Historical homes you can own in the Greensboro area

2022-10-17 21:30:38 By : Mr. Caroline Mao

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Quintessential English Tudor c.1926 is nestled amongst the towering trees of Old Emerywood! Stunning slate roof, wooden timbers and beautiful brick highlight this 4 bedroom, 5.1 bath jewel. Multiple porches and patios surrounded by gorgeous landscaped grounds provide a quiet oasis! Original mantel surround in the gracious Living Room, the sparkling walnut floors and the leaded glass windows add to the ambiance of an English Manor home. The spacious Dining Room and the charming Sun Room with original tile floor provide lovely entertaining space. Excellent outfitted updated kitchen boasts Carrara marble and tip top appliances! The upper level primary suite is highlighted by a classic, updated bath plus excellent closets. The 3 auxiliary bedrooms each have en suite baths with abundant closet space. Spectacular lower level playroom, with a full wall of windows opens out to the lushly landscaped private yard. A once in a lifetime opportunity for those who cherish a truly fine home! View More

Quintessential English Tudor c.1926 is nestled amongst the towering trees of Old Emerywood! Stunning slate roof, wooden timbers and beautiful brick highlight this 4 bedroom, 5.1 bath jewel. Multiple porches and patios surrounded by gorgeous landscaped grounds provide a quiet oasis! Original mantel surround in the gracious Living Room, the sparkling walnut floors and the leaded glass windows add to the ambiance of an English Manor home. The spacious Dining Room and the charming Sun Room with original tile floor provide lovely entertaining space. Excellent outfitted updated kitchen boasts Carrara marble and tip top appliances! The upper level primary suite is highlighted by a classic, updated bath plus excellent closets. The 3 auxiliary bedrooms each have en suite baths with abundant closet space. Spectacular lower level playroom, with a full wall of windows opens out to the lushly landscaped private yard. A once in a lifetime opportunity for those who cherish a truly fine home!

Renovated beautiful home, move in ready, wont last long. Home includes a list of new updates including roof, driveway, sidewalk, entrance stairs and railing, newly resurfaced, polished original flooring all throughout the house upstairs and downstairs. All new Fridgedair stainless steel appliances to be included in sale of home. All new fixtures, hardware, carpets, and bathrooms throughout the entire home. This home has a permitted wrap around deck added, which leaves the living room and takes you into the kitchen or vice versa. Back yard will make great for private family events with a full privacy fence added to the back yard. home also comes with an updated electric water heater. Move in ready, Schedule your showing today, for more information. open house Saturday 15th Oct. 11am-5pm, come do a walk through and leave some feedback. NO HOA BEST OF ALL and close to HPU. View More

Renovated beautiful home, move in ready, wont last long. Home includes a list of new updates including roof, driveway, sidewalk, entrance stairs and railing, newly resurfaced, polished original flooring all throughout the house upstairs and downstairs. All new Fridgedair stainless steel appliances to be included in sale of home. All new fixtures, hardware, carpets, and bathrooms throughout the entire home. This home has a permitted wrap around deck added, which leaves the living room and takes you into the kitchen or vice versa. Back yard will make great for private family events with a full privacy fence added to the back yard. home also comes with an updated electric water heater. Move in ready, Schedule your showing today, for more information. open house Saturday 15th Oct. 11am-5pm, come do a walk through and leave some feedback. NO HOA BEST OF ALL and close to HPU.

Completed in early 1909, the Harden Thomas Martin House is one of a few surviving examples of Colonial Revival style architecture in the city of Greensboro. It was accepted into the National Register of Historic Places in 1985. Its most distinctive features are the bowed, two-story, Ionic portico which frames the front entrance and the series of eighteen original bowed glass window panes. The driveway provides a formal entrance through a porte-cochère. Inside features a generous center hall with a grand split-run staircase; 6 deluxe suites and 9 baths. All eight of the original fireplaces are intact. The property has been run as a Bed and Breakfast and has a professional cooks’ kitchen with top of the line six burner stove, formal dining, double parlors, and extensive grounds and gardens. Furnishings are negotiable. View More

Completed in early 1909, the Harden Thomas Martin House is one of a few surviving examples of Colonial Revival style architecture in the city of Greensboro. It was accepted into the National Register of Historic Places in 1985. Its most distinctive features are the bowed, two-story, Ionic portico which frames the front entrance and the series of eighteen original bowed glass window panes. The driveway provides a formal entrance through a porte-cochère. Inside features a generous center hall with a grand split-run staircase; 6 deluxe suites and 9 baths. All eight of the original fireplaces are intact. The property has been run as a Bed and Breakfast and has a professional cooks’ kitchen with top of the line six burner stove, formal dining, double parlors, and extensive grounds and gardens. Furnishings are negotiable.

