729 E Franklin St

Chapel Hill, NC 27514

$3,950,000
Last Sold Price
6
Beds
5,586 Sq. Ft.
$707 / Sq. Ft.
5,586
Sq. Ft.
$707
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Rarely available, The Greenlaw House, a stunning, historic estate built in 1922 for Edwin Greenlaw, namesake of UNC's Greenlaw Hall. Designed by Arthur Nash, whose major works include the Carolina Inn, Wilson Library, and Venable Hall, among many other campus buildings contributing to UNC Chapel Hill's reputation as one of the most beautiful college campuses in the US. The current owners and their architect retained the beautiful architectural details, but added the modern updates and features selective...Rarely available, The Greenlaw House, a stunning, historic estate built in 1922 for Edwin Greenlaw, namesake of UNC's Greenlaw Hall. Designed by Arthur Nash, whose major works include the Carolina Inn, Wilson Library, and Venable Hall, among many other campus buildings contributing to UNC Chapel Hill's reputation as one of the most beautiful college campuses in the US. The current owners and their architect retained the beautiful architectural details, but added the modern updates and features selective buyers require when . This impressive property now boasts 5586 sq.ft., 4/5 BR's and 4.5 BA's in the main house & includes a large gourmet kitchen, luxurious owner's suite, spacious rooms ideal for entertaining on the main floor, five fireplaces, screened porch, pool with 40'x 19'5' bluestone patio, grilling deck, fire pit, wine cellar, detached garage (with a beautiful exercise room and pool bath), plus an open concept guest house (built in 2001). Total Living Area - 6768 sq.ft. and almost an acre of professionally landscaped front and backyards. It's perfect!
  1. Listed by Cary Greenleaf • Keller Williams Realty United

Property Details for 729 East Franklin Street

Subdivision
Not in a Subdivision
LISTING UPDATED: 09/12/2024 08:53 AM

Property Details for 729 East Franklin Street

StatusClosed
MLS #2510777
Days on Market365
Taxes$34,463 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1922
Lot Size0.90 AC / 39,204 SF
CountyOrange County

Location

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Building Information for 729 East Franklin Street

Stories-Year Built1922Building Size-Lot Size0.90 AC / 39,204 SF

Payment Calculator

$23,568 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$20,696

Property Taxes

$2,872

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 729 East Franklin Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Directions: Franklin St. between The Glen and Park Pl. Enter shared driveway between 729 and 733 E Franklin and turn on the circular drive and under the porte-cochère to the front door.
  • Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
  • Latitude: 35.917694
  • Longitude: -79.041747
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • HOA 1 Fees Required: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $34,462.80
  • City Limits Of: Chapel Hill
  • City Limits YN: Yes
  • FIPS Code: 37135
  • Lot Number: N/A
  • Restrictive Covenants YN: Yes
Contract Information
  • Original Listing ID: 2510777
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Property Leased YN: No
  • Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
  • Due Diligence Expiration Date: 2024-05-31
School Information
  • Elementary School: CH/Carrboro - Northside
  • Middle Or Junior School: CH/Carrboro - Guy Phillips
  • High School: CH/Carrboro - East Chapel Hill
Parking
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Circular Driveway, Covered, Deck, Detached, Drive Through, Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Rear, Garage Faces Side, Parking Pad
  • Carport: No
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
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Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 5586.0
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Garden, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 187 x 341 x 73 x 275
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Detached Living Area Sq Ft: 1182
  • Other Area Above Grade: 3037
  • Other Area Below Grade: 1828
  • Total Other Area Sq Ft: 4865
  • Other Structures: Garage(s), Guest House, Pergola
  • Parcel Number: 9788785857
  • Structure Type: Site Built
  • Enhanced Accessible: No
  • Power Production YN: Yes
  • Primary Residence YN: Yes
  • Sold PriceList Price: 1
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Photos Count: 68
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 240.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Historical Area
  • Senior Community: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water_Sewer: Public, Public Sewer, Cable Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
Green Features
  • Green Water Conservation: Low-Flow Fixtures
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: Standby Generator
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Fenced Yard, Fire Pit, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Smart Irrigation
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened
  • Pool Features: In Ground, Outdoor Pool, Private, Salt Water
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Shingle, Metal
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Prewired, Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
  • New Construction Type: Wood Siding, Site Built
Interior Features
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Basement Description: Concrete, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Partially Finished, Storage Space, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
  • Fireplace Features: Bedroom, Family Room, Gas, Gas Log, Living Room, Masonry, Master Bedroom
  • Fireplace Y N: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 5
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Marble, Tile
  • Windows Treatment: Blinds, Insulated Windows, Plantation Shutters, Skylight(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air, Multi Units
  • Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Fireplace(s), Floor Furnace, Natural Gas, Radiant Floor
  • Heating?: Yes
  • Appliances: Bar Fridge, Built-In Refrigerator, Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Down Draft, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven, Water Heater, Water Purifier, Water Softener
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Sink, Upper Level
  • Interior Features: Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Room Over Garage, Separate Shower, Shower Only, Smooth Ceilings, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower, Water Closet
  • Equipment Appliances: Bar Fridge, Built-In Refrigerator, Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Down Draft, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven, Water Heater, Water Purifier, Water Softener
  • Interior: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected, Attached, Circular Driveway, Covered, Deck, Detached, Drive Through, Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Rear, Garage Faces Side, Parking Pad, Wood Siding, Laundry Room, Sink, Upper Level, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Prewired, Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Equipment: Bar Fridge, Built-In Refrigerator, Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Down Draft, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven, Water Heater, Water Purifier, Water Softener, Laundry Room, Sink, Upper Level, Attached, Circular Driveway, Covered, Deck, Detached, Drive Through, Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Rear, Garage Faces Side, Parking Pad
  • Additional Equipment: Generator, Irrigation Equipment
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 15.0
Room 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Entrance Hall
Room 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
Room 7
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 8
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 9
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 10
  • Room Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 11
  • Room Description: Finished Bonus Room, Bonus Room Over Garage
  • Room Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
Room 12
  • Room Description: Sunroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 729 East Franklin Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 3, 2024

