*Country Charm and Southwest style Meets Endless Potential!
Discover the perfect blend of privacy, space, and versatility with this stunning ranch-level home situated on a sprawling 2.8-acre corner lot. If you’ve been dreaming of a peaceful country lifestyle without sacrificing modern convenience, this property is a rare find.
*The Heart of the Home!
Step inside to a layout designed for both comfort and entertaining. The interior features a thoughtful balance of cozy retreats and open gathering spaces. *Living Spaces* Choose between the expansive family room, featuring a rustic wood-burning fireplace perfect for chilly evenings, or the separate den—an ideal spot for a home office, media room, or quiet library.
*Chef’s Kitchen & Dining* The kitchen boasts a functional center island and flows seamlessly with the dining area. You’ll love the charm of the built-in glass display cabinets, perfect for showcasing your heirloom china or favorite collectibles. * Included are three spacious bedrooms and a full bath on main, providing plenty of room for family and guests. Another full bath in basement.
**Outdoor Living at Its Finest**
The transition from indoor to outdoor living is effortless. Walk out through the sliding glass doors onto a massive covered back deck. This is the ultimate spot for morning coffee or summer BBQs, offering a panoramic view of your private backyard—a beautiful mix of cleared open space and mature timber, and a fire pit...the wildlife loves it: deer, turkeys, owls and others!
**The Ultimate Outbuilding!!**
For the hobbyist, entrepreneur, or collector, the exterior shop is a true showstopper. This massive outbuilding is divided into three separate sections and is fully equipped with: 200 Amp Electrical Service, Insulation,
Convenient Half-Bath, wall unit air. Endless possibilities! think workshop, car storage, "man cave," or a professional studio.
**Property Highlights**
*Foundation: Full walk-out basement offering massive storage and future expansion potential, including a finished heated full bath, and includes the ability to heat with basement woodstove.
*Acreage: Nearly 3 acres of pristine corner-lot land.
*Privacy: A serene setting with plenty of elbow room from the neighbors.
*** Properties with this much acreage and a high-spec utility building rarely hit the market. Whether you're looking for a quiet homestead or a place to run your passion projects, this home delivers on every front.
Schedule your private tour today and see what country living is all about!
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Price cut: $7.5K (5/30)
$432,500
2521 Cat Square Rd, Vale, NC 28168
3beds
1,809sqft
Est.: Get pre-qualified
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
2.8 Acres Lot
$425,200 Zestimate®
$239/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Massive covered back deckSeparate denThree spacious bedroomsRustic wood-burning fireplaceExpansive family roomBuilt-in glass display cabinetsFire pit
- 47 days |
- 623 |
- 44 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Debbie Pope debrapope.realtor@gmail.com,
Century 21 Town & Country Rlty
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4367429
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Basement
Den
- Level: Main
Dining area
- Features: Built-in Features
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Heat Pump, Wood Stove
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Wood
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Basement: Bath/Stubbed,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Walk-Up Access
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,713
- Total interior livable area: 1,809 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,713
- Finished area below ground: 96
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Attached Carport, Circular Driveway, Driveway
- Has carport: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Attached carport, large looping concrete driveway, which extends to front of building.
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
Lot
- Size: 2.8 Acres
- Dimensions: 329 x 365 x 324 x 402
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Other
- Additional parcels included: 12895, 12896
- Parcel number: 12897
- Zoning: R-SF
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Partial, Wood
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Fiberglass
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Vale
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $239/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $250,089
- Annual tax amount: $1,467
- Date on market: 4/18/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 47 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Concrete, Paved
Estimated market value
$425,200
$404,000 - $446,000
$1,886/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/30/2026 | Price change | $432,500-1.7%$239/sqft |
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| 4/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $440,000+217.7%$243/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 4/16/2018 | Sold | $138,500+6.8%$77/sqft |
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| 3/14/2018 | Pending sale | $129,700$72/sqft |
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| 3/5/2018 | Listed for sale | $129,700-18.9%$72/sqft |
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| 7/2/2012 | Listing removed | $159,900$88/sqft |
Source: NCI #2021086 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2012 | Listed for sale | $159,900$88/sqft |
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| 1/1/2012 | Listing removed | $159,900$88/sqft |
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| 6/10/2011 | Listed for sale | $159,900+7.3%$88/sqft |
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| 2/25/2002 | Sold | $149,000$82/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,467 +1.4% | $212,716 |
| 2024 | $1,447 | $212,716 |
| 2023 | $1,447 +37.7% | $212,716 +69% |
| 2022 | $1,051 | $125,855 |
| 2021 | $1,051 +3.9% | $125,855 -0.2% |
| 2020 | $1,012 +1.8% | $126,099 |
| 2019 | $994 -0.7% | $126,099 +0.8% |
| 2018 | $1,001 +13.8% | $125,066 |
| 2017 | $880 -8.2% | $125,066 |
| 2016 | $958 +1.4% | $125,066 |
| 2015 | $945 +7.4% | -- |
| 2014 | $880 | $118,457 |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | $121,820 +12.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $108,711 |
| 2006 | -- | $108,711 |
| 2005 | -- | $108,711 |
| 2004 | -- | $108,711 |
| 2003 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | $95,601 |
| 2001 | -- | $95,601 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28168
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Union ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.5 mi
- 4/10West Lincoln MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.8 mi
- 5/10West Lincoln HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Union
- Middle: West Lincoln
- High: West Lincoln
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- North Carolina
- Lincoln County
- Vale
- 28168
- 2521 Cat Square Rd




