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400 Poplar
Charlotte, NC 28202
3
bedrooms
2
baths
1,876
sq.ft.
$506
price per sf
Presented By
Carnarri Cofield
REALTOR®
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 • 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!
About the Neighborhood
Homes for sale in 28202 place buyers at the literal center of Charlotte's urban core, encompassing Uptown Charlotte's First Ward, Second Ward, Third Ward, and Fourth Ward neighborhoods in one of the most architecturally diverse zip codes in the Carolinas. The residential landscape spans the full spectrum — from meticulously restored late Victorian and early Colonial Revival townhomes in Fourth Ward Historic District to sleek glass-and-steel luxury high-rises and mid-rise condos lining Tryon Street and College Street. Residents enjoy immediate walkability to Romare Bearden Park, the Spectrum Center, and the nascent South Tryon Street dining corridor, with Bank of America Corporate Center and Wells Fargo's East Coast headquarters among the major employers within steps of front doors. The LYNX Blue Line, CATS bus rapid transit, and the planned Gold Line streetcar extension all originate or pass through 28202, making car-free urban living entirely viable. For buyers seeking true lock-and-leave urban living with zero compromise on proximity to Charlotte's cultural, culinary, and employment core, the 28202 real estate market offers a compelling and continually appreciating investment.
Property Features
Property Description
- Beds Total: 3
- Full Baths: 2
- Half Baths: 0
- Year Built: 1894
- Living Area: 1,876 sqft
- New Construction: No
- MLS #: 4328945
Additional Home Features
- Subdivision: Fourth Ward
- Neighborhood: Fourth Ward
Association
- HOA Required: No
Interior Features
- Heating: Natural Gas, Zoned
- Cooling: Central Air
- Main Level
Appliances
- Convection Oven
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Exhaust Hood
- Gas Oven
- Gas Range
Construction Materials
- Wood
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Cooling
- Central Air
Foundation Details
- Crawl Space
Heating
- Natural Gas
- Zoned
Laundry Features
- Main Level
Levels
- Two
Parking Features
- Driveway
Exterior Features
- Fence
- Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Wood
- Patio/Porch: Covered, Front Porch
Other Structures
- Shed(s)
Road
- Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
- Road Surface Type: Cobblestone, Paved
Sewer
- Public Sewer
WaterSource
- City
Architectural Style
- Victorian
Security Features
- Security System
Flooring
- Wood
Fireplace
- Fireplace: Yes
- Family Room
- Gas Log
- Gas Vented
- Living Room
- Primary Bedroom
- Other - See Remarks
Location
LISTING COURTESY OF: THE MCDEVITT AGENCY
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$950,000
Est. Payment: $4,883/mo
Adjust down payment, rate & terms
400 Poplar
Charlotte, NC 28202
3
bedrooms
2
baths
1,876
sq.ft.
$506
price per sf
Presented By
Carnarri Cofield
REALTOR®
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$950,000
400 Poplar
3 bed, 2 bath