217 S Main St

Roxboro, NC 27573

$687,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
5,467 Sq. Ft.
$126 / Sq. Ft.
5,467
Sq. Ft.
$126
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 4/28/26
Closed 4/28/26
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Description

Beautiful Victorian home on the National Register of Historic Places is just waiting for her next owners to start her next chapter in history. The James A. And Laura Thompson Long house is a locally cherished home that was lovingly restored by its current owners in 2004 with many restorations/upgrades. This unique Queen Anne style home was built by James Anderson Long in 1896. Situated on a .71 acre lot, the home boasts 3 stories, 5.467 sq ft, 5 Bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It features decorative appliqued...Beautiful Victorian home on the National Register of Historic Places is just waiting for her next owners to start her next chapter in history. The James A. And Laura Thompson Long house is a locally cherished home that was lovingly restored by its current owners in 2004 with many restorations/upgrades. This unique Queen Anne style home was built by James Anderson Long in 1896. Situated on a .71 acre lot, the home boasts 3 stories, 5.467 sq ft, 5 Bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It features decorative appliqued round towers with conical roofs topped with the original ornate lightning rods. There is an expansive front porch with Doric order columns just waiting or your porch swing!. Exterior upgrades made in 2023 include new roof and exterior paint. Earlier upgrades include 3 HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical, kitchen, master suite, enclosed back porch, and carport. The interior has lots of original architectural features including a grand wooden staircase, 11 fireplaces, pocket doors, appliqued ceilings and ornate moldings. Centrally located in the heart of downtown, the home is within walking distance to shopping, restaurants, brewery, Kirby theater, Merritt Commons, local downtown events and parades. With some additional interior cosmetic restorations, this home can be a beautiful showplace for a primary residence, bed and breakfast, or potential Airbnb. Come experience the possibilities that this extraordinary home has to offer!
  1. Listed by Cathy Lowery • Fathom Realty NC, LLC

Property Details for 217 South Main Street

View
Yes
Showings Expected to Begin
03-27-2026
Subdivision
Not in a Subdivision
LISTING UPDATED: 04/28/2026 03:29 PM

Property Details for 217 South Main Street

StatusClosed
MLS #10153549
Days on Market12
Taxes$7,008 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1896
Lot Size0.71 AC / 30,927 SF
CountyPerson County
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Location

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Sold By Long & Foster Real Estate INC/Brier Creek

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Building Information for 217 South Main Street

Stories3Year Built1896Building Size-Lot Size0.71 AC / 30,927 SF

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$3,423

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Property Information for 217 South Main Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From 501 heading north, turn right onto Main St. House on left next to post office. Driveway is on the left if you are facing the house and it is shared. Bear to the left when it splits. Do not block neighbor's driveway.
  • Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
  • Latitude: 36.392016
  • Longitude: -78.985586
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $7,008.37
  • City Limits Of: Roxboro
  • City Limits YN: Yes
  • Lot Number: 0
  • Restrictive Covenants YN: No
Contract Information
  • Comp Sale YN: No
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Property Leased YN: No
  • Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
  • Due Diligence Expiration Date: 2026-04-15
School Information
  • Elementary School: Person - South
  • Middle Or Junior School: Person - Southern
  • High School: Person - Person
Parking
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Carport Spaces: 1.0
  • Carport: Yes
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 5467.0
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Level
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0
  • Parcel Number: 14 31
  • Structure Type: House
  • Enhanced Accessible: No
  • Power Production YN: No
  • Primary Residence YN: No
  • Sold PriceList Price: 0.98
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Photos Count: 88
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Senior Community: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water_Sewer: Public, Public Sewer, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Clapboard
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Private Yard, Rain Barrel/Cistern(s)
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Chain Link
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • New Construction Type: Clapboard, House
Interior Features
  • Levels: Tri-Level
  • Stories: 3
  • Master Bedroom 1st Floor: 2
  • Fireplace Y N: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 11
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Cooling: Heat Pump, Multi Units
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Gas Pack, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
  • Heating?: Yes
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Interior Features: Dining L, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings
  • Equipment Appliances: Electric Range, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
  • Interior: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Clapboard, Main Level
  • Equipment: Electric Range, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Main Level
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 1.0
Room 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 217 South Main Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 28, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1940089692

$687,000—
Apr 28, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1937182826

$687,000—
Apr 28, 2026

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #10153549

$687,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/28/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1940089692

$687,000
04/28/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1937182826

$687,000
04/28/2026

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #10153549

$687,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 217 South Main Street

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$6,871 ($573 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths4Total Finished SqFt5,006 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,006 SqFtStories2Lot Size30,928 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1901Year Renovated1970CountyPERSONAPN14 31Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 217 South Main Street

This home is within Person County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
South Elementary
Public - PK to 5
Southern Middle
Public - 6 to 8
Person High School
Public - 9 to 12
Person County Schools Virtual Academy
Public - PK to 12
Rating
School
Distance
South Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Southern Middle
Public6 to 8

Person High School
Public9 to 12

Person County Schools Virtual Academy
PublicPK 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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