A rare chance to own a piece of History! This charming home is a historical gem! You'll be greeted by tall architectural columns, 9 course common bond brick exterior and take a step back in time as you enter the original part of the home that was constructed in the 1870s. Over the years home has undergone various updates and Renovations while retaining its historical charm! There are 4 original fireplaces (Not in service) A den opening to the living room with original French doors. Vintage hardwood floors throughout. Lovely pindles on the front stairs leading to the upstairs rooms Plus a set of staff stairs in the back of the house leading to another large room. Kitchen has lots of cabinets and a cute breakfast nook! Appliances convey. Many modern updates include vinyl replacement windows, updated electric panels and meter box, light fixtures, and lots of fresh paint. Enjoy country living while still having all the conveniences of the city nearby. Home is on a 1.1 acre level lot.
Single-familyProperty Type
1921Year Built
1.1 acresLot Size
$125Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Michelle Epley• Southern Key Realty
Bought with Eddie Longbottom• Tri County Real Estate
Est. $1,583 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 268 Rural Retreat Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Jun 29, 2026
Sold
$278,000
$124/sq ft
Triad MLS #1222932
Jun 29, 2026
Sold
$280,000
$125/sq ft
Jun 26, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 9, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 4, 2026
Listed
$269,000
$120/sq ft
Triad MLS #925596
Jul 29, 2019
Sold
$180,000
$81/sq ft
Jul 10, 2019
Pending
—
Jun 17, 2019
Contingent
—
Jun 9, 2019
Price Changed
$169,900
$76/sq ft
May 13, 2019
Relisted
—
Apr 28, 2019
Delisted
—
Apr 14, 2019
Price Changed
$177,900
$80/sq ft
Mar 28, 2019
Listed
$187,900
$84/sq ft
+12
AS-IS Sale. This Property will be sold subject to a Restriction of no Manufactured or Mobile homes. This is a lovely home. The front part of the home was built in the late 1800's and the back part was built in the early 1900's. It sits on over 5 beautiful acres.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,578 (+0.4%)
$73,250 + $165,790
$239,040
2024
$1,572
$73,250 + $165,790
$239,040
2023
$1,572
$73,250 + $165,790
$239,040
2022
$1,572 (+4.3%)
$73,250 + $165,790
$239,040
2021
$1,507 (+20.8%)
$73,250 + $165,790
$239,040
2020
$1,247 (+45.7%)
$73,250 + $124,570
$197,820
2019
$856
$73,250 + $125,720
$198,970
2018
$856 (+14.8%)
$73,250 + $125,720
$198,970
2017
$745
$58,770 + $125,720
$184,490
2016
$745 (−33.9%)
$58,770 + $125,720
$184,490
2014
$1,127
$54,550 + $121,640
$176,190
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
529 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5.14 Acres
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
2,464
Year built
1921
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Davidson County
APN
1300700000017
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2026.
RA-3
Rural Agricultural District
The intent of these Rural Agricultural Districts is to provide for rural non-farm and farm operations, where soil types, topography, lot size and related factors are appropriate. Long term solutions to sanitary sewage disposal shall be individual septic tanks or equivalent methods. The mix of uses shall recognize that agricultural is an important land use in these districts. Mobile homes are permitted as single family dwellings on individual lots, subject to varying location controls.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Equestrian facility
Community / recreation center
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Office
Public service
Educational/school
Golf related
Housing-Mobile home park
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 0
Parking Features: Driveway
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (1/2): 0
Basement Information
Basement YN: No
Basement: Cellar
Room Information
# of Rooms: 9
Room 1
Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12ft 9in x 18ft 2in
Room 2
Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 17ft 0in x 14ft 3in
Room 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 17ft 7in x 14ft 3in
Room 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 14ft 2in x 18ft 2in
Room 5
Type: Breakfast
Level: Main
Dimensions: 6ft 9in x 8ft 4in
Room 6
Type: Den
Level: Main
Dimensions: 16ft 1in x 11ft 7in
Room 7
Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10ft 11in x 14ft 3in
Room 8
Level: Second
Dimensions: 16ft 8in x 14ft 3in
Room 9
Level: Second
Dimensions: 16ft 11in x 10ft 4in
Interior Features
Attic Description: Access Only
Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Garden
Fencing: None
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Guest House Information
No
Lot Information
Lot Features: Dead End, Level
Lot Size Acres: 1.1
Land Information
Land Description: Dead End, Level
Water Source: Public
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Stick/Site Built
Structure Type: House
Built Information: Existing
Year Built: 1921
# of Fireplaces: 4
Fireplace Features: Den, Dining Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Appliances: Electric Water Heater
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Building Information
Building Area Total: 2,236
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Brick
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,578
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Heater: Electric
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Wall Furnace, Oil
Heating Fuel: Oil
Location
HOA Information
Association: Winston-Salem
Association YN: No
School / Neighborhood
Elementary School: Midway
Middle Or Junior School: Oak Grove
High School: Oak Grove
Additional School Info Zone: Verify with School board
Location Details
Directions: Old Highway 52 N to Gumtree Road . Turn Right. Go to Old Thomasville Road. Turn R. Go to Rural Retreat Rd. Turn Left. Home will be on Right.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,464
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5.14 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1921
Year Renovated: 1990
County: Davidson County
APN: 1300700000017
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2026
Around this home
0/100 Car-Dependent3/100 Somewhat bikeable
Schools
Places
Transit
Midway Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.1mi
5/10
Oak Grove Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.9mi
5/10
Oak Grove High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.7mi
6/10
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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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
11% 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
Winston Salem, NC • 27107
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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53
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69
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75
51
76
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61
70
49
63
41
51
31
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Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
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Oct
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Sun exposure
60/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
6.5 hrs
4.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$280,000 – $339,000
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