$699,900
Rocky Mount, VA 24151
MLS# 931927
4 beds | 3.1 baths | 4482 sqft
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Property Description
A rare opportunity to own a remarkable piece of Rocky Mount history. Built in 1861 and listed on the Historic Registry, this beautifully preserved 4Bed/3.1Bath home blends more than 160 years of character with today's comfort and thoughtful updates. From the moment you arrive, the stately architecture, inviting porches and beautifully maintained grounds hint at just how special this property truly is. Inside, you'll find gracious living spaces filled with architectural detail and a sense of history that simply cannot be recreated. One of the home's most unique features is its dual staircase and entrance design: Historically, the front portion of the home was used by a local physician while the family occupied the rear. Adding another one-of-a-kind touch, one bedroom features walls individually hand-painted by a local artist, creating a space that is truly a work of art. The thoughtfully updated kitchen complements the home's historic character with soaring ceilings, solid wood cabinetry and generous workspace, while multiple fireplaces, spacious rooms and inviting gathering areas carry the home's story throughout. Enjoy the outdoors; mature landscaping, established gardens, porches and entertaining spaces create a private setting rarely found this close to the conveniences of town. Lovingly maintained and rich with history, 25 Orchard Avenue isn't simply a home, It is a piece of Rocky Mount's past ready for its next chapter!
Details
General Property Description
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Construction Status: Completed
Residential Type: Detached
Total Acreage: 0.89
Entry Above Grd Fin SQFT: 2725
Upper Above Grd Fin SQFT: 1757
Other Above Grd Fin SQFT: 0
Total Fnshd SqFt: 4482
Total Above Grd Fin SQFT: 4482
Grand Total Attached SQFT: 4482
Basement Y/N: Yes
Water Class: N/A
Total Unfin SQFT: 0
Prim. Covered Prking: Garage Under
# Prim Cov Spaces: 2
Uncovered Parking: Off Street Parking
Total Cov'd Prk Spc: 2
Year Built: 1861
Total Bdrm: 4
Total Bths: 3.1
Total F Baths: 3
Total H Baths: 1
Location, Tax & Legal
Major Area: 04 - Franklin County
Phase: 0
Subdivision Map: N/A
Lot: 0
Block: 0
Tax ID: 207 00-653 00
Annual Taxes: 1817
Section: 0
POA Y/N: No
Area: 0400 - Franklin County
Street Number: 25
Street Name: ORCHARD
Street Suffix: AVE
State/Province: VA
Zip Code: 24151
Subdivision: N/A
Municipality: Franklin County
Elementary School: Lee M. Waid
Middle School: Ben Franklin Middle
High School: Franklin County
Remarks & Misc
Public Remarks: A rare opportunity to own a remarkable piece of Rocky Mount history. Built in 1861 and listed on the Historic Registry, this beautifully preserved 4Bed/3.1Bath home blends more than 160 years of character with today's comfort and thoughtful updates. From the moment you arrive, the stately architecture, inviting porches and beautifully maintained grounds hint at just how special this property truly is. Inside, you'll find gracious living spaces filled with architectural detail and a sense of history that simply cannot be recreated. One of the home's most unique features is its dual staircase and entrance design: Historically, the front portion of the home was used by a local physician while the family occupied the rear. Adding another one-of-a-kind touch, one bedroom features walls individually hand-painted by a local artist, creating a space that is truly a work of art. The thoughtfully updated kitchen complements the home's historic character with soaring ceilings, solid wood cabinetry and generous workspace, while multiple fireplaces, spacious rooms and inviting gathering areas carry the home's story throughout. Enjoy the outdoors; mature landscaping, established gardens, porches and entertaining spaces create a private setting rarely found this close to the conveniences of town. Lovingly maintained and rich with history, 25 Orchard Avenue isn't simply a home, It is a piece of Rocky Mount's past ready for its next chapter!
Directions: Rocky Mount: Court Street to Orchard Avenue, Home on corner of Court St/Orchard Ave {No sign}
Style of House
2 Story: 1
Limited Service
Not Limited Service: 1
Lot Description
Level: 1
Construction
Brick: 1
Wood: 1
Basement
Partial: 1
Walk-Out Access: 1
Heating
Gas – Propane: 1
Heat Pump Electric: 1
Misc Features
Cable TV: 1
Paved Road: 1
Underground Util: 1
Cooling
Central Air: 1
Heat Pump Electric: 1
Fireplace
# Fireplaces: 6
Gas Log: 1
Dining Room: 1
Living Room: 1
Other - See Remarks: 1
Water Description
Public: 1
Sewer Description
Public Sewer: 1
Water Heater Type
Tank: 1
Interior Features
Bookcases: 1
Breakfast Area: 1
Ceiling Fan(s): 1
Drapes: 1
Indirect Lighting: 1
Storage: 1
Other - See Remarks: 1
Internet Access
Cable: 1
Cur'nt Internet Prov: Shentel
Exterior Features
Balcony: 1
Deck: 1
Garden Space: 1
Patio: 1
Shed(s): 1
Porch
Covered Porch: 1
Front Porch: 1
Side Porch: 1
Appliances
Dishwasher: 1
Range Electric: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Floors
Carpet: 1
Tile - i.e. ceramic: 1
Wood: 1
Area Amenities
Restaurant: 1
Primary Bedrooms
Primary BR Entry Lvl: 1
Primary BR Upper Lvl: 1
Water Htr Energy
Electric: 1
Bedrooms
BR Entry Level: 1
BR Upper Level: 3
Full Baths
Full Baths Entry Lvl: 1
Full Baths Upper Lvl: 2
Half Baths
Half Baths Entry Lvl: 1
Laundry
Laundry Entry Level: 1
Contract Information
Current Price: $699,900
List Price: $699,900
List Date: 2026-10-01
Status: Active
Property Features
Style of House: 2 Story
Limited Service: Not Limited Service
Lot Description: Level
Construction: Brick; Wood
Basement: Partial; Walk-Out Access
Heating: Gas – Propane; Heat Pump Electric
Cooling: Central Air; Heat Pump Electric
Fireplace: Gas Log; Dining Room; Living Room; Other - See Remarks
Interior Features: Bookcases; Breakfast Area; Ceiling Fan(s); Drapes; Indirect Lighting; Storage; Other - See Remarks
Exterior Features: Balcony; Deck; Garden Space; Patio; Shed(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher; Refrigerator; Range Electric
Misc Features: Cable TV; Paved Road; Underground Util
Area Amenities: Restaurant
Floors: Carpet; Tile - i.e. ceramic; Wood
Porch: Covered Porch; Front Porch; Side Porch
Water Description: Public
Sewer Description: Public Sewer
Water Heater Type: Tank
Water Htr Energy: Electric
Internet Access: Cable
Room Information
| Room Name | Level |
| Bedroom 3 | Upper |
| Bedroom 4 | Upper |
| Attic | Upper |
| Breakfast Area | Entry |
| Dining Room | Entry |
| Kitchen | Entry |
| Family Room | Entry |
| Foyer | Entry |
| Laundry | Entry |
| Living Room | Entry |
| Library | Entry |
| Primary Bedroom | Entry |
| Primary Bedroom | Upper |
Listing Office: MKB, REALTORS® - FRANKLIN CO
Last Updated: October - 01 - 2026
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