Are yards well-kept in Middlesex, NC?

As of early 2026, 93% of users say yards are well-kept

Is a car needed in Middlesex, NC?

As of early 2026, 92% of users say car is needed

Does Middlesex, NC show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 80% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is parking easy in Middlesex, NC?

As of early 2026, 76% of users say parking is easy

Is Middlesex, NC quiet?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say it's quiet

Is there wildlife in Middlesex, NC?

As of early 2026, 61% of users say there's wildlife

Are neighbors friendly in Middlesex, NC?

As of early 2026, 57% of users say neighbors are friendly

Do kids play outside in Middlesex, NC?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say kids play outside

Is Middlesex, NC walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Do residents of Middlesex, NC plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 31% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is Middlesex, NC dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 30% of users say it's dog friendly

Would people walk alone at night in Middlesex, NC?

As of early 2026, 21% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are there community events in Middlesex, NC?

As of early 2026, 11% of users say there are community events

What is the price history for 1396 Barnes Rd?

1396 Barnes Rd in Middlesex, NC last sold for $185,000 in March 2019.

Is Middlesex a buyer's or seller's market?

Middlesex is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What do residents say about Middlesex?

Residents describe Middlesex, NC as well-kept, easy to park in, and quiet. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Middlesex, NC .

What are the closest schools to 1396 Barnes Rd?

The closest schools to 1396 Barnes Rd in Middlesex, NC are Archer Lodge Middle (rated 6/10), Corinth-Holders Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 8/10), Corinth-Holders High School (rated 7/10).

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1396 Barnes Rd
Middlesex, NC 27557

4 Beds
2,304 sqft (on 1.16 acres)

4 Beds

2,304 sqft

(on 1.16 acres)

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Property Type

Lot/Land

Year Built

2019

Lot Size

1.16 acres

Living Area

2,304 sqft

About this House

Beautiful private wooded lot. Close to Hwy 39 with proximity to Selma, Emit, Zebulon and down the road from Wilson and Buckhorn Dam and Reservoir. Bring your own builder! Johnston County water available. No deed restrictions known. No restrictive covenants known. Barnes Road is maintained by the state.

1396 Barnes Rd, Middlesex, NC 27557 is a 4 bedroom, 2,304 sqft lot/land built in 2019. It last sold for $185,000 on Mar 26, 2019. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,818/month.

Home Details for 1396 Barnes Rd

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: ElectricAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Electric
Interior Details Additional StorageStorage
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Other, Carpet

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: Built UpExterior: OtherFoundation Type: Piers

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 2019
Property Type / Style Property Type: Lot Land

Lot Information
Lot Area: 1.16 acres

Price History for 1396 Barnes Rd

Date	Price	Event	Source
03/26/2019	$185,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 03/26/2019 Contract Date 03/25/2019 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax $4
11/19/2018	$28,000	Sold	Doorify MLS #2213851
Recording Date 11/19/2018 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A

Market trends in Middlesex

Last updated June 2026

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year	2025
Tax	$1,949
Assessment	$306,940

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1396 Barnes Rd

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
1140 Barnes Rd #231, Middlesex, NC	0.24	Lot/Land	$218,000	10/07/25	3	2	1,188
1032 Barnes Rd #12, Middlesex, NC	0.36	Lot/Land	$120,000	06/24/26		-	-
State Highway 231, Middlesex, NC	0.41	Lot/Land	$55,000	01/23/26		-	-
628 Barnes Road, Middlesex, NC	0.81	Lot/Land	$220,000	07/07/26		-	-
3813 Peaceful Creek Trl, Zebulon, NC	1.83	Lot/Land	$190,000	12/31/25		-	-
3705 Joyful Creek Trl, Zebulon, NC	1.83	Lot/Land	$163,000	04/17/26		-	-
3704 Joyful Creek Trl, Zebulon, NC	1.83	Lot/Land	$881,500	08/26/25		-	-
44 Mossman Ct, Zebulon, NC	1.83	Lot/Land	$390,000	12/29/25		-	-
1261 Whitley Rd #5-B, Middlesex, NC	1.95	Lot/Land	$55,000	07/15/26		-	-
11376 International Dr, Middlesex, NC	2.08	Lot/Land	$397,000	03/02/26		-	-

Nearby homes

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OFF MARKET
State Highway 39 Off,
Middlesex, NC 27557
OFF MARKET
Est. $344,300
3 bd
2 ba
1,453 sqft
52 Trusting Ln,
Middlesex, NC 27557
SOLD
NOV 21, 2025
$310,000
3 bd
2 ba
1,382 sqft
46 Trusting Ln,
Middlesex, NC 27557
OFF MARKET
Est. $217,500
3 bd
2 ba
1,215 sqft
1140 Barnes Rd,
Middlesex, NC 27557
OFF MARKET
Lot 9485 4th Hwy N #C-39,
Middlesex, NC 27557
OFF MARKET
Lot 9485 Seven Nc Hwy #39,
Middlesex, NC 27557
SOLD
JUN 24, 2026
$120,000
1032 Barnes Rd #12,
Middlesex, NC 27557
OFF MARKET
Est. $284,400
3 bd
2 ba
1,350 sqft
139 His Way,
Middlesex, NC 27557
OFF MARKET
Est. $467,400
3 bd
2 ba
1,731 sqft
5725 State Highway 231,
Zebulon, NC 27597
OFF MARKET
Est. $324,100
3 bd
2 ba
1,362 sqft
15 Chester Ln,
Middlesex, NC 27557
OFF MARKET
Est. $323,900
3 bd
2 ba
1,362 sqft
25 Chester Ln,
Middlesex, NC 27557
OFF MARKET
Est. $252,700
3 bd
2 ba
1,620 sqft
6412 State Highway 231,
Middlesex, NC 27557

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Middlesex

At least 10 Trulia users voted on each feature.

