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400 N Poplar St, Charlotte, NC 28202
400 N Poplar St, Charlotte, NC 28202
Sold for $930,000
400 N Poplar St, Charlotte, NC 28202
Sold for $930,000
400 N Poplar St, Charlotte, NC 28202
400 N Poplar St, Charlotte, NC 28202
400 N Poplar St, Charlotte, NC 28202
400 N Poplar St, Charlotte, NC 28202

400 N Poplar St Charlotte, NC 28202

$930,000

CLOSED
Beds
3
Baths
2
Sqft
1,876
Acres
0.11
Year
1894
Close Date
Mar 30, 2026
Property Type
Residential
Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Per Square Foot
$496
Date Listed
Feb 14, 2026

Description of 400 N Poplar St, Charlotte, NC 28202

Listing details for 400 N Poplar St, Charlotte, NC 28202 : 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!
Listing Updated : 04-16-2026 at 3:51 AM EDT
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The McDevitt Agency

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Source

Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: CAR4328945

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Property History

DateEventPrice
3/30/2026
Sold
$930,000 -2.1%
$496/sqft
Source:Canopy MLS #CAR4328945
2/14/2026
Listed for sale
$950,000
$506/sqft
Source:Canopy MLS #CAR4328945

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