Clayton Land for Sale

Welcome to Clayton, North Carolina – a charming town that beautifully marries small-town warmth with modern conveniences. Nestled just a short drive from the vibrant city of Raleigh, Clayton offers a unique blend of serene landscapes, rich history, and a thriving community spirit. With its picturesque streets lined with oak trees and a welcoming atmosphere, it’s no wonder that Clayton is a sought-after destination for families, retirees, and professionals alike.

The town boasts a variety of amenities, including delightful local shops, cozy cafes, and diverse dining options that cater to every palate. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the abundance of parks and recreational areas, perfect for hiking, biking, and enjoying the great outdoors. The Clayton Community Center and nearby Lake Benson provide opportunities for sports, events, and family gatherings, fostering a sense of community that is hard to find elsewhere.

For those looking to invest in their future, Clayton presents a fantastic opportunity with available land for sale. Whether you envision building your dream home surrounded by nature or developing a new project in this flourishing area, the possibilities are endless. With its strategic location, affordable land options, and a steadily growing population, Clayton is poised for continued growth and prosperity.

Discover the charm of Clayton, where your dream property awaits. Embrace a lifestyle that offers both tranquility and convenience in one of North Carolina's most inviting towns. Explore the land for sale today and take the first step towards making your Clayton dream a reality!

Newest Clayton Land for Sale

$175,000

10184172 MLS

Level, cleared, and grassed 0.48-acre lot in the Town of Clayton, zoned OFF (Office Institutional). This recombined parcel has approximately 250 total feet of frontage and is ready for your next project. Suitable for office, research, educational and similar uses according to zoning. Located in a high-growth corridor with convenient access to Hwy 42, Hwy 70, and downtown Clayton. Lot borders a residential neighborhood, providing a great setting. All public utilities available at the street or in the area; buyer should verify connection costs and feasibility for their use. Please do not trespass - contact Matt Hyduchak for showings.

200 Winding Wood Dr, Clayton

$219,900

10184165 MLS

Welcome to one of Portofino's most spectacular homesites, where your dream home becomes part of the landscape. Perfectly positioned at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this exceptional lot offers a setting that's becoming increasingly rare. With sprawling horse pastures bordering one side and mature trees surrounding the rear, you'll enjoy privacy, breathtaking views, and the feeling of living in your own secluded retreat. The natural topography makes this homesite ideal for a basement or tall crawl space, allowing your main living area to be elevated above the landscape. Picture walls of windows filling your home with natural light and a sprawling screened porch extending from your great room, creating the feeling of a luxurious treehouse overlooking the woods, horse pastures, and nearby riding trails. Below, a walkout basement opens seamlessly to your backyard, offering endless possibilities for outdoor living, entertaining, or even your own private pool. Bring your vision to life by partnering with a custom (HOA approved) builder to create a home designed specifically for this incredible setting. Whether you're dreaming of modern elegance, timeless architecture, or a true luxury estate, this homesite provides the perfect canvas. Located within the prestigious Portofino community, you'll enjoy over seven miles of scenic trails, direct access to the Neuse River for kayaking and fishing, resort-style pools, a premier equestrian center, and hundreds of acres of preserved natural beauty. This isn't just a place to build a home, it's an opportunity to create a one-of-a-kind retreat where every window frames a view and every day feels like an escape.

90 Isabella Ct, Clayton

$169,000

10178324 MLS

1.629 ACRES Totally cleared Totally Flat. Build the home you've always envisioned on this beautiful approximately 1.5-acre unrestricted homesite! Cleared, level, and ready for construction, this versatile property offers the rare freedom to build without the limitations of an HOA. Whether you're planning a custom-built home, or modular home, this parcel provides the flexibility to bring your vision to life. The spacious, usable layout offers ample room for your home, detached garage or workshop, outdoor entertaining areas, gardens, or recreational space. An easement is located along the front of the property, while the remaining acreage provides an excellent building envelope with plenty of room to create your ideal setting. Conveniently located just minutes from major highways, shopping, restaurants, healthcare facilities, and everyday conveniences, the property is also only 5 miles from historic downtown Clayton, where you'll enjoy locally owned shops, dining, entertainment, and year-round community events. Raleigh and surrounding employment centers are within an easy commute, making this an outstanding opportunity for homeowners and investors alike. Whether you're building your first home, creating your forever home, or adding to your investment portfolio, this ready-to-build parcel offers the space, flexibility, and location you've been searching for.

954 Blue Pond Rd, Clayton

$1,050,000

10178321 MLS

Rare COMMERCIAL REDEVELOPMENT opportunity in great location!! 2.75 acres in prime Flowers Plantation PUD. Commercial use has been approved by Flowers Plantation subject to specs and site plan approval. Water and Sewer available. Lot could possibly be subdivided into two lots by new owner. No city taxes. We have 2 non approved commercial conceptual drawings to share. Listing agent is the owner.

165 Neuse River Pkwy, Clayton

$130,000

10177915 MLS

Build your dream home on this lovely lot near Downtown Clayton! Nearly three quarters of an acre with glorious shade trees surrounding the flat, cleared area creates the perfect setting for your new home. Garden? Pool? Use the space to your heart's content! This quiet subdivision is a welcome refuge nestled in an established desirable neighborhood, yet a short walk, bike or drive to Downtown Clayton for dining, shopping, and community events. City water and sewer are available, so no worries about perc tests and wells. And with no HOA, you are only limited by the lenient building restrictions of the Town of Clayton. Come and turn this blank canvas into the beautiful life you've always pictured!

