85 Dropseed Ln
Smithfield, NC 27577

$287,500

Last Sold Price

Beds

Baths

1,418 Sq. Ft.

$203 / Sq. Ft.

1,418

Sq. Ft.

$203

per Sq. Ft.

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Closed 1/8/26

Description

New Carpet, Paint, and Roof (new pictures coming soon)! Discover the charm of 85 Drop Seed Lane, a beautifully maintained 1,418 sq. ft. ranch-style home that perfectly blends comfort, style, and convenience. Featuring 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, this open-concept design creates a seamless flow ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy peace of mind with a brand-new roof, a freshly updated back deck, and a large lot perfect for outdoor gatherings or quiet evenings under...New Carpet, Paint, and Roof (new pictures coming soon)! Discover the charm of 85 Drop Seed Lane, a beautifully maintained 1,418 sq. ft. ranch-style home that perfectly blends comfort, style, and convenience. Featuring 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, this open-concept design creates a seamless flow ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy peace of mind with a brand-new roof, a freshly updated back deck, and a large lot perfect for outdoor gatherings or quiet evenings under the stars. The community itself offers an incredible lifestyle — residents enjoy access to all Fred Smith amenities, including multiple pools, fitness centers, and golf courses at LionsGate and Riverwood. The neighborhood also boasts its own private pool and a picturesque pond where you can relax or fish on a sunny afternoon. Perfectly situated just 10 minutes from Flowers Plantation, 10 minutes from Downtown Smithfield, and only 30 minutes to Raleigh, this home offers the best of both worlds: small-town charm and convenient city access. Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to downsize into a more manageable space, 85 Drop Seed Lane delivers elegance, practicality, and an unmatched community experience — a rare find in today's market.

Listed by Natalie Pearse • United Real Estate Triangle

Property Details for 85 Dropseed Lane

View

Yes

Showings Expected to Begin

08-22-2025

Subdivision

Tralee

HOA Fees

$49.99

LISTING UPDATED: 01/19/2026 04:15 PM

Property Details for 85 Dropseed Lane

Status	Closed
MLS #	10115297
Days on Market	118
Taxes	$1,457 / year
HOA Fees	$50 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees	-
Compass Type	Single Family
MLS Type	Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built	2011
Lot Size	0.27 AC / 11,761 SF
County	Johnston County

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Building Information for 85 Dropseed Lane

Stories1Year Built2011Building Size-Lot Size0.27 AC / 11,761 SF

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$1,573 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,401

Property Taxes

$121

HOA Dues

$50

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Property Information for 85 Dropseed Lane

Summary

Location and General Information

Directions: From downtown Smithfield, take US-70 East toward the Clayton Bypass. Turn right onto Swift Creek Road, then left onto Tralee Drive. Take the next left onto Carissa Drive, then right onto Drop Seed Lane—85 will be on the right.
Subdivision Name: Tralee

Latitude: 35.564216
Longitude: -78.364793
Road Surface Type: Paved

Taxes and HOA Information

Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Road Maintenance, Storm Water Maintenance
Association: Yes

Total HOA Dues: $49.99
HOA 1 Fees Required: Yes
Tax Annual Amount: $1,457.29
City Limits YN: No
Lot Number: 409
Restrictive Covenants YN: Yes

Contract Information

Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
Property Leased YN: No

Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
Due Diligence Expiration Date: 2026-01-02

School Information

Elementary School: Johnston - Wilsons Mill
Middle Or Junior School: Johnston - Smithfield

High School: Johnston - Smithfield Selma

Parking

Open Parking: Yes
Parking Features: Concrete, Driveway, Garage, On Street

Attached Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2.0
Garage: Yes

Property

Lot Information

Building Area Total: 1418.0
Lot Features: Back Yard, Close to Clubhouse, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Rectangular Lot

Architectural Style: Ranch
Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0
Parcel Number: 17J07023N
Structure Type: House, Site Built
Enhanced Accessible: No
Primary Residence YN: Yes
Sold PriceList Price: 0.96

Property and Assessments

New Construction: No
Photos Count: 41

Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Community Features: Pool
Senior Community: No

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Water Source: Public
Water_Sewer: Public, Public Sewer, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Porch

Pool Features: Community
Pool Private: No
Roof: Shingle
New Construction Type: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding, House, Site Built

Interior Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1

Master Bedroom 1st Floor: 3
Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Windows Treatment: Blinds, Screens
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling?: Yes
Heating: Electric, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Heating?: Yes
Laundry Features: In Unit, Main Level
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
Interior: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Concrete, Driveway, Garage, On Street, Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding, In Unit, Main Level
Equipment: In Unit, Main Level, Concrete, Driveway, Garage, On Street

