Active
4 beds2,685 sqft$205/sqft
279 James Rd, Oakboro, NC 28129
Est: $3,155/moGet pre-approved
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.95 acresLot Size
1995Year Built
$205/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Small-town living at its best in charming Oakboro, NC! Enjoy a peaceful setting while remaining convenient to Charlotte, major highways and beautiful Lake Tillery for boating, fishing and weekend fun. Situated on a gorgeous 1.89-acre corner lot with mature trees, this one-owner, custom-built home reflects quality construction and pride of ownership throughout. A covered arched brick front porch welcomes you into a light-filled foyer featuring beautiful hardwood flooring. The spacious floor plan offers...Small-town living at its best in charming Oakboro, NC! Enjoy a peaceful setting while remaining convenient to Charlotte, major highways and beautiful Lake Tillery for boating, fishing and weekend fun. Situated on a gorgeous 1.89-acre corner lot with mature trees, this one-owner, custom-built home reflects quality construction and pride of ownership throughout. A covered arched brick front porch welcomes you into a light-filled foyer featuring beautiful hardwood flooring. The spacious floor plan offers 4 bedrooms, including an impressive primary suite with dual closets, a large walk-in shower and separate soaking tub. The formal dining room is conveniently located just off the kitchen, while a separate flex space provides the perfect option for a home office, study or 4th bedroom. The kitchen features custom solid-wood cabinetry, a sunny breakfast area with bay window, KitchenAid built-in convection microwave and conventional oven, downdraft radiant cooktop, dishwasher and an LG refrigerator with icemaker that remains. A walk-in pantry provides exceptional storage with additional custom cabinetry matching the kitchen. The generously sized laundry room also features solid-wood cabinetry and a utility sink, washer and dryer also remain. Just off the rear of the home is a wonderful three-season sunroom overlooking the spacious property—an inviting place to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Hardwood flooring extends throughout much of the home with tile flooring in the bathrooms. The oversized garage offers excellent space and the added convenience of both hot and cold water. Additional features include two A. O. Smith water heaters installed in 2024, two Trane XL HVAC systems with CleanEffects, roof replaced in 2013, and new garage door and opener in 2025. City water and city sewer complete the package. A rare opportunity to own a quality custom home on 1.89 acres in the heart of Oakboro—spacious, well cared for and ready for its next owner!
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  • Listed by: • ProStead Realty soldwithbeth@gmail.com
Last updated: 08/22/2026 05:03 AM • Source: CANOPY, MLS#: 4414520

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Property Information for 279 James Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener
  • Subdivision Name: None
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1995
  • Lot Size: 1.95 AC / 84,942 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -80.323386
  • Latitude: 35.211985
  • Directions: Take I-485 to Exit 41 — NC-24/NC-27 / Albemarle Road. Take NC-24 E / NC-27 E (Albemarle Rd) heading east toward Albemarle. Exit 41 is the established I-485 connection to NC-24/27. Stay on NC-24/27 East for roughly 18 miles. Turn RIGHT onto NC-205 South toward Oakboro. Follow NC-205 into Oakboro, then use your GPS for the final turns to 279 James Rd.
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: No
  • HOA Subject To: None
  • HOA Subject To Dues: No
  • Tax Assessed Value: $444,496.00
  • Parcel Number: 6503-03-44-6720
  • City Taxes Paid To: Oakboro
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Unspecified
  • High School: West Stanly
  • Elementary School: Stanfield
Parking
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: No
  • Parking: Carport YN: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Garage Main Level YN: Yes
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Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2685.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 2685
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Main: 1150
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 1150
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 2685.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Private, Wooded
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Down Payment Resource YN: Yes
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 46
  • Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
  • Development Status: Completed
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Restrictions: N/A
Green Features
  • Green Verification Count: 0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Propane
  • Water Source: City
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick Full, Other - See Remarks
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Glass Enclosed, Rear Porch, Screened, Other - See Remarks
  • Pool Private YN: No
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete, Paved
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Convection Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Exhaust Hood, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Other
  • Levels: One
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Interior Features: Attic Stairs Pulldown, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Cable Prewire, Entrance Foyer, Garden Tub, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry, Other - See Remarks
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Utility Room, Inside, Main Level
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Door Features: Insulated Door(s)
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Basement YN: No
  • Bedroom Basement: 0
  • Bedroom Lower: 0
  • Bedroom Main: 4
  • Bedroom Third: 0
  • Bedroom Upper: 0
  • Full Bath Main: 2
  • Full Bath Upper: 0
  • Half Bath Main: 1
  • Half Bath Upper: 0
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 7.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
Room 2
  • Room Types: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
Room 3
  • Room Types: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
Room 4
  • Room Types: Breakfast
  • Room Level: Main
Room 5
  • Room Types: Family Room
  • Room Level: Main
Room 6
  • Room Types: Laundry
  • Room Level: Main
Room 7
  • Room Types: Sunroom
  • Room Level: Main

Property History for 279 James Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 21, 2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4414520

$550,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/21/2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4414520

$550,000

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

Public Records for 279 James Road

Taxable ValueLand$87,578Additions$356,918Total$444,496
Tax Record2025$4,312 ($359 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,685 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,685 SqFtStories1Lot Size82,328 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1995Year Renovated1995ZoningR-20CountySTANLYAPN650303446720

Schools near 279 James Road

This home is within Stanly County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Stanfield Elementary School
PublicK to 5

West Stanly Middle School
Public6 to 8

West Stanly High School
Public9 to 12

Oakboro Choice STEM School
PublicK to 8

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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279 James Road is a single family home for sale in Oakboro, NC 28129. This property was listed for sale on August 21, 2026 by ProStead Realty, it's currently listed at $550,000. This listing's school district is Stanly County School District. Nearby schools include Stanfield Elementary School, West Stanly Middle School and West Stanly High School. 279 James Road is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 2,685 sqft single family home built in 1995.

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