215,104 +25.7% |
| 2017 | -- | $171,127 -5.4% |
| 2016 | -- | $180,818 |
| 2015 | -- | $180,818 |
| 2014 | -- | $180,818 |
| 2010 | -- | $180,818 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$4,803/mo
Principal & interest
$4189
Property taxes
$614
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 27589
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Mariam Boyd ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Warren County MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.9 mi
- 8/10Warren Early College HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Warren - Mariam Boyd
- Middle: Warren - Warren
- High: Warren - Warren High
Source: Doorify MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
A local agent can set up tours, give advice and negotiate with sellers.
- North Carolina
- Warren County
- Warrenton
- 27589
- 508 Eaton Ave




