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Rensselaer Place Condos with 1926 Character

Rensselaer Place sits in one of Charlotte’s most recognizable historic pockets, where 1920s architecture, front porches, and a close-in South End setting create an easy sense of place.

Active
1
Recently Sold
11

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About Rensselaer Place

Community overview based on MLS listing data for Rensselaer Place, Charlotte

First Impressions

Rensselaer Place sits in one of Charlotte’s most recognizable historic pockets, where 1920s architecture, front porches, and a close-in South End setting create an easy sense of place. The community reads as intimate and established, with condo ownership that often lives more like a detached bungalow than a typical multi-unit building. Many homes carry the charm of original hardwoods, tall ceilings, and period details, then pair that character with updated kitchens, renovated baths, and fresh lighting.

"Historic charm and urban convenience meet in a compact, walkable Charlotte enclave."

Home Styles & Community Feel

The housing here is overwhelmingly defined by 1926-built condominium residences, and that consistency gives the neighborhood a very coherent look and feel. Several homes are detached or live like stand-alone cottages even when deeded as condos, which adds to the sense of privacy and individuality. Front porches, hardwood floors, built-ins, and covered outdoor spaces show up again and again, along with thoughtful modern updates such as granite counters, stainless appliances, and refreshed baths. With no garages, basements, or waterfront homes in the mix, the emphasis stays on classic bungalow-scale living and low-maintenance ownership.

Amenities & Daily Rhythm

Daily life in Rensselaer Place is shaped by walkability. Residents are close to the light rail, South End, Uptown Charlotte, and Bank of America Stadium, with restaurants, boutiques, breweries, and neighborhood shopping all within easy reach. Latta Park also appears as a nearby green escape, adding a welcome counterpoint to the urban setting. The community’s rhythm is more about stepping out the door than getting in the car, and several homes note porch living, skyline views, and off-street or nearby parking as part of the experience.

"Porch living, light-rail access, and South End energy define the everyday pace here."

Location & Schools

Rensselaer Place is positioned near Cleveland Avenue and Rensselaer Place in the Dilworth/South End area of Charlotte, just a block from South Boulevard in some descriptions and only two blocks from the light rail in others. It is also described as a short distance to I-277 and I-77, with easy access to downtown Charlotte and Uptown. Nearby destinations include South End, Uptown Charlotte, Bank of America Stadium, Latta Park, East Blvd, and the area’s restaurants, bars, and boutique shops. School assignments are listed as Dilworth Latta Campus/Dilworth Sedgefield Campus for elementary, Sedgefield Middle, and Myers Park High, with the neighborhood fitting squarely into a well-established central Charlotte setting.

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Recently Sold in Rensselaer Place 11 recently sold in Rensselaer Place, Charlotte with dates and property details

Recently Sold

11 recently sold in Rensselaer Place, Charlotte

Property Sold Sold Price Days on Market Size Sold to Ask Sold $/SF
1528 S Rensselaer Place sold home in Charlotte, SC 1528 S Rensselaer Place 2 bd · 1 ba Jun 16 2026 $360,000 221 878 sq ft 97.3% $410
1514 S Rensselaer Place sold home in Charlotte, SC 1514 S Rensselaer Place 2 bd · 1 ba May 30 2025 $470,000 35 1,089 sq ft 99.0% $432
1517 Cleveland Avenue sold home in Charlotte, SC 1517 Cleveland Avenue 2 bd · 1 ba Aug 14 2024 $413,500 35 882 sq ft 103.6% $469
1505 Rensselaer Place 11 sold home in Charlotte, SC 1505 Rensselaer Place 11 2 bd · 1 ba Aug 13 2024 $440,000 46 998 sq ft 95.7% $441
1517 Cleveland Avenue B sold home in Charlotte, SC 1517 Cleveland Avenue B 2 bd · 1 ba Jan 31 2024 $425,000 62 947 sq ft 102.4% $449
1525 Cleveland Avenue sold home in Charlotte, SC 1525 Cleveland Avenue 2 bd · 1 ba Sep 17 2021 $480,000 92 1,382 sq ft 96.0% $347
1501 Cleveland Avenue B sold home in Charlotte, SC 1501 Cleveland Avenue B 1 bd · 1 ba Sep 9 2021 $245,000 41 730 sq ft 102.1% $336
1514 S Rensselaer Place #5 sold home in Charlotte, SC 1514 S Rensselaer Place #5 2 bd · 1 ba Aug 23 2021 $399,500 52 1,089 sq ft 102.7% $367
1524 Rensselaer Place sold home in Charlotte, SC 1524 Rensselaer Place 2 bd · 1 ba Apr 5 2021 $330,000 46 819 sq ft 98.5% $403
1520 Rensselaer Place sold home in Charlotte, SC 1520 Rensselaer Place 2 bd · 1 ba Oct 13 2020 $339,000 32 929 sq ft 100.0% $365
1501 Cleveland Avenue sold home in Charlotte, SC 1501 Cleveland Avenue 1 bd · 1 ba Aug 6 2020 $202,000 77 744 sq ft 101.1% $272

Market Trends

Closed sales from MLS history for Rensselaer Place, Charlotte

Median sale price · trailing 12 mo
$339,000
5 sales closed · Oct 2020 – Sep 2021

Rensselaer Place median sale price is $339,000.

Below trend-line threshold — too few sales for a 12-month median

$250k $300k $350k $400k $450k 20222023202420252026 Sales closed per quarter peak 3

The Rensselaer Place real estate market shows balanced market conditions. Homes typically sell within 46 days. With 1 active listing and 1 home sold in the past year, a healthy balance exists between buyers and sellers.

Pricing

Median Price
$435,000
Average Price
$435,000
$/Sq.Ft (Q1)
$356
1-Yr Price Trend
−18.2%

Property Details

Avg Bedrooms
1.8
Avg Bathrooms
1.0
Avg Lot Size
0.07 acres

Market Activity

Active Listings
1
Sold Last Year
1
Median Days to Sell
46 days

Community Info

Median Year Built
1926
New Construction
0%
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