Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds2,839 sqft$211/sqft
685 Matthews Rd, Clayton, NC 27520
Single FamilyProperty Type
2.73 acresLot Size
1867Year Built
$211/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Owners request do not enter property without appt! Welcome home! Nearly 3 acres of unrestricted land. Ever think of homesteading or a hobby farm? This beautifullyupdated 1867 home is amazing! 11 ft. ceilings, newer kitchen, 5 fireplaces, and primary on the mainlevel. Enjoy the view from the sun room with a woodstove in the kitchen. The large screened porchis perfect for family gatherings. Property is fully fenced. Two car carport, workshop, tons of storage,a greenhouse, and more! Best of all, there...Owners request do not enter property without appt! Welcome home! Nearly 3 acres of unrestricted land. Ever think of homesteading or a hobby farm? This beautifullyupdated 1867 home is amazing! 11 ft. ceilings, newer kitchen, 5 fireplaces, and primary on the mainlevel. Enjoy the view from the sun room with a woodstove in the kitchen. The large screened porchis perfect for family gatherings. Property is fully fenced. Two car carport, workshop, tons of storage,a greenhouse, and more! Best of all, there is a detached guest house. Room for horses, livestock,chickens, and more. So much to offer, a must see! Fireplaces ''as is'' . Appliances 4yrs, HVAC 3+
  • Listed by: Karan Schwencer 919.805.8356 equinerealtor@gmail.com Brokerage DRE #C11674 • HomeTowne Realty
Listing closed: 08/30/2024 12:00 AM • Source: NCRMLS, MLS#: 100458909

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$485,000

Avg days on market

37

Sale-to-list ratio

98.4%

Clayton, NC

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Property Information for 685 Matthews Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Subdivision Name: Not In Subdivision
  • View: Meadow
  • Waterfront: No
  • Waterfront Features: None
  • Zoning: RAG
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1867
  • Lot Size: 2.73 AC / 118,919 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Island Or Mainland: Mainland
  • In City Limits: No
  • Secondary Subdivision: N/A
  • Cobra Zone: No
  • Directions: Cleveland Rd to Matthews Rd (opposite the GCAA ball fields) Home on left just before Polenta Rd.
  • Latitude: 36
  • Longitude: -79
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street, State Road
  • Zoning Description: RAG
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Other Assessment Amount Frequency: none
  • Association Amenities: None
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 06f04036g
  • Tax Book Number: 67
  • Tax Legal Description: Lot 1 Luchene 67/103
  • Tax Map Number: 103
  • Tax Assessed Value: $225,460
  • Tax Year: 2023
School Information
  • Elementary School: Polenta Elementary School
  • High School: Cleveland
  • Middle Or Junior School: Swift Creek Middle School
Parking
  • Detached Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Attached Carport Spaces: 2.0
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Spaces: 2.0
  • Carport: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Total: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Garage Faces Side, Circular Driveway, Detached
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area Range: 2800 - 2999
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2839.0
  • Building Area Total: 2839.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.73
  • Lot Size Area: 2.73
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 118919.0
  • Lot Features: Open Lot, Interior Lot, Level, Pasture
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 214x398x348x234x132
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 2839.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Other Structures: Workshop
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Structure Type: Wood Frame, Stick Built
Property and Assessments
  • Deed Book: 5587
  • Deed Page: 215.0
  • New Construction: No
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow, At Closing
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Year Built: 1867
  • Permitted Use: Public
Green Features
  • Green Building Verification Type: None
Utilities
  • Sewer Provider: Septic Tank
  • Fuel Tank Owned Or Leased: Leased
  • Electric Provider: Duke Energy
  • Fuel Tank Above Or Below Ground: Above Ground
  • Fuel Tank Fuel Type: Propane
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Propane, Septic Available
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Finish: Wood Siding
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
  • Exterior Features: None
  • Fencing: Full
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Patio And Porch Features: Open, Patio, Porch, Screened
  • Roof: Asbestos Shingle, Metal, Shingle
  • Stories: 2
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Source: Computed
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 2.0
  • Attic Features: Access Only
  • Heating System Fuel Source: Electric, Propane, Wood
  • Water Heater: Propane
  • Dining Room Type: Formal
  • Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
  • Guest House Description: Sep guest house
  • Appliances: Electric Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Dishwasher
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Basement: None
  • Cooling: Attic Fan, Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Stove
  • Flooring: Brick, Wood
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Propane, Wood, Gas Pack, Heat Pump, Electric, Wood Stove
  • Interior Features: Master Downstairs, Walk-in Closet(s), Entrance Foyer, Mud Room, Bookcases, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-in Shower, Walk-In Closet(s), Wood Burning Stove, Workshop
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Dining Room, Living Room, Laundry, Sunroom
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • Spa: No
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
Room 2
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 3
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room 4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sunroom
Room 5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Multi Family
Multi Family Information
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Sold Exclusive: No

Property History for 685 Matthews Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 30, 2024

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10038892

$599,000
Aug 30, 2024

Sold

NCRMLS #100458909

$599,000
Aug 20, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1539825869

$599,000

+5.3% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/30/2024

Sold

Doorify MLS (fka Triangle MLS) #10038892

$599,000
08/30/2024

Sold

NCRMLS #100458909

$599,000
08/20/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1539825869

$599,000

+5.3% / yr

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

Public Records for 685 Matthews Road

Taxable ValueLand$116,570Additions$412,630Total$529,200
Tax Record2025$3,360 ($280 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,806 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,806 SqFtStories2Lot Size118,919 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1867Year Renovated2000ZoningRAGCountyJOHNSTONAPN06F04036GFireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 685 Matthews 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
Polenta Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Swift Creek Middle
Public6 to 8

Cleveland High School
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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 685 Matthews Road, Clayton, NC 27520
$599,000
3
2,839
118,919
$70,000
2
1
1,680
30,846
$119,000
3
1,434
43,560
3
2
2,346
276,606
$88,000
400
43,560
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1
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38,333

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