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    • $866,900

    508 Eaton Ave, Warrenton, NC 27589

    5beds
    4,207sqft
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    $5,181/mo
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    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1850
    20 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $206/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Pastures and privacy
    Fiber Internet! Come and visit 508 Eaton Ave. better known as ''Eaton'' or William T Alston home in historic Warrenton. Drenched in history, this stunning, 1850's, Pre-Civil War Estate was referred to as the Showplace of Warrenton, NC. For those who do not know; this area was the playground of the wealthy. Some of the mantels in the home were recently discovered to be Federalist, which was in the early 1800's. Custom built by the renowned Jacob W. Holt, Architect, carpenter/Joiner, the style of the home has Greek and Italianate features that were adapted to local preferences. But, some of the mantels in the home were recently discovered to be Federalist, which was in the early 1800's. The home boasts 2 closets/bedroom; in which most homes of that era had none. This home is unique in so many ways & the acreage is one. There are approx. 20 ac of land: home sits on 11 ac in town limits and the remaining 8.4 ac are outside town limits which is zoned agriculture allowing horses, cows, etc. Many very old Oaks, Magnolias, English Boxwoods, & a pecan grove, a greenhouse, outbuildings w/concrete floors, 2 barns, one w/tack room & a lg storage area w/sliding door. Pastures and privacy. This is a once in a lifetime chance to own ''Eaton''!
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    Listed by:

    Denise C Allen 252-213-2532,

    Denise Allen Realty, Inc.

    Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10091223MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 4
      Heating
      • Hot Water, Natural Gas, See Remarks
      Cooling
      • Attic Fan
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Water Heater
      • Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level, Washer Hookup
      Features
      • Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Pantry, Crown Molding, Dual Closets, High Speed Internet, Natural Woodwork, Master Downstairs, Second Primary Bedroom, Separate Shower, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
      • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Parquet, Tile
      • Doors: Storm Door(s)
      • Windows: Shutters, Window Treatments
      • Basement: Crawl Space
      • Number of fireplaces: 7
      • Fireplace features: Bedroom, Den, Dining Room, Library, Master Bedroom, Wood Burning
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 4,207
      • Total interior livable area: 4,207 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 4,207
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 5
      • Parking features: Additional Parking, Asphalt, Circular Driveway, Parking Lot, Paved
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      • Uncovered spaces: 3
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Awning(s), Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch, Side Porch
      • Exterior features: Awning(s), Balcony, Lighting, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Smart Camera(s)/Recording, Storage
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Garden, Orchard, Pasture, Trees/Woods
      Lot
      • Size: 20 Acres
      • Features: Agricultural, Back Yard, Cleared, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Level, Many Trees, Native Plants, Views, Wooded, See Remarks
      Details
      • Additional structures: Barn(s), Greenhouse, Outbuilding, Stable(s), Storage
      • Parcel number: 2946922238 & 2946927386
      • Zoning: Residential/ag
      • Special conditions: Standard
      • Horses can be raised: Yes

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Local Historic Designation
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
      Materials
      • Lap Siding, Wood Siding
      • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1850

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
      Green energy
      • Water conservation: Efficient Hot Water Distribution

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Curbs, Historical Area, Sidewalks, Street Lights
      • Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Warrenton

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $206/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $794,527
      • Annual tax amount: $3,499
      • Date on market: 4/24/2025
      • Road surface type: Asphalt

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        1/24/2026Price change$866,900-2.6%$206/sqft
        Source: Roanoke Valley Lake Gaston BOR #139322 Report a problem
        11/6/2025Price change$889,900-2.7%$212/sqft
        Source: Roanoke Valley Lake Gaston BOR #139322 Report a problem
        9/5/2025Price change$914,900-9.5%$217/sqft
        Source: Roanoke Valley Lake Gaston BOR #139322 Report a problem
        4/23/2025Listed for sale$1,010,630+9.1%$240/sqft
        Source: Roanoke Valley Lake Gaston BOR #139322 Report a problem
        4/5/2025Listing removed$926,000$220/sqft
        Source: Roanoke Valley Lake Gaston BOR #136924 Report a problem
        6/26/2024Listed for sale$926,000$220/sqft
        Source: Roanoke Valley Lake Gaston BOR #136924 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$9,589 +183.9%$794,527 +269.4%
        2024$3,377 +4%$215,104
        2023$3,248 +3.4%$215,104
        2022$3,141 $215,104
        2021$3,141 -11.4%$215,104
        2020$3,543 $215,104 +25.7%
        2017-- $171,127 -5.4%
        2016-- $180,818
        2015-- $180,818
        2014-- $180,818
        2010-- $180,818
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 27589

        Getting around

        26 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        30 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Warren - Mariam Boyd Elementary School
        • Middle: Warren - Warren County Middle School
        • High: Warren - Warren County 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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