Current bid is $277,830. Upset bid is $291,721.50 with $14,586.08 Deposit. Must be placed at Johnson County Courthouse. Excellent opportunity to own a substantial commercial building in the heart of Downtown Benson! Located at 208 E Main Street, this 10,252-square-foot building is zoned B-1 and offers excellent potential for redevelopment, investment, owner occupancy, retail, office, or other uses permitted by zoning. The first floor features approximately 4,937 square feet, while the second floor provides approximately 5,315 square feet. Situated in a highly visible downtown location with convenient access to area businesses, restaurants, shopping, and major thoroughfares. Property is in need of renovation and offers an opportunity for a buyer to reposition the building to fit their vision. William S. Godwin, Commissioner, is the authorized Seller, as appointed in that Order Allowing Partition by the Johnston County Clerk of Superior Court in Johnston County File No. 24SP000149-500. Commissioner makes no warranty as to the title of the property and will convey the subject property by Commissioner's Deed. The property is being sold strictly AS IS/WHERE IS, with no representations or warranties regarding its condition. OFFERS WILL BE REVIEWED DURING WEEKDAYS (MONDAY-FRIDAY) ONLY. Any accepted offer and Offer to Purchase and Contract are SUBJECT TO THE NORTH CAROLINA JUDICIAL SALES ACT, ARTICLE 29, including the 10-DAY UPSET BID PERIOD through the Office of the Clerk of Superior Court of Johnston County and confirmation pursuant to the applicable statute. Buyer(s) acknowledge and understand that the property is subject to the statutory 10-day upset bid process.
| MLS # | 10194431 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | Business |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1912 |
| Days On Site | 22 |
| Listing Provided By | Harris Realty & Land, LLC | Alice Harris |
| SQ Feet | 10,252 |
|---|---|
| Acreage | 0.17 |
| Interior Features | High Ceilings |
|---|---|
| Heating Yes / No | Yes |
| Cooling Yes / No | Yes |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Roof | Rolled/Hot Mop |
|---|---|
| Foundation Details | Slab |
| Construction Materials | Brick |
| Utilities | Electricity Available, Sewer Available, Water Available |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Tax Assessed Value | 220780 |
|---|---|
| Tax Legal Description | PT BLK 89 PB3/163B 1539-53-0585 |
| Tax Year | 2026 |
| State | NC |
|---|---|
| County | Johnston |
| City | Benson |
| Zip Code | 27504 |
| Area | Johnston |
| Listing VS Median (in 27504) | |
Price: $250,000 low | high Med: $399,900 sqft: 10,252 low | high Med: 2,600 $ / sqft: $24 low | high Med: $154 On site: 22 low | high Med: 162 | |
| State | NC |
|---|---|
| County | Johnston |
| City | Benson |
| Zip Code | 27504 |
| Area | Johnston |
| Listing VS Median (in 27504) | |
Price: $250,000 low | high Med: $399,900 sqft: 10,252 low | high Med: 2,600 $ / sqft: $24 low | high Med: $154 On site: 22 low | high Med: 162 | |