Last Sold Price
3 beds1,029 sqft$126/sqft
280 Old Cornwallis Rd, Princeton, NC 27569

Description

BEAUTIFUL 1.24-ACRE LOT in the HIGHLY DESIRED PRINCETON SCHOOL DISTRICT! This property offers the perfect blend of country living and convenience, with COUNTY WATER and a SEPTIC SYSTEM already in place. The lot currently has a tenant-occupied home, providing options for immediate income, future building, or investment. Enjoy the privacy of a spacious lot with NO HOA, while being just minutes from US-70 for an easy commute to Goldsboro, Smithfield, or Raleigh. Whether you're looking to build your...BEAUTIFUL 1.24-ACRE LOT in the HIGHLY DESIRED PRINCETON SCHOOL DISTRICT! This property offers the perfect blend of country living and convenience, with COUNTY WATER and a SEPTIC SYSTEM already in place. The lot currently has a tenant-occupied home, providing options for immediate income, future building, or investment. Enjoy the privacy of a spacious lot with NO HOA, while being just minutes from US-70 for an easy commute to Goldsboro, Smithfield, or Raleigh. Whether you're looking to build your dream home or invest in a versatile property, this location checks all the boxes. Cash or conventional loan only
LISTING CLOSED: 06/16/2026 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Beth Hines • Brokerage DRE #C8503 • RE/MAX Southland Realty II • bethremaxsouthland@gmail.com

Property Details for 280 Old Cornwallis Road

Status
MLS #
100527747
Days on Market
253
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1940
Lot Size
1.24 AC / 54,014 SF
Subdivision Name
Not In Subdivision
View
Yes
Waterfront
No
Zoning
RAG

Location

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Building Information for 280 Old Cornwallis Road

Stories1Year Built1940Building Size-Lot Size1.24 AC / 54,014 SF

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$733 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$661

Property Taxes

$72

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 280 Old Cornwallis Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Island Or Mainland: Mainland
  • In City Limits: No
  • Secondary Subdivision: N/A
  • Cobra Zone: No
  • Directions: Head west on S Pollock Street toward US-70 W. Merge onto US-70 W (a main east-west highway connecting Selma and Smithfield). Continue westbound on US-70 W Take the NC-39 exit toward Princeton, heading south. Follow NC-39 S into Princeton. Turn right onto Old Cornwallis Road. Continue on Old Cornwallis Road until you reach 280 Old Cornwallis Rd on the right
  • Latitude: 35
  • Longitude: -78
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street, State Road, Paved
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Other Assessment Amount Frequency: n/a
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 265300-02-9976
  • Tax Book Number: 31
  • Tax Legal Description: L5 Whitley Pb31/335 265300-131
  • Tax Lot: 5
  • Tax Map Number: 335
  • Tax Assessed Value: $136,120
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • Elementary School: Princeton
  • High School: Princeton
  • Middle Or Junior School: Princeton
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: On Site
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area Range: 1000 - 1199
  • Lot Number: 5
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1029.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Building Area Total: 1029.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.24
  • Lot Size Area: 1.24
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 54014.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 158x354x126x365
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 1029.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Structure Type: Wood Frame, Stick Built
Property and Assessments
  • Deed Book: 0
  • New Construction: No
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow, At Closing
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Permitted Use: Public
Utilities
  • Sewer Provider: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Water Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Finish: See Remarks
  • Construction Materials: Wood Frame
  • Fencing: None
  • Foundation Details: See Remarks
  • Pool Private: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Source: Computed
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.0
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 1.0
  • Heating System Fuel Source: Other
  • Dining Room Type: Combination
  • Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Other
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Other
  • Heating: No
  • Heating: Other, None
  • Interior Features: Master Downstairs
  • Levels: One
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Area, Dining Room, Living Room
  • Rooms Total: 6
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Length: 13.4
  • Room Width: 15.5
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Length: 9.6
  • Room Width: 12.1
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 3
  • Room Length: 8.5
  • Room Width: 11.3
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
Room 4
  • Room Length: 9.2
  • Room Width: 9.4
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 5
  • Room Length: 11.2
  • Room Width: 11.4
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 6
  • Room Length: 9.5
  • Room Width: 10.2
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Sold Exclusive: No

Property History for 280 Old Cornwallis Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 16, 2026

Sold

NCRMLS #100527747

$130,000
Jun 16, 2026

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #10119422

$130,000
Jun 15, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1942124733

$130,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/16/2026

Sold

NCRMLS #100527747

$130,000
06/16/2026

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #10119422

$130,000
06/15/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1942124733

$130,000

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

Public Records for 280 Old Cornwallis Road

Taxable ValueLand$47,620Additions$88,500Total$136,120
Tax Record2025$864 ($72 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,040 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,040 SqFtStories1Lot Size54,014 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1940Year Renovated1980ZoningRAGCountyJOHNSTONAPN04P10144T

Schools near 280 Old Cornwallis Road

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

Princeton High
Public6 to 12

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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AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 280 Old Cornwallis Road, Princeton, NC 27569
$130,000
3
1,029
54,014
$335,000
4
2,354
49,222
$364,000
3
2,601
47,916
$285,000
3
2
1,761
104,108
$167,000
3
2
1,379
52,272
$50,000
2
1
1,536
35,719

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