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Sold for $138,000
    • $138,000

    278 Old Cornwallis Road, Princeton, NC 27569

    3beds
    1,503sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1940
    1.3 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $92/sqft
    $1,534 Estimated rent

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    What's special

    Spacious lotMetal roof
    GREAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY on 1.3 ACRES in the Highly Desired PRINCETON SCHOOL DISTRICT! This approximately 1,500 SF home, built around 1940, offers tons of character and potential with 3 BEDROOMS and 2 BATHS. The property needs some TLC, making it an excellent opportunity for investors, renovators, or buyers looking to create something special. Features include a METAL ROOF and spacious lot with room to enjoy country living. Currently TENANT-OCCUPIED. Please note: ALL APPLIANCES belong to the tenant and HVAC needs work. With the right vision, this property could truly shine! CASH OR CONVENTIONAL LOAN ONLY.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Beth Hines 919-868-6316,

    RE/MAX Southland Realty II

    Bought with:

    Kerlyn Fiallos, 148263

    RE/MAX Southland Realty II

    Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100575324MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Johnston County Association of REALTORS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Rooms
    • Room types: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Living Room, Dining Room, Other
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 13.2 x 14.5
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 12.8 x 13.5
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 11.6 x 13.3
    Dining room
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 12.8 x 12.8
    Kitchen
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 10 x 11.6
    Living room
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 12.5 x 15.8
    Other
    • Description: deck
    • Dimensions: 10 x 12.1
    Other
    • Description: covered deck
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 4.3 x 21.8
    Heating
    • Other, Electric
    Cooling
    • Other
    Features
    • Master Downstairs
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,503
    • Total interior livable area: 1,503 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: On Site
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: Central Living Area
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Patio & porch: Open, Covered, Deck
    • Fencing: None
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: See Remarks
    • Frontage type: See Remarks
    Lot
    • Size: 1.3 Acres
    • Dimensions: 153 x 365 x 124 x 374
    • Features: Level, Wooded
    Details
    • Parcel number: 265300038098
    • Zoning: RAG
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
    • Foundation: Crawl Space
    • Roof: Metal
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1940

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Water Connected

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Other
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Princeton

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $92/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $139,240
    • Annual tax amount: $884
    • Date on market: 5/20/2026
    • Cumulative days on market: 167 days
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Road surface type: Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/23/2026Sold$138,000-18.3%$92/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100575324 Report a problem
    8/7/2026Contingent$168,844$112/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100575324 Report a problem
    8/7/2026Pending sale$168,844$112/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10168344 Report a problem
    7/16/2026Price change$168,844-3%$112/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100575324 Report a problem
    5/19/2026Listed for sale$174,066-3%$116/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10168344 Report a problem
    5/16/2026Listing removed$179,450$119/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10147034 Report a problem
    2/17/2026Listed for sale$179,450$119/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100555091 Report a problem
    2/12/2026Listing removed$179,450$119/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10117713 Report a problem
    12/23/2025Price change$179,450-3%$119/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10117713 Report a problem
    8/23/2025Listed for sale$185,000$123/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100526778 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$884 +45.1%$139,240 +85.1%
    2024$609 +6.3%$75,220 +3.7%
    2023$573 -4.8%$72,520
    2022$602 $72,520
    2021$602 +2.5%$72,520
    2020$587 $72,520
    2019$587 +8.7%$72,520 +11.4%
    2018$541 $65,120
    2017$541 $65,120
    2016$541 $65,120
    2015$541 $65,120
    2014$541 $65,120
    2013-- $65,120
    2012-- $65,120
    2011-- $65,120
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    Neighborhood: 27569

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Princeton
    • Middle: Princeton
    • High: Princeton

    Source: Hive MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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