Historic House Listings

This is cute! Former schoolhouse! C. 1831. Over an acre in North Carolina. $180,000

January 10, 2026

This is cute! I love how there are names etched in the stairs! A lot of history with this property. This was originally a school that was built in 1831. It is located on 1.48 acres in Roper, North Carolina. This is about an hour to Nags Head, North Carolina. The house features a covered front porch, wood floors, baseboards, bead board, crown moulding and a large covered back porch. Three bedrooms, one bathroom and 2,140 square feet. $180,000

Contact Robin Hope Medlin with John Vesco: 252-422-0851

From the Zillow listing:

 

This charming 1831 Property has been a School House, Private residence and a boarding home for local contractors. This property has a rare blend of historic charm and modern comfort. Originally built as a School House and has thoughtfully been converted to a spacious residence. It sits on a beautifully landscaped 1.48 acres perfect for gardening, entertaining or simply sitting on the porch listening to the rain hit the tin roof. Th grand entryway and tall ceilings create an open and airy feel that reflects the homes original design. Comfortable and well proportioned spaces ideal for family life and entertaining. The large bedrooms are light filled with original details. The bathroom is exceptionally large with double showers, double vanities and double toilets. Much of the original hardware, wood floors and beadboard walls preserve the historical charm. Come walk through this home and feel the historical charm and let your imagination run wild with all the possibilities of the next phase of this one of a kind property.

 

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