171 Helena Moriah Road
Timberlake, NC 27583Full of charm and possibility, this home offers incredible potential to create a space that truly reflects your vision. This timeless single-level brick rancher with an attached two-car carport features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,599 sq ft of living space. Inside you'll find original hardwoods in much of the living area, a butler's pantry, a den with a wood-burning fireplace, an open kitchen and living area which is perfect for preparing meals while still interacting with family or friends, and a bright sunroom warmed by its own wood-burning stove. All of this sits on 1.68 acres with no HOA, offering plenty of room too spread out. If that wasn't enough, the home also includes a detached garage and workshop with a full apartment above, perfect for guests, family, or rental income. Outside, you'll find an established garden area with grapevines just waiting for spring, vibrant rose bushes, and graceful holly trees, plus plenty of leftover green space for activities on the days its too nice to stay indoors. Conveniently located 12 minutes from Roxboro, 20 minutes from North Durham, 24 minutes from Hillsborough, and within walking distance to Helena Elementary School, this home offers easy access to work, restaurants, and shopping, while still enjoying the peace and space of country living. Recent updates provide peace of mind, including a new roof on the home in 2021, a new roof and siding on the detached garage and apartment in 2023, and a new hot water heater in the apartment installed in 2025. With its inviting layout, generous acreage, and flexible living options, this home is ready for your personal touch. Come see the potential and the charm for yourself.
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- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Carport Y/N Yes
- Construction Materials Brick Veneer
- Exterior Features Rain Gutters, Garden
- Garage Y/N Yes
- Lot Size Acres 1.68
- Other Structures Garage(s), Guest House
- Parking Features Workshop in Garage, Circular Driveway, Concrete, Gravel, Paved
- Patio And Porch Features Enclosed
- Structure Type Site Built
- Above Grade Finished Area 1,599
- Appliances Washer, Oven, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Dryer, Built-In Electric Oven, Built-In Electric Range, Double Oven, Microwave, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Cooling Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Fireplace Features Wood Burning Stove, Den
- Fireplaces Total 1
- Flooring Vinyl, Hardwood, Tile
- Heating Electric, Heat Pump
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Built-in Features, Pantry, Smooth Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Walk-In Shower, Bookcases, Living/Dining Room Combination, Open Floorplan, Ceiling Fan(s), Master Downstairs
- Laundry Features Laundry Closet, Lower Level
- Rooms Total 9
- Lot Features Few Trees, Garden, Many Trees, Landscaped, Back Yard, Hardwood Trees
- Tax Annual Amount 2072.05
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 1953
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built1953
- NeighborhoodNot in a Subdivision
- CountyPerson
- AreaTimberlake
- Elementary SchoolPerson - Helena
- Middle SchoolPerson - Southern
- High SchoolPerson - Person
Listing courtesy of West & Woodall Real Estate - D. © 2025 Triangle MLS, Inc. of North Carolina. All Rights Reserved. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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