When was property at 278 Old Cornwallis Road built and last sold?

The property at 278 Old Cornwallis Road was built in 1940 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $0.

How much is this home worth?

The estimated value of the home located at 278 Old Cornwallis Road is $181,304.

What are some comparable homes to 278 Old Cornwallis Road?

There are currently no comparable homes to 278 Old Cornwallis Road.

Johnston

27569

278 Old Cornwallis Road

Sold on Sep 23, 2026

Map

$138,000

● House - Off Market

278 Old Cornwallis Road

Princeton, NC 27569

3 Beds

2 Baths

1,503 Ft²

$903

Est. Monthly

About This Property

GREAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY on 1.3 ACRES in the Highly Desired PRINCETON SCHOOL DISTRICT! This approximately 1,500 SF home, built around 1940, offers tons of character and potential with 3 BEDROOMS and 2 BATHS. The property needs some TLC, making it an excellent opportunity for investors, renovators, or buyers looking to create something special. Features include a METAL ROOF and spacious lot with room to enjoy country living. Currently TENANT-OCCUPIED. Please note: ALL APPLIANCES belong to the tenant and HVAC needs work. With the right vision, this property could truly shine! CASH OR CONVENTIONAL LOAN ONLY.

Unit Size

1,503 Ft²

Days on Market

127 days

Land Size

1.30 acres

Price per sqft

$112

Property Type

House

Property Taxes

$74

HOA Dues

Year Built

1940

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Last updated: 2 months ago (TMLS #10168344)

Price History

Date / Event	Date	Event
Sep 23, 2026	Sold	Premium
Sold
Aug 8, 2026	In contract	-
In contract
Jul 16, 2026	Price Decreased	$168,844 ↓ $5K (3%)
Price Decreased
May 19, 2026	Listed by RE/MAX SOUTHLAND REALTY II	$174,066
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Property Highlights

Building Info

Overview

General

Year Built: 1940

Effective Year Built: 1973
Bedroom Count: 3
Bathroom Count: 1
Full Bathrooms: 1
Partial Bathrooms: 1
Building Condition: 0
Building Quality: 8
Construction Type: 0
Building Style: 0
Exterior Walls Type: 19
Interior Walls Type: 3
Roof Shape Type: 7
Roof Cover Type: 3
Floor Count: 100
Floor Cover: 9
Basement Type: 0
Basement Area: 0
Garage Type: 0
Parking Space Count: 0
Patio Type: 0
Porch Type: 7
Pool Type: 0

Dimensions

Lot Size Square Feet: 56,628

Total Building Area: 1,550
Gross Building Area: 1,672
Building Area: 1,550
Building Area Measurement: L

Heating and Cooling

Air Conditioning: 1

Heating: 4
Heated Square Feet: 1,550
Heating Fuel Type: 3

Utilities

Sewer System: 0

Water Service: 0

Building

Building Type: 0

Property Class: R
Land Acres: 0000001300
Standard Land Use Code: 1001
County Land Use Code: 01
Legal Description 1: L4 WHITLEY PB31/335 265300-130

Neighborhood

School District Name: Johnston County Schools

School Tax School District: 22
School Tax District Code 2: 04
Census Tract: 040502

Zoning

Zoning: RAG

Geography

Assessors Map Reference: BK: 31 PG: 335

Account Number: 65562313
District: 4
Parcel: 04P10144S
Municipality: BOON HILL PRINCETON
Latitude: 35.4868
Longitude: -78.1567

Address

Full Address: 278 Old Cornwallis Rd

Address - House Number: 278
Address - Street Name: Old Cornwallis
Address - Suffix Type: Rd
State: NC
City Name: Princeton
Carrier Code: R003
4-Digit Zip Code: 8195
Zip Code: 27569

Valuation

Tax

Tax Year: 2023

Tax Amount: $57,291
Tax Rate Code Area: C,FR22

Appraisal Valuation

Standard Deviation: 0.1542

Valuation Date: Oct 04, 2023
Confidence Score: 81
Final Value: 147,714
High Value: 170,495
Low Value: 124,933

Market Valuation

Market Total Value: $72,520

Market Land Value: $24,440
Market Improvement Value: $48,080

Assessments Valuation

Assessed Year: 2023

Assessed Total Value: $72,520
Assessed Land Value: $24,440
Assessed Improvements Value: $48,080

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Comparables

About Johnston

Stats & Trends

Median Asking:

$364,990

Sale Price/ft²

$188

Below Asking

0.02%

Average Days on Market

Average Home Size

2241 ft²

Average Home Age

14.6 years

Currently For Sale

1197 Listings

Based on RH Advisors, Inc. calculations of home data from MLS and/or public records.

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Listed by: Beth Hines, RE/MAX SOUTHLAND REALTY II
Last Updated: 2 months ago
Data Source: TMLS, MLS# 10168344

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