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Louisburg

Louisburg is a small town exuding southern charm. It’s located less than 40 miles away from the bustling Research Triangle and the cities of Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill. Despite its proximity to these urban centers, Louisburg offers residents and visitors a peaceful lifestyle and easy access to world-class education, shopping, cultural treasures, and entertainment. This unique balance of rural tranquility and urban convenience makes Louisburg a gem worth visiting.

History

Louisburg was named in honor of King Louis XVI of France. The town played a vital role as a business hub for Franklin County, particularly in agri-business. It served as the primary marketplace for cash crops such as cotton, wheat, and tobacco, which led to an economic boom. This attracted diverse professionals, including merchants, doctors, attorneys, artisans, and wealthy families seeking promising opportunities. These demographic shifts fueled the development of robust social and religious organizations that remain vibrant and influential in the community today.

Things to Do

Explore the DeHart Botanical Gardens at Louisburg College, a peaceful haven where you can immerse in nature and admire a diverse range of plant life. Spend quality time outdoors at The Owens Recreational Park. This park offers a range of leisure activities, including fishing ponds, canoe access, a disc golf course, nature trails, and picnic shelters. Enjoy the annual First Fruits Farm Balloon Festival, which takes place over Memorial Day weekend. This event is a treat for the senses, with a spectacular display of hot air balloons soaring high into the sky.

Communities

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Grandiflora

Single-Family Homes in Louisburg, from the $600s

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Green Hill

Single-Family Homes in Louisburg, from the $300s

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Lake Royale

Single-Family Homes in Louisburg, from the mid $300s

Available Homes

117 Deer Cross Drive, Louisburg NC 27549
New 50 images $400,000 View home

Lake Royale

117 Deer Cross Drive, Louisburg NC 27549

3 bd / 2.5 ba / 2,281 sqft

Status: Active, MLS #10066618 Courtesy of Coldwell Banker HPW.
212 Rawhide Drive, Louisburg NC 27549
New 42 images $435,000 View home

Lake Royale

212 Rawhide Drive, Louisburg NC 27549

3 bd / 2.5 ba / 2,186 sqft

Status: Active, MLS #10066620 Courtesy of Coldwell Banker HPW.
235 Sequoia Drive, Louisburg NC 27549
New 51 images $369,900 View home

Lake Royale

235 Sequoia Drive, Louisburg NC 27549

3 bd / 2 ba / 1,773 sqft

Status: Active, MLS #10066121 Courtesy of Coldwell Banker HPW.
123 Wichita Way, Louisburg NC 27549
New 62 images $400,000 View home

Lake Royale

123 Wichita Way, Louisburg NC 27549

3 bd / 2.5 ba / 2,077 sqft

Status: Active, MLS #10066119 Courtesy of Coldwell Banker HPW.

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