Discover this enchanting home, a true haven with inviting porches and a stunning deck, set on nearly four sprawling acres that offer both tranquility and privacy. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by elegant formal living areas adorned with rich hardwood floors that exude warmth and charm. The expansive kitchen is a chef's dream, boasting generous storage, a delightful breakfast bar, and sliding doors that open up to the deck—perfect for entertaining or enjoying peaceful mornings outdoors. The cozy den features a gas fireplace, creating an inviting atmosphere for relaxing evenings. Completing the downstairs are a versatile secondary bedroom and a full bath, along with a convenient laundry room located off the garage. Venture upstairs to find your private retreat—the primary bedroom offers a serene en suite bathroom, while two additional bedrooms and a full bath. Ample storage space ensures you have room for everything you need, including a walk-in attic. This exceptional home also includes a finished room over the two-car garage giving an additional 728ft of entertainment space, a reliable whole-house generator, a newly installed dehumidifier and vaper barrier. Located in the charming Elliott-Coke Tract neighborhood, this property is conveniently situated just moments away from downtown Edenton and only 30 miles from Elizabeth City, making it easily accessible.
Single-familyProperty Type
1987Year Built
3.87 acresLot Size
$126Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Becky A. Cooper• Inner Banks Real Estate Group, Inc.
Bought with Curtis Godfrey• Iron Valley Real Estate Elizabeth City
Est. $3,704 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 428 Old Hertford Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Hive MLS #100540812
Mar 20, 2026
Sold
$440,000
$126/sq ft
Dec 11, 2025
Contingent
—
Dec 10, 2025
Pending
—
Nov 12, 2025
Listed
$440,000
$126/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 17, 2021
Sold
$345,000
$99/sq ft
OBMLS #114251
Jun 17, 2021
Sold
$349,000
$100/sq ft
May 7, 2021
Listed
$324,900
$93/sq ft
+31
Get ready for the good life in Edenton! Enjoy living in this well-maintained, beautiful Lowcountry home with welcoming porches & new deck on almost 4 acres. Downstairs has formal living areas with hardwood floors; large kitchen with cabinets (and ship lap) galore, breakfast bar & sliders out to the deck; den with gas fireplace, secondary bedroom & full bath; laundry room with full bath right off garage. Upstairs is the primary bedroom with en suite; two bedrooms; full bath & storage space. FROG over 2 car garage, Whole-house generator & new gas pack(11/20). Mature landscaping and blueberry bushes from the family farm. Spend your evenings entertaining on the deck or avoid the mosquitos in the screened-in porch off the den. If that doesn't appeal to you take advantage of all that downtown Edenton has to offer in dining and entertainment. House is conveniently located near downtown Edenton, Chowan Hospital and only 30 miles to Elizabeth City. No HOA.
Hive MLS #8103787
Jun 17, 2021
Sold
$349,000
$100/sq ft
May 7, 2021
Listed
$324,900
$93/sq ft
+31
Beautiful Lowcountry home with welcoming porches & new deck on almost4 acres, allowing for privacy while conveniently located near downtownEdenton, Chowan Hospital, & only 30 miles to Elizabeth City. Downstairs has formal living areas with hardwood floors; large kitchen with so much storage, breakfast bar & sliders out to the deck; den with gas fireplace, secondary bedroom & full bath; laundry room with full bath right off garage. Upstairs is the primary bedroom with en suite; two bedrooms; full bath & storage space. FROG over 2 car garage, Whole-house generator, new gas pack & home warranty, Neighborhood - Elliott-Coke Tract
Appliances: Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas Log
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 9
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch, Screened
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Fencing: None
Roof: Composition
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 2764
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Brick Veneer, Frame
Foundation Details: Raised
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Road Frontage Type: City Street, State Road
Lot Size : 3.87
Lot Size Dimensions: 210 x 149 x 90.45 x 508.7 x 159 x 537.97
Lot Size Area: 3.87
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 3.87
Zoning: R20
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Water Connected
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: White Oak/D F Walker
Middle Or Junior School: Chowan Middle
High School: John A. Holmes High
Location Information
Directions: From Elizabeth City; Highway 17 South, left at Shannonhouse Road, left on North Broad Street. Left on Old Hertford Road, home is on the left with sign in the yard.
Subdivision Name: Elijah W Tate
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,256
Stories: 1.75
Lot Size: 1.01 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: 1987
County: Chowan County
APN: 781500351485
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 23, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Albemarle Area Association of REALTORS
Around this home
Schools
White Oak Elementary
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 7.1mi
Chowan Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 11.4mi
4/10
John A Holmes High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
3/10
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Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 50-62% chance 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
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
99% 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 9.3 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$474,000 – $574,000
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