You will fall in LOVE the moment you step into this totally renovated 1918 home in popular Westerwood! Top of the line finishes, moldings, and details throughout. Gorgeous kitchen opens to living area with coffered ceiling & butler's pantry, prep area. Main level laundry w/ drop zone. Amazing Primary Suite on main level! Ensuite bathroom is spacious & beautiful! Double vanity, oversized shower w/ bench, and a closet to die for, plus back porch access! There is a second bedroom on the main level - across from 2nd full bath! Upstairs you will find 2 more bedrooms, and a Bonus Room that is sure to be a favorite hang out! Bonus room offers pretty built-ins, a wet bar and access to a great upper level deck that has unbeatable views of this lovely street! Outdoors there is a front porch, covered back porch, fire pit, fenced in back yard and nice landscaping! A must see home on one of the most beautiful streets in the neighborhood! Close to downtown, shopping, local breweries and dining! View More

You will fall in LOVE the moment you step into this totally renovated 1918 home in popular Westerwood! Top of the line finishes, moldings, and details throughout. Gorgeous kitchen opens to living area with coffered ceiling & butler's pantry, prep area. Main level laundry w/ drop zone. Amazing Primary Suite on main level! Ensuite bathroom is spacious & beautiful! Double vanity, oversized shower w/ bench, and a closet to die for, plus back porch access! There is a second bedroom on the main level - across from 2nd full bath! Upstairs you will find 2 more bedrooms, and a Bonus Room that is sure to be a favorite hang out! Bonus room offers pretty built-ins, a wet bar and access to a great upper level deck that has unbeatable views of this lovely street! Outdoors there is a front porch, covered back porch, fire pit, fenced in back yard and nice landscaping! A must see home on one of the most beautiful streets in the neighborhood! Close to downtown, shopping, local breweries and dining!

Fantastic opportunity to own this BEAUTIFUL mini FARM in the NORTHERN school district. 7+ pristine acres feature an 18 x 36 fenced, salt water pool flanked by a picturesque log cabin, 5+ acres of flat, established cross-fenced HORSE pastures, 3 turn-out sheds, concrete floored tack room, & partially floored hay barn w. 2-bay garage/900 bale capacity. The cozy indoor retreat mixes the best of modern living w. historic charm. Meticulous craftsmanship in every corner. Oak floors throughout, chef's kitchen w. 2 whole ovens, sub-zero fridge, skylights; rocking-chair ready front porch & covered side screened-in porch, patio, newer roof (2019-21), Pella windows, & more quality features. Impeccably updated - using top of the line materials & suppliers - and beyond-lovingly maintained. Country retreat feel, yet close to major thoroughfares and city amenities. Infinite possibilities - horse farm, mini farm, homestead, you name it! Make sure to watch the property VIDEO & vast list of upgrades. View More

Fantastic opportunity to own this BEAUTIFUL mini FARM in the NORTHERN school district. 7+ pristine acres feature an 18 x 36 fenced, salt water pool flanked by a picturesque log cabin, 5+ acres of flat, established cross-fenced HORSE pastures, 3 turn-out sheds, concrete floored tack room, & partially floored hay barn w. 2-bay garage/900 bale capacity. The cozy indoor retreat mixes the best of modern living w. historic charm. Meticulous craftsmanship in every corner. Oak floors throughout, chef's kitchen w. 2 whole ovens, sub-zero fridge, skylights; rocking-chair ready front porch & covered side screened-in porch, patio, newer roof (2019-21), Pella windows, & more quality features. Impeccably updated - using top of the line materials & suppliers - and beyond-lovingly maintained. Country retreat feel, yet close to major thoroughfares and city amenities. Infinite possibilities - horse farm, mini farm, homestead, you name it! Make sure to watch the property VIDEO & vast list of upgrades.

