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400 N Poplar Street
Charlotte NC 28202 US

$950,000

Active Under Contract Listing ID 4328945
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3 bed
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2.00 Bath (2 Full)
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Lot: 0.11 Acres
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Single Family Residence

$950,000

Active Under Contract Listing ID 4328945
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400 N Poplar Street 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 facade, 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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Property Features

  • Facts
  • Lot Size: 0.11 Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub-type: Single Family Residence
  • Features
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Exterior Finish: Fence
  • Floor Covering: Wood
  • Roof Type: Shingle
  • Heating Fuels: Natural Gas, Zoned
  • Additional Features
  • Fireplace
  • Patio

School Information

  • School
  • First Ward(Elementary)
  • Unspecified(MiddleSchool)
  • Unspecified(HighSchool)

Property

  • propertytype: Residential
  • propertysubtype: Single Family Residence
  • listprice: 950000
  • unparsedaddress: 400 N Poplar Street
  • postalcity: Charlotte
  • stateorprovince: NC
  • country: US
  • postalcode: 28202
  • bathroomsfull: 2
  • bathroomshalf: 0
  • bathroomsonequarter: 0
  • bathroomsthreequarter: 0
  • lotsizeacres: 0.11
  • lotsizeunits: Acres
  • lotsizearea: 0.11
  • livingarea: 1876
  • livingareaunits: Square Feet
  • latitude: 35.231176
  • longitude: -80.841554
  • listagentfullname: Randy Cernohorsky
  • listagentemail: centercityrandy@aol.com
  • listagentkey: 3yd-CMLSNC-14243
  • listagentmlsid: 14243
  • listagentpreferredphone: 7049055569
  • listagentofficephone: 7049055569
  • listofficekey: 3yd-CMLSNC-9208
  • listofficemlsid: 9208
  • disclaimer: Copyright © 2026 Canopy MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
  • sourcesystemid: CMLSNC
  • yearbuilt: 1894
  • listingcontractdate: 2026-02-14
  • listagentfax: 8667925740
  • listagenturl: http://www.Themcdevittagency.com
  • countyorparish: Mecklenburg
  • parcelnumber: 078-022-07
  • elementaryschool: First Ward
  • highschool: Unspecified
  • appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Hood, Gas Oven, Gas Range
  • cooling: Central Air
  • constructionmaterials: Wood
  • flooring: Wood
  • heating: Natural Gas, Zoned
  • fireplaceyn: True
  • transactiontype: ForSale
  • storiestotal: 2
  • parkingtotal: 0
  • parkingfeatures: Driveway
  • roof: Shingle
  • waterfrontyn: False
  • franchiseaffiliation: None
  • exteriorfeatures: Fence
  • architecturalstyle: Victorian
  • rooms: Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Bathroom 1, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 2, Laundry Room, Bedroom 2
  • securityfeatures: Security System
  • patioandporchfeatures: Porch
  • dock: False
  • poolprivateyn: False
  • spayn: False
  • fencing: Fenced
  • internetaddressdisplayyn: True
  • internetautomatedvaluationdisplayyn: True
  • internetconsumercommentyn: True
  • location: -80.84155, 35.231174
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Listing Changed: 3/12/2026 12:52:42 AM GMT
Source Updated Date: 3/31/2026 7:48:53 AM GMT

Courtesy of: Randy Cernohorsky, The McDevitt Agency, centercityrandy@aol.com

Copyright © 2026 Canopy MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.