

$440,000
About this home
If you've been dreaming of wide-open spaces, peaceful surroundings, and a home with room for everyone and everything, this Branchwood property deserves a closer look. Nestled on approximately 3 private acres surrounded by mature hardwoods, this unique residence offers the kind of setting where mornings begin with birdsong and evenings end under a canopy of Carolina skies. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the home features a spacious layout with multiple gathering areas and flexible spaces to fit a variety of lifestyles. The main-level owner's retreat provides a comfortable escape, while a nearby office offers the perfect work-from-home setup, reading room, or hobby space. The living room is filled with character, featuring soaring ceilings and a stunning brick fireplace that creates a warm and inviting atmosphere. The kitchen and breakfast area serve as the hub of the home, offering plenty of space for preparing meals, gathering with family, or hosting holiday celebrations. A formal dining room adds an extra touch of elegance for special occasions. Step outside to the covered porch and enjoy the beauty of your private backyard sanctuary. Whether you're sipping coffee, watching wildlife wander through the trees, or simply enjoying the quiet, this outdoor space invites you to slow down and appreciate the surroundings. Upstairs, you'll find additional bedrooms full of charm and personality, along with a spacious flex area that offers endless possibilities. One of the home's most unique features is the private suite above the garage, complete with its own kitchenette, full bathroom, walk-in closet, and separate stairway entrance. It's an ideal setup for extended family, long-term guests, a private office, creative studio, or recreation space. Need room for vehicles, equipment, projects, or toys? The oversized three-bay garage delivers exceptional storage and workspace options. Located in the desirable Branchwood community between Kinston and La Grange, you'll enjoy the tranquility of country living while remaining convenient to US-70, the Global TransPark, shopping, dining, and everyday necessities. With no HOA dues and no city taxes, this property offers the freedom, privacy, and lifestyle you've been searching for.
Highlights
Property details
- MLS #
- 100578427
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- Branchwood
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 128
- On market date
- June 2, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 3.5
- Garage spaces
- 3
- Parking spaces
- 3
- Lot size
- 2.98 acres
Location
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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 (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).
- Enrollment
- 498
- Student:teacher ratio
- 15.1:1
- District
- Lenoir County Public Schools
- Enrollment
- 513
- Student:teacher ratio
- 16.5:1
- District
- Lenoir County Public Schools
- Enrollment
- 207
- Student:teacher ratio
- 23.0:1
- District
- Lenoir County Public Schools
Walkability
Blended score for Kinston'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.
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Data source: Listing information provided by Hive MLS via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated 3 days ago.
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.






