Charming 3 bed/2 bath unique farmhouse style home. Originally built in 1901. Sits on 5 acres of land plus a wired workshop (measures about 42ft by 28 ft), 2 older pole barns, and a grape arbor. There are 2 screened porches, one located on the front of the house and the other on the side. Huge wood stove by the kitchen/dining area. Kitchen has a range/oven, dishwasher, dark wood countertops and white cabinets. Hall bathroom has a clawfoot freestanding tub with vinyl black and white flooring. A rustic metal spiral staircase leads to a finished attic, which is not included in the square footage of the home. It has a small porch off the attic floor. Metal roof on home and laundry room. Large deck located on side of home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1901Year Built
5 acresLot Size
$171Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Art Ricks• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties
Bought with Corinthia Lopes• Century 21 Coastal Advantage
Bought with Carol Tripp-Stephens• Tusing Realty Group
Wow! What a wonderful home on 5 acres. This property is waiting for the kids and horses. There is a huge building behind the home and in the back are horse barn stalls. This home has much to offer. Back porch and an enclosed porch. Living room, dining room and a family room. Downstairs are two bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Upstairs is a bedroom and a sitting room. This is country living at its best.
Hive MLS #30432478
Sep 13, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Apr 22, 2009
Listed
$125,000
$79/sq ft
Hive MLS #30322492
Apr 16, 2004
Sold
$143,000
$90/sq ft
Nov 4, 2003
Listed
$154,900
$98/sq ft
Hive MLS #30314926
Sep 14, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Apr 14, 2003
Listed
$275,000
$173/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$885
$45,000 + $28,655
$73,655
2024
$885
$45,000 + $28,655
$73,655
2023
$885 (+5.8%)
$45,000 + $28,655
$73,655
2022
$837
$45,000 + $28,655
$73,655
2021
$837
$45,000 + $28,655
$73,655
2020
$837
$45,000 + $28,655
$73,655
2019
$837 (−5.4%)
$45,000 + $28,655
$73,655
2018
$884
$44,480 + $33,128
$77,608
2017
$884 (+0.8%)
$44,480 + $33,128
$77,608
2016
$877 (+3,273.1%)
$44,480 + $33,128
$77,608
2015
$26 (−96.2%)
$44,480 + $33,128
$77,608
2014
$685
$44,480 + $33,128
$77,608
Tax history for 871 Watha Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$885
$45,000 + $28,655
$73,655
2024
$885
$45,000 + $28,655
$73,655
2023
$885 (+5.8%)
$45,000 + $28,655
$73,655
2022
$837
$45,000 + $28,655
$73,655
2021
$837
$45,000 + $28,655
$73,655
2020
$837
$45,000 + $28,655
$73,655
2019
$837 (−5.4%)
$45,000 + $28,655
$73,655
2018
$884
$44,480 + $33,128
$77,608
2017
$884 (+0.8%)
$44,480 + $33,128
$77,608
2016
$877 (+3,273.1%)
$44,480 + $33,128
$77,608
2015
$26 (−96.2%)
$44,480 + $33,128
$77,608
2014
$685
$44,480 + $33,128
$77,608
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5 Acres
Year renovated
1950
Sq. Ft.
1,874
Year built
1901
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Pender County
APN
3312-09-5990-0000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 1
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump
Interior Features
Interior Features: Master Downstairs
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Appliances: Electric Oven, Dishwasher
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl
Fireplace Features: None
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 6
Basement Details: None, Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Porch, Screened
Fencing: None
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1587
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Property Features
Accessibility Features: Accessible Full Bath
Other Structures: Barn(s), Storage, Workshop
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size : 5
Lot Size Dimensions: 331 x 556 x 136 x 202 x 216 x 636
Lot Size Area: 5
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 5
Zoning: RA
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $830.73
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Private Sewer
Location
HOA Information
Association Amenities: None
Location Information
Directions: From College Road, merge onto I-40 W. Stay on I-40 W for 30 miles, then take exit 390 onto US-117 towards Wallace. After taking exit 390, in .2 miles turn left onto US-117 toward Wallace, I-40 Alt. In .3 miles turn left onto Johnson Nursery Rd. In 1.3 miles, turn left onto Watha Road, and in 1.9 miles 871 Watha Rd will be on your right.
Subdivision Name: Not In Subdivision
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,874
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1901
Year Renovated: 1950
County: Pender County
APN: 3312-09-5990-0000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
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Schools
Penderlea Elementary School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 4.6mi
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Pender High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.9mi
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0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 106° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
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92% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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$259,000 – $313,000
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