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- 400 N Poplar Street
400 N Poplar Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Integrity Partners
Listed by: randy cernohorsky
Office: the mcdevitt agency
MLS#:4328945
Source:CH
400 N Poplar Street,Charlotte, NC 28202
$950,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- - sq. ft.
- Single family
- Coming Soon
Price summary
- Price:$950,000
About this home
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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Home facts
- Year built:1894
- Listing ID #:4328945
- Updated:February 10, 2026 at 09:13 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:2
- Full bathrooms:2
Heating and cooling
- Heating:Natural Gas
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1894
Schools
- High school:Unspecified
- Elementary school:First Ward
Utilities
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$950,000
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