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About this home
COUNTRY HOME ON 5 ACRES IN BOOMING JOHNSTON COUNTY NC. 45 MINUTES FROM RALEIGH, NC AND ONLY 20 MINUTES TO SMITHFIELD AND CLAYTON. DUE TO ITS LOCATION ON NC HWY 42, WE BELIEVE THE HIGHEST AND BEST USE IS COMMERCIAL OR MIXED USE.
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1948
- Lot
- 5.11 acres
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- County
- Johnston
- Price per sq ft
- $269
- Stories
- 1
- Construction
- Brick, Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof
- Composition
- Foundation
- Brick/Mortar, Crawl Space
- Water
- Well
- Property tax
- $1,304 / year (2026)
- Listed
- May 18, 2026
- MLS #
- 100574754
Features
Inside
- Master Downstairs
- High Ceilings
- Whirlpool
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Walk-in Shower
- Blinds/Shades
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Gas Log
- LVT/LVP
- Carpet
- Hardwood
- Electric Oven
- Built-In Microwave
- Washer
- Dryer
- Dishwasher
Outside
- Open Lot
- Level
- Cleared
- Rectangular Lot
- Rural
- None
Community
- None
Parking
- Concrete
- On Site
- No Garage
- Parking Pad
Heating & cooling
- Propane
- Gas Pack
- Fireplace(s)
- Central Air
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Directions to 10581 E Nc 42 Highway
FROM CLAYTON, NC, TAKE NC HWY 42 EAST FOR APPROXIMATELY 12 MILES TO 10581 E. NC 42 HWY, MIDDLESEX, NC 27557. WATCH FOR SIGN (DIRECTLY ACROSS FROM ANTIOCH VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPT.)
Schools
- Elementary
- Glendale-Kenly Elementary School
- Middle
- North Johnston
- High
- North Johnston
As listed in the MLS. School assignments can change — confirm with the district for this address.
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About 10581 E Nc 42 Highway
10581 E Nc 42 Highway is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home of about 1,855 square feet, built in 1948, on 5.11 acres, Middlesex, Johnston County, NC 27557.
At $499,000, it's 49% above the median asking price ($333,900) of the 9 other 3-bedroom listings for sale in Middlesex today.
That's about $269 per square foot, compared with a Middlesex median asking price of $186 per square foot.
Across ZIP 27557, 37 3-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $300,000.
It has been on the market for 163 days.
Area figures are broad context from the MLS, not a valuation — they don't adjust for condition, lot, views or updates. Ask us for a true comparison.
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What's my home worth? →Questions about 10581 E Nc 42 Highway
How much is 10581 E Nc 42 Highway?
10581 E Nc 42 Highway is listed at $499,000 (about $269 per square foot) as of October 27, 2026. Status: for sale.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 10581 E Nc 42 Highway have?
3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with about 1,855 square feet.
How long has 10581 E Nc 42 Highway been on the market?
163 days.
When was 10581 E Nc 42 Highway built?
1948.
Who is the listing broker for 10581 E Nc 42 Highway?
Stone Auction & Realty (MLS #100574754). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.
Can I tour 10581 E Nc 42 Highway?
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