25 ORCHARD AVE, Rocky Mount, VA 24151

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$699,900

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Hand-painted nearly 30 years ago by local artist

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3.1 Square Footage: 4,482 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 38,768 Status: Active

Current Price: $699,900 List Date: 10/01/2026 Last Modified: 10/02/2026

Overview

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 cabinetr ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 931927

Location, Tax & Legal

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
Major Area: 04 - Franklin County
Phase: 0
Subdivision Map: N/A
Lot: No
Block: No
Tax ID: 207 00-653 00
Annual Taxes: 1817
Section: No
POA Y/N: No

General Property Description

Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Residential Type: Detached
Construction Status: Completed
Year Built: 1861
Total Bdrm: 4
Total Bths: 3.1
Total F Baths: 3
Total H Baths: Yes
Entry Above Grd Fin SQFT: 2725
Upper Above Grd Fin SQFT: 1757
Total Fnshd SqFt: 4482
Total Above Grd Fin SQFT: 4482
Grand Total Attached SQFT: 4482
Basement Y/N: Yes
Prim. Covered Prking: Garage Under
# Prim Cov Spaces: 2
Uncovered Parking: Off Street Parking
Total Cov'd Prk Spc: 2
Total Acreage: 0.89
Water Class: N/A
Other Above Grd Fin SQFT: 0
Total Unfin SQFT: 0

Fireplace

# Fireplaces: 6
Gas Log: Yes
Dining Room: Yes
Living Room: Yes
Other - See Remarks: Yes

Internet Access

Cur'nt Internet Prov: Shentel
Cable: Yes

Primary Bedrooms

Primary BR Entry Lvl: Yes
Primary BR Upper Lvl: Yes

More Information

Bedrooms

BR Entry Level: Yes
BR Upper Level: 3

Full Baths

Full Baths Entry Lvl: Yes
Full Baths Upper Lvl: 2

Half Baths

Half Baths Entry Lvl: Yes

Laundry

Laundry Entry Level: Yes

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: Yes

Limited Service

Not Limited Service: Yes

Lot Description

Level: Yes

Construction

Brick: Yes
Wood: Yes

Basement

Partial: Yes
Walk-Out Access: Yes

Heating

Gas – Propane: Yes
Heat Pump Electric: Yes

Misc Features

Cable TV: Yes
Paved Road: Yes
Underground Util: Yes

Cooling

Central Air: Yes
Heat Pump Electric: Yes

Water Description

Public: Yes

Sewer Description

Public Sewer: Yes

Water Heater Type

Tank: Yes

Interior Features

Bookcases: Yes
Breakfast Area: Yes
Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
Drapes: Yes
Indirect Lighting: Yes
Storage: Yes
Other - See Remarks: Yes

Exterior Features

Balcony: Yes
Deck: Yes
Garden Space: Yes
Patio: Yes
Shed(s): Yes

Porch

Covered Porch: Yes
Front Porch: Yes
Side Porch: Yes

Appliances

Dishwasher: Yes
Range Electric: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes

Floors

Carpet: Yes
Tile - i.e. ceramic: Yes
Wood: Yes

Area Amenities

Restaurant: Yes

Water Htr Energy

Electric: Yes

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 - 02 - 2026

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25 ORCHARD AVE, Rocky Mount, VA 24151 (MLS# 931927)