2256 Shotwell Rd
Pending
Pending
Description
Welcome to your private MULTIGENERATIONAL retreat in the heart of Clayton! Nestled on 1.79 beautifully landscaped acres with no HOA, this well-built brick home with guest house offers the perfect blend of timeless craftsmanship, flexible living space, and outdoor amenities--all just minutes from shopping, restaurants, and an easy commute to Raleigh. Step inside to a stunning foyer showcasing soaring cathedral ceilings, hardwood stairs, and an elegant balcony overlook that creates a grand first impression....Welcome to your private MULTIGENERATIONAL retreat in the heart of Clayton! Nestled on 1.79 beautifully landscaped acres with no HOA, this well-built brick home with guest house offers the perfect blend of timeless craftsmanship, flexible living space, and outdoor amenities--all just minutes from shopping, restaurants, and an easy commute to Raleigh. Step inside to a stunning foyer showcasing soaring cathedral ceilings, hardwood stairs, and an elegant balcony overlook that creates a grand first impression. The main level features a spacious primary suite with a beautifully updated ensuite bath, offering comfort and convenience for everyday living. Working from home is a dream in the dedicated study complete with custom built-in bookcases and a large bay window overlooking the grounds. The private family room is warm and inviting with custom shelving flanking a natural wood-burning fireplace, and another oversized bay window that fills the space with natural light and scenic views of the side yard. Upstairs, two generously sized guest suites each offer private sitting rooms, walk-in closets, and their own baths with remodeled tub/ shower combos, creating exceptional comfort and privacy for family or guests. A large bonus room provides endless possibilities for recreation, hobbies, or additional living space. The detached guest/ pool house offers incredible MULTIGENERATIONAL living potential with a full kitchen, family room, bedroom, bath, bonus room, two-car garage, and covered carport ideal for UTVs, lawn equipment, or additional storage. Outdoor living truly sets this property apart. Entertain year-round on the custom stone patio featuring a wood-burning stone fireplace or relax beside the beautiful saltwater pool with a brand-new liner installed in May 2026. Enjoy sunny afternoons on the sundeck or gather with friends under the gazebo for outdoor dining and picnics. The fenced area is perfect for fur babies, while raised garden beds, grapevines, blueberry bushes, a fig tree, and room for chickens make this property a true homesteader's haven. Rarely does a property combine this much privacy, character, flexibility, and convenience--all within the town of Clayton. It is a must see!
- Listed by Blanche Stanley • HomeTowne Realty
Property Details for 2256 Shotwell Road
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Pool, Rural, Trees/Woods
ViewYes
WaterfrontNo
SubdivisionNot in a Subdivision
LISTING UPDATED: 05/25/2026 06:05 AM
Property Details for 2256 Shotwell Road
| Status | Pending |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 10169226 |
| Days on Market | 2 |
| Taxes | $2,172 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1985 |
| Lot Size | 1.79 AC / 77,972 SF |
| County | Johnston County |
Location
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Building Information for 2256 Shotwell Road
Stories1Year Built1985Building Size-Lot Size1.79 AC / 77,972 SF
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$3,295 per month
30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest
Principal and Interest
$3,114
Property Taxes
$181
HOA Dues
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1Property Information for 2256 Shotwell Road
Summary
Location and General Information
- Zoning: RLL
- Directions: From 70E to Clayton, make a left onto Shotwell Rd. After crossing over the Old 70 Hwy, home will be about one mile on the right.
- Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
- Latitude: 35.687489
- Longitude: -78.475623
- Road Frontage Type: State Road
- Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Taxes and HOA Information
- Association: No
- Tax Annual Amount: $2,171.82
- City Limits Of: Clayton
- City Limits YN: Yes
- Lot Number: 0
- Restrictive Covenants YN: No
- School District Link: https://www.johnston.k12.nc.us/
Contract Information
- Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
- Property Leased YN: No
- Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
- Due Diligence Expiration Date: 2026-06-15
School Information
- Elementary School: Johnston - Cooper Academy
- Middle Or Junior School: Johnston - Riverwood
- High School: Johnston - Clayton
Parking
- Open Parking: Yes
- Parking Features: Attached Carport, Detached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Side, RV Access/Parking, Storage, Workshop in Garage
- Carport Spaces: 1.0
- Carport: Yes
- Attached Garage: No
- Covered Spaces: 1.0
- Garage Spaces: 2.0
- Garage: Yes
Virtual Tour
- Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://u.listvt.com/mls/247928406
Property
Lot Information
- Building Area Total: 2883.0
- Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Partially Cleared
- Architectural Style: Cottage, Farmhouse, Traditional
- Detached Living Area Sq Ft: 1243
- Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0
- Other Structures: Cabana, Garage(s), Guest House, Pool House, RV/Boat Storage, Second Residence, Storage, Workshop
- Parcel Number: 05G01004Z
- Structure Type: Site Built
- Enhanced Accessible: No
- Power Production YN: No
- Primary Residence YN: Yes
Property and Assessments
- New Construction: No
- Photos Count: 70
- Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
- Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
- Senior Community: No
- Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Utilities: Electricity Connected, Septic Connected, Water Connected
- Water Source: Well
- Water_Sewer: Well, Septic Tank, Electricity Connected, Septic Connected, Water Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Construction Materials: Brick, Wood Siding
- Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Fire Pit, Garden, Private Yard, Storage
- Fencing: Back Yard, Partial, Wire
- Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
- Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Patio
- Pool Features: In Ground, Pool Cover, Salt Water, See Remarks
- Pool Private: No
- Roof: Shingle
- Security Features: 24 Hour Security, Smoke Detector(s)
- New Construction Type: Brick, Wood Siding, Site Built
Interior Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 1
- Master Bedroom 1st Floor: 1
- Fireplace Features: Family Room, Fire Pit, Raised Hearth, Stone, Wood Burning
- Fireplace Y N: Yes
- Fireplaces Total: 2
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Tile
- Windows Treatment: Bay Window(s), Blinds, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows, Wood Frames
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
- Cooling?: Yes
- Heating: Electric, Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Heat Pump
- Heating?: Yes
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave
- Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
- Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, In-Law Floorplan, Laminate Counters, Natural Woodwork, Pantry, Master Downstairs, Separate Shower, Smooth Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower, Wired for Data
- Equipment Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave
- Interior: Electricity Connected, Septic Connected, Water Connected, Attached Carport, Detached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Side, RV Access/Parking, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Brick, Wood Siding, Laundry Room, Main Level, 24 Hour Security, Smoke Detector(s)
- Equipment: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Laundry Room, Main Level, Attached Carport, Detached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Side, RV Access/Parking, Storage, Workshop in Garage
Room Information
Room Information
- Rooms Total: 16.0
Room 1
- Room Dimensions: 13.3 x 12.9
- Room Width: 12.9
- Room Length: 13.3
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 2
- Room Dimensions: 12.7 x 10.5
- Room Width: 10.5
- Room Length: 12.7
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
- Room Dimensions: 13.4 x 24.3
- Room Width: 24.3
- Room Length: 13.4
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Family Room
Room 4
- Room Dimensions: 12.7 x 8.8
- Room Width: 8.8
- Room Length: 12.7
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Kitchen
Room 5
- Room Dimensions: 6.7 x 7.9
- Room Width: 7.9
- Room Length: 6.7
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Laundry
Room 6
- Room Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.7
- Room Width: 4.7
- Room Length: 6.8
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Mud Room
Room 7
- Room Dimensions: 10.9 x 15.9
- Room Width: 15.9
