Terrific 49.04 acre parcel for residential, recreational, or agricultural use. Excellent hunting and great potential for a homestead with plenty of room for horses!If you're looking for the perfect place to build your dream homestead, this might be the one you've been waiting for! The property features productive farmland as well as scenic wooded areas, making it an ideal layout for an equestrian property or a self-sustaining homestead. There's plenty of room for livestock, crop production, and recreational activities. Thinking about building a barndominium with space to store all your recreational equipment? Look no further! This property also offers the opportunity to create your own ATV trails and enjoy outdoor activities such as hunting. Deer, turkey, and bear all call this area home. Whether you're interested in planting food plots for wildlife or growing your own food, there's ample space to bring your vision to life. For those looking for seclusion with easy access to key cities this property is an ideal choice. Located just 20 minutes from Suffolk, VA, and 45 minutes to Chesapeake, making an easy commute for those working in the area. Norfolk International Airport and Virginia Beach are both less than 60 minutes away. There are many opportunities for outdoor recreation in the area. Merchants Mill Pond State Park is only 15 minutes away and is a great place to kayak, hike and even camp. Nearby Dismal State Park, encompassing 480,000 acres is close by as well. ''Dismal Swamp State Park is the largest remaining swamp in the eastern United States. This area features unique and abundant plant life and wildlife, as well as a rich cultural history that intertwines with George Washington, the Underground Railroad, and Prohibition. The 22-mile Dismal Swamp Canal is a popular paddling destination and hosts the annual Paddle for the Border event. '' The park offer miles of hiking, biking and paddling for those who enjoy the outdoors. The Outer Banks are close enough that they are easily accessible for beach outings and to enjoy the attractions and food the area is well-known for. For more information on this property or other properites in Gates County please contact listing agent. https://www. ncparks. gov/state-parks/dismal-swamp-state-park https://www. ncparks. gov/state-parks/merchants-millpond-state-park
Vacant landProperty Type
49.04 acresLot Size
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Listed by John Perez• Mossy Oak Properties Land And Farms Realty
Bought with John Perez• Mossy Oak Properties Land And Farms Realty
Bought with Billy Mcowen McOwen• Mossy Oak Properties Land And Farms Realty
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Market trends in 27926, NC
Last updated August 2026
Sale-to-List Price
97.2%
+0.6% MoM
Median sale price
$325K
$26K MoM
Avg. days on market
109d
32 days MoM
Recently sold homes
3
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Sale history for 230 Middle Swamp Rd
Date
Event
Price
Hive MLS #100489153
Aug 6, 2025
Sold
$227,000
Jun 16, 2025
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Jun 8, 2025
Relisted
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May 8, 2025
Relisted
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Apr 10, 2025
Relisted
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Feb 15, 2025
Listed
$229,900
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Last updated by owner on Feb 15, 2025.
Property details
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: None
Property Features
Other Structures: None
Property Information
Property Type: Land
Property Sub Type: Agriculture
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Agriculture
Current Use: Agricultural, Vacant, Timber
Land Information
Topography: Cleared/Partial,Level,Wooded
Lot Information
Lot Features: Open Lot, Level, Farm, Pasture, Wooded
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: City Street, State Road
Lot Size : 49.04
Lot Size Area: 49.04
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 49.04
Zoning: A-1
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $204.03
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Available
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Amenities: None
Schools Information
Elementary School: Other
Middle Or Junior School: Central Middle
High School: Gates County High
Location Information
Directions: Take HWY 158 east to Middle Swamp Road. Take Middle Swamp Road orth about 2.1 miles. Property is on the right and is located behind 969 Middle Swamp Road.
Subdivision Name: Not In Subdivision
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Style: Vacant Land
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County: Gates County
APN: 10-01398
Home facts updated by county records on Feb 15, 2025
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Coastal Plains Association of Realtors
Around this home
Schools
T S Cooper Elementary
Public K-5 • Assigned • 5.9mi
5/10
Central Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.5mi
4/10
Gates County Senior High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.1mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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In this area, properties receive around 9.4 hours in
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