1520 Old Barbour Rd, Benson, NC, 27504
About This Home
Why pay rent when you can own? This cozy and cute brick home in the desirable McGee's Crossroads community offers the perfect opportunity to stop renting and start building equity. Inside, you will find a charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom layout complete with modern updates. The property is ideally situated for an easy commute, providing quick convenience to I-40, Highway 50, and Highway 210. You will not want to leave home once you step into the easy-to-maintain backyard, which is fully equipped for ultimate relaxation and entertainment. The outdoor space features a large above-ground pool, a hot tub, BBQ area, a swing, and hammock stand nestled among mature hardwood and fruit trees. Additionally, the property includes several sheds that provide ample storage space. This Home Sweet Home is waiting for you and is being sold as-is.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Materials
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Refrigerator
- Laundry features: Laundry Closet
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood,Vinyl
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,271
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: None
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,271
- Total interior livable area: 1,271 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 07F06053G
- Zoning: AR
- Special condition: Seller Licensed Real Estate Professional
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: Above Ground,Outdoor Pool
- Patio & porch: Covered,Porch
- Exterior features: Outdoor Grill
- Fencing: Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Rural
Lot
- Lot size: 1.38 Acres
- Features: Back Yard,Front Yard,Many Trees
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
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Drought
- Hail
- Hurricane
- Heat Wave
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Johnston County and North Carolina
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,357 | $16,284 |
| Home Insurance * | $108 | $1,296 |
| Property Taxes | $138 | $1,656 |
| Electricity | $200 | $2,405 |
| Total | $1,803 | $21,636 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs
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.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-03 | Listed for sale | $268,500 |
| 2026-07-30 | Sold | $312,500 |
| 2019-06-19 | Sold | $268,000 |
| 2014-04-16 | Listing removed | $700 |
| 2014-04-04 | Listed for rent | $700 |
| 2012-01-28 | Listing removed | $650 |
| 2012-01-13 | Price change | $650 |
| 2011-12-22 | Price change | $695 |
| 2011-12-06 | Listed for rent | $750 |
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