* * Pre-Sale Opportunity * * Be apart of the transformation, make the selections and own the finished product! This home has exquisite charm near downtown Smithfield. On 1.53 acres with a backyard oasis, this home boasts a ton of potential. Plans have been drawn with licensed GC. Home will be renovated down to the studs and enhanced with new siding, roof, MEP, etc. Renovations have not yet been started. Reach out for more information. Seller is licensed real estate agent.
1.53 Acre Lot in Smithfield gives plenty of S-p-a-c-e for your summer garden and cook-outs! So Much Potential here! Bring your Vision Alive! Features include: Wrap-a-round porch, Wood floors, cedar closet, Classic Knotty Pine paneling and cabinetry, Laundry room w/ sink and cabinets. Main Living areas, Two bedrooms, 1.5 baths downstairs and 2 bedrooms, bonus space and 1 full bath upstairs. Gas water heater is newer. Fireplace chimney has been sealed and is no longer in use. Shingled roof is believed to be past it's lifespan. Natural gas heat and central air downstairs. Baseboard and wall heaters upstairs. No central air upstairs. Window unit used. Tax amount based on previous tax value. New rates to be determined by July 1.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,093 (−1.5%)
$80,330 + $241,820
$322,150
2025
$3,140 (+52.0%)
$81,930 + $241,820
$323,750
2024
$2,066 (−1.6%)
$50,610 + $116,020
$166,630
2023
$2,100 (−3.1%)
$50,610 + $116,020
$166,630
2022
$2,166
$50,610 + $116,020
$166,630
2021
$2,166 (−2.3%)
$50,610 + $116,020
$166,630
2020
$2,216
$50,610 + $116,020
$166,630
2019
$2,216 (+17.7%)
$50,610 + $116,020
$166,630
2018
$1,883
$35,660 + $103,850
$139,510
2017
$1,883
$35,660 + $103,850
$139,510
2016
$1,883
$35,660 + $103,850
$139,510
2014
$1,883
$35,660 + $103,850
$139,510
2013
$1,883
$35,660 + $103,850
$139,510
2012
$1,883
$35,660 + $103,850
$139,510
2011
$1,883
$35,660 + $103,850
$139,510
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1.5 Acres
Year renovated
1995
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,404
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,404
Year built
1957
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Johnston County
APN
15087022
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
R-10
Single-Family Residential District
The purpose of this district is to provide areas for conventional single-family neighborhoods. The regulations of this district are intended to discourage any use which, because of its character, would substantially interfere with the development of residences and which would be detrimental to the quiet residential nature of the areas included within this district.
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
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Smithfield, NC • 27577
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Sun exposure
99/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.5 hrs
7 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 705 Wilsons Mills Rd
$953,651
$46K under list price of $1.00M
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