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    • Price cut: $50K (8/11)
    $550,000

    344 J B Leonard Rd, Castalia, NC 27816

    3beds
    2,344sqft
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    $3,440/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2006
    19.15 Acres Lot
    $516,100 Zestimate®
    $235/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Pastures in placeOrchard areaExpanded garden spaceHot water heaterFront stepsStair pickets
    PRICE IMPROVEMENT on this country home with almost 20 acres in the beautiful White Level Community of rural Franklin County. Horse lovers or homesteaders dream! No restrictions and peaceful living. Story and half home is a handyman's playground. Great the way it is and move in ready but could use some TLC on upgrades. ALREADY newly installed 2 HVAC units, Hot Water Heater, Stair Pickets, 3 Dual Flush Toilets, LVP in office, Rain shower heads in both showers, and front steps. Materials for needed upgrades purchased and on site and will convey. (LVP higher quality waterproof flooring for entire downstairs, new exterior doors, severe weather lumber for front porch and expanding back deck & steps, 3 vanity sinks with faucets, 2 shower faucets, floor air vents, primary shower pan, tile for shower walls, freestanding tub and faucet, and baseboard and quarter round trim). Estimates provided upon request on the remaining items and sales price adjusted accordingly but if you're up for tackling yourself = instant sweat equity! This is truly an instant Hobby farm and homestead . Eberly (Amish Built) 40X12 Barn with 12 ft lean to shelter and pastures in place needing modest repair. Property also has well, septic, separate road frontage, & power ready to hook up on separately recorded tract - ready for that second residence. Suitable for horses, cows, chickens, goats, pigs, bees, garden areas - whatever your heart desires... with riding trails for horses or ATV's, hunting, orchard area, and expanded garden space. A true Diamond in the Ruff in almost the middle of nowhere but still only about 45 min from all the conveniences of Raleigh. Come find your peace and happiness in the country.
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    Listed by:

    Jodi Ray 919-339-7082,

    Ray Realty Services LLC

    Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10178929MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bedrooms: 2
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 188.22 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14.67 x 12.83
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 122.15 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9.58 x 12.75
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 161 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14.0 x 11.5
      Bonus room
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 564.98 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 38.75 x 14.58
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 135.46 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10.42 x 13.0
      Family room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 267.71 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 19.83 x 13.5
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 118.3 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11.83 x 10.0
      Laundry
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 36.19 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 7.0 x 5.17
      Office
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 110.08 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 8.58 x 12.83
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Heat Pump
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Dual, Electric, Heat Pump
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Electric Range, Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
      • Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
      Features
      • Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Double Vanity, High Ceilings, Laminate Counters, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Bathtub/Shower Combination
      • Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum, Luxury Vinyl, Vinyl
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Family Room, Prefabricated
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,344
      • Total interior livable area: 2,344 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,344
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 6
      • Parking features: Additional Parking, Gravel
      • Uncovered spaces: 6
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: Level Flooring
      Features
      • Levels: One and One Half
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Deck
      • Exterior features: Private Yard
      • Fencing: Fenced,Wire
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Rural
      Lot
      • Size: 19.15 Acres
      • Features: Agricultural, Cleared, Level, Pasture, Rectangular Lot, Secluded
      Details
      • Additional structures: See Remarks
      • Parcel number: 037575, 600039840, & 039841
      • Zoning: FCO AR
      • Special conditions: Standard
      • Horse amenities: See Remarks

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Traditional
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Crawlspace
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 2006

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Well

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Castalia

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $235/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $450,360
      • Annual tax amount: $1,816
      • Date on market: 7/9/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional

        Estimated market value

        $516,100

        $490,000 - $542,000

        $2,164/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/11/2026Price change$550,000-8.3%$235/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #10178929 Report a problem
        7/10/2026Listed for sale$600,000+100.7%$256/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #10178929 Report a problem
        7/9/2026Listing removed$299,000$128/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #10153432 Report a problem
        6/9/2026Price change$299,000-0.3%$128/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #10153432 Report a problem
        3/17/2026Listed for sale$300,000+100.1%$128/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #10153432 Report a problem
        3/26/2004Sold$149,900$64/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #722718 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$691 $110,570
        2024$691 +97.2%$110,570 +185.6%
        2023$350 -73.9%$38,720
        2022$1,343 +0.3%--
        2021$1,340 -1%--
        2020$1,354 +2.1%--
        2019$1,326 +16.9%$140,480
        2018$1,134 $140,480 +32.6%
        2017$1,134 $105,950
        2016$1,134 $105,950
        2015$1,134 +11.7%$105,950 +4.5%
        2014$1,015 $101,350 +156%
        2013-- $39,590
        2012-- $39,590 +13.9%
        2011-- $34,764
        2010-- $34,764
        2009-- $34,764
        2008-- $34,764
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 27816

        Getting around

        0 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        10 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • Elementary: Franklin - Edward Best Elementary
        • Middle: Franklin - Terrell Lane Middle
        • High: Franklin - Louisburg Magnet High School

        Source: Doorify 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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