Attention Investors!! Five bedrooms, three full baths with off-street parking directly across the street from the entrance to UNCG. Solid college rental history at $450 a bedroom (tenants pay utilities). Excellent location that's convenient to downtown Greensboro, all major colleges and major shopping and dining. Don't miss this awesome investment opportunity! View More

Attention Investors!! Five bedrooms, three full baths with off-street parking directly across the street from the entrance to UNCG. Solid college rental history at $450 a bedroom (tenants pay utilities). Excellent location that's convenient to downtown Greensboro, all major colleges and major shopping and dining. Don't miss this awesome investment opportunity!

The Francis Marion Smith house was constructed in 1898 & is listed on the National Register of Historical Places. This exquisite home incorporates Queen Anne & Colonial Revival design style elements featuring a high hipped roof, tall chimneys, Tuscan columns & wrap around front covered porch. A true gem situated on a large 1.34 acre lot with patio, deck, storage building & gazebo in the heart of downtown Gibsonville. The interior features a spacious floor plan consisting of 3,536 sq feet, 4 BR’s, 2.5 baths, 2 formal living rms, formal dining rm with built in hutch, 7 wood burning fireplaces, original heart pine floors & extensive original wood moldings throughout. The primary BR on main consists of dual closets, full bath & walk in shower. Brand new hot water heater. Perfect for the lover of older and historically significant homes. The historical registry qualifies this home for a 50% tax value credit. Bed & Bfast or Air BnB potential! View More

The Francis Marion Smith house was constructed in 1898 & is listed on the National Register of Historical Places. This exquisite home incorporates Queen Anne & Colonial Revival design style elements featuring a high hipped roof, tall chimneys, Tuscan columns & wrap around front covered porch. A true gem situated on a large 1.34 acre lot with patio, deck, storage building & gazebo in the heart of downtown Gibsonville. The interior features a spacious floor plan consisting of 3,536 sq feet, 4 BR’s, 2.5 baths, 2 formal living rms, formal dining rm with built in hutch, 7 wood burning fireplaces, original heart pine floors & extensive original wood moldings throughout. The primary BR on main consists of dual closets, full bath & walk in shower. Brand new hot water heater. Perfect for the lover of older and historically significant homes. The historical registry qualifies this home for a 50% tax value credit. Bed & Bfast or Air BnB potential!

The Francis Marion Smith house was constructed in 1898 & is listed on the National Register of Historical Places. This exquisite home incorporates Queen Anne & Colonial Revival design style elements featuring a high hipped roof, tall chimneys, Tuscan columns & wrap around front covered porch. A true gem situated on a large 1.34 acre lot with patio, deck, storage building & gazebo in the heart of downtown Gibsonville. The interior features a spacious floor plan consisting of 3,536 sq feet, 4 BR’s, 2.5 baths, 2 formal living rms, formal dining rm with built in hutch, 7 wood burning fireplaces, original heart pine floors & extensive original wood moldings throughout. The primary BR on main consists of dual closets, full bath & walk in shower. Brand new hot water heater. Perfect for the lover of older and historically significant homes. The historical registry qualifies this home for a 50% tax value credit. Bed & Bfast or Air BnB potential! View More

The Francis Marion Smith house was constructed in 1898 & is listed on the National Register of Historical Places. This exquisite home incorporates Queen Anne & Colonial Revival design style elements featuring a high hipped roof, tall chimneys, Tuscan columns & wrap around front covered porch. A true gem situated on a large 1.34 acre lot with patio, deck, storage building & gazebo in the heart of downtown Gibsonville. The interior features a spacious floor plan consisting of 3,536 sq feet, 4 BR’s, 2.5 baths, 2 formal living rms, formal dining rm with built in hutch, 7 wood burning fireplaces, original heart pine floors & extensive original wood moldings throughout. The primary BR on main consists of dual closets, full bath & walk in shower. Brand new hot water heater. Perfect for the lover of older and historically significant homes. The historical registry qualifies this home for a 50% tax value credit. Bed & Bfast or Air BnB potential!

