NEW FLOORS INSTALLED THROUGHOUT! PICTURES NOT UPDATED, YOU HAVE TO SEE THEM! Welcome to your own private slice of Union County countryside! Situated on approximately 3.4 beautiful acres just minutes from downtown Monroe, this unique property offers the perfect combination of peaceful rural living, usable land, and endless possibilities. Surrounded by larger acreage tracts and open space, you'll enjoy the privacy, tranquility, and freedom that are becoming increasingly difficult to find. This spacious 3 bedroom, 3 bath, with bonus, home offers comfortable living space and provides plenty of room to relax, entertain, and enjoy everyday life. The inviting floor plan features generously sized living areas, abundant natural light, and the flexibility today's buyers are looking for. Whether you're hosting family gatherings, working from home, this home offers the space and comfort to fit a variety of lifestyles. Bring your animals, gardening dreams, outdoor hobbies, recreational equipment, or simply your desire for space and privacy. A fenced animal area is already in place, making this property an excellent fit for hobby farmers, homesteaders, or anyone who appreciates country living. Imagine starting your mornings with peaceful views of your acreage with fruit trees, spending weekends outdoors, and enjoying the serenity that comes with owning your own land. One of the standout features of this property is the impressive detached workshop. This versatile building offers tremendous potential and can easily serve as a workshop, hobby space, storage facility, home business location, studio, equipment storage area, or the ultimate project space. Whether you're a craftsman, mechanic, entrepreneur, collector, artist, or someone who simply needs additional room, this detached building creates opportunities that are hard to find in today's market. Additional outdoor improvements include a storage shed that adds even more functionality and convenience. The expansive grounds provide ample room for gardening, outdoor entertaining, recreational vehicles, equipment, future improvements, and countless other possibilities. With over three acres to enjoy, you'll have the flexibility to create the lifestyle you've always envisioned. The combination of open space, mature trees, and peaceful surroundings creates an atmosphere that feels like a retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The property's rural setting provides the privacy and quiet many buyers crave while still offering convenient access to shopping, dining, schools, medical facilities, and major transportation routes. Enjoy the best of both worlds, country living with the convenience of nearby amenities. Whether you're commuting to work, running errands, or enjoying a night out, you'll appreciate the accessibility this location provides. Properties that offer acreage, privacy, usable land, outbuildings, and this level of versatility are becoming increasingly rare in Union County. Whether you're searching for a primary residence, hobby farm, mini homestead, investment opportunity, or simply a place where you can enjoy a little more freedom and elbow room, this property checks all the boxes. Picture yourself enjoying evenings under the Carolina sky, tending a garden, caring for animals, working on projects in the workshop, or simply appreciating the peace and quiet that comes with owning acreage. If you've been dreaming of a property that offers space, privacy, functionality, and unlimited potential, 3003 Joe Griffin Road is ready to welcome you home. Come experience the lifestyle, freedom, and possibilities that make this Monroe property truly special. This is more than just a home—it's an opportunity to create the life you've always wanted. Septic permit is for 3 beds, this has a 4th bed/2nd primary suite added on. Listed as 3 bed due to permit. Fiber internet is being run to the home now. The new owner will have the option.
Single-familyProperty Type
1973Year Built
3.44 acresLot Size
$209Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Matthew Keefe• EXP Realty LLC Ballantyne
Contact: 704-989-2620
Bought with Joseph Amorelli• Better Homes and Garden Real Estate Paracle
Est. $1,769 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 3003 Joe Griffin Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4390560
Sep 30, 2026
Sold
$410,000
$209/sq ft
Sep 21, 2026
Pending
—
Sep 8, 2026
Contingent
—
Sep 6, 2026
Relisted
—
Aug 17, 2026
Contingent
—
Aug 2, 2026
Price Changed
$425,000
$217/sq ft
Jun 8, 2026
Listed
$445,000
$227/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3154954
Apr 29, 2016
Sold
$178,000
$91/sq ft
Mar 21, 2016
Contingent
—
Mar 10, 2016
Listed
$189,500
$97/sq ft
+18
True private country living on well maintained 3+ acre lot. Large great room perfect for entertaining. Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Spacious dining room with large window overlooking front of the property. Open family room w/ wood burning fireplace and insert. Deck overlooks beautiful relaxing setting. Detached building has space ready to be converted into a second living area. 1 car garage. Plenty of storage space. Shed on back of garage. A must see!
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2
Sep 23, 2014
Price Changed
$189,000
$96/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1
Jan 29, 2014
Price Changed
$205,000
$105/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 3, 2006
Sold
$222,000
$113/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 15, 2000
Sold
$134,000
$68/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 24, 1997
Sold
$107,000
$55/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 28, 1994
Sold
$82,000
$42/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,498 (+0.3%)
$71,900 + $227,400
$299,300
2025
$1,493 (−4.7%)
$71,900 + $227,400
$299,300
2024
$1,566 (+1.7%)
$71,900 + $227,400
$299,300
2023
$1,540
$29,900 + $204,500
$234,400
2022
$1,540 (−0.5%)
$29,900 + $204,500
$234,400
2021
$1,548 (+27.2%)
$29,900 + $204,500
$234,400
2020
$1,217 (+2.1%)
$27,400 + $122,000
$149,400
2019
$1,192
$27,400 + $122,000
$149,400
2018
$1,192 (−5.9%)
$27,400 + $122,000
$149,400
2017
$1,267 (+1.8%)
$27,400 + $122,000
$149,400
2016
$1,245 (+7.3%)
$27,400 + $122,000
$149,400
2015
$1,160 (−12.5%)
$27,400 + $122,000
$149,400
2014
$1,326 (+14.1%)
$26,960 + $134,070
$161,030
2013
$1,162
$26,960 + $134,070
$161,030
2012
$1,163 (−0.7%)
$26,960 + $134,070
$161,030
2011
$1,171
$26,960 + $134,070
$161,030
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
1
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.44 Acres
Year renovated
1973
Sq. Ft.
1,934
Year built
1973
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Union County
APN
04009003A
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 8, 2026.
RA-40
Residential-Agriculture-40 District
The RA-40 district is primarily intended to accommodate agriculture, agriculture-related uses, compatible agribusiness and rural business uses and low-density residential development (including most classes of manufactured housing units). The district is generally intended to apply in areas where central water and/or central sewer service is not widely available.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Other
Public service
Educational / school
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 1
Parking Features: Driveway, Detached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Main: 3
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Main: 3
# of Full Baths (Total): 3
Room 1 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 8 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 9 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 10 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 11 Information
Room Level: Main
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Family Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Heat Pump
Cooling Information: Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
Interior Features
Room Count: 11
Interior Features: Attic Stairs Pulldown
Window Features: Insulated Window(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Exhaust Hood, Microwave
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Brick Full
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Awning(s), Patio, Rear Porch
Fencing: Back Yard, Partial
Property Information
Development Status: Completed
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Shed(s), Workshop
Zoning: AF8
Zoning Specification: AF8
Lot Information
Lot Features: Orchard(s), Private, Wooded
Lot Size Area: 3.44
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Satellite Internet Available, Wired Internet Available, Other - See Remarks
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Unspecified
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Unspecified
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,934
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3.44 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: 1973
County: Union County
APN: 04009003A
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 8, 2026