{"id":10616,"date":"2026-07-07T21:55:20","date_gmt":"2026-07-07T21:55:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dailyamerica.online\/?p=10616"},"modified":"2026-07-07T21:55:21","modified_gmt":"2026-07-07T21:55:21","slug":"circa-1827-one-acre-in-north-carolina-loads-of-potential-149900","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyamerica.online\/?p=10616","title":{"rendered":"Circa 1827! One acre in North Carolina! Loads of potential. $149,900"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you\u2019re searching for an early American home with historic character and room to make it your own, this circa-1827 farmhouse<\/strong> in Colerain, North Carolina<\/strong>, is worth a closer look. Located on approximately 1.01 acres<\/strong> in eastern North Carolina, the property offers a rare opportunity to own a home that has stood for nearly two centuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The two-story farmhouse features approximately 3,007 square feet<\/strong> of living space with five bedrooms<\/strong> and two bathrooms<\/strong>. Many original details remain, including wood floors<\/strong>, crown moulding<\/strong>, wide baseboards<\/strong>, wainscoting<\/strong>, and vintage light fixtures<\/strong>, all of which add to the home\u2019s timeless appeal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A welcoming covered front porch<\/strong> provides the perfect place to relax and enjoy the peaceful rural surroundings. Inside, the spacious floor plan includes a generous kitchen and dining area, multiple sitting rooms, and two fireplaces<\/strong> that reflect the home\u2019s historic roots. An enclosed or screened back porch offers additional living space and views of the surrounding countryside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Outside, the property includes a barn<\/strong> and an additional outbuilding<\/strong>, providing storage, workshop space, or possibilities for future projects. Open agricultural fields and nearby forests create a quiet country setting while still being within driving distance of Edenton<\/strong> and other eastern North Carolina destinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The home appears livable, making it possible for a new owner to move in and tackle restoration projects one room at a time. The listing notes that the property has deferred maintenance<\/strong> and is being sold as is<\/strong>. Recent termite treatment documentation is available, and buyers are encouraged to verify all information regarding the property\u2019s systems, acreage, square footage, utilities, and other material facts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Priced at $149,900<\/strong>, this historic farmhouse presents an affordable opportunity for someone who appreciates old homes and is ready to restore a piece of North Carolina history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact:<\/strong> Mike Eatmon, Our Town Properties
Phone:<\/strong> 252-245-4337<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This house has a lot of potential! It\u2019s an early house! The home was built in 1827. It is located on 1.01 acres in Colerain, North Carolina. That\u2019s a small town in Eastern North Carolina, not too far from Edenton. The house features a covered front porch, crown moulding, baseboards, wood floors, vintage light fixtures, wainscoting and an enclosed back porch. There are a couple of outbuildings on the property. This house looks livable, so one could move in and work room by room. Five bedrooms, two bathrooms and 3,007 square feet. $149,900<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact Mike Eatmon with Our Town Properties: 252-245-4337<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From the Zillow<\/a> listing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Circa-1827 two-story farmhouse on approximately one acre along NC Highway 45 N in Colerain. The home offers approximately 3,007 square feet per appraisal with a 5-bedroom, 2-bath layout, two fireplaces, a covered front porch, metal roof, and wood exterior. Generous kitchen and dining space, multiple sitting areas, and a screened porch add character, with open agricultural and forest views, a gravel drive, and a barn and outbuilding on the grounds. Recent termite treatment documentation is available for review. Property is offered as-is and has deferred maintenance; buyer and buyer\u2019s agent to verify square footage, acreage, systems, heating\/cooling, schools, septic\/water, and all material facts.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Let them know you saw it on Old House Life!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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