250 Oakdale Ave, Clayton

$89,900

10177254 MLS

Discover the perfect place to build your dream home on this flat, cleared lot that is ready for construction. With no HOA, you'll enjoy the freedom to create the home and lifestyle you want. A septic permit for a 3-bedroom home is already on hand, making you one step closer to building that dream home. Conveniently located just 10 minutes from shopping, dining, and everyday essentials in Downtown Clayton, Flowers, and Smithfield/Selma, this property offers the ideal balance of a quiet town with easy access to nearby conveniences. Electricity, water, and internet are all available on site, making this build-ready lot an excellent opportunity for your future home.

5300 Wilsons Mills Rd, Clayton

$450,000

1 Baths ⋅ 10174644 MLS

Exceptional opportunity to acquire approximately 5.87 acres with strong residential development potential in the heart of Downtown Clayton. The offering consists of two parcels: 515 Central Street (0.84 acres ±), which includes an abandoned/condemned home, and Lot 2 Hillcrest Circle (5.03 acres ±). The property offers road frontage and access to city water and sewer with sewer infrastructure already in place, making it an attractive candidate for residential development. Lot 2 Hillcrest Circle is zoned RHD (Residential High Density), while 515 Central Street is zoned RLL (Residential Large Lot), providing flexibility for future planning and development. Can be purchased with 7.07 acre parcel that adjoins these parcels, for almost 13 acres to develop! Contact LA for details. These parcels are ideally situated just off Main Street, the property enjoys convenient access to Downtown Clayton's restaurants, shops, entertainment, and amenities, as well as Business Highway 70 for easy commuting throughout the Triangle region. Rarely does a development tract of this size and location become available within Clayton's thriving downtown area. Builders and developers should explore the potential for a high-demand residential community in one of Johnston County's fastest-growing markets.

515 Central St, Clayton

$2,400,000

10171245 MLS

For all Inquiries: Contact co-listing broker Faysal Merhi (919) - 760 - 0048 | Faysal@EverestCommercialGroup.com One of Four Parcels - part of an assemblage: ±30.8-acre residential assemblage located in Clayton consisting of four parcels (IDs: 05029021, 05E99007L, 05029021B, and 05E99007N). The site is currently zoned RLD, RMD, RLL and designated as "Downtown Residential" under the Town's Future Land Use Plan, positioning the property as a potential residential development opportunity within one of Johnston County's fastest-growing submarkets. From an infrastructure standpoint, municipal water and sewer appear to be available in the surrounding area based on Town GIS mapping and the utility exhibits provided. Buyers should independently verify utility capacity, off-site improvement requirements, connection points, and any utility extension obligations with the Town of Clayton. The site presents a compelling opportunity for a residential developer seeking scale within the growing Clayton market. Future development plans will likely need to carefully balance density, product type, traffic mitigation, and neighborhood compatibility to enhance entitlement feasibility and community support. Taxes estimated based on assessed value of this parcel and county mil rate. Buyers to independently check property taxes associated with each parcel.

City Rd, Clayton

$25,000,000

10165137 MLS

Exciting opportunity to develop in the Waterfront District in Flowers, NC PUD, in one of Johnston County's fastest-growing corridors. This well positioned land overlooks one of the main lakes in the community, just behind The Percy Flowers Store. Surrounded by established residential neighborhoods, expanding retail, and future commercial growth, this property is ideal for investors and developers seeking a strategic site. Pre-approved and Zoned for mix use of commercial or residential. Water and sewer on site and ready. Streets and some utilities are already in place. No City Taxes!

136 N District Way, Clayton

$4,200,000

10143747 MLS

Located at the intersection of 70 Bus and I-42 in a rapidly growing area! Great location for Commercial Development. Zoned GB. County water available.

Us 70th Byp, Clayton

$575,000

10154498 MLS

Build your dream homestead with no restrictions in Johnston county! Just over 7 acres of wooded residential or agriculture land ready for your dream plans. A creek lines the back of the property, the riparian buffer crosses over the property line at the back side of the lot 3B(see survey). Bring your animals or toys! Plenty of room to roam. Less than five miles to Flowers Water district and all of the amenities Clayton has to offer. Includes a workshop to get your homestead dreams started. No soil test had a soil test, many trees located on the property and plenty of road frontage. There is a hidden driveway leading back to the workshop, please do not disturb the owners in the home or use their horseshoe driveway when viewing. Iron stakes are in ground for property lines and posted signs around the perimeter. Do not use the the horseshoe driveway for viewing the land.

15653 Buffalo Rd, Clayton

$125,000

10150777 MLS

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION Less Than 1 Mile To American Leadership Academy K-12 Charter School, 3.1 Miles To Amazon Dist. Center, 5.2 Miles To Grifols, 5.5 Miles To Novo Nordisk and Only 22 Miles To Raleigh! Perfect Ready To Build Homesite With Almost An Acre And A Half To Call Your Own. Cleared and Level With A County Water Tap, Underground Electric, and Natural Gas On Site! Plus Homesite Already Has Perc For Up To 4 Beds. This Lot Has Ample Road Frontage On Dasu Drive and Is One Of Only 2 Homesites That Has Border and Private Access Along The Community's Beautiful Flowing Fountained Pond In Back. Bring Your Builder Or Use Ours!

168 Dasu Dr, Clayton

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