278 Old Cornwallis Rd

Princeton, NC 27569

$174,066
Price
3
Beds
1,503 Sq. Ft.
$116 / Sq. Ft.
1,503
Sq. Ft.
$116
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

GREAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY on 1.3 ACRES in the Highly Desired PRINCETON SCHOOL DISTRICT! This approximately 1,500 SF home, built around 1940, offers tons of character and potential with 3 BEDROOMS and 2 BATHS. The property needs some TLC, making it an excellent opportunity for investors, renovators, or buyers looking to create something special. Features include a METAL ROOF and spacious lot with room to enjoy country living. Currently TENANT-OCCUPIED. Please note: ALL APPLIANCES belong to the...GREAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY on 1.3 ACRES in the Highly Desired PRINCETON SCHOOL DISTRICT! This approximately 1,500 SF home, built around 1940, offers tons of character and potential with 3 BEDROOMS and 2 BATHS. The property needs some TLC, making it an excellent opportunity for investors, renovators, or buyers looking to create something special. Features include a METAL ROOF and spacious lot with room to enjoy country living. Currently TENANT-OCCUPIED. Please note: ALL APPLIANCES belong to the tenant and HVAC needs work. With the right vision, this property could truly shine! Cash or conventional loan only.
  1. Listed by Beth Hines • RE/MAX SOUTHLAND REALTY II

Property Details for 278 Old Cornwallis Road

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See Remarks
View
Yes
Waterfront
No
Subdivision
To Be Added
LISTING UPDATED: 05/19/2026 08:12 PM

Property Details for 278 Old Cornwallis Road

StatusActive
MLS #10168344
Days on Market19
Taxes$884 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1940
Lot Size1.30 AC / 56,628 SF
CountyJohnston County
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Location

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Building Information for 278 Old Cornwallis Road

Stories1Year Built1940Building Size-Lot Size1.30 AC / 56,628 SF

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$941 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$867

Property Taxes

$74

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Property Information for 278 Old Cornwallis Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: RAG
  • Directions: take highway 70 e to left at the Hardees to right on Old cornwallis road and home will be on the right
  • Subdivision Name: To Be Added
  • Latitude: 35.486772
  • Longitude: -78.156869
  • Road Frontage Type: Maintained, City Street, State Road, Asphalt, Paved
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $884.00
  • City Limits YN: No
  • Lot Number: 4
  • Restrictive Covenants YN: No
Contract Information
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Property Leased YN: No
  • Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
School Information
  • Elementary School: Johnston - Princeton Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: Johnston - Princeton
  • High School: Johnston - Princeton
Parking
  • Parking Features: Driveway, On Site, Open, Outside
  • Carport Spaces: 0.0
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1503.0
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Hardwood Trees, Level, Many Trees
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 153x365x124x374
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0
  • Parcel Number: 265300038098
  • Structure Type: Site Built
  • Enhanced Accessible: No
  • Primary Residence YN: No
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Photos Count: 4
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Senior Community: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Septic Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: See Remarks
  • Water_Sewer: See Remarks, Septic Tank, Electricity Connected, Septic Connected, Water Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: Central Living Area
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Fencing: None
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Metal
  • New Construction Type: Vinyl Siding, Site Built
Interior Features
  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Master Bedroom 1st Floor: 3
  • Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
  • Cooling: Other
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: See Remarks
  • Heating?: Yes
  • Appliances: None
  • Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Room, Main Level
  • Interior Features: Master Downstairs
  • Equipment Appliances: None
  • Interior: Electricity Connected, Septic Connected, Water Connected, Driveway, On Site, Open, Outside, Vinyl Siding, Inside, Laundry Room, Main Level
  • Equipment: None, Inside, Laundry Room, Main Level, Driveway, On Site, Open, Outside
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 7.0
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 13.2 x 14.5
  • Room Width: 14.5
  • Room Length: 13.2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 12.8 x 13.5
  • Room Width: 13.5
  • Room Length: 12.8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 11.6 x 13.3
  • Room Width: 13.3
  • Room Length: 11.6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 10 x 11.6
  • Room Width: 11.6
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 12.8 x 12.8
  • Room Width: 12.8
  • Room Length: 12.8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 12.5 x 15.8
  • Room Width: 15.8
  • Room Length: 12.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 5.5 x 10
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Length: 5.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 8
  • Room Description: covered deck
  • Room Dimensions: 4.3 x 21.8
  • Room Width: 21.8
  • Room Length: 4.3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
Room 9
  • Room Description: deck
  • Room Dimensions: 10 x 12.1
  • Room Width: 12.1
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 278 Old Cornwallis Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 20, 2026

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #100575324

$174,066—
May 19, 2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10168344

$174,066—
May 15, 2026

Expired

NCRMLS #100555091

$179,450—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/20/2026

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #100575324

$174,066
05/19/2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10168344

$174,066
05/15/2026

Expired

NCRMLS #100555091

$179,450

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

Public Records for 278 Old Cornwallis Road

Taxable ValueLand$48,880Additions$90,360Total$139,240
Tax Record2025$884 ($74 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,550 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,550 SqFtStories1Lot Size56,628 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1940Year Renovated1980ZoningRAGCountyJOHNSTONAPN04P10144S

Schools near 278 Old Cornwallis Road

This home is within Johnston County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Princeton Elementary
Public - PK to 5
Princeton High
Public - 6 to 12
Johnston County Schools Career Technical
Public - 9 to 13
Johnston County Early College
Public - 9 to 13
Rating
School
Distance
Princeton Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Princeton High
Public6 to 12

Johnston County Schools Career Technical
Public9 to 13

Johnston County Early College
Public9 to 13

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 278 Old Cornwallis Road, Princeton, NC 27569

278 Old Cornwallis Road is a single family home for sale in Princeton, NC 27569. This property was listed for sale on May 19, 2026 by RE/MAX SOUTHLAND REALTY II, it's currently listed at $174,066. This listing's school district is Johnston County School District. Nearby schools include Princeton Elementary, Princeton High and Johnston County Schools Career Technical. 278 Old Cornwallis Road is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,503 sqft single family home built in 1940.

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