Room Information

Rooms Total: 7.0

Room 1

Room Level: Main
Room Type: Primary Bedroom

Room 2

Room Level: Main
Room Type: Bedroom 2

Room 3

Room Level: Main
Room Type: Family Room

Room 4

Room Level: Main
Room Type: Primary Bathroom

Room 5

Room Level: Main
Room Type: Dining Room

Room 6

Room Level: Main
Room Type: Bathroom 2

Room 7

Room Level: Main
Room Type: Kitchen

Agent

Sale and Listing

Property Type: Residential
Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 85 Dropseed Lane

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Jan 8, 2026	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #10115297	$287,500	—
Jan 8, 2026	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #10115297	$287,000	—
Dec 30, 2025	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1925514420	$287,500	+6.7% / yr
Dec 18, 2025	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #10115297		—
Oct 21, 2025	Price Change TRIANGLEMLS #10115297	$299,899	—
Sep 25, 2025	Price Change TRIANGLEMLS #10115297	$299,900	—
Aug 22, 2025	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #10115297		—
Aug 12, 2025	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #10115297	$304,900	—
Jun 30, 2017	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #2124417	$165,000	—
Jun 30, 2017	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #2124417	$165,000	—
Jun 27, 2017	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #599514537	$165,000	+4.0% / yr
May 16, 2017	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #2124417		—
Apr 26, 2017	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #2124417	$165,000	—
Apr 26, 2017	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #2124417	$165,000	—
Sep 23, 2011	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #1771736	$131,900	—
Sep 23, 2011	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #1771736	$131,900	—
Sep 23, 2011	Sold AMLS #1771736	$131,900	—
Sep 23, 2011	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #1771736		—
Sep 22, 2011	Pending AMLS #1771736		—
Sep 19, 2011	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #316145668	$131,500	—
Jul 22, 2011	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #1771736		—
Feb 28, 2011	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #1771736	$131,900	—
Feb 28, 2011	Listed (Active) AMLS #1771736	$131,900	—
Feb 28, 2011	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #1771736	$131,900	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
01/08/2026	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #10115297	$287,500
01/08/2026	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #10115297	$287,000
12/30/2025	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1925514420	$287,500 +6.7% / yr
12/18/2025	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #10115297	—
10/21/2025	Price Change TRIANGLEMLS #10115297	$299,899
09/25/2025	Price Change TRIANGLEMLS #10115297	$299,900
08/22/2025	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #10115297	—
08/12/2025	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #10115297	$304,900
06/30/2017	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #2124417	$165,000
06/30/2017	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #2124417	$165,000
06/27/2017	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #599514537	$165,000 +4.0% / yr
05/16/2017	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #2124417	—
04/26/2017	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #2124417	$165,000
04/26/2017	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #2124417	$165,000
09/23/2011	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #1771736	$131,900
09/23/2011	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #1771736	$131,900
09/23/2011	Sold AMLS #1771736	$131,900
09/23/2011	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #1771736	—
09/22/2011	Pending AMLS #1771736	—
09/19/2011	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #316145668	$131,500
07/22/2011	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #1771736	—
02/28/2011	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #1771736	$131,900
02/28/2011	Listed (Active) AMLS #1771736	$131,900
02/28/2011	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #1771736	$131,900

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

Public Records for 85 Dropseed Lane

Taxable ValueLand$60,000Additions$220,730Total$280,730

Tax Record2025$1,783 ($149 / month)

Home Facts

Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,406 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,406 SqFtStories1Lot Size11,761 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2011Year Renovated2014ZoningRESCountyJOHNSTONAPN17J07023NFireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 85 Dropseed Lane

This home is within Johnston County School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
5/10	Wilson's Mills Elementary	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	1.4 mi
6/10	Smithfield Middle	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	3.0 mi
3/10	Smithfield-Selma High	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	3.3 mi
1/10	Choice Plus Academy	Public - Choice school	6 to 12	4.2 mi
4/10	JCPS Virtual Academy	Public - Nearby school	K to 12	4.1 mi
NR	Johnston Co Middle College	Public - Nearby school	10 to 12	4.7 mi


Rating	School	Distance
5/10	Wilson's Mills Elementary PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	1.4 mi
6/10	Smithfield Middle Public6 to 8 Serves this home	3.0 mi
3/10	Smithfield-Selma High Public9 to 12 Serves this home	3.3 mi
1/10	Choice Plus Academy Public6 to 12 Choice school	4.2 mi
4/10	JCPS Virtual Academy PublicK to 12 Nearby school	4.1 mi
NR	Johnston Co Middle College Public10 to 12 Nearby school	4.7 mi

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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