$486,500

A timeless home located in Tarboro's Historic District and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This exceptional property offers 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths with refined architectural details and a thoughtfully designed layout ideal for both entertaining and everyday living. Refinished original quarter-sawn heart-pine floors, soaring… Read More ceilings, intricate moldings, crown molding, and original windows with plantation shutters showcase the home's rich character throughout. Four fireplaces—three with gas logs and one wood-burning—add warmth and charm. The gourmet kitchen features an open eat-in design with a movable island, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, glass-front display cabinetry, under-cabinet lighting and outlets, a built-in microwave, generous storage, and striking stained-glass doors. Formal and informal living spaces flow beautifully and include a spacious dining room, light-filled sunroom, and custom study with built-ins. Updated bathrooms, including a walk-in shower, and a laundry room with custom doors add modern convenience (washer and dryer convey). Outside, enjoy beautiful zoysia grass, mature landscaping, a stunning private courtyard, charming side porch, irrigation system, rain gutters, and a storage shed. The partially finished basement with exterior entrance, lined walls, and drainage system provides outstanding storage and flexible space for hobbies, projects, or home maintenance. Major improvements include a newer roof (2021), dual-fuel HVAC systems (2024 and 2022), basement dehumidifier, and hot water heater—offering peace of mind while preserving the home's historic integrity. A rare opportunity to own one of Tarboro's treasured historic homes, where architectural beauty, timeless craftsmanship, and thoughtful updates come together seamlessly. Located in one of North Carolina's most charming historic towns, Tarboro is recognized as a North Carolina Certified Retirement Community, offering residents a vibrant downtown, rich history, cultural attractions, and a welcoming sense of community. Step into timeless Southern charm at this beautifully preserved 1928 home, where historic character meets thoughtful modern updates. Located along one of Tarboro's beautiful historic streets, this distinctive home offers the craftsmanship and architectural details that make older homes so special—without sacrificing today's comforts. Inside, soaring ceilings, gorgeous quarter-sawn heart pine floors, abundant natural light, detailed millwork, plantation shutters, stained-glass doors, and four fireplaces create warmth and character throughout. The updated kitchen is designed for everyday living and entertaining, while spacious gathering areas, a sunroom, study, and flexible living spaces provide plenty of room to relax, work, and host. Outside, a private courtyard surrounded by mature landscaping creates an unexpected retreat, complemented by a charming side porch, irrigation, storage, and a partially finished basement with exterior access. Major improvements offer added peace of mind, including a 2021 roof, dual-fuel HVAC systems installed in 2022 and 2024, replacement windows, updated bathrooms, and additional improvements throughout. Convenient to historic downtown Tarboro, the Town Common, dining, shopping, cultural attractions, and community amenities, this home offers the opportunity to enjoy small-town living surrounded by history and architectural beauty. Tarboro is also recognized as a Certified NC Retirement Community with convenient access to Rocky Mount and Greenville. If you've dreamed of owning a historic home but don't want to take on a major restoration, this may be the one you've been waiting for. Read Less

Courtesy of Foote Real Estate Group, Sterling Grimes.

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

160

Last Updated

Nov 3, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Square Ft.

2,726

Year Built

1928

MLS Number

10169767

Additional Details

Property Access

Frontage Type: City Street, Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road, Road Surface: Paved

Appliances & Equipment

Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Other equipment: Irrigation Equipment

Basement

Exterior Entry, Partially Finished, Sump Pump

Building

Built in 1928, Living area: 2726.0, Levels: Two, Entry level: 1, Construction Materials: Brick, Frame

Cooling

Central Air, Dual, Electric, Gas

Exterior Features

Patio/Porch Features: Covered, Side Porch, Courtyard, Fenced Yard, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Smart Irrigation, Storage

Fence

Back Yard, Fenced, Full, Wood

Fireplaces

4 fireplaces, Bedroom, Den, Dining Room, Gas Log, Living Room, Wood Burning

Floors

Tile, Wood

Foundation

Brick/Mortar

Heating

Electric, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas

Interior Features

Bookcases, Built-in Features, Chandelier, Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Smooth Ceilings, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower

Laundry

Inside, Laundry Room, Main Level

Lot

Dimensions: 75' x 150', City Lot, Interior Lot, Landscaped

Parking

Driveway, Off Street, Paved

Property

Other structures: Shed(s), Storage

Roof

Architectural Shingle, Rubber

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes

Parcel Number: 473827524000, Annual Amount: $3,714.19, Assessed Value: $283,526, Legal Description: Lot 3 Blk A Philips S/D, Map Number: 3, Year: 2026

Utilities

Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Water Source: Public

Windows

Plantation Shutters

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