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2510777

—
Aug 3, 2024

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2510777

—
Aug 2, 2024

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2510777

$3,950,000—
Jul 19, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1538651100

$3,950,000

+16.4% / yr

May 13, 2024

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2510777

—
May 14, 2023

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2510777

$4,250,000—
May 14, 2023

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2510777

$4,250,000—
May 23, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #596741923

$1,335,000

+0.9% / yr

May 23, 2017

Sold

AMLS #2092508

$1,335,000—
May 23, 2017

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2092508

$1,335,000—
May 23, 2017

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2092508

$1,335,000—
Oct 1, 2016

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2092508

$1,875,000—
Oct 1, 2016

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #2092508

$1,875,000—
Oct 1, 2016

Expired

TRIANGLEMLS #2049883

—
Oct 1, 2016

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2092508

$1,499,000—
Oct 1, 2016

Expired

TRIANGLEMLS #2049883

—
Oct 1, 2016

Listed (Active)

AMLS #2092508

$1,875,000—
Sep 30, 2016

Expired

AMLS #2049883

$1,875,000—
Feb 16, 2016

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2049883

$2,000,000—
Feb 16, 2016

Listed (Active)

AMLS #2049883

$2,000,000—
Feb 16, 2016

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2049883

$2,000,000—
Mar 24, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #156618474

$1,200,000—
Mar 24, 2005

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #738672

$1,200,000—
Mar 24, 2005

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #738672

$1,200,000—
Mar 24, 2005

Sold

AMLS #738672

$1,200,000—
Apr 15, 2004

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #738672

$1,550,000—
Apr 15, 2004

Listed (Active)

AMLS #738672

$1,550,000—
Apr 15, 2004

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #738672

$1,550,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/03/2024

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2510777

—
08/03/2024

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2510777

—
08/02/2024

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2510777

$3,950,000
07/19/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1538651100

$3,950,000

+16.4% / yr

05/13/2024

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2510777

—
05/14/2023

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2510777

$4,250,000
05/14/2023

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2510777

$4,250,000
05/23/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #596741923

$1,335,000

+0.9% / yr

05/23/2017

Sold

AMLS #2092508

$1,335,000
05/23/2017

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2092508

$1,335,000
05/23/2017

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2092508

$1,335,000
10/01/2016

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2092508

$1,875,000
10/01/2016

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #2092508

$1,875,000
10/01/2016

Expired

TRIANGLEMLS #2049883

—
10/01/2016

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2092508

$1,499,000
10/01/2016

Expired

TRIANGLEMLS #2049883

—
10/01/2016

Listed (Active)

AMLS #2092508

$1,875,000
09/30/2016

Expired

AMLS #2049883

$1,875,000
02/16/2016

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2049883

$2,000,000
02/16/2016

Listed (Active)

AMLS #2049883

$2,000,000
02/16/2016

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2049883

$2,000,000
03/24/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #156618474

$1,200,000
03/24/2005

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #738672

$1,200,000
03/24/2005

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #738672

$1,200,000
03/24/2005

Sold

AMLS #738672

$1,200,000
04/15/2004

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #738672

$1,550,000
04/15/2004

Listed (Active)

AMLS #738672

$1,550,000
04/15/2004

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #738672

$1,550,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 729 East Franklin Street

Taxable ValueLand$555,800Additions$1,553,719Total$2,109,519
Tax Record2024$35,459 ($2,955 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths4Total Finished SqFt6,327 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt6,327 SqFtStories2Lot Size39,204 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1922Year Renovated2014ZoningR-1CountyORANGEAPN9788-78-5857Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 729 East Franklin Street

This home is within Chapel Hill-Carrboro City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 8 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Northside Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Guy Phillips Middle School
Public6 to 8

East Chapel Hill High School
Public9 to 12

Phoenix Academy High School
Public8 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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