A two-story house with a tan exterior, white trim, and a wraparound front porch. The porch has hanging plants, and the house sits on a grassy lawn surrounded by tall trees. A stone path leads to the front steps.A large beige house with white trim and a front porch is surrounded by tall trees and green lawn. A gravel driveway curves to the right, and sunlight filters through the foliage.A white staircase with wooden handrails curves upward next to a hallway with light hardwood floors. A table with decorations and a lamp sits below the stairs, and a wreath hangs on the pastel wall above.A traditional dining room with bright blue walls, a wooden dining table and chairs, a chandelier, sideboards, a large rug, and a door with glass panes leading outside. A mirror and framed art hang on the walls.A dining room with blue walls, white trim, a chandelier, wooden table with six chairs, a sideboard, mirror, framed art, and a beige rug on a light wood floor. A glass door leads to an outdoor area.Built-in white shelves and cabinets line a living room wall, with a flat-screen TV at the center displaying a mountain scene. French doors and glass panels let in natural light. The room has wood floors and views into a kitchen.Elegant living room with a lit fireplace, large ornate mirror above the mantel, pastel walls, blue sectional, patterned armchair, floral art, large windows with greenery outside, and a decorative folding screen.Spacious living room with high ceilings, hardwood floors, a fireplace, large windows, elegant furniture, a grandfather clock, and decorative plants, filled with natural light.

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191 NC 56 Highway E · Louisburg, NC 27549

Louisburg, NC 27549
SoldSingle FamilyLouisburg TownshipFranklin County
$440,000
$122 / sq ftListed Apr 6, 2026
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A two-story house with a tan exterior, white trim, and a wraparound front porch. The porch has hanging plants, and the house sits on a grassy lawn surrounded by tall trees. A stone path leads to the front steps.A large beige house with white trim and a front porch is surrounded by tall trees and green lawn. A gravel driveway curves to the right, and sunlight filters through the foliage.A white staircase with wooden handrails curves upward next to a hallway with light hardwood floors. A table with decorations and a lamp sits below the stairs, and a wreath hangs on the pastel wall above.A traditional dining room with bright blue walls, a wooden dining table and chairs, a chandelier, sideboards, a large rug, and a door with glass panes leading outside. A mirror and framed art hang on the walls.A dining room with blue walls, white trim, a chandelier, wooden table with six chairs, a sideboard, mirror, framed art, and a beige rug on a light wood floor. A glass door leads to an outdoor area.

4
Bedrooms

3.5
Bathrooms

4,297
Square feet

1.5
Acres

1988
Year built
Louisburg TownshipFranklin CountyMLS 10157839

191 NC 56 Highway ESold
$440,000 · 4 bd · 3.5 ba · 4,297 sf

Highlights

  • Dedicated Scullery
  • Large Oval Windows
  • Large Fireplace
  • Expansive Screened Porch
  • 1.5 Private Acres
  • Primary Suite On The Main Level

About this home

Welcome to 191 NC Hwy 56 E, Louisburg, NC 27549. Step into timeless design with this 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath original William E. Poole designed home filled with character, warmth, and tons of natural light throughout. This thoughtfully crafted property offers both elegance and functionality, perfectly suited for everyday living and entertaining.

. 4 spacious bedrooms and 3.5 bath and loft.

. Primary suite on the main level with a private patio off of the ensuite

. Flex room with direct access to the garage — ideal for office, hobby, or guest space

. Abundant natural light highlighting the home's unique architectural details

. 1.5 private acres with no restrictions and more than one way to enjoy the peaceful setting

. Large fireplace in the family room — the perfect gathering centerpiece

. Designed for hosting with a functional layout and dedicated scullery in between family room and kitchen

. All-season room featuring stunning large oval windows

. Expansive screened porch running along the back of the home — perfect for relaxing and enjoying the peaceful surroundings

. Multiple spaces to relax, entertain, and take in the serene surroundings

This home blends classic design with inviting spaces, creating an atmosphere that feels both sophisticated and comfortable. Whether you're hosting friends around the fireplace, enjoying quiet mornings in the all-season room, sitting on the spacious screened porch overlooking the private acreage, or stepping out onto the private patio from the primary suite, this property offers a lifestyle that's hard to find. Opportunities to own an original William E. Poole design on acreage like this do not come along often. At $550,000, this home is priced to sell! Contact the listing agent for further information or to schedule a private showing.

Location

Louisburg Township · Franklin County · Louisburg, NC

Property history

2 listings on Doorify MLS since 2025
  1. SoldSource: IDX Doorify MLS #10157839$440,000$102/sqft
  2. Pending saleSource: IDX Doorify MLS #10157839$525,000$122/sqft
  3. Price increasedSource: IDX Doorify MLS #10157839$525,000+$25,000 · +5.0%$122/sqft
  4. Price decreasedSource: IDX Doorify MLS #10157839$500,000−$25,000 · −4.8%$116/sqft
  5. Price decreasedSource: IDX Doorify MLS #10157839$525,000−$25,000 · −4.5%$122/sqft
  6. Listed for saleSource: IDX Doorify MLS #10157839$550,000−$49,000 · −8.2%$128/sqft
  7. Listing RemovedSource: IDX Doorify MLS #10133127$599,000$139/sqft
  8. Price decreasedSource: IDX Doorify MLS #10133127$599,000−$36,000 · −5.7%$139/sqft
  9. Coming soonSource: IDX Doorify MLS #10133127$635,000$147/sqft

Closed (sold) listings may have been listed and/or sold by a real estate firm other than the firm(s) featured on this website. Closed data is not available until the sale of the property is recorded in the MLS. Home sale data is not an appraisal, CMA, competitive or comparative market analysis, or home valuation of any property.

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