




517 N Poplar St, Charlotte, NC, 28202
About This Home
Tucked within Charlotte’s historic Fourth Ward, this architecturally distinctive residence offers a rare blend of intentional design, natural light, privacy, and exceptional indoor-outdoor living. Thoughtfully crafted with timeless modern influences, the home delivers an elevated living experience deeply connected to its surroundings. Expansive windows, soaring architectural lines, and light-filled interiors create a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout the home. The thoughtfully designed layout balances sophistication and comfort, offering seamless spaces for both quiet retreat and large-scale entertaining. The main living areas transition effortlessly onto the expansive front porch, side deck, and private rear courtyard, offering creating multiple outdoor spaces for dining, gathering, and relaxation while overlooking beautifully landscaped grounds. A dedicated library a with gas log fireplace on the main level provides a refined setting for reading, working from home, or creative pursuits, adding both charm and functionality to the home. The private backyard is a true rarity in Uptown Charlotte, featuring an in-town tennis court that transforms the property into an exceptional urban retreat. Designed for entertaining, the expansive lower level features a built-in bar and generous flexible living space ideal for hosting guests, game nights, media viewing, recreation, or additional lounge areas. The open layout flows seamlessly to a private courtyard, creating an effortless indoor-outdoor experience perfect for both intimate evenings and larger gatherings. The primary suite serves as a true private retreat, offering privacy, comfort, and thoughtfully designed bonus spaces rarely found in Uptown living. Just off the primary bedroom, a separate flex room provides the perfect setting for a private office, wellness space, creative studio, dressing room, or craft room tailored to your lifestyle needs. Connected to the primary ensuite, a tucked-away loft-style reading nook creates a quiet and unexpected escape ideal for reading, relaxing, reflection, or simply unwinding away from the main living spaces. This intimate hideaway adds a distinctive architectural element that makes the suite feel both personal and unforgettable. Throughout the residence, intentional architectural details, natural materials, and abundant natural light create a refined yet welcoming environment designed for both everyday living and memorable entertaining. Located moments from Fourth Ward Park, Uptown dining, entertainment, cultural venues, and Charlotte’s business district, the home offers exceptional convenience while preserving the character and charm of one of Charlotte’s most established neighborhoods. An additional opportunity exists to purchase the neighboring property at 515 N. Poplar in conjunction with this residence, creating expanded possibilities for multi-property ownership, guest accommodations, investment potential, or additional living space. Both sellers prefer to sell the residences together with a combined offering price of $3.55 million.
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Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1980
Materials
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Construction materials: Hardboard Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subType: Townhouse
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Gas Cooktop,Refrigerator,Wall Oven
- Laundry features: Third Level
Bathroom Full
- Level: Third
Bathroom Full
- Level: Third
Bathroom Full
- Features: Garden Tub,Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
Bathroom Half
- Level: Main
Bedroom S
- Level: Third
Bedroom S
- Level: Third
Bedroom S
- Level: Third
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: Main
Features
- Pantry,Walk-In Closet(s)
- Window features: Insulated Windows,Skylight(s)
- Flooring: Carpet,Tile
- Fireplace features: Gas Log,Wood Burning,Other - See Remarks
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 4,419
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,218
- Total interior livable area: 4,419 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Third
Library
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Level: Main
Loft
- Level: Upper
Office
- Level: Upper
Primary Bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),See Remarks
- Level: Upper
Recreation Room
- Level: Lower
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 07803613
- Zoning: N1-E(HDO)
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Four
- Stories: 4
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Balcony,Covered,Deck,Front Porch,Patio,Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Tennis Court(s)
Lot
- Lot size: 0.13 Acres
- Features: Level
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway,Attached Garage,Garage Faces Front,Garage Faces Rear,Shared Driveway
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
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How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Mecklenburg County and North Carolina
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $9,607 | $115,284 |
| Home Insurance * | $250 | $3,000 |
| Property Taxes | $947 | $11,364 |
| Electricity | $411 | $4,939 |
| Total | $11,215 | $134,580 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-05 | Listed for sale | $1,900,000 |
For Sale by Agent
