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1216 Old Farm Rd, Charlotte, NC, 28226

5beds
4baths
3,995sqft
$945,000
$237price/sqft
$5,964/moest. monthly cost
$238,560/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to 1216 Old Farm Rd, a timeless brick Colonial nestled on a beautifully established .44-acre homesite in one of South Charlotte’s most desirable neighborhoods. Remodeled with a refined, elevated feel, this residence blends classic architecture with modern updates and enduring curb appeal—an exceptional opportunity for buyers seeking space, character, and a premier location. Inside, the home unfolds across more than 4,000 square feet of light-filled living space designed for both elegant entertaining and everyday comfort. The thoughtfully updated interiors offer multiple gathering areas, including formal and casual living spaces, a warm family room anchored by a fireplace, and well-proportioned rooms throughout that create a sense of sophistication without sacrificing livability. The kitchen sits at the heart of the home, offering seamless flow to dining and living areas and making hosting effortless. Upstairs, the spacious bedrooms and baths provide privacy and comfort, including a primary suite with room to truly unwind. A rare finished basement—an uncommon feature for this area—adds incredible flexibility and expands the lifestyle potential even further, ideal for a media room, home gym, executive office, or recreation space. Outdoors, the expansive lot provides a serene setting for future outdoor living enhancements, gardens, or entertaining under the trees. Ideally located just minutes from SouthPark, Cotswold, Strawberry Hill, and the Arboretum, this home delivers the rare combination of established neighborhood prestige and everyday convenience, with easy access to Charlotte’s best shopping, dining, and amenities.

Getting Around

16
WalkingCar-Dependent
27
TransitSome Transit
23
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

5/10
Sharon ElementaryGrades K-51.8 mi
4/10
Carmel MiddleGrades 6-81.4 mi
4/10
South Mecklenburg HighGrades 9-124.8 mi

Construction

Condition

  • New construction: Yes
  • Year built: 1967

Materials

  • Foundation: Slab
  • Construction materials: Brick Full

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Double Oven
  • Laundry features: Inside,Washer Hookup

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Exterior Entry,Finished,Interior Entry,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access

Bathroom Full

  • Level: Upper

Bathroom Full

  • Level: Basement

Bathroom Half

  • Level: Main

Bedroom S

  • Level: Upper

Bedroom S

  • Level: Basement

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Full bathrooms: 3
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Bonus Room

  • Level: Basement

Dining Area

  • Level: Main

Family Room

  • Level: Main

Features

  • Fireplace features: Living Room,Recreation Room
  • Finished area below ground: 1,341
  • Finished area above ground: 2,654

Flex Space

  • Level: Basement

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Heat Pump
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,654
  • Total interior livable area: 3,995 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: Main

Laundry

  • Level: Basement

Primary Bedroom

  • Level: Upper

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 18721108
  • Zoning: N1-A
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.43 Acres

Parking

  • Parking features: Driveway
  • 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

  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Tornado

FEMA Declared Disasters in Mecklenburg County and North Carolina

Flood
Hurricane
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Tropical Depression
Tropical Storm
Winter Storm

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $4,778$57,336
Home Insurance *$271$3,252
Property Taxes $543$6,516
Electricity $372$4,465
Total$5,964$71,568
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$204,480/yr
40% on housing$178,920/yr
45% on housing$159,040/yr

North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 235,990Commercial: 10,165
Total Premiums$278.20M
Total Exposure$57.33B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 12.8%
12.8%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.0%
4.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 0.8%
0.8%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$237This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 28226$278
Mecklenburg County$237

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 28226$303
Mecklenburg County$238

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-05-01Price change$999,900
2026-04-07Price change$1,020,000
2026-03-11Price change$1,037,500
2026-02-17Listed for sale$1,050,000
2022-04-25Sold$623,000
2022-03-02Listed for sale$623,000

New Construction

AgentBrittany D'Errico
BrokerageEXP Realty LLC Ballantyne

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