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Property Description
Experience waterfront living at its finest at 262 Ainsley Drive in Cove Grove Estates. Situated on a .827 acre lot along the Perquimans River, this beautifully maintained brick home offers panoramic water views, peaceful privacy, and stunning sunsets with minimal light pollution for incredible star filled nights. Built in 2000, the home offers 3,132 square feet plus 584 square feet of partially finished basement space with access through the oversized attached 3 car garage. Designed to capture the setting, a majority of the rooms enjoy picturesque river views. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the private pier complete with boat lift, Swinger jet ski lift, and paddleboard or kayak launch for easy waterfront recreation. A sunroom and patio provide ideal spaces to relax or entertain while taking in the views. Inside, the welcoming foyer opens to the formal dining room and spacious living room featuring prefinished hardwood floors, an electric fireplace, and sliding glass doors with views through the sunroom to the river beyond. The kitchen features tile flooring, solid surface countertops, center island, gas cooktop, electric wall oven, built in microwave, dishwasher, pantry, tile backsplash, and custom pull out cabinet shelving designed for easy access and organization. The primary suite is a private retreat with tray ceiling, gorgeous water views, walk in closet, double vanity, soaking tub, and walk in shower. A guest bedroom and dedicated office share a full bath and both offer generous closet space. Just off the kitchen, the laundry room includes a deep sink and built in ironing board, while multiple linen and hall closets provide excellent storage. Upstairs, an additional private suite offers space for a sitting area, walk in closet, and full bath with walk in shower. Additional features include 9 foot ceilings, Andersen windows, roof replaced in 2021, water heater 2019, HVAC systems 2022 and 2013, and not located in a flood zone. Washer, dryer, refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, and microwave convey. Low annual HOA dues of $225. Rare opportunity to own a private waterfront retreat with exceptional views and direct river access.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 262 Ainsley Rd
General
- Price: $850,000
- HOA FEE: $19/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $3,171 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2253
- MLS ID: 100572634
- Updated: 5/13/2026
- Added to Site: 4 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 9
- Interior Features: Master Downstairs, Walk-in Closet(s), High Ceilings, Solid Surface, Generator Plug, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Basement, Blinds/Shades, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Electric Oven, Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Living Area
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Maintenance Common Areas
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Workshop in Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener
Location
- County: Perquimans
- Subdivision: Cove Grove Estates
- Driving Directions: From US 17, Turn onto Old Neck Rd, Turn right onto Matthew Acres Rd, Turn left onto Ainsley Rd, Home is on the right.
School Information
- Elementary School: Perquimans Central/Hertford Grammar
- Middle School: Perquimans County Middle School
- High School: Perquimans County High School
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: Cove Grove HOA
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Propane, Gas Pack, Fireplace(s), Electric, Heat Pump
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: County Water
- Utility Description: Fiber Optic, High Speed Internet
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Wood Frame, Stick Built
- Construction: Brick Veneer, Wood Frame
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Square Feet: 3,132
- Year Built: 2000
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.83
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 36,024
- Lot Dimensions: See Plat
- Frontage: Maintained, City Street, State Road
- Lot Features: Boat Lift, Bulkhead, Pier
- Zoning: RA-25
- Fencing (Description): None
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Pier, Boat Lift, Bulkhead
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $271.39
- Association Fee: $225
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Assessment Amount: $609,900
- Tax Amount: $3,171.48
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Legal Description: Lot 7 Sect 1 of Cove Grove Estates
- Property ID: 5-D051-0007-Cge
- Lot Number: 7
Listed by Taylor Mueller Realty, Inc., Travis and Jessica James Team
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Schools
Schools serving 262 Ainsley Rd
School District:Perquimans County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Perquimans Central 181 Winfall Blvd, Winfall, NC 27985 | PK-2 | 3.1 mi |
Hertford Grammar 603 Dobbs Street, Hertford, NC 27944 | 3-5 | 3.1 mi |
Perquimans County Middle 312 W Main Street, Winfall, NC 27985 | 6-8 | 3.9 mi |
Perquimans County High 305 South Edenton Road Street, Hertford, NC 27944 | 9-12 | 2.8 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 262 Ainsley Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/09/2026
Listed
$850,000
-81.11%
MLS
2/26/2013
Sold
$4,500,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 262 Ainsley Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$3,507
13%
$596,000
—
2022
$3,116
—
$596,000
33%
2022
$3,116
—
$448,700
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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262 Ainsley Road, Hertford, NC 27944 (MLS# 100572634) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 262 Ainsley Road is currently listed for $850,000 and was received on May 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 262 Ainsley Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Hertford? You can browse all Hertford real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.