226 Friendly Ave

High Point, NC 27260

$225,000
Price
4
Beds
—Sq. Ft.
$190 / Sq. Ft.
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Sq. Ft.
$190
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226 Friendly Avenue is a 1953 bungalow in the Milbourne Heights neighborhood of High Point, NC, offering light blue siding, an orange front door, and classic curb appeal on a 0.18 acre lot.
A private concrete driveway offers off street parking at this High Point investment property, just steps from the front entry.
A bright yellow front door welcomes buyers to 226 Friendly Avenue, a High Point bungalow with real income potential and full seller transparency.
Another look at 226 Friendly Avenue in the Milbourne Heights neighborhood of High Point, showing the full width of the home and its mature landscaping.
A curved front walkway leads to 226 Friendly Avenue, set among established homes in Milbourne Heights.
A spacious front lawn frames this High Point NC bungalow, part of a generous 0.18 acre lot in Milbourne Heights.
Just inside the front door, this High Point living room offers a comfortable seating area, natural light, and a welcoming first impression.
The main living space at 226 Friendly Avenue offers a ceiling fan, TV console, and comfortable seating for owner occupants or tenants alike.The main living space at 226 Friendly Avenue offers a ceiling fan, TV console, and comfortable seating for owner occupants or tenants alike.The main living space at 226 Friendly Avenue offers a ceiling fan, TV console, and comfortable seating for owner occupants or tenants alike.
This view of the living room shows the flow toward the kitchen and rear hallway, keeping the home easy to move through.
A built in nook beneath the staircase adds character and extra storage potential to this 1953 High Point bungalow.
The eat in kitchen at 226 Friendly Avenue features white cabinetry, a round dining table, and direct access to the main living areas, currently supporting a full household of tenants with ease.
Another view of the dining area, with a door leading toward the rear of the home and plenty of natural light.
The kitchen and dining area opens directly into the living room, creating an easy, connected layout for everyday living.
The kitchen includes a full range, ample white cabinetry, and generous counter space, well suited to a shared household.
Open shelving and a window over the sink bring natural light and everyday functionality to the kitchen.
A closer look at the kitchen's open shelving and sink area, offering character and function for tenants or owners.
The primary bedroom suite at 226 Friendly Avenue is the largest bedroom in the home, with its own private kitchenette and a separate back entrance, offering flexible use as a primary suite or an income producing space. Please note this suite is unpermitted and full seller disclosures are available.
A private kitchenette within the primary suite includes a mini refrigerator, microwave, and prep counter, giving the space true independence from the main kitchen. Please note this suite is unpermitted and full seller disclosures are available.
The primary suite's private ensuite bathroom includes a vanity and sink. Please note this suite is unpermitted and full seller disclosures are available.
The ensuite bathroom in the primary suite includes a rain style shower head and full tub and shower combination. Please note this suite is unpermitted and full seller disclosures are available.
A private wood deck off the primary suite offers its own outdoor seating area and connects to the suite's separate back entrance, ideal for guests, extended family, or rental flexibility. Please note this suite is unpermitted and full seller disclosures are available.
The primary suite has its own exterior entrance with keypad access, offering true privacy and separate access from the rest of the home. Please note this suite is unpermitted and full seller disclosures are available.
The second bedroom at 226 Friendly Avenue offers comfortable proportions, natural light from two windows, and wood look flooring, currently home to one of the property's four tenants.
Another view of the second bedroom, including closet space and room for a dresser.
The third bedroom includes its own window and desk space, ideal for a home office, tenant bedroom, or guest room.
The main level full bathroom with built in shelves, features a tub and shower combination and a tiled surround, one of three full bathrooms at this High Point property.
A closer look at the tub, built in shelves, and shower combination in the main level bathroom, finished with neutral colors and a patterned curtain.
The upper level bonus room at 226 Friendly Avenue serves as the home's fourth bedroom, set beneath low walk up attic ceilings. Please note this space is unpermitted, with ceiling heights under 6 feet, and full seller disclosures are available.
This upper level bonus room includes a private bathroom. Please note this space is unpermitted, with ceiling heights under 6 feet, and full seller disclosures are available.
A walk in shower with subway tile surround serves the upper level bonus room. Please note this bathroom is unpermitted, with ceiling heights under 6 feet, and full seller disclosures are available.A walk in shower with subway tile surround serves the upper level bonus room. Please note this bathroom is unpermitted, with ceiling heights under 6 feet, and full seller disclosures are available.A walk in shower with subway tile surround serves the upper level bonus room. Please note this bathroom is unper
A dedicated laundry room with full size washer and dryer connections and a window view of the backyard, supporting a busy shared household.
Additional space is available at the rear of the property for parking, along with easy access to the primary suite and backyard.
nother view of the rear exterior highlights the practical layout of this High Point investment property, including the back deck.
The rear addition houses direct deck access off the primary suite, adding a peaceful outdoor moment right off the interior.
A wooden deck off the back of the home offers a simple, functional outdoor space.
The backyard at 226 Friendly Avenue backs up to mature trees and greenery, offering a private, shaded retreat on this 0.18 acre High Point lot.
The dining area sits just off the living room, with a view up the staircase, offering an open and connected floor plan.
Floor Plan of main level. Finished Walk-up attic with en suite bath have ceiling height below six feet. ADU Suite with Kitchenette and en suite bath are all unpermitted per seller disclosures.

