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Fourth Ward
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$950k

$950,000

400 N Poplar Street

3Beds
2Baths
1,876Sq Ft
1894Built

About This Property

Step into one of Uptown Charlotte’s most storied and admired residences. The iconic “Bootlegger House” is a rare opportunity to own a landmark property rich in character, history, and architectural charm. Built in 1894, this enchanting Eastlake Victorian has been lovingly preserved and thoughtfully modernized by its current owners. Its storybook façade, intricate millwork, and period details blend effortlessly with high-end updates for today’s lifestyle. A Storied Past During Prohibition, the home earned its nickname as a discreet destination for black-market liquor—cleverly hidden in a secret compartment in the foyer, still intact today. Its legacy has made it a beloved local treasure. Featured & Celebrated, this home and its lush gardens have been showcased on:

• Mint Museum Home & Garden Tour

• Wing Haven Garden Tour

CAR MLS # 292051726

Quick Facts

Time on Site

18 days ago

Property Type

Residential

Year Built

1894

Price/Sq.Ft.

$506

Property Details
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
2
Living Area:
1,876 SqFt
Sub-Type:
SingleFamilyResidence
Schools
Elementary:
First Ward
Middle:
Unspecified
High:
Unspecified
School assignments may change. Contact the school district to confirm.

Features & Amenities

Location & Map

Address

400 N Poplar Street, Charlotte, NC 28202

Community

Fourth Ward

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Additional Information

Utilities

Sewer
  • Public Sewer
Water Source
  • City

Lot And Land

Fencing
  • Back Yard
  • Fenced
  • Wood
Lot Features
  • Corner Lot
  • Green Area
  • Pond(s)
  • Views
Lot Size Units
Acres
Other Structures
  • Shed(s)

Agent Contacts

Listing Agent
Listing agent: Randy Cernohorsky (704-905-5569)
Listing Office
Listing provided courtesy of: The McDevitt Agency (704-333-2475)
Request Showing
  • Palmetto Park Realty Team Fort Mill: 803.548.6123
Source Identification
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Interior Details

Heating
  • Natural Gas
  • Zoned
Flooring
  • Wood
Sq Ft Main
1165
Room Count
13
Sq Ft Lower
0
Sq Ft Third
0
Sq Ft Upper
711
Bedroom Main
1
Bedroom Upper
2
Full Bath Main
1
Half Bath Main
0
Full Bath Upper
1
Half Bath Upper
0
Half Bathrooms
0
Total Bathrooms
2
Laundry Features
  • Main Level
Main Level Garage Y N
0
Security Features
  • Security System
Sq Ft Unheated Total
0
Fireplace Features
  • Family Room
  • Gas Log
  • Gas Vented
  • Living Room
  • Primary Bedroom
  • Other - See Remarks
Sq Ft Total Property H L A
1876

Exterior Features

Roof
  • Architectural Shingle
Exterior Features
  • Fence
Construction Materials
  • Wood
Patio And Porch Features
  • Covered
  • Front Porch

Parking And Garage

Open Parking
true
Parking Features
  • Driveway
Open Parking Spaces
3

Financial Information

City Taxes Paid To
Charlotte

Dwelling And Structure

Architectural Style
  • Victorian

Basement And Foundation

Foundation Details
  • Crawl Space

Zoning And Restrictions

Zoning Specification
U R1

Square Footage And Levels

Levels
  • Two
Above Grade Finished Area
1876
Below Grade Finished Area
0

Additional C A R Information

Assumable
No
Auction Y N
0
C C R Subject To
No
Owner Agent Y N
1
Deed Reference
11283-956
Land Included Y N
1
Construction Type
Site Built
Attribution Contact
Mls Major Change Type
Under Contract- Show
Down Payment Resource Y N
0
Attribution Type Listing
List Agent Email
Green Verification Count
0
Syndicate Participation
Participant Options
Canopy MLS

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