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Property Description
Timeless beauty! Built in 1909, the Peterson-Bain-Howell house is nestled in the heart of the historic district. One of the most unique properties in Goldsboro, it offers a blend of Dutch influence with modern day upgrades. Fully renovated in 2021, it was carefully designed to keep the old charm intact while bringing many features up to date for a comfortable luxurious living. Outdoor upgrades: a new roof, new gutters/leaf guards, front porch ceiling replaced/fans installed, new exterior paint, new sewer/water lines from the street to the house, new asphalt driveway, new outdoor fireplace/brick wood fired pizza oven, new brick walkway, back porch flooring/steps recently replaced and painted, grassy area fully resodded, professional landscaping with custom lighting. New detached three bay garage with first bay featuring a sink with continuous hot water heater, as well as a mini split heat and air system. Interior upgrades: new paint/wallpaper, original hardwood floors fully refinished, new crown molding throughout, new gas logs on downstairs fireplaces, new tile flooring in mud/laundry room and upstairs bathroom, restored original tile floor in downstairs bathroom, original bathtubs and sinks professionally refinished, all new plumbing lines/fixtures, new continuous hot water heater, new or restored light fixtures, newly updated electrical wiring. Old butler's pantry is now a new pantry/second kitchen with the original kitchen sink, a second refrigerator and lots of storage. Custom main kitchen features wolf/subzero appliances, quartz countertops, undercabinet lighting/built in power outlets. Primary bedroom redesigned with a new master bathroom featuring marble flooring, dual sinks, walk in shower, clawfoot tub, separate water closet, separate dressing room, custom designed closet with new carpet, full length backlit mirror and wall safe. HVAC systems replaced 7 years ago. All appliances and front porch furniture shall convey to the new owner with accepted offer
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 704 Park Ave
General
- Sold For: $580,000
- Taxes: $4,081 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2253
- MLS ID: 100549987
- Added to Site: 106 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 9
- Interior Features: Master Downstairs, Walk-in Closet(s), High Ceilings, Mud Room, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-in Shower, Basement, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances: See Remarks, Sump Pump
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Wood, See Remarks
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Living Area
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: See Remarks
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Porch, See Remarks
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: See Remarks
Location
- County: Wayne
- Subdivision: None
- Driving Directions: From Goldsboro - Turn right off of US 70 and take Wayne Mem Drive/Wayne Community College Exit. Continue on Wayne Memorial Drive 1.3 miles and turn right onto Park Avenue. Property is then 800 feet on your left.
School Information
- High School District: Wayne County Public Schools
- Elementary School: North Drive
- Middle School: Dillard Middle
- High School: Goldsboro High School
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Electric, Heat Pump
Utilities
- Sewer: Municipal Sewer, City/Town
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Historic District
- Structure Type: Wood Frame, Stick Built
- Construction: Wood Frame
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished
- Roof: Composition
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Square Feet: 3,786
- Year Built: 1900
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.62
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 27,007
- Lot Dimensions: 130*202*135*205
- Frontage: City Street, State Road
- Lot Features: Level
- Zoning: R-16
- Fencing (Description): Other
Green Features
- Building Certification: None
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $169.02
- Assessment Amount: $387,010
- Tax Amount: $4,081.47
- Tax Year: 2023
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Legal Description: 704 Park Avenue
- Property ID: 12000034006003
Listed by Berkshire Hathaway Home Services McMillen & Associates Realty, Arnold Jones II
Sold by Wilkins & Lancaster Realty, LLC, Bennett Johnson
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Schools
Schools serving 704 Park Ave
School District:Wayne County Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
North Drive Elementary School 1108 North Drive, Goldsboro, NC 27530 | PK-2 | 1.3 mi |
Carver Heights Elementary School 411 Bunche Drive, Goldsboro, NC 27530 | 3-5 | 1.4 mi |
Dillard Middle School 1101 Devereaux Street, Goldsboro, NC 27530 | 6-8 | 1.3 mi |
Goldsboro High School 901 Beech Street, Goldsboro, NC 27530 | 9-12 | 0.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 704 Park Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/18/2026
Sold
$580,000
-9.36%
MLS
3/16/2026
Listed
$639,900
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
704 Park Avenue, Goldsboro, NC 27530 (MLS# 100549987) is a Single Family property that was sold at $580,000 on May 18, 2026. Want to learn more about 704 Park Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Goldsboro? You can browse all Goldsboro real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

