15 Rainbow Rd

616,810 / 14.16
Lot Size / Acres

Description

Featuring approximately 325 +/- feet of road frontage on Highway 561 and 564 +/- feet of road frontage on Rainbow Road, this affordable Halifax County property offers excellent recreational opportunities, long-term timber investment potential, and easy access in a desirable rural setting. Located at the corner of Highway 561 and Rainbow Road in Halifax County, NC, this 14.16-acre tract is conveniently situated just minutes from Halifax, Tillery, Scotland Neck, and Rich Square, making it an ideal...Featuring approximately 325 +/- feet of road frontage on Highway 561 and 564 +/- feet of road frontage on Rainbow Road, this affordable Halifax County property offers excellent recreational opportunities, long-term timber investment potential, and easy access in a desirable rural setting. Located at the corner of Highway 561 and Rainbow Road in Halifax County, NC, this 14.16-acre tract is conveniently situated just minutes from Halifax, Tillery, Scotland Neck, and Rich Square, making it an ideal weekend getaway or affordable investment property. The property is entirely wooded and consists of a naturally regenerated stand of timber that was harvested approximately 4-5 years ago. As the timber continues to mature, it provides outstanding wildlife habitat while offering long-term investment potential. The young growth creates excellent bedding and cover for whitetail deer, while the surrounding agricultural fields provide an abundant food source that helps attract and hold wildlife throughout the year. Adding to the property's character are two older structures located near the road frontage. These consist of what appears to be an old barn and a former homesite. Both structures are currently in disrepair and are no longer considered habitable, but they serve as a reminder of the property's history and could provide opportunities for future cleanup or redevelopment. The soils consist primarily of Dorian silt loam (approximately 85%), with smaller areas of Chewacla and Wehadkee soils (10%) and Warne silt loam (4%). The predominance of Dorian soils reflects the property's gently sloping landscape, while the smaller areas of bottomland soils contribute to excellent wildlife habitat. Halifax County has long been recognized as one of eastern North Carolina's premier destinations for whitetail deer and wild turkey hunting, and this tract offers everything needed to establish a quality recreational property. There is ample room to create ATV and side-by-side trails, shooting lanes, strategically placed food plots, and hunting blinds throughout the property, allowing the next owner to develop it into an outstanding hunting retreat. Whether you're searching for an affordable recreational property, an entry-level timber investment, or a private place to enjoy hunting, camping, trail riding, and the outdoors, this tract checks all the boxes. For buyers looking to expand their investment, an additional 24.45 +/- acres is available directly across Highway 561. That property features approximately 12 acres of productive farmland and 12.45 acres of naturally regenerated timberland that was harvested around the same time as this tract. Together, the two properties provide nearly 40 acres of diverse farmland, timberland, recreational opportunities, and investment potential.
  1. Listed by Andrew Walters • Brokerage DRE #C24274 • Mossy Oak Properties Land and Farms
    P: (252)-904-3184 C: (252)-904-3184 awalters@mossyoakproperties.com

Property Details for 15 Rainbow Road

Subdivision Name
Not In Subdivision
Waterfront
No
Zoning
R - RESIDENTIAL
LISTING UPDATED: 07/29/2026 06:17 PM

Property Details for 15 Rainbow Road

StatusActive
MLS #100592407
Days on Market6
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeLand
MLS TypeLand / Mixed Use
Year Built-
Lot Size14.16 AC
CountyHalifax County

Location

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Building Information for 15 Rainbow Road

Lot Size14.16 AC

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$267 per month

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Property Information for 15 Rainbow Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Island Or Mainland: Mainland
  • In City Limits: No
  • Secondary Subdivision: N/A
  • Directions: From Chestnut Grove Baptist Church, located at 3777 NC-561, Halifax, NC 27839, turn right onto Hwy 561. In approx. 0.5 miles, the property begins just before you take a left onto Rainbow Road.
  • Latitude: 36
  • Longitude: -77
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street, State Road, See Remarks, Paved
  • Topography: Cleared/Partial,Level,Wooded,See Remarks
Taxes and HOA
  • Deferred Taxes: Yes
  • Tax Other Assessment Amount Frequency: none
  • Parcel Number: 0300509
  • Tax Legal Description: 14.16 Acres of Vacant Land in Two Parcels (BLDG W POPE LD, MAGGIE JOHNSON LD HWY 561)
  • Tax Map Number: 4950-00-91-7969
  • Tax Assessed Value: $19,000
  • Tax Year: 2026
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage: No
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Property
Lot Information
  • Buildings On Property: See Remarks
  • Lot Size Acres: 14.16
  • Lot Size Area: 14.16
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 616810.0
  • Lot Features: See Remarks, Level, Wooded
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Other Structures: See Remarks
Property and Assessments
  • Deed Book: 1738
  • Deed Page: 154.0
  • Soil Evaluation: Soil Evaluation - No
  • Environmental Hazard: No
  • Current Use: Vacant, See Remarks
  • Possession: See Remarks
  • Property Sub Type: Mixed Use
  • Property Type: Land
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Permitted Use: Public
Utilities
  • Fuel Tank Details: None
  • Sewer Provider: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Water Available, See Remarks
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Source: MLS
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Sold Exclusive: No
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: Yes

Property History for 15 Rainbow Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 29, 2026

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #100592407

$52,500
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/29/2026

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #100592407

$52,500

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Schools near 15 Rainbow Road

This home is within Halifax County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Scotland Neck Elementary Leadership Acad
PublicPK to 5

Enfield Middle
Public6 to 8

Southeast Halifax High
Public9 to 12

Halifax County Early College High
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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15 Rainbow Road is a 14.16 ac of land for sale in Halifax, NC 27839. This property was listed for sale on July 29, 2026 by Mossy Oak Properties Land and Farms, it's currently listed at $52,500. This listing's school district is Halifax County School District. Nearby schools include Scotland Neck Elementary Leadership Acad, Enfield Middle and Southeast Halifax High. 15 Rainbow Road is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 14.16 ac of land on a 616,810 sq. ft. / 14.16 acres lot.

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