Main House - 7886 Nc 222, Fountain, NC 27829
Sunroom - 7886 Nc 222, Fountain, NC 27829
Kitchen - 7886 Nc 222, Fountain, NC 27829
Den - 7886 Nc 222, Fountain, NC 27829
Den - 7886 Nc 222, Fountain, NC 27829
Dining Room - 7886 Nc 222, Fountain, NC 27829
Bedroom - 7886 Nc 222, Fountain, NC 27829
Office/Bedroom 2 - 7886 Nc 222, Fountain, NC 27829
Bathroom - 7886 Nc 222, Fountain, NC 27829
Bathroom - 7886 Nc 222, Fountain, NC 27829
Laundry - 7886 Nc 222, Fountain, NC 27829
Old Country Store/Guest House - 7886 Nc 222, Fountain, NC 27829
Bedroom - 7886 Nc 222, Fountain, NC 27829
Den - 7886 Nc 222, Fountain, NC 27829
Kitchen - 7886 Nc 222, Fountain, NC 27829
Bathroom - 7886 Nc 222, Fountain, NC 27829
Bedroom 2/Office - 7886 Nc 222, Fountain, NC 27829
Single Family Residence at 7886 Nc 222, Fountain, NC 27829, photo 18 of 21
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Barn - 7886 Nc 222, Fountain, NC 27829
Single Wide Mobile Home - 7886 Nc 222, Fountain, NC 27829
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$240,000

7886 Nc 222, Fountain, NC 27829
Fountain, NC 27829
Listed by Kevin Lee · Lee and Harrell Real Estate Professionals
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2
Living area
1,780 sqft
Year built
1935

About this home

Discover one of the most truly unique properties to hit the market--a charming 3.166-acre homestead offering endless possibilities across three separate parcels. Parcel 1 welcomes you with over an acre of thin woods, beautifully dotted with mature azalea bushes. This serene, natural buffer provides privacy and a picturesque boundary along the left side of the property--perfect for nature lovers or anyone seeking a peaceful retreat. At the heart of the property, Parcel 2 features a quaint single-family home just under 1,000 square feet. Full of character, this cozy residence includes 1 bedroom with the potential for a second bedroom or dedicated office space. The layout offers a warm and inviting sunroom, den, dining area, kitchen, and a full bath--ideal for comfortable everyday living as a primary residence with charm and flexibility. Parcel 3 is where this property truly stands apart. Rich with opportunity, it includes a former country store that has been thoughtfully converted into a 2-bedroom apartment complete with a kitchen, living room, and full bath. In addition, you'll find a spacious barn with excellent storage, with an oversized carport with room for at least two vehicles. Whether you're looking for a smart investment opportunity with two potential income-producing units or envisioning a private multi-generational compound, this property delivers unmatched versatility. Surrounded by peaceful countryside and ideally located with convenient access to Wilson, Rocky Mount, and Greenville, this one-of-a-kind homestead blends rural beauty with practical accessibility. Opportunities like this don't come around often--come experience the possibilities for yourself.

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS
Hive MLS
MLS #
100566417
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
Not In Subdivision
Status
Active
Days on market
160
On market date
May 26, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
2
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
3.17 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.

Elementary
H B Sugg Elementary
7.77 mi away · Grades -1-2
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
2.6
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: D (2025)
Enrollment
378
Student:teacher ratio
12.6:1
District
Pitt County Schools
Middle
Farmville Middle
7.93 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
2.3
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: D (2025)
Enrollment
692
Student:teacher ratio
16.1:1
District
Pitt County Schools
High
Farmville Central High
8.08 mi away · Grades 9-12
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.0
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
793
Student:teacher ratio
17.2:1
District
Pitt County Schools

Walkability

Blended score for Fountain's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). EPA National Walkability Index only -- nearby-amenity data not cached yet for this area.

16
Very car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
3.2 / 20 -- Least walkable

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$48,000 down
$192,000 loan
Principal & interest$1,245
Property tax (est.)$200
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Hive MLS via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated August 19, 2026.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.