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  • Price cut: $2K (7/18)
    $215,868

    249 Ernest Gurganus Road, Jacksonville, NC 28540

    3beds
    912sqft
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    $1,297/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1970
    0.46 Acres Lot
    $214,700 Zestimate®
    $237/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Water purification systemStainless side-by-side refrigeratorGenuine renovation qualityOutdoor living space
    We loved this one so much we gave it a nickname: Primrose Cottage. And unlike the old Marine Corps saying, we actually DO promise you a rose garden, or at the very least, the backyard space to grow one. Nestled beneath a canopy of grand mature oaks on a private half-acre in Jacksonville, NC, this renovated 3 bedroom cottage delivers the rare combination of genuine renovation quality, outdoor living space, and an unbeatable location. No HOA and county taxes only. The kitchen and bathroom were both taken down to the studs and completely rebuilt with new cabinets, new fixtures, new plumbing fittings, and finishes that feel far more expensive than the asking price. New luxury vinyl plank flooring flows through the main living and dining areas, with carpet in all three bedrooms. Every wall inside and out has been freshly painted, and a stainless side-by-side refrigerator and water purification system conveys with the home. The 20-foot covered front porch is everything a Southern cottage porch should be: shaded, wide, and ready for a swing and a slow morning. Out back, a paver patio steps down to an open, lush lawn framed by a natural ring of trees for privacy, with room to garden, build a fire pit, or simply breathe. A detached garage/workshop with its own vehicle bay and side entry door adds valuable utility for hobbyists, storage, and weekend projects. Additional peace-of-mind features include a new roof (2022). Commuters will appreciate the central location, with MCAS New River, Stone Bay, and Camp Lejeune all within easy reach. No city tax burden and no HOA fees to factor into monthly costs, which is a meaningful advantage for VA, USDA and FHA buyers watching their bottom line. Primrose Cottage is move-in ready, priced to sell this summer, and waiting for the family that will love her as much as her sellers did. Schedule your showing today. Cottages this charming do not last.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    McKenzie L Johnson 910-554-0761,

    eXp Realty

    Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100585568MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Jacksonville Board of Realtors

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Dining Room, Family Room
      Heating
      • Heat Pump, Electric
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Heat Pump
      Appliances
      • Included: Electric Oven, Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Water Purifier
      • Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Kitchen
      Features
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Blinds/Shades
      • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
      • Doors: Storm Door(s)
      • Basement: None
      • Attic: Access Only,Scuttle
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 912
      • Total interior livable area: 912 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Garage Faces Front, On Site, Paved
      • Garage spaces: 1
      • Details: Workshop
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Patio & porch: Porch, Front Porch
      • Exterior features: Storm Doors
      • Fencing: None
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: None
      • Frontage type: See Remarks
      Lot
      • Size: 0.46 Acres
      • Dimensions: 100 x 200 x 100 x 200
      • Features: Rectangular Lot
      Details
      • Additional structures: Shed(s), Storage, Workshop, Outbuilding
      • Parcel number: 31675
      • Zoning: RA
      • Special conditions: Standard
      • Horses can be raised: Yes

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Composition, Wood Frame
      • Foundation: Crawl Space
      • Roof: Architectural Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1970

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Water Available

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Not In Subdivision
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      • Amenities included: None
      Location
      • Region: Jacksonville

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $237/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $116,250
      • Annual tax amount: $761
      • Date on market: 7/1/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 39 days
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan

        Estimated market value

        $214,700

        $204,000 - $225,000

        $1,322/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/18/2026Price change$215,868-0.9%$237/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100585568 Report a problem
        7/1/2026Listed for sale$217,868+48.2%$239/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100585568 Report a problem
        10/10/2023Sold$147,000-5.2%$161/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100406683 Report a problem
        9/29/2023Pending sale$155,000$170/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100406683 Report a problem
        9/26/2023Listed for sale$155,000+34.8%$170/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100406683 Report a problem
        8/5/2021Sold$115,000+40.2%$126/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100275351 Report a problem
        3/20/2019Sold$82,000-14.1%$90/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        10/25/2018Pending sale$95,500$105/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage #100137218 Report a problem
        10/19/2018Listed for sale$95,500$105/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage - Jacksonville #100137218 Report a problem
        6/11/2018Listing removed$95,500$105/sqft
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        4/13/2018Pending sale$95,500$105/sqft
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        3/29/2018Listed for sale$95,500+59.4%$105/sqft
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        8/15/2017Listing removed$750$1/sqft
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        8/7/2017Listed for rent$750$1/sqft
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        4/9/2017Listing removed$59,900$66/sqft
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        12/21/2016Listed for sale$59,900$66/sqft
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        12/21/2016Pending sale$59,900-19.1%$66/sqft
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        10/21/2016Price change$74,000+23.5%$81/sqft
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        10/4/2016Pending sale$59,900-14.3%$66/sqft
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        10/4/2016Price change$69,900+16.7%$77/sqft
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        10/1/2016Pending sale$59,900-14.3%$66/sqft
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        9/30/2016Price change$69,900+16.7%$77/sqft
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        9/27/2016Pending sale$59,900-14.3%$66/sqft
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        9/27/2016Price change$69,900+16.7%$77/sqft
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        9/25/2016Pending sale$59,900-14.3%$66/sqft
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        9/25/2016Price change$69,900+16.7%$77/sqft
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        9/23/2016Pending sale$59,900-45.5%$66/sqft
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        4/18/2008Sold$110,000+249.2%$121/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        4/19/2006Sold$31,500$35/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$761 $116,250
        2024$761 $116,250
        2023$761 -0.1%$116,250
        2022$761 $116,250 +35.9%
        2021-- $85,520
        2020$603 $85,520
        2019$603 $85,520
        2018$603 -5.6%$85,520 -9.7%
        2017$639 $94,660
        2016$639 $94,660
        2015$639 $94,660
        2014$639 +28.5%$94,660 +11.4%
        2013$497 $84,970
        2012$497 $84,970
        2011$497 $84,970
        2010$497 +56.4%$84,970 +57.7%
        2009$318 +17.3%$53,869
        2008$271 $53,869
        2007$271 $53,869
        2006$271 +9.6%$53,869 +46%
        2005$247 $36,889
        2004-- $36,889
        2003-- $36,889
        2002-- $36,889
        2001-- $36,889
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 28540

        Getting around

        3 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        27 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Meadow View
        • Middle: Southwest
        • High: Southwest

        Source: Hive MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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