Last Sold Price
2 beds1,997 sqft$243/sqft
288 Railroad Rd, Benson, NC 27504

Description

This home lives like a 3BR-Hard to find property in excellent location w/ access to I40&I95. Unrestricted level lot will allow for horses & other toys. Pond stocked with loads of fish for relaxing & enjoying the outdoors. Rear load 2 car garage & a 2 car detached garage. Lush landscaping & lovely stone porches. Beautifully maintained open living area w/ large island, dining room w/ a gorgeous view to the great outdoors/pond. Large secondary bedroom, flex room-easily be converted to BR. Call for more...This home lives like a 3BR-Hard to find property in excellent location w/ access to I40&I95. Unrestricted level lot will allow for horses & other toys. Pond stocked with loads of fish for relaxing & enjoying the outdoors. Rear load 2 car garage & a 2 car detached garage. Lush landscaping & lovely stone porches. Beautifully maintained open living area w/ large island, dining room w/ a gorgeous view to the great outdoors/pond. Large secondary bedroom, flex room-easily be converted to BR. Call for more info!
LISTING CLOSED: 10/08/2021 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Amy H Fann • HomeTowne Realty

Property Details for 288 Railroad Road

Status
MLS #
2396461
Taxes
$2,270 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
2008
Lot Size
7.96 AC / 346,737 SF
View
Water
View
Yes
Waterfront Features
Pond, Private Ownership, Waterfront, Water View
Waterfront
Yes
Subdivision
Not in a Subdivision
Waterfront Type
Pond, Private Ownership, Waterfront, Water View
HOA Fees
$.00
Association Fee2
$.00

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$408,500

Avg days on market

119

Sale-to-list ratio

98.4%

[Benson, NC]

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1

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$429,700 | 151 South Harper Faith Way, Benson, NC 27504
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$408,500 | 115 South Harper Faith Way, Benson, NC 27504
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Bedrooms
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Square Feet
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Sold 10/21/25

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Bedrooms
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Square Feet
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Acres
$439,500 | 32 Boulder River Trail, Benson, NC 27504
1/39
7

$439,500

Sold 01/08/26

3
Bedrooms
2,187
Square Feet
0.46
Acres
$389,500 | 45 South Harper Faith Way, Benson, NC 27504
1/46
8

$389,500

Sold 10/30/25

3
Bedrooms
1,810
Square Feet
0.54
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard
1/32
9

$360,000

Sold 04/11/25

3
Bedrooms
2,089
Square Feet
0.59
Acres

Location

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Sold By KW Realty Platinum

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Building Information for 288 Railroad Road

Stories1Year Built2008Building Size-Lot Size7.96 AC / 346,737 SF

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$2,659 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,470

Property Taxes

$189

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 288 Railroad Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water Body Name: Privately Owned
  • Directions: I 40 to exit 325. Turn right onto Hwy 242. Turn right onto Railroad Road and home will be on the left.
  • Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
  • Latitude: 35.404796
  • Longitude: -78.534536
  • Waterfront Description: Pond, Private Ownership, Waterfront, Water View
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Includes: None Known
  • Association: No
  • Tax Lot: 0
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,270.00
Owner
  • Ownership Type: Other (SFH incl)
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Johnston - Benson
  • High School: Johnston - S Johnston
Parking
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, DW/Concrete, DW/Gravel, Entry/Rear, Garage, Garage Door Opener
  • Carport Spaces: 0.0
  • Carport: No
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Partially Cleared, Secluded, Horses Allowed
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Other Structures: Workshop, Outbuilding
  • Structure Type: House, Site Built
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Photos Count: 30
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: County Water
  • Water_Sewer: County Water, Septic Tank, Cable Available
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: 36 in + Doorways, Level Flooring
  • Construction Materials: Shake, Stone, Vinyl Ext
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered Porch, Deck, Porch
  • Roof: 50+ Year Warranty, Shingle
  • Security Features: Security System Finished, Smoke Detector(s)
  • New Construction Type: Shake, Stone, Vinyl Ext, House, Site Built
Interior Features
  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space
  • Fireplace Features: Direct Vent, Living Room
  • Fireplace Y N: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Heat Pump, Electric
  • Heating?: Yes
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Ice Maker Connection, Microwave
  • Laundry Features: 1st Floor, Laundry Room
  • Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Master Bedroom, Utility Room, 9 Ft Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Smooth Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island
  • Equipment Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Ice Maker Connection, Microwave
  • Interior: Cable Available, Attached, DW/Concrete, DW/Gravel, Entry/Rear, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Shake, Stone, Vinyl Ext, 1st Floor, Laundry Room, Security System Finished, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Equipment: Electric Water Heater, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Ice Maker Connection, Microwave, 1st Floor, Laundry Room, Attached, DW/Concrete, DW/Gravel, Entry/Rear, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 7.0
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • For Sale YN: No
  • Property Class Name: Residential

Property History for 288 Railroad Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 8, 2021

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2396461

$485,900
Oct 8, 2021

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2396461

Oct 8, 2021

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2396461

$485,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/08/2021

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2396461

$485,900
10/08/2021

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2396461

10/08/2021

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2396461

$485,900

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

Public Records for 288 Railroad Road

Taxable ValueLand$118,100Additions$304,110Total$422,210
Tax Record2025$2,681 ($223 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,995 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,995 SqFtStories1Lot Size346,738 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2008ZoningRESCountyJOHNSTONAPN01F10004EFireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 288 Railroad 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
Benson Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Benson Middle School
Public6 to 8

South Johnston High
Public9 to 12

Choice Plus 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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$485,900
2
1,997
346,737
3
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1,260
426,017
$230,142
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1,642
58,326
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