- Room Length: 10.9
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Office
Room 8
- Room Dimensions: 13.3 x 13.3
- Room Width: 13.3
- Room Length: 13.3
- Room Level: Second
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 9
- Room Dimensions: 13.3 x 13.3
- Room Width: 13.3
- Room Length: 13.3
- Room Level: Second
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 10
- Room Description: attached to second bedroom
- Room Dimensions: 12.5 x 8.3
- Room Width: 8.3
- Room Length: 12.5
- Room Level: Second
- Room Type: Media Room
Room 11
- Room Description: attached to third bedroom
- Room Dimensions: 12.5 x 8.3
- Room Width: 8.3
- Room Length: 12.5
- Room Level: Second
- Room Type: Media Room
Room 12
- Room Dimensions: 19.9 x 18.5
- Room Width: 18.5
- Room Length: 19.9
- Room Level: Second
- Room Type: Bonus Room
Room 13
- Room Description: Guest / Pool House
- Room Dimensions: 15.1 x 16.5
- Room Width: 16.5
- Room Length: 15.1
- Room Level: Additional
- Room Type: Living Room
Room 14
- Room Description: Guest / Pool House
- Room Dimensions: 6 x 14.3
- Room Width: 14.3
- Room Length: 6.0
- Room Level: Additional
- Room Type: Kitchen
Room 15
- Room Description: Guest/ Pool House
- Room Dimensions: 23.7 x 19.9
- Room Width: 19.9
- Room Length: 23.7
- Room Level: Additional
- Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 16
- Room Description: Guest / Pool House
- Room Dimensions: 11.6 x 18.5
- Room Width: 18.5
- Room Length: 11.6
- Room Level: Additional
- Room Type: Bonus Room
Agent
Sale and Listing
- Property Type: Residential
- Property Class Name: CrossProperty
Property History for 2256 Shotwell Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 24, 2026 | Pending TRIANGLEMLS #10169226 | — | |
| May 22, 2026 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #10169226 | $625,000 | — |
| Jun 13, 2013 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #355520313 | $300,000 | +38.1% / yr |
| Mar 29, 2012 | Sold TRIANGLEMLS #1817307 | — | |
| Mar 29, 2012 | Pending TRIANGLEMLS #1817307 | — | |
| Mar 29, 2012 | Sold TRIANGLEMLS #1817307 | $203,000 | — |
| Mar 29, 2012 | Sold TRIANGLEMLS #1817307 | $203,000 | — |
| Mar 29, 2012 | Pending TRIANGLEMLS #1817307 | — | |
| Mar 29, 2012 | Pending TRIANGLEMLS #1817307 | — | |
| Mar 28, 2012 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #328504908 | $203,000 | — |
| Jan 19, 2012 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #1817307 | $208,000 | — |
| Jan 19, 2012 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #1817307 | $208,000 | — |
| Jan 14, 2012 | Expired TRIANGLEMLS #1757275 | — | |
| Jan 14, 2012 | Expired TRIANGLEMLS #1757275 | — | |
| Jan 13, 2012 | Expired AMLS #1757275 | $289,500 | — |
| Nov 19, 2010 | Listed (Active) AMLS #1757275 | $299,500 | — |
| Nov 19, 2010 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #1757275 | $299,500 | — |
| Nov 19, 2010 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #1757275 | $299,500 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 05/24/2026 | Pending TRIANGLEMLS #10169226 | — |
| 05/22/2026 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #10169226 | $625,000 |
| 06/13/2013 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #355520313 | $300,000 +38.1% / yr |
| 03/29/2012 | Sold TRIANGLEMLS #1817307 | — |
| 03/29/2012 | Pending TRIANGLEMLS #1817307 | — |
| 03/29/2012 | Sold TRIANGLEMLS #1817307 | $203,000 |
| 03/29/2012 | Sold TRIANGLEMLS #1817307 | $203,000 |
| 03/29/2012 | Pending TRIANGLEMLS #1817307 | — |
| 03/29/2012 | Pending TRIANGLEMLS #1817307 | — |
| 03/28/2012 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #328504908 | $203,000 |
| 01/19/2012 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #1817307 | $208,000 |
| 01/19/2012 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #1817307 | $208,000 |
| 01/14/2012 | Expired TRIANGLEMLS #1757275 | — |
| 01/14/2012 | Expired TRIANGLEMLS #1757275 | — |
| 01/13/2012 | Expired AMLS #1757275 | $289,500 |
| 11/19/2010 | Listed (Active) AMLS #1757275 | $299,500 |
| 11/19/2010 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #1757275 | $299,500 |
| 11/19/2010 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #1757275 | $299,500 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 2256 Shotwell Road
Taxable ValueLand$82,230Additions$259,790Total$342,020
Tax Record2025$2,172 ($181 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,635 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,635 SqFtStories2Lot Size83,200 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1950Year Renovated1985ZoningRESCountyJOHNSTONAPN05G01004ZFireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 2256 Shotwell Road
This home is within Johnston County School District.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | K to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Cooper Elementary PublicPK to 5 | ||
Riverwood Middle Public6 to 8 | ||
Clayton High Public9 to 12 | ||
JCPS Virtual Academy PublicK 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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