288 S 5th St Aurora, NC 27806
Estimated payment $1,257/month
Highlights
- Hot Property
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Barn
- Corner Lot
- Covered Patio or Porch
About This Home
Welcome to your charming Eastern NC retreat! This solid brick 3-bedroom, 1-bath home at 288 S Fifth Street in Aurora offers the perfect blend of comfort, updates, and outdoor lifestyle. Featuring new flooring in the living room and bedrooms, and a new roof installed in 2024, this home is move-in ready and built to last. Start your mornings with coffee under the covered carport or relax on the inviting front porch, taking in the peaceful surroundings. Inside, you'll find an open kitchen and dining area highlighted by a beautiful bay window overlooking the backyard, bringing in natural light and warmth. Situated on approximately 3/4 of an acre, the beautifully manicured lawn offers plenty of space to enjoy, along with ample off-street parking. A large outbuilding with electricity provides the perfect setup for a workshop, storage, or hobby space. Love the outdoors? This location is a dream--just minutes from fishing, hunting, and boating, with the Aurora boat launch less than a mile away. Conveniently located 5 miles from Nutrien, 15 miles to Grantsboro and Bayboro, and only 12 miles to the ICW and Coast Guard Station. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, weekend getaway, or investment opportunity, this property checks all the boxes for easy coastal living.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,401
Year Built
- Built in 1966
Lot Details
- 33,541 Sq Ft Lot
- Property fronts a state road
- Corner Lot
Home Design
- Brick Veneer
- Architectural Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,233 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Blinds
- Living Room
- Dining Area
- Crawl Space
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Electric Oven
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Attic
- Attic Floors
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
Parking
- 1 Attached Carport Space
- Paved Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Separate Outdoor Workshop
- Outdoor Storage
Schools
- St. Helena Elementary School
- Beaufort Middle School
- Beaufort High School
Farming
- Barn
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heat Pump System
- Electric Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 6557-90-6949
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $1,597 | $158,282 | $17,117 | $141,165 |
| 2024 | $1,151 | $76,758 | $17,019 | $59,739 |
| 2023 | $1,136 | $76,758 | $17,019 | $59,739 |
| 2022 | $1,131 | $76,758 | $17,019 | $59,739 |
| 2021 | $1,126 | $76,758 | $17,019 | $59,739 |
| 2020 | $1,128 | $76,758 | $17,019 | $59,739 |
| 2019 | $1,118 | $76,758 | $17,019 | $59,739 |
| 2018 | $1,093 | $76,758 | $17,019 | $59,739 |
| 2017 | $1,101 | $86,927 | $17,019 | $69,908 |
| 2016 | $1,101 | $86,927 | $17,019 | $69,908 |
| 2015 | $1,029 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $1,029 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $86,927 | $17,019 | $69,908 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/14/2026 04/14/26 | For Sale | $215,000 | +53.6% | $174 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/25/2022 03/25/22 | Sold | $140,000 | +3.7% | $114 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 02/16/2022 02/16/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/12/2022 02/12/22 | For Sale | $135,000 | -- | $109 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $140,000 | Attorney Only | |
| Deed | $82,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $133,000 | Construction |
Source: Hive MLS
MLS Number: 100566923
APN: 6557-90-6949
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