Nestled in the heart of Hickory, this one-of-a-kind equestrian estate offers the perfect fusion of historic charm and modern luxury. The fully renovated main home features structural upgrades, 2017 roof, updated electrical (2025), plumbing, HVAC, insulation, and energy-efficient windows. Enjoy marble bathrooms, custom kitchen with Wolf range, Cafe; appliances, marble counters, and brand new white oak hardwood floors. The 3rd-floor attic adds finished flex space with storage and engineered wood floors. The main floor & second-floor primary suites include spa-like bathrooms with Waterworks fixtures. Entertain in the bar/rec room with a wood stove, soapstone bar, and brick floors. The fully finished guesthouse features 1BR/1BA, vaulted ceilings, luxury finishes, and no-step access. Outdoor living includes a 20x40 saltwater pool and expansive equestrian facilities: 15 covered outdoor stalls, 6 indoor stalls, tack rooms, riding arena, round pen, paddocks, and a 2BR/1BA caretaker apartment.
Single-familyProperty Type
1850Year Built
9.4 acresLot Size
$234Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Andrew Christie• Atlantic Sothebys Int'l Realty
Listed by Hunter Nowell• Atlantic Sothebys Int'l Realty
Est. $3,332 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 2652 Benefit Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
REINMLS #10619163
Mar 17, 2026
Sold
$1,500,000
$234/sq ft
Feb 5, 2026
Listed
$1,495,000
$234/sq ft
REINMLS #10587386
Feb 6, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Aug 6, 2025
Price Changed
$1,595,000
$249/sq ft
Jul 22, 2025
Price Changed
$1,695,000
$265/sq ft
Jul 14, 2025
Price Changed
$1,745,000
$273/sq ft
Jun 16, 2025
Listed
$1,795,000
$280/sq ft
REINMLS #10226379
Dec 31, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Nov 2, 2018
Listed
$899,000
$140/sq ft
REINMLS #10205942
Nov 2, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Jul 11, 2018
Listed
$899,000
$140/sq ft
REINMLS #10186860
Jul 11, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Apr 9, 2018
Listed
$899,000
$140/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 19, 2009
Sold
$542,000
$85/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,311 (+3.9%)
$289,400 + $790,700
$1,080,100
2024
$9,924 (+10.1%)
$269,400 + $782,400
$1,051,800
2023
$9,011 (+10.8%)
$239,400 + $753,300
$992,700
2022
$8,135 (+3.8%)
$219,400 + $669,300
$888,700
2021
$7,833 (+2.1%)
$198,000 + $610,600
$808,600
2020
$7,673 (+55.0%)
$198,000 + $594,200
$792,200
2019
$4,951 (+3.9%)
$173,400 + $330,900
$504,300
2018
$4,763 (−0.2%)
$173,400 + $330,900
$504,300
2017
$4,772 (−0.2%)
$167,000 + $315,100
$482,100
2015
$4,782 (+0.9%)
$167,000 + $315,100
$482,100
2014
$4,738 (+1.4%)
$167,000 + $315,100
$482,100
2013
$4,674 (+1.3%)
$167,000 + $315,100
$482,100
2012
$4,616
$167,000 + $315,100
$482,100
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9.4 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,749
Year built
1850
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Chesapeake
APN
0940000000371
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.
A-1
Agricultural District
This district is created primarily for the protection of the agricultural industry and rural section of the city from the invasion of urban and suburban uses and to preserve agricultural lands, forest lands and open space in the interest of the health, safety and welfare of the community. This district is not intended for major residential development; therefore, residential development and subdivisions for residential purposes in the A-1 agricultural district are prohibited except for minor subdivisions, as that term is defined in section 3-403 of this ordinance, preservation divisions, as that term is defined in section 10-201 of this ordinance, and conditional cluster developments approved in accordance with section 6-2200 et seq. of this ordinance.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Equestrian facility
Livestock production
Community / recreation center
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Library
Police station
Communications tower
Agriculture-Cropland
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Garage Det 2 Car, 4 Space, Off Street, Driveway Spc