552 Garden Rd

Willard, NC 28478

$279,000
Price
3
Beds
1,688 Sq. Ft.
$165 / Sq. Ft.
1,688
Sq. Ft.
$165
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

A piece of Penderlea Homestead history (research it!) nestled in the historic Penderlea community of Willard. Set on 2.15 beautifully maintained acres, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath cottage offers timeless character, mature shade trees, manicured boxwoods, white picket fencing, and a charming freestanding gazebo. Inside, you'll find a welcoming layout with a gas fireplace and built-ins in the living room, a separate dining area, a galley kitchen with custom wood cabinetry, a sun-filled family room with...A piece of Penderlea Homestead history (research it!) nestled in the historic Penderlea community of Willard. Set on 2.15 beautifully maintained acres, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath cottage offers timeless character, mature shade trees, manicured boxwoods, white picket fencing, and a charming freestanding gazebo. Inside, you'll find a welcoming layout with a gas fireplace and built-ins in the living room, a separate dining area, a galley kitchen with custom wood cabinetry, a sun-filled family room with vaulted beamed ceiling, two main-floor bedrooms, a full bath, and a generous laundry room that could be an additional flex room that offers the perfect opportunity for a 4th bedroom, home office, or hobby space. Upstairs, a private 23-ft primary suite with en-suite bath provides a quiet owner's retreat. Outside, enjoy a pergola-shaded back deck, unattached garage, detached two-vehicle carport, workshop, and additional outbuilding -- ideal for hobbies, gardening, or storage. With a new roof installed in 2021, classic homestead charm, and acreage to breathe, this property is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Penderlea history.
  1. Listed by Jamie Lynn Crist • Brokerage DRE #C21662 • BlueCoast Realty Corporation
    P: (910)-231-4848 jamielynn@bluecoastrealty.com

Property Details for 552 Garden Road

Subdivision Name
Not In Subdivision
View
See Remarks
Waterfront
No
Zoning
RA
LISTING UPDATED: 07/14/2026 10:15 PM

Property Details for 552 Garden Road

StatusActive
MLS #100574128
Days on Market25
Taxes$762 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1936
Lot Size2.15 AC / 93,654 SF
CountyPender County
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Location

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Building Information for 552 Garden Road

Stories2Year Built1936Building Size-Lot Size2.15 AC / 93,654 SF

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Property Information for 552 Garden Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Island Or Mainland: Mainland
  • In City Limits: No
  • Secondary Subdivision: N/A
  • Cobra Zone: No
  • Directions: 1Take Exit 390 and turn onto US-117 North toward Willard. Go about 1 mile. Turn left onto NC-11 / Penderlea Hwy. Continue about 2 miles into Willard, turn right onto Garden Rd. Continue down Garden Rd to 552 Garden Rd, Willard, NC
  • Latitude: 35
  • Longitude: -78
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street, State Road, Paved
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Other Assessment Amount Frequency: none aware of
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 2383-72-1979-0000
  • Tax Book Number: n/a
  • Tax Legal Description: 2.15Ac Nc Hwy 11 & Sr 1328
  • Tax Map Number: n/a
  • Tax Assessed Value: $60,441
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • Elementary School: Penderlea (K-8)
  • High School: Pender High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Penderlea (K-8)
Parking
  • Detached Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Total: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Garage Faces Front, Covered, Gravel, Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area Range: 1600 - 1799
  • Building Area Total: 1688.0
  • Frontage Type: See Remarks
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.15
  • Lot Size Area: 2.15
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 93654.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Rural
  • Lot Size Dimensions: see map
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 1688.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Other Structures: Barn(s), Gazebo, Workshop, Outbuilding
  • Structure Type: Wood Frame, Stick Built
Property and Assessments
  • Deed Book: 4873
  • Deed Page: 1822.0
  • Floor Plans Count: 1
  • Floor Plans Change Timestamp: 05-15-2026 11:23:31 AM
  • New Construction: No
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow, At Closing
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Year Built: 1936
  • Permitted Use: Public
Utilities
  • Sewer Provider: Septic Tank
  • Fuel Tank Owned Or Leased: Owned
  • Fuel Vendor Contact Name And Contact: Sharp Energy in Wallacw
  • Fuel Tank Above Or Below Ground: Above Ground
  • Fuel Tank Fuel Type: Propane
  • Fuel Tank In Use: Yes
  • Utilities: Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Finish: Vinyl Siding
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
  • Fencing: None
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Patio, Front Porch
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Stories Total: 2
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Source: Computed
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 2.0
  • Heating System Fuel Source: Electric, Propane
  • Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
  • Appliances: Freezer, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Electric Range
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Propane, Gas Pack, Fireplace(s), Baseboard, Electric, Heat Pump
  • Interior Features: Bookcases, Walk-in Shower, Gas Log
  • Levels: One
  • Room Type: Dining Area, Dining Room, Living Room, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Laundry, Master Bedroom
  • Rooms Total: 8
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 15.9
  • Room Width: 11.3
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 26.0
  • Room Width: 13.3
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 3
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Width: 13.4
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
Room 4
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 10.4
  • Room Width: 11.2
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room 5
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 8.4
  • Room Width: 11.3
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 6
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 9.1
  • Room Width: 11.2
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 7
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 8.9
  • Room Width: 11.2
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 8
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 12.4
  • Room Width: 11.3
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Sold Exclusive: No

Property History for 552 Garden Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 9, 2026

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #100574128

$279,000—
Jun 1, 2026

Pending

NCRMLS #100574128

—
May 15, 2026

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #100574128

$279,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/09/2026

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #100574128

$279,000
06/01/2026

Pending

NCRMLS #100574128

—
05/15/2026

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #100574128

$279,000

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

Public Records for 552 Garden Road

Taxable ValueLand$29,600Additions$30,841Total$60,441
Tax Record2024$762 ($64 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,538 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,538 SqFtStories1Lot Size93,654 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1936ZoningRACountyPENDERAPN2383-72-1979-0000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 552 Garden Road

This home is within Pender County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Penderlea Elementary School
Public - K to 8
Pender High School
Public - 9 to 12
Pender Early College High School
Public - 9 to 13
Pender Innovative Learning Academy
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Penderlea Elementary School
PublicK to 8

Pender High School
Public9 to 12

Pender Early College High School
Public9 to 13

Pender Innovative Learning 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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More information about 552 Garden Road, Willard, NC 28478

552 Garden Road is a single family home for sale in Willard, NC 28478. This property was listed for sale on May 15, 2026 by BlueCoast Realty Corporation, it's currently listed at $279,000. This listing's school district is Pender County School District. Nearby schools include Penderlea Elementary School, Pender High School and Pender Early College High School. 552 Garden Road is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,688 sqft single family home built in 1936.

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