93 % Say yards are well-kept
92 % Say car is needed
80 % Say there's holiday spirit
76 % Say parking is easy
67 % Say it's quiet
61 % Say there's wildlife
57 % Say neighbors are friendly
56 % Say kids play outside
33 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
31 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
30 % Say it's dog friendly
21 % Say people would walk alone at night
11 % Say there are community events

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Maegan D.
Resident
6y ago
"its out by the Boondocks. Tucked away from everything, but peace and quiet. Tons of trees and small roads. "
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Jo B.
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7y ago
"Good country neighborhood with good country people. Safe for kids to play outside. Great for livestock and pets. "
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Christina J.
Prev. Resident
7y ago
"Unless there is a wreck traffic is normally very light. It’s very back road country feel when driving here. No traffick as if you were driving in Raleigh nc"
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blindwarrior1952
13y ago
"We have lived here for 3+yrs and yes it has good and bad ,Local police refuse to shutdown corner drug dealer ,otherwise its good ,no major problems"
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Mom
14y ago
"Have lived in this area for 20+ years. Neighbors care about their properties. Very family oriented. Retirees walk the area. Rural and quiet."
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Apartments for Rent

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$1,500/mo
3 bd
2 ba
13037 N Carolina #96,
Zebulon, NC 27597
$1,100/mo
1 bd
1 ba
13675 N Carolina #97,
Zebulon, NC 27597
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Homes for sale near 1396 Barnes Rd

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1.02 ACRES
$73,000
257 Fairhaven Dr #14,
Zebulon, NC 27597
1.92 ACRES
$140,000
3 State Highway 231,
Zebulon, NC 27597
12.9 ACRES
$125,000
Address Not Disclosed,
Middlesex, NC 27557
3.52 ACRES
$160,000
1 State Highway 231,
Zebulon, NC 27597
3.94 ACRES
$250,000
1000 Richardson Rd,
Zebulon, NC 27597
10.02 ACRES
$204,900
9485 N Carolina #39-5,
Middlesex, NC 27557
109.89 ACRES
$2,197,880
13096 S State Highway 231 #13096,
Middlesex, NC 27557
109.89 ACRES
$2,197,880
13096 S Nc 231 Highway,
Middlesex, NC 27557
Stone Auction & Realty
$330,000
Eatmon Rd #WP001,
Zebulon, NC 27597
41.3 ACRES
$1,500,000
State Highway 96,
Zebulon, NC 27597
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Off Market Homes Near 1396 Barnes Rd

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SOLD
AUG 10, 2026
$333,792
3 bd
2 ba
1,382 sqft
9700 State Highway 39,
Middlesex, NC 27557
SOLD
AUG 7, 2026
$410,980
4 bd
3 ba
1,689 sqft
5251 N Carolina #231,
Zebulon, NC 27597
SOLD
AUG 6, 2026
$329,900
3 bd
2.5 ba
1,785 sqft
606 Springtooth Drive,
Zebulon, NC 27597
HomeTowne Realty
SOLD
AUG 6, 2026
$399,900
3 bd
2.5 ba
2,200 sqft
69 Zambezi Court,
Zebulon, NC 27597
HomeTowne Realty
SOLD
AUG 5, 2026
$473,900
4 bd
4 ba
2,593 sqft
243 Seahawk Way,
Zebulon, NC 27597
SOLD
AUG 3, 2026
$327,500
3 bd
2 ba
1,741 sqft
258 Northview Dr,
Middlesex, NC 27557
SOLD
JUL 31, 2026
$710,487
4 bd
3 ba
3,143 sqft
155 Sweetfern Ln,
Zebulon, NC 27597
SOLD
JUL 31, 2026
$539,203
4 bd
2.5 ba
2,421 sqft
322 Sweetfern Ln,
Zebulon, NC 27597
SOLD
JUL 31, 2026
$286,000
3 bd
2 ba
1,219 sqft
232 Bullseye Court,
Middlesex, NC 27557
HomeTowne Realty
SOLD
JUL 30, 2026
$255,000
3 bd
2 ba
1,052 sqft
116 Little River Dr,
Zebulon, NC 27597
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Frequently asked questions about 1396 Barnes Rd

What is the price history for 1396 Barnes Rd?
1396 Barnes Rd in Middlesex, NC last sold for $185,000 in March 2019.
Is Middlesex a buyer's or seller's market?
Middlesex is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What do residents say about Middlesex?
Residents describe Middlesex, NC as well-kept, easy to park in, and quiet. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Middlesex, NC.
What are the closest schools to 1396 Barnes Rd?
The closest schools to 1396 Barnes Rd in Middlesex, NC are Archer Lodge Middle (rated 6/10), Corinth-Holders Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 8/10), Corinth-Holders High School (rated 7/10).

1396 Barnes Rd
Middlesex, NC 27557