$1,500,000
SOLD JAN 2, 2026

226 John Smith Rd Columbus, NC 28722

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,894 Sq Ft
20 Acres

Recently Sold

$518 Per Sq Ft

24% Below List Price

202 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Equestrian Center
  • Open Floorplan
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Converted Barn or Barndominium
  • Deck
  • Wooded Lot

About This Home

As of January 2026

This desirable horse facility w/ deeded CETA trails is located in the heart of horse country in Polk County & close to Tryon! Barndominium with center aisle barn includes eight 12x12 stalls, wash stall, fly spray system, a dedicated tack room for boarders, and a separate owner's tack room w/ full bath & laundry all on the main level. The upper level reveals a breathtaking 3BR/2BA ~2900sqft owner's home. Soaring ceilings and an elegant open floor plan await you. A second barn complements the main barn. It has 4 additional stalls (convertible into broodmare stalls), 3 wash racks, a dry-grooming area, tack room, tool room, blanket storage, shavings storage room, hay storage room, and an office/break room that could easily be converted into a small apartment. Covered large dressage arena, plus a 100x200 outdoor arena & lunge ring perfect for hunter/jumpers. Eight paddocks with dividing lanes. RV pad w/ septic hook-up. Entire perimeter is fenced. 6.4 miles to TIEC!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Laura Peek

Gasperson-Peek Realty Brokerage Email: gaspersonpeek.laura@gmail.com License #207813 Listed on: 03/19/2025

Co-Listed By

Ray Gasperson

Gasperson-Peek Realty Brokerage Email: gaspersonpeek.laura@gmail.com License #224296

Last Buyer's Agent

Lane Robbat

Ivester Jackson Blackstream License #198662

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 2000

Lot Details

  • Front Green Space
  • Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Cleared Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned AR5

Parking

  • Circular Driveway

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wired For Data
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Propane Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Storage

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Down Draft Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outbuilding

Schools

  • Polk Central Elementary School
  • Polk Middle School
  • Polk High School

Farming

  • Converted Barn or Barndominium
  • Machine Shed
  • Pasture

Horse Facilities and Amenities

  • Equestrian Center
  • Wash Rack
  • Paddocks
  • Tack Room
  • Trailer Storage
  • Hay Storage
  • Shaving Bin
  • Round Pen
  • Covered Arena
  • Stables
  • Arena
  • Riding Trail

Utilities

  • Heat Pump System
  • Propane
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number P108-125

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 2000

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Barndominium, Contemporary
  • Year Built: 2000
  • Restrictions: Manufactured Home Not Allowed,Modular Not Allowed,Short Term Rental Allowed,Square Feet
  • Restrictions Description: See DB 255/263
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Ratio CurrentPrice/TotalPropertyHLA: 518.31
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Attribution Contact: gaspersonpeek.laura@gmail.com
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Whirlpool
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 294
  • Third Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 2600
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Down Draft, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2894
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Unvented, Propane
  • Living Area: 2894
  • Window Features: Insulated Window(s)
  • Bedroom Main: 0

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Fence
  • New Construction: No
  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Construction Type: Vinyl, Wood
  • Other Structures: Barn(s), Hay Storage, Outbuilding, Tractor Shed
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck

Garage/Parking

  • Main Level Garage YN: 0
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Driveway

Utilities

  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, Upper Level
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Propane, Underground Power Lines, Wired Internet Available
  • Water Source: County Water, Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Polk
  • HOA Subject To: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Cleared, Green Area, Level, Pasture, Wooded
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: P108-125
  • Plat Book Slide: D/570
  • Plat Reference Section Pages: D/570
  • Horse Amenities: Arena, Arena covered, Barn, Boarding Facilities, Equestrian Facilities, Hay Storage, Horses Allowed, Paddocks, Pasture, Riding Trail, Round Pen, Shaving Bin, Stable(s), Tack Room, Trailer Storage, Wash Rack
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Specification: AR5

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Polk Central
  • High School: Polk

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 13, 2006
Sold by
Walsh Joseph E and Walsh Susan M
Bought by
Penny Willa Kemper

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Outstanding Balance
$238,943
Interest Rate
6.31%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,047,035

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 12, 2002
Bought by
Penney Willa Kemper

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 5, 2001
Bought by
Penney Willa Kemper

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 25, 1999
Bought by
Penney Willa Kemper

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 31, 1997
Bought by
Penney Willa Kemper
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $548,500 None Available
Deed $435,000 --
Deed $390,000 --
Deed $106,000 --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $417,000 New Conventional
Closed $417,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/02/2026 01/02/26 Sold $1,500,000 -13.0% $518 / Sq Ft
10/07/2025 10/07/25 Pending -- -- --
08/25/2025 08/25/25 Price Changed $1,725,000 -12.7% $596 / Sq Ft
03/19/2025 03/19/25 For Sale $1,975,000 -- $682 / Sq Ft
Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $5,001 $941,148 $329,500 $611,648
2024 $4,704 $725,713 $220,000 $505,713
2023 $4,632 $725,713 $220,000 $505,713
2022 $4,521 $725,713 $220,000 $505,713
2021 $4,376 $725,713 $220,000 $505,713
2020 $3,818 $596,690 $220,000 $376,690
2019 $3,818 $596,690 $220,000 $376,690
2018 $3,579 $596,690 $220,000 $376,690
2017 $3,460 $510,596 $101,000 $409,596
2016 $3,004 $510,596 $101,000 $409,596
2015 $2,829 $0 $0 $0
2014 $2,829 $0 $0 $0
2013 -- $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

MLS Number: 4235483

Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

APN: P108-125