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261 Cherrybirch Lane, Zebulon, NC, 27597

3beds
3baths
2,544sqft
$459,900
$181price/sqft
$2,982/moest. monthly cost
$119,280/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to 261 Cherrybirch Lane, a beautifully crafted modern farmhouse offering the perfect blend of style, efficiency, and thoughtful upgrades throughout. This spacious home features a first-floor master suite with a trayed ceiling, a large walk-in closet with custom wooden shelving, and a spa-inspired bath showcasing a frameless glass walk-in shower, tiled to the ceiling, quartz vanity tops, and comfort-height fixtures. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms, a dedicated study, and a generously sized rec room, creating ideal spaces for work, play, and relaxation. The heart of the home is the gourmet kitchen, complete with LG stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, a breakfast bar, under-cabinet lighting, a pantry with wooden shelving, and a smart island outlet with USB and wireless charging. The open living area features a vaulted ceiling and a smart WiFi-enabled electric fireplace, perfect for cozy evenings. Enjoy energy-efficient living with upgrades including a smart thermostat, 15.2 SEER2 heat pump, LED lighting, and multiple USB-integrated power features. Additional highlights include LVP flooring with pet-scratch warranty, designer light fixtures, an electronic front door lock, and ceiling fans in the living room and main bedroom. Relax outdoors on the screened-in back porch overlooking the wooded rear of the 1.35-acre lot, bordered by a natural branch for added privacy and charm. A two-car garage with a smart WiFi Genie operator completes this exceptional home.

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
19
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

9/10
Thanksgiving ElementaryGrades PK-53.6 mi
5/10
Archer Lodge MiddleGrades 6-83.6 mi
6/10

Construction

Condition

  • New construction: Yes
  • Year built: 2026

Materials

  • Foundation: Combination
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Vinyl Siding,Wood Frame

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Built-In Microwave,Dishwasher,Electric Range
  • Laundry features: Laundry Room

Bedroom2

  • Level: Second

Bedroom3

  • Level: Second

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Bonus Room

  • Level: Second

Dining Room

  • Level: First

Family Room

  • Level: First

Features

  • Walk-in Closet(s),Tray Ceiling(s),Entrance Foyer,Kitchen Island,Ceiling Fan(s),Pantry,Walk-in Shower,Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Flooring: LVT/LVP,Carpet

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Electric,Forced Air,Heat Pump
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,544
  • Total interior livable area: 2,544 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: First

Master Bedroom

  • Level: First

Office

  • Level: Second

Utility Room

  • Level: First

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 270100649380
  • Zoning: RA
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Patio & porch: Covered,Porch,Screened,Front Porch
  • Fencing: None
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: See Remarks
  • Frontage type: See Remarks
  • Living area range: 2400 - 2599

Lot

  • Lot size: 1.35 Acres
  • Features: Landscaped
  • Lot size dimensions: 110 x 70 x 266 x 37 x 82 x 113 x 26 x 269

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Garage7
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherVery High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Drought
    DroughtModerate
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Hurricane
    HurricaneModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Winter Weather
Lightning
Tornado
Cold Wave
Drought
Hail
Hurricane
Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Strong Wind

FEMA Declared Disasters in Johnston County and North Carolina

Flood
Hurricane
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Tropical Depression
Tropical Storm
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,325$27,900
Home Insurance *$176$2,112
Property Taxes $245$2,940
Electricity $236$2,843
Total$2,982$35,784
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$102,240/yr
40% on housing$89,460/yr
45% on housing$79,520/yr

North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs

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NCIUA - Coastal Property Insurance Pool (CPIP)

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Current Policies
Residential: 235,990Commercial: 10,165
Total Premiums$278.20M
Total Exposure$57.33B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.2%
8.2%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.0%
4.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 0.6%
0.6%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$181This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 27597$185
Johnston County$163

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 27597$180
Johnston County$184

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-03-10Listed for sale$469,900

New Construction

AgentJackie Robertson
BrokerageJackie Robertson Team, Inc.

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