Nash County, NC · pop. 568
Property management and real estate in Bailey
Small, and building. New single-family homes are going up here, which is why we're actively working it rather than treating it as the edge of the map.
We do both here: we manage rental property for owners in Bailey, and we’re a full-service brokerage for anyone buying or selling. If you’re weighing whether to rent a place out or sell it, that’s one conversation with us rather than two.
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Getting to know Bailey
History
Bailey was settled around 1860 and was originally known as Eatmon's Post Office before it grew into its own community. The town is believed to take its name from Drewry Bailey, a local landowner who ran a water-powered gristmill in the area. Bailey was formally incorporated on February 1, 1908, its growth boosted by the Norfolk and Southern Railroad, which laid tracks through the township and turned Bailey into a rail depot. The town's first school opened in 1910, and one local landmark from that era still stands: the Morgan School, a Rosenwald school built in 1925–26 for Black students in the segregation era, now listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Things to Do & Parks
Bailey is small, and it's honest to say its recreational offerings are modest. The main public green space is Bailey-Middlesex Park, a Nash County park with two soccer fields, a walking track, a sand volleyball court, horseshoes, a playground, and concessions. The biggest event on the calendar is the NC Sweetpotato Festival, launched in 2022 and held each May right on Main Street, with live music, a car show, a cook-off, and dozens of vendors celebrating Nash County's signature crop. For most other recreation, residents head into nearby Nashville, Spring Hope, or Wilson.
Dining
Don't expect a long restaurant row in a town of under 600 people — but Bailey punches well above its weight for a place this size. Tracy's Cafe on Deans Street is the town's go-to for breakfast, open early Tuesday through Saturday. Just down the road, the Leaning Tree Italian Restaurant brings genuinely authentic northern Italian cooking — the family behind it came directly from San Giuliano Nuovo in Italy's Alessandria province — with handmade pasta and a cozy, early-century house setting that draws diners in from well outside town. Right next door, Mary's Pizza serves up pizzas, subs, and wings for a quicker bite, and El Paso Mexican Restaurant, a family-owned Tex-Mex spot also on Deans Street, has been serving the community for more than 15 years. For an even wider range of options, Nashville and Spring Hope are both a short drive away.
What we do in Bailey
Managing rental property
Leasing, screening, rent collection and maintenance, with both brokers inspecting every managed property quarterly. 9% + ½ month's rent leasing fee, $75 monthly minimum.
Buying and selling
Pricing, marketing and negotiation from our agents, who sell in Bailey themselves — not a regional office treating it as an outlying zip code.
What people around here say
Keystone Realty holds the highest Google rating of any brokerage or property manager in Rocky Mount — 4.8 stars across 220 reviews.
“I’ve been living in this property for the past 6 months, and it’s been a great experience. The property is well-maintained, clean, and comfortable. management team have been professional, responsive, and easy to work with whenever I have questions or needed assistance. Communication has always been prompt, and any concerns have been handled quickly. I’m very happy with my experience so far and would highly recommend Keystone Realty to anyone looking for a reliable place to live.”
Lissette Cuello3 months ago
“Georgette Monaghan is a person of the highest integrity who is personally committed to insuring that your buying or selling experience will be seamless and timely. I have known her for many years and feel confident that your experience with her as your Realtor will be a most positive one. Her work ethic is stellar and she will walk you through the process with the utmost professionalism.”
Cindi Redcay5 years ago
“Georgette is a very talented and dedicated worker! Her dedication to her work will never go unnoticed, nor her eye for beauty! Anyone would be lucky to have her on their side!”
Kimberley McDermott5 years ago
“Georgette is a pleasure to work with. Her drive and helpfulness makes the process seamless and easy. Great to have someone to walk you through the entire process. She also has such a great eye for design which I find very helpful when looking for a property.”
DeNisa HUser5 years ago
“Georgette Monaghan is a joy to work with! She is trustworthy, dependable, and always gives 100%. She is easy to work with and will do an amazing job taking care of all your requests. I love her eye for detail. I highly recommend Georgette.”
Jen Vannatta5 years ago
“Georgette Monaghan is amazing! She is friendly, knowledgeable, and awesome to work with! FIVE stars for sure!”
Angie Baker5 years ago
- “Zach goes above and beyond for all of his clients! Highly recommend him and his team!”
- “Management at keystone is excellent, on top of the details. 10/10 would recommend!”
- “Each interaction has been one of comfort and trust”
Rating and reviews pulled live from Keystone Realty’s Google Business Profile.