520 E Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
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520 E Franklin Street,Chapel Hill, NC 27514
$1,225,000
- 2 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,000 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Pending
Listed by: katherine c kopp
Office: compass -- chapel hill - durham
MLS#:10162400
Source:RD
Price summary
- Price:$1,225,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$612.5
About this home
Live large in the cozy Roberson Cottage, just two blocks from UNC!
This adorable home was renovated by the current owner, with updated kitchen and baths, refreshed pine paneling, hardwood floors, custom built-in closet and cabinetry and more.
Sit on the front porch in the swing and relax. Enjoy entertaining guests in the living room with a fireplace or share a meal in the dining alcove.
A loft and room above provide extra sleeping or storage space.
The lower level features a separate entrance, full bath and space for a kitchenette. It is the second bedroom in the house and could be guest quarters or a rental apartment as you desire. There was formerly an internal spiral staircase connecting the main level with the lower level. An elevator could potentially be installed between the main and lower levels. Ask listing agent for more information.
The home is located in the East Franklin-Rosemary historic district. Potential additions or exterior changes would need to be approved by the Chapel Hill Historic District Comm.
A short stroll brings you to the UNC campus or to the center of downtown Chapel Hill.
''Nothing could be finer than to be this close to Carolina in the morning!''
New steps constructed to backyard. Estimates obtained for deck repair but seller elected to wait in the event a buyer wanted to reconfigure the deck or add on..
House was recently measured. Loft is 466 sf but is not counted in square footage. Tax records square footage differs from current measurements. Floor plans and sketch are in Documents.
Some furnishings may convey with acceptable offer....
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Home facts
- Year built:1920
- Listing ID #:10162400
- Added:48 day(s) ago
- Updated:June 12, 2026 at 11:55 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:2
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:2
- Half bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:7
- Flooring:Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Basement Description:Apartment, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Heated, Partially Finished, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access
- Living area:2,000 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
- Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Shingle
- Year built:1920
- Building area:2,000 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.23 Acres
- Architectural Style:Cottage, Local Historic Designation
- Construction Materials:Frame
- Exterior Features:Deck, Front Porch, Garden, Patio, Rain Gutters
- Foundation Description:Block
- Levels:One and One Half
Schools
- High school:Chapel Hill Carrboro - East Chapel Hill High School
- Middle school:Chapel Hill Carrboro - Grey Culbreth Middle School
- Elementary school:Chapel Hill Carrboro - Glenwood Elementary School
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$1,225,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$612.5
- Tax amount:$17,181
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked
- Laundry features:Dryer, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked
- Amenities:Electric Water Heater, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked
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