Description

Welcoming 1953 home on a generous 0.18-acre lot with refreshingly low taxes. Ideal for investors, house-hackers or multigenerational living, with real cash flow potential and complete seller honesty. The home offers main-level living plus an unpermitted finished attic (ceiling under 6 ft), unpermitted attic bathroom, and unpermitted in-law suite. Full seller disclosures are attached so your agent can review everything with you with confidence. Current tenants have shared they would love to stay....Welcoming 1953 home on a generous 0.18-acre lot with refreshingly low taxes. Ideal for investors, house-hackers or multigenerational living, with real cash flow potential and complete seller honesty. The home offers main-level living plus an unpermitted finished attic (ceiling under 6 ft), unpermitted attic bathroom, and unpermitted in-law suite. Full seller disclosures are attached so your agent can review everything with you with confidence. Current tenants have shared they would love to stay. Rent is $900 per room ($3,600/month for four rooms). The seller has documented Airbnb revenue history for the current setup. All furniture and appliances convey with the sale. Solid bones, a 2022 roof, and a usable lot make this a flexible, income-producing property. Located in High Point with easy access to HPU and across the Triad. A transparent opportunity for buyers who value clear information and low carrying costs.
  1. Listed by Joy Watson • Joy Watson Real Estate • 928-699-8883

Property Details for 226 Friendly Avenue

Architectural Style
Bungalow
Zoning
R5
LISTING UPDATED: 07/13/2026 04:32 PM

Property Details for 226 Friendly Avenue

StatusNew Listing
MLS #1227043
Days on MarketListed Today
Taxes$588 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Stick/Site Built
Year Built1953
Lot Size0.18 AC / 7,840 SF
CountyGuilford County
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Building Information for 226 Friendly Avenue

