Welcome to the Howard-Fountain House, built in 1889 and beautifully preserved on Tarboro's desirable Main Street. Side A is a spacious two-story unit with 3 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and 12-foot ceilings throughout. Original heart pine floors, fireplace mantles, and detailed woodwork add timeless character, while modern updates offer comfort and convenience.
Enjoy a prime walkable location just a 5-minute stroll to downtown shops, historic churches, and local favorites like Tarboro Brewing Company and On the Square restaurant. This vibrant neighborhood sits in the heart of Tarboro's 45-block Historic District, known for its 19th-century charm and community feel.
Features include:
New HVAC (2022) with central heat/air upstairs and down
Renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and butcher block counters
Updated bathrooms, one with an original clawfoot tub
Large laundry/pantry area
Screened back porch and huge rocking-chair front porch
Ample natural light, storage, and off-street parking
Shed for additional storage
Included in rent: Water, sewer, lawn care, and trash service.
Tenant pays: Electricity, natural gas (heat only), internet/cable.
Rent: $1,650/month | Security Deposit: $1,650
No pets at this time.
Application required (applicant's expense) with background/credit checks, income verification, and landlord references. Minimum credit score: 630. Minimum income: 3x rent.
One year lease required. One approved pet under 40 pounds, vet records required. No smoking indoors. Detached garage is retained for owner's storage. Blue storage building included in rent for the tenant's use. Water and trash pickup included in rent, tenant pays for electric and natural gas. Lawn care included in rent.
1201 N Main St
Tarboro, NC 27886
Apartment building
3-4 beds
What’s available
This building may have units for rent or for sale. Select a unit to contact.
What's special
Modern updatesFireplace mantlesHuge rocking-chair front porchOriginal heart pine floorsDetailed woodworkOff-street parkingAmple natural light
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Oven
- Refrigerator
Flooring
- Hardwood
- Tile
Heating
- Heat pump
Neighborhood: 27886
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Nearby schools in Tarboro
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Stocks ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 5/10Martin Millennium AcademyGrades: K-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10Tarboro HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 1201 N Main St?
1201 N Main St has a walk score of 55, it's somewhat walkable.
What schools are assigned to 1201 N Main St?
The schools assigned to 1201 N Main St include Stocks Elementary, Martin Millennium Academy, and Tarboro High.
What neighborhood is 1201 N Main St in?
1201 N Main St is in the 27886 neighborhood in Tarboro, NC.