400 Poplar Street, Charlotte NC
- 3 Bed
- 2 Bath
- 1165 ft2
- 0.1 ac
For Sale $950,000
Remarks:
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 • Fourth Ward Secret Gardens Tour • Fourth Ward Christmas Tour • Cover feature of Our State Magazine • Charlotte Convention & Visitors Guide Unmatched Location & Views perfectly positioned on a prominent corner lot, the property offers rare, unobstructed city-skyline views—dramatic by day and dazzling by night. Located in the heart of Fourth Ward, the home is an effortless walk to Charlotte’s best dining, theaters, parks, museums, and nightlife. Thoughtfully Updated for the Future. The current owners have sized the upstairs HVAC to support a future second-floor addition over the rear dining room and kitchen, offering flexibility for expansion while preserving the home’s architectural integrity. Highlights include: Historic Eastlake Victorian architecture, Original period details + modern updates, Secret bootlegger compartment from the Prohibition era, Premier corner lot with skyline views, Gardens featured on multiple prestigious tours. Walkable to everything Uptown has to offer!
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General Information:
| List Price: | $950,000 |
| Status: | For Sale |
| Bedrooms: | 3 |
| Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Approx Sq. Ft.: | 1165 sqft |
| Parking: | Driveway |
| MLS Number: | CAR4328945 |
| Subdivision: | Fourth Ward |
| Style: | Victorian |
| Bathrooms: | 2 |
| Lot Description: | Corner Lot, Green Area, Pond(s), Views |
| Year Built: | 1894 |
| Sewer Type: | Public Sewer |
Assigned Schools:
| Elementary: | First Ward |
| Middle: | Unspecified |
| High: | Unspecified |
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Price & Sales History
| Date | Event | Price | $/SQFT |
| 08-02-2025 | Price Decrease | $335,000-6.94% | $288 |
| 06-11-2025 | Price Decrease | $360,000-6.49% | $310 |
| 05-11-2025 | Listed | $385,000 | $331 |
Nearby Schools
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| School Name | Distance | Grades | Rating |
| First Ward Creative Arts Acad | 1 miles | KG-05 | 5 |
| Irwin Academic Center | 1 miles | KG-05 | 9 |
| Walter G. Byers School | 1 miles | PK-05 | 1 |
| Elizabeth Traditional Elem | 1 miles | KG-05 | 7 |
| Bruns Academy | 1 miles | PK-05 | 1 |
| Oaklawn Language Academy | 1 miles | KG-06 | 7 |
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Properties For Sale Nearby
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| Street Address | Distance | Status | List Price | Days on Market |
| 400 Poplar Street, Charlotte NC | 0 mi | $950,000 | days | |
| 415 Church Street, Charlotte NC | 0 mi | $495,000 | days | |
| 400 Church Street, Charlotte NC | 0.1 mi | $1,100,000 | days | |
| 229 Church Street, Charlotte NC | 0.1 mi | $549,900 | days | |
| 515 Church Street, Charlotte NC | 0.1 mi | $294,900 | days | |
| 425 8th Street, Charlotte NC | 0.1 mi | $272,500 | days |
Sold Properties Nearby
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| Down Payment Amount | $990,000 |
| Mortgage Amount | $3,960,000 |
| Monthly Payment (Principal & Interest Only) | $19,480 |
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| Total Monthly Payment | $20,941 |
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Property Listing Information
A Courtesy Listing Provided By The McDevitt Agency
400 Poplar Street, Charlotte NC is a 1165 ft2 on a 0.110 acres lot. This is for $950,000. This has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and was built in 1894.
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