Full of charm and possibility, this home offers incredible potential to create a space that truly reflects your vision. This timeless single-level brick rancher with an attached two-car carport features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,599 sq ft of living space. Inside you'll find original hardwoods in much of the living area, a butler's pantry, a den with a wood-burning fireplace, an open kitchen and living area which is perfect for preparing meals while still interacting with family or friends, and a bright sunroom warmed by its own wood-burning stove. All of this sits on 1.68 acres with no HOA, offering plenty of room too spread out. If that wasn't enough, the home also includes a detached garage and workshop with a full apartment above, perfect for guests, family, or rental income. Outside, you'll find an established garden area with grapevines just waiting for spring, vibrant rose bushes, and graceful holly trees, plus plenty of leftover green space for activities on the days its too nice to stay indoors. Conveniently located 12 minutes from Roxboro, 20 minutes from North Durham, 24 minutes from Hillsborough, and within walking distance to Helena Elementary School, this home offers easy access to work, restaurants, and shopping, while still enjoying the peace and space of country living. Recent updates provide peace of mind, including a new roof on the home in 2021, a new roof and siding on the detached garage and apartment in 2023, and a new hot water heater in the apartment installed in 2025. With its inviting layout, generous acreage, and flexible living options, this home is ready for your personal touch. Come see the potential and the charm for yourself.
Single-familyProperty Type
1953Year Built
1.68 acresLot Size
$184Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Charles Franklin• West & Woodall Real Estate - D
Bought with Lea Christofferson• Nest Realty of the Triangle
Est. $2,722 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 171 Helena Moriah Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
TMLS #10136716
Jul 10, 2026
Sold
$295,000
$184/sq ft
Jun 6, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 29, 2026
Price Changed
$329,900
$206/sq ft
Apr 4, 2026
Relisted
—
Jan 3, 2026
Pending
—
Dec 10, 2025
Listed
$339,900
$213/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 16, 2021
Sold
$242,000
$151/sq ft
TMLS #2382181
Jul 15, 2021
Sold
$241,900
$151/sq ft
Jul 15, 2021
Sold
$241,900
$151/sq ft
Jun 14, 2021
Pending
—
May 12, 2021
Contingent
—
May 5, 2021
Listed
$234,900
$147/sq ft
May 5, 2021
Listed
$234,900
$147/sq ft
+17
Brick ranch home, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 1.645 acres. Two car carport, garden area. Detached garage with one bedroom apartment over garage with 1 bath, separate driveway entrance
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,072 (+72.5%)
$36,072 + $270,551
$306,623
2024
$1,201 (+0.2%)
$36,072 + $270,551
$306,623
2023
$1,199 (+0.3%)
$30,000 + $123,149
$153,149
2022
$1,195 (+3.0%)
$30,000 + $123,149
$153,149
2021
$1,161 (+7.0%)
$30,000 + $123,149
$153,149
2020
$1,085 (−1.3%)
$30,000 + $123,149
$153,149
2019
$1,100 (+6.6%)
$30,000 + $113,045
$143,045
2018
$1,032 (+1.4%)
$30,000 + $113,045
$143,045
2017
$1,017
$30,000 + $113,045
$143,045
2016
$1,017
$30,000 + $113,045
$143,045
2015
$1,017
$30,000 + $113,045
$143,045
2014
$1,017
$30,000 + $113,045
$143,045
2013
$1,017 (+1.5%)
$30,000 + $113,045
$143,045
2012
$1,002
$30,000 + $113,045
$143,045
2011
$1,002
$20,000 + $123,172
$143,172
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.23 Acres
Year renovated
1985
Sq. Ft.
1,567
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Person County
APN
A64 21
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 12, 2026.
B1
Highway Commercial Business District
The purpose of this district shall be to provide for commercial and light industrial development which operate in a relative quiet, clean and non-noxious manner.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Carport: Yes
Carport Spaces: 2
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Open Parking: Yes
Open Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Concrete, Gravel, Paved, Workshop in Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Interior Features
Appliances: Built-In Electric Oven, Built-In Electric Range, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wall Oven, Washer
Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Septic Connected, Water Connected
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Yes
Heating Information: Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling: Yes
Cooling Information: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
Location Information
County Or Parish: Person
Directions: Head North on 501, take a right hand turn on Helena Moriah Rd, 171 Helena Moriah will be the first house on the left hand side of the road after passing the Century Link building.
Latitude: 36.284457
Longitude: -78.954965
Postal Code: 27583
Road Frontage Type: State Road
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Community Information
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,567
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.23 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: 1985
County: Person County
APN: A64 21
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 12, 2026
Other
hidden custom fields
Laundry Closet, Lower Level
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2026-07-11
Documents Change Timestamp: 2025-12-11T22:40:17Z
Photos Change Timestamp: 2025-12-11T04:09:57Z
Price Change Timestamp: 2026-04-30T01:50:05Z
Listing Price Information
Previous List Price: 339900.0
Around this home
Schools
Helena Elementary
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
8/10
Southern Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.8mi
8/10
Person High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.9mi
3/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% 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
Timberlake, NC • 27583
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.7 hrs
6.5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$351,000 – $425,000
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