The C.A. Johnston House: A Monumental Restoration Opportunity
Constructed c. 1898-1900 by noted builder John C. Stout, the C.A. Johnston House is a formidable example of the transition between Queen Anne massing and Neoclassical restraint. Located in the heart of the Tarboro Historic District, this nearly 5,000-square-foot residence represents one of the most significant preservation opportunities currently available in eastern North Carolina.
The architecture is defined by its commanding street presence, characterized by a complex roofline and a deep, wrap-around porch that features a rare and distinctive corner pergola—a detail that sets this property apart from its peers. The exterior vocabulary includes Neoclassical columns and the heavy, intricate cornice molding indicative of turn-of-the-century craftsmanship.
Inside, the home offers the kind of volume that cannot be replicated, with high ceilings and a grand entrance foyer that establishes the scale of the residence. However, this is a property for the realist, not the romantic. It requires significant structural and cosmetic rehabilitation.
It is currently a shell waiting for a steward with the resources and vision to execute a comprehensive restoration. The “as-is” condition reflects the magnitude of the project, but for those committed to historic preservation, the provenance and location near Tarboro’s 1760 Town Common (one of only two original town commons in the U.S.) justify the effort.
🏚️ Historic 1900 Home | Major Renovation Opportunity ✨
📍 816 Saint Andrew St, Tarboro, NC 27886
💰 $150,000
🛏️ 0 Bedrooms | 🛁 1 Bathroom
📐 4,937 Sq Ft | 🌳 0.30 Acres
🗓️ Built 1900
🛠️ Investor or Restoration Project
🏛️ Large historic structure with nearly 5,000 sq ft
🔧 Significant renovation and repair needed
📌 Property is being sold AS-IS
💡 Endless Potential
🏠 Opportunity to reimagine as a grand residence, multi-use space, or creative project
📍 Located in historic Tarboro with access to local amenities
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🏷️ Listed By:
Charles Alford
Tar Bucket Realty, LLC
252-813-7477
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