Stories-Year Built1953Building Size-Lot Size0.18 AC / 7,840 SF

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Property Information for 226 Friendly Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • County Or Parish: Guilford
  • City: High Point
  • Directions: From I-85 S: Exit to Kivett Dr / MLK Jr Dr ? right on E MLK Jr Dr ? left on Hickory Chapel Rd ? left on Friendly Ave. Home is on the right.
  • Latitude: 35.961016
  • Longitude: -79.962893
  • Postal Code: 27260
  • Subdivision Name: Milbourne Heights
  • City Limits: Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
  • List AOR: Greensboro
  • Tax Rate: 1.38%
  • Tax Annual Amount: $588.40
  • Tax Assessed Value: $42,700.00
  • Tax Legal Description: 251 B1 PB11-43 226 FRIENDLY PL:11-43
  • Tax Lot: 251
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Parcel Number: 181547
  • Association: No
Parking
  • Parking Features: Driveway
School Information
  • High School: Ragsdale
  • Elementary School: Union
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: City Lot, Near Public Transit, Level, Partially Cleared, Partially Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 144 x 52 x 142 x 53
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1182.0
  • Building Area Total: 1182.0
  • Built Information: Existing
  • Heated Finished Sqft F Main: 1016.0
  • Heated Finished Sqft Second: 166.0
  • Lot Number: 251
  • Water Source: Public
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Attic Description: Floored Attic, Permanent Stairs, Remarks
Property and Assessments
  • Photos Count: 38
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed Book: 008434
  • Deed Page: 02670
  • PlatBook: 11
  • PlatPage: 43
  • Documents Count: 1
  • Fixture Exception: No
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Utilities
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
  • Water Heater: Electric
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Garden, Remarks
  • Fencing: None
  • Pool Features: None
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
  • Levels: One
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Connection
  • Porch: Yes
  • Fenced: No
  • Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Range Hood, Electric Water Heater
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl
  • Heating: Forced Air, Electric
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Dead Bolt(s), In-Law Floorplan
  • Full Baths Lower: 0
  • Full Baths Main: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Baths Upper: 1
  • Half Baths Lower: 0
  • Half Baths Main: 0
  • Half Baths Upper: 0
  • Rooms Total: 6.0
  • Primary On Main YN: Yes
  • Second LQ Num Baths Full: 1
  • Second LQ Num Baths Half: 0
  • Second LQ Num Rooms: 2
  • Second LQ Attached YN: Yes
  • Second LQ YN: Yes
Room Information
Room 1 Information
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 12.666666666
  • Room Width: 11.5
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Area: 145.666666666
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Dimensions: 11ft 6in x 12ft 8in
Room 2 Information
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 16.166666666
  • Room Width: 12.666666666
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Area: 204.777777777
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Dimensions: 12ft 8in x 16ft 2in
Room 3 Information
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 9.25
  • Room Width: 11.666666666
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Area: 107.916666666
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Dimensions: 11ft 8in x 9ft 3in
Room 4 Information
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 6.083333333
  • Room Width: 11.583333333
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Area: 70.465277777
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Dimensions: 11ft 7in x 6ft 1in
Room 5 Information
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Width: 4.833333333
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Area: 43.5
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Dimensions: 4ft 10in x 9ft 0in
Room 6 Information
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 17.583333333
  • Room Width: 12.833333333
  • Room Length Width Units: Feet
  • Room Area: 225.652777777
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Dimensions: 12ft 10in x 17ft 7in
Rental
Rental Information
  • Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell

Property History for 226 Friendly Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 13, 2026

Listed (Active)

TRIAD #1227043

$225,000—
Apr 14, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1457591227

$27,500—
Apr 14, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #695268741

$27,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/13/2026

Listed (Active)

TRIAD #1227043

$225,000
04/14/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1457591227

$27,500
04/14/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #695268741

$27,500

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

Public Records for 226 Friendly Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$15,000Additions$27,700Total$42,700
Tax Record2025$588 ($49 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt774 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt774 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,841 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1953Year Renovated1987ZoningR-5CountyGUILFORDAPN0181547Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 226 Friendly Avenue

This home is within Guilford County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Union Hill Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Jamestown Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Lucy Ragsdale High
Public - 9 to 12
Kearns Academy
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Union Hill Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Jamestown Middle School
Public6 to 8

Lucy Ragsdale High
Public9 to 12

Kearns Academy
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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More information about 226 Friendly Avenue, High Point, NC 27260

226 Friendly Avenue is a single family home for sale in High Point, NC 27260. This property was listed for sale on July 13, 2026 by Joy Watson Real Estate, it's currently listed at $225,000. It has been on the market for a total of 0 days and was last sold on April 14, 2021. This listing's school district is Guilford County School District. Nearby schools include Union Hill Elementary School, Jamestown Middle School and Lucy Ragsdale High. 226 Friendly Avenue is a 4-bed, 3-bath, single family home built in 1953.

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