226 John Smith Rd, Columbus, NC 28722
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SOLD
JAN 2, 2026

226 John Smith Rd
Columbus, NC 28722

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,894 sqft (on 20 acres)

$1,500,000

Last Sold: Jan 2, 2026
13% below list $1.73M
$518/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $7,679/mo*
Refinance Your Home

$1,500,000

Last Sold: Jan 2, 2026
13% below list $1.73M
$518/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $7,679/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,894 sqft
(on 20 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
2000
Lot Size
20 acres
Living Area
2,894 sqft
Price/Sqft
$518/sqft
Parking
Open Parking

About this House

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!
226 John Smith Rd, Columbus, NC 28722 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,894 sqft single-family home built in 2000. It last sold for $1,500,000 on Jan 2, 2026 (13% below the $1,725,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,508,000, with a rent estimate of $2,638/month.

Home Details for 226 John Smith Rd

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom S, Bathroom Full, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Office
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2894 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Propane, Underground Power Lines, Wired Internet AvailableAppliances: Dishwasher, Down Draft, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Tankless Water Heater, WasherDishwasherDryerLaundry: Main Level,Upper LevelMicrowaveWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Heat PumpHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Heat PumpHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Gas Unvented, Propane
Gas & Electric
Has Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Insulated WindowsFlooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
View
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Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: MetalPatio / Porch: DeckFencing: FencedOther Structures: Barn(s), Hay Storage, Outbuilding, Shed(s)Foundation: Slab
Parking & Garage
Other Parking: Secondary barn has areas that could be converted into garage space if desired.No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: Circular Driveway,Driveway
Frontage
Responsible for Road Maintenance: Publicly Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Installed
Farm & Range
Horse Amenities: Arena, Arena covered, Barn, Boarding Facilities, Equestrian Facilities, Hay Storage, Paddocks, Pasture, Riding Trail, Round Pen, Shaving Bin, Stable(s), Tack Room, Trailer Storage, Wash Rack
Surface & Elevation
Elevation: 1000 FeetElevation: 1000Elevation Units: Feet
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2894 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 202

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2000
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Barndominium,Contemporary
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl, WoodNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: P108125

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,725,000Price Per Sqft: $518/sqft

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Location

Direction & Address
City: ColumbusCommunity: None
School Information
Elementary School: Polk CentralJr High / Middle School: PolkHigh School: Polk

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2894 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

Lot Information

Lot Area: 20 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 4235483Attribution Contact: gaspersonpeek.laura@gmail.comAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 2894
Last check for updates: 1 day ago
Listed by Laura Peek
Gasperson-Peek Realty
Ray Gasperson
Gasperson-Peek Realty
Bought with: Lane Robbat, (828) 817-4663, Ivester Jackson Blackstream
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#4235483

Price History for 226 John Smith Rd

DatePriceEventSource
01/02/2026$1,500,000Sold
Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4235483
11/23/2025$1,725,000PendingCanopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4235483
08/25/2025$1,725,000PriceChange
Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4235483
03/19/2025$1,975,000Listed For SaleCanopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4235483
04/13/2006$548,500Sold
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Market trends in Columbus

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$5,036
Assessment$941,148
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 226 John Smith Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
609 Green Creek Dr, Columbus, NC
1.01
Single-Family Home
$850,000
09/12/25
3
2
1,899
2458 Green Creek Dr, Columbus, NC
1.55
Single-Family Home
$600,000
10/02/25
2
4
3,317
156 Eagle Nest Rd, Columbus, NC
1.09
Single-Family Home
$300,000
01/21/26
3
2
1,757
241 Pine Field Dr, Tryon, NC
1.84
Single-Family Home
$675,000
02/06/26
4
2.5
3,175
650 McDowell Rd, Columbus, NC
1.81
Single-Family Home
$799,900
04/23/26
3
3
3,702
102 Uncle Coss Pond, Columbus, NC
2.01
Single-Family Home
$1,800,000
02/18/26
4
4.5
4,901

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What Locals Say about Columbus

At least 17 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 95 % Say parking is easy

  • 95 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 86 % Say car is needed

  • 82 % Say there's wildlife

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 68 % Say kids play outside

  • 67 % Say it's quiet

  • 67 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 59 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 57 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 55 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 44 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 44 % Say there are community events

  • 29 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 17 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 17 % Say there are sidewalks

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    "Not many cars and lots of woods. We have a long street nearby with no houses on it yet. Amazing views of the surrounding mountains."
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    "People for the most part keep to themselves.There is a bike race every October that gives us a chance to meet and greet fellow residents while we spectate."
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    "Nestled in the mountains and very cozy. Lots of friendly neighbors. Absolutely nothing to do within a 30 minute radius."
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    "I use to drive down I-26 everyday to Spartanburg, but retired last May. Taking real estate class in Hendersonville about 25 minute drive "
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    "Great neighbors, extremely safe, quiet, wooded with views of the mountains, & close to all shopping needs. GREAT SPOT!"
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    "I don't like it. People are looking down on each other. I was born and raised in Centerville Indiana. I moved to Landrum when I was 23. "
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