Perhaps the quintessential Downtown Southern Pines cottage? Enjoy a short walk to the Saturday Farmers Market, movies at the Sunrise Theatre and the locally owned and operated restaurants. The Campbell House with art exhibits, a playground, driving range and playing fields is just two and ½ blocks away! Across from that is The Weymouth Center for cultural events, enjoy the beautiful grounds and walk or run the Boyd Tract, keep your eye out for horses and riders! Inside the charming Foyer welcomes you to the Living Room with the bow window and a wood-burning fireplace surrounded by tasteful built-ins. Abundant windows and gleaming hardwood floors complete this room. Use the Sunroom as a spacious Dining Room or a Reading/Games Room, the three walls of windows, slate floor with central heat and air offer so many options. The well laid out kitchen with stainless steel appliances, including a gas stove, ample white cabinets and the hall pantry makes meal times enjoyable. The door to the deck calls for summertime BBQs! The eating area has two built benches and room for chairs around! The main floor Bedroom #1 has hardwood floors, an expansive bow window - which matches the one in the Living Room. Bedroom #2 also has hardwood floors and two windows. The bathroom was renovated with white tiles with dark accents, a stylish shower and a spacious countertop. Upstairs is a carpeted third bedroom, sitting area, nook, closet, and full bath. The basement can be accessed from the inside and also has an outside entrance. Great for storage. The washer and dryer remain with the house. Floor plans available. The property is tenanted, but end of May possession is possible.
Single-familyProperty Type
1942Year Built
0.47 acresLot Size
$312Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Mav Hankey• Everything Pines Partners LLC
Bought with Abe Saldana Jr.• Keller Williams Pinehurst
Absolutely charming 1940's slate roofed cottage in desirable Downtown Southern Pines! This 2 BR/2 BA home has been beautifully maintained, featuring beamed ceilings, crown molding and wide baseboards throughout. The living room showcases original hardwood floors and a wood-burning fireplace (easily converted to gas) with elegant French doors that open to the slate floored sun room. Both bedrooms on main floor. The upstairs features a full bath and large bonus room which could be used as a 3rd bedroom. Full basement w/ washer/dryer hookups and tons of room for storage. A mere 5 minute walk from popular downtown shops and restaurants. A RARE opportunity to own a piece of Southern Pines' history and charm!
Hive MLS #143652
Oct 6, 2011
Sold
$273,500
$143/sq ft
May 22, 2011
Listed
$315,000
$164/sq ft
+4
Charming cottage on a fabulous street in Downtown Southern Pines. Nestled on a treed lot, this slate roofed cottage is charming inside & out! Spacious living room with bow window, fireplace & hardwood floors. Carolina room can be a wonderful dining room, family room or place to unwind. The kitchen & breakfast room overlooks the deck & back yard. 2 bedrooms on the main floor & a full bath. Upstairs is the 3rd bedroom with full bath, open closet & sitting room- perfect for guests
Public Records
Jun 27, 2007
Sold
$255,000
$133/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,735 (−3.4%)
$172,370 + $271,730
$444,100
2024
$2,831 (−3.0%)
$172,370 + $271,730
$444,100
2023
$2,920 (−9.7%)
$172,370 + $271,730
$444,100
2022
$3,232 (−2.6%)
$157,840 + $191,570
$349,410
2021
$3,319 (−0.9%)
$157,840 + $191,570
$349,410
2020
$3,348
$157,840 + $191,570
$349,410
2019
$3,348 (+17.8%)
$157,840 + $191,570
$349,410
2018
$2,842 (+1.1%)
$152,840 + $161,210
$314,050
2017
$2,811 (+2.3%)
$152,840 + $161,210
$314,050
2016
$2,747 (+56.0%)
$152,840 + $161,210
$314,050
2014
$1,761
$70,950 + $135,110
$206,060
Tax history for 170 S Ridge St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,735 (−3.4%)
$172,370 + $271,730
$444,100
2024
$2,831 (−3.0%)
$172,370 + $271,730
$444,100
2023
$2,920 (−9.7%)
$172,370 + $271,730
$444,100
2022
$3,232 (−2.6%)
$157,840 + $191,570
$349,410
2021
$3,319 (−0.9%)
$157,840 + $191,570
$349,410
2020
$3,348
$157,840 + $191,570
$349,410
2019
$3,348 (+17.8%)
$157,840 + $191,570
$349,410
2018
$2,842 (+1.1%)
$152,840 + $161,210
$314,050
2017
$2,811 (+2.3%)
$152,840 + $161,210
$314,050
2016
$2,747 (+56.0%)
$152,840 + $161,210
$314,050
2014
$1,761
$70,950 + $135,110
$206,060
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.47 Acres
Year renovated
1995
Sq. Ft.
1,700
Year built
1944
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Moore County
APN
858110373098
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 8, 2026.
RS-1
Residential Single-Family District
The RS-1 is established as a district in which to allow primarily medium density Single-Family residential land uses (approximately 4.3 Dwelling Units per acre).; The regulations of this district are intended to: (1) Preserve existing Single-Family residential neighborhoods that have developed at a medium-density; and (2) Encourage new residential Development that is compatible with that in the existing neighborhoods.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Gravel
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas