Rare opportunity to own a unique, charming historic home that has been a family home for generations. This spacious home offers much charm and character with both original details that have been preserved, along with some updates. This home sits on a large corner lot and is within 2 blocks of the Town Square, Courthouse, Burgaw Brewing, Fat Daddy's Pizza and across the street from the town Library. Lots of TLC is evident when you walk through the door. This well-preserved home was built over 130 years ago and is the oldest stick-built home in Burgaw! Enjoy sitting outside on the huge wrap around porch, the front and side have been redone with a pergola/covered porch/deck off the rear of the house. The enormous yard offers beautiful mature landscape. Sidewalks make most locations in historic downtown Burgaw easily accessible and within walking distance. A newer roof was installed on the main home, and a new roof just added to the detached garage. 2-unit HVAC systems approximately 7 years old (1 is a gas pack). There is one bedroom on the primary level and 4 more upstairs. According to the town planner the house has been identified as historic property and could possibly become certified by the state. This home has many updates and improvements. A rare opportunity to own a historic home of such character. It is ready for new owners to continue the legacy while adding a touch of their own. Some furnishings are original to the property and will convey to the Buyer. Please see the list of furnishings and other historical artifacts that will convey. House was originally built in the 1880's with a significant addition occurring in the early 1900's -plans for this expansion are hanging up in house and will remain. Wood floors, high ceilings, 3 fireplaces, plaster walls and wonderful wood molding are just a few of the many features inside of this special gem of a property. Detached Garage/Carriage House has electric, water.
Sold for $390,000
$390,000
101 N Cowan Street, Burgaw, NC 28425
5beds
2,830sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1885
0.84 Acres Lot
$418,000 Zestimate®
$138/sqft
$2,851 Estimated rent
Home value
$418,000
$389,000 - $451,000
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Enormous yardHigh ceilingsWood floorsWonderful wood moldingPlaster wallsNewer roofLarge corner lot
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Listed by:
Cynthia A Ungaro 910-256-0021,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties,
Trina Thomas Team 910-777-2200,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties
Bought with:
Laura L Betz, 216080
RE/MAX Essential
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100404136
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Master Bedroom, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bathroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Bonus Room, Living Room, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15.1 x 15.2
Primary bedroom
- Description: Second
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14.6 x 15.3
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 9.2 x 11.7
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14.7 x 15.5
Bedroom 5
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14.7 x 15.2
Bathroom 1
- Description: Laundry
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.2
Bathroom 2
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 7.2 x 6
Bathroom 3
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 6.4 x 6.1
Bonus room
- Description: Library
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16.6 x 9.2
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14.7 x 18.1
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14.3 x 11.6
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 22 x 15.3
Heating
- Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Vented Exhaust Fan, Electric Cooktop, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Wall Oven
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- High Ceilings
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: None
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,830
- Total interior livable area: 2,830 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Street, On Site
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Open, Covered, Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Shutters - Functional
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Partial
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.84 Acres
- Dimensions: 240 x 181
- Features: Open Lot, Corner Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Pergola
- Parcel number: 32293387540000
- Zoning: R-12
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic District
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1885
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Available, Water Available
Green energy
- Green verification: None
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not In Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
Location
- Region: Burgaw
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $138/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $122,744
- Annual tax amount: $905
- Date on market: 10/7/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 10 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/2/2023 | Sold | $390,000-12%$138/sqft |
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| 9/19/2023 | Pending sale | $443,000$157/sqft |
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| 9/9/2023 | Listed for sale | $443,000+130.8%$157/sqft |
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| 9/21/2020 | Sold | $191,900-3%$68/sqft |
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| 8/20/2020 | Pending sale | $197,900$70/sqft |
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| 8/10/2020 | Price change | $197,900-8.3%$70/sqft |
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| 8/7/2020 | Price change | $215,900-1.4%$76/sqft |
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| 7/31/2020 | Price change | $218,900-1.4%$77/sqft |
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| 7/24/2020 | Price change | $221,900-1.3%$78/sqft |
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| 7/17/2020 | Price change | $224,900-6.7%$79/sqft |
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| 7/9/2020 | Price change | $241,000-1.2%$85/sqft |
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| 6/11/2020 | Price change | $244,000-9.3%$86/sqft |
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| 5/26/2020 | Pending sale | $269,000$95/sqft |
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| 4/15/2020 | Listed for sale | $269,000$95/sqft |
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| 3/5/2020 | Pending sale | $269,000$95/sqft |
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| 3/1/2020 | Listed for sale | $269,000$95/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,755 +2.9% | $355,598 +189.7% |
| 2024 | $1,706 +3% | $122,744 |
| 2023 | $1,657 +10.9% | $122,744 |
| 2022 | $1,494 +3.4% | $122,744 |
| 2021 | $1,445 | $122,744 -5% |
| 2020 | -- | $129,144 |
| 2019 | $1,521 | $129,144 +21.8% |
| 2018 | $1,521 +15.9% | $106,065 |
| 2017 | $1,313 -0.8% | $106,065 |
| 2016 | $1,323 | $106,065 |
| 2015 | $1,323 | $106,065 |
| 2014 | -- | $106,065 |
| 2013 | -- | $106,065 |
| 2012 | $1,129 | $106,065 |
| 2011 | -- | $106,065 -36.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $166,126 |
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Neighborhood: 28425
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