215 E Church Street

This charming home can be found in the Historic district, downtown Tarboro and is noted on the historic district map as Lichtenstein-Thigpen House. The national registry plaque identifies it as Cotton-Lichtenstein House ca.1875. The current owner purchased this home with vision and determination. Their eye for design and classic style has brought this 'old home' back to life and it is shining brightly on this corner lot just a few minutes' walk to downtown amenities including shops and restaurants. The signature front porch that overlooks a city sidewalk creates opportunities to enjoy your community every day! The main 2 story living space (*2841sq.ft) includes 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, open sitting area upstairs and features a large foyer downstairs that can serve as a reception hall or parlor, a formal dining, family room, 1 bedroom, 1 full bath, laundry room and an amazing kitchen with a large island that draws you to the heart of this home! The updated cabinetry features a pantry wall and granite counter tops. In addition, there is a large walk-in pantry, stainless appliances with an authentic old fireplace structure to complement this space. This home is ideal for multi-generational living with the additional living quarters (1150 sq ft.) on the main level with private entrance. It is perfect as an in-law suite or an income producing apartment (currently leased month to month) and includes 1 bedroom, 1 full bath, a full kitchen with laundry, a spacious living area, a small flex room that would be great for a home office. There are fireplaces in most rooms that add so much character to this beautiful home, however, most were used in days gone by systems that are now obsolete. Other improvements include a roof replacement (2019), 2 new Gas packs (2017), 2 new electric hot water heaters (2017), and full exterior paint (2025). Book your appt. today! *Total living space square footage is 3991. The total heated square footage is 2762 but is not contiguous.