217 S Main Street, Roxboro, NC 27573 - Photo 1

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$687,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
5 Beds
4 Full Baths
5,467 Sq. Ft.
0.71 Acres

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Property Description

Beautiful Victorian home on the National Register of Historic Places is just waiting for her next owners to start her next chapter in history. The James A. And Laura Thompson Long house is a locally cherished home that was lovingly restored by its current owners in 2004 with many restorations/upgrades. This unique Queen Anne style home was built by James Anderson Long in 1896. Situated on a .71 acre lot, the home boasts 3 stories, 5.467 sq ft, 5 Bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It features decorative appliqued round towers with conical roofs topped with the original ornate lightning rods. There is an expansive front porch with Doric order columns just waiting or your porch swing!!. Exterior upgrades made in 2023 include new roof and exterior paint. Earlier upgrades include 3 HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical, kitchen, master suite, enclosed back porch, and carport. The interior has lots of original architectural features including a grand wooden staircase, 11 fireplaces, pocket doors, appliqued ceilings and ornate moldings. Centrally located in the heart of downtown, the home is within walking distance to shopping, restaurants, brewery, Kirby theater, Merritt Commons, local downtown events and parades. With some additional interior cosmetic restorations, this home can be a beautiful showplace for a primary residence, bed and breakfast, or potential Airbnb. Come experience the possibilities that this extraordinary home has to offer!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 217 S Main St

General

Sold For: $687,000
Taxes: $7,008
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: 2218
MLS ID: 10153549
Added to Site: 69 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 1
Interior Features: Dining L, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 11
Appliances: Electric Range, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 4
Full Bathrooms: 4

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 5

Other Rooms

Laundry: Main Level

Exterior

Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Private Yard, Rain Barrel/Cistern(s)
Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Front Porch

Parking

Carports: Yes
Carport Spaces: 1

Location

County: Person
Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
Driving Directions: From 501 heading north, turn right onto Main St. House on left next to post office. Driveway is on the left if you are facing the house and it is shared. Bear to the left when it splits. Do not block neighbor's driveway.
City Limits: Yes

School Information

Elementary School: Person - South
Middle School: Person - Southern
High School: Person - Person

Heating & Cooling

Air Conditioning: Yes
Cooling Type: Heat Pump, Multi Units
Heating Type: Gas Pack, Heat Pump, Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utility Description: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Victorian
Structure Type: House
Exterior Const.: Clapboard
Roof: Shingle
Stories/Levels: 3
Building Size: 5467
Square Feet: 5,467
Finished Above Grnd: 5,467 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1896

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.71
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 30,927.6
Street/Road Desc.: Paved
Fence: Yes
Lot Features: Front Yard, Level
Fencing (Description): Back Yard, Chain Link

Financial Considerations

Tax Amount: $7,008.37

Disclosures and Reports

Special Conditions: Standard
Property ID: 14 31

Listed by Fathom Realty NC, LLC, Cathy Lowery (919) 869-5825
Sold by Long & Foster Real Estate INC/Brier Creek, Thomas Daniel Butler

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Schools

Schools serving 217 S Main St

School District:Person County Schools

Name	Grades	Distance
South Elementary, Roxboro, NC 1333 Hurdle Mills Road, Roxboro, NC 27573	K-5	1.2 mi
Southern Middle, Roxboro, NC 209 Southern Middle School Road, Roxboro, NC 27573	6-8	1 mi
Person High School 1010 Ridge Road, Roxboro, NC 27573	9-12	1.3 mi

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Price & Sales History for 217 S Main St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

4/28/2026

Sold

$687,000

-1.72%

MLS

3/18/2026

Listed

$699,000

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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.

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