BACK ON THE MARKET THRU NO FAULT OF THE SELLER!!! Recently updated charming home recent lightning strike has caused damage. Seller is working with insurance company to make repairs but can be sold as is. This home has been a rental for years and the out of state owner had decided to remodel and sell. Home has great curb appeal and nice lot close to downtown. Note: Finished attic areas on the second and third levels of the home do not have heat or air conditioning and have not been included in the gross living area calculations. (538 Sq Ft) +/_. View More

BACK ON THE MARKET THRU NO FAULT OF THE SELLER!!! Recently updated charming home recent lightning strike has caused damage. Seller is working with insurance company to make repairs but can be sold as is. This home has been a rental for years and the out of state owner had decided to remodel and sell. Home has great curb appeal and nice lot close to downtown. Note: Finished attic areas on the second and third levels of the home do not have heat or air conditioning and have not been included in the gross living area calculations. (538 Sq Ft) +/_.

Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to own this 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom ranch floor plan with front porch and deck! This property is all electric, close to major highways, downtown Greensboro, and several universities. Please do not disturb tenants. View More

Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to own this 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom ranch floor plan with front porch and deck! This property is all electric, close to major highways, downtown Greensboro, and several universities. Please do not disturb tenants.

1929 English Tudor home with additional parcel of land (800 Sunset Dr). Primary Suite on main as well as upper level. Arched door opens to hall entry, stairway with landing & hand carved bannisters & spindles. Formal Living Room with fireplace, Dining Room & Library, large Family Room with fireplace. Open kitchen with island & inviting breakfast room overlooking adjacent grounds. Primary on main includes his & hers vanities, separate shower & soaking tub - hallway of closets as well as laundry area. Upper level primary his & hers baths, study or office & former nursery. Third level bonus or bedroom features full bath. Guest quarters attached to garage. Full basement has abundant storage areas. Patio off kitchen leads to private courtyard area. Beautifully appointed home, ideal location, notable landscaping and grounds. A Greensboro favorite for all time. Please see agent only for appointment information. View More

1929 English Tudor home with additional parcel of land (800 Sunset Dr). Primary Suite on main as well as upper level. Arched door opens to hall entry, stairway with landing & hand carved bannisters & spindles. Formal Living Room with fireplace, Dining Room & Library, large Family Room with fireplace. Open kitchen with island & inviting breakfast room overlooking adjacent grounds. Primary on main includes his & hers vanities, separate shower & soaking tub - hallway of closets as well as laundry area. Upper level primary his & hers baths, study or office & former nursery. Third level bonus or bedroom features full bath. Guest quarters attached to garage. Full basement has abundant storage areas. Patio off kitchen leads to private courtyard area. Beautifully appointed home, ideal location, notable landscaping and grounds. A Greensboro favorite for all time. Please see agent only for appointment information.

Stunning Victorian triplex in the College Hill Historic District near Greensboro College, UNCG, and Downtown Greensboro. Fully leased, this property has very strong rent demand and has been significantly updated in the past three years to create a great income stream for the next owner. Downtown Greenway Phase 4 and ongoing revitalization in Downtown Greensboro will continue to add value to this property. See attachments for financials, unit information, and list of recent capital expenditures. Unit 1 - 1/1; Unit 2 - 1/1; Unit 3 - 2/1 (upstairs). View More

Stunning Victorian triplex in the College Hill Historic District near Greensboro College, UNCG, and Downtown Greensboro. Fully leased, this property has very strong rent demand and has been significantly updated in the past three years to create a great income stream for the next owner. Downtown Greenway Phase 4 and ongoing revitalization in Downtown Greensboro will continue to add value to this property. See attachments for financials, unit information, and list of recent capital expenditures. Unit 1 - 1/1; Unit 2 - 1/1; Unit 3 - 2/1 (upstairs).

One of a kind! Old world charm with all new amenities! The best of both worlds! 5 BRs & 4 full Baths. 4600 square feet in main house with possible 565 square feet above garage. Wide plank (8-13") turn of the century heart of pine flooring! Heart of pine flooring also over garage. Literally every inch remolded including complete new wiring, new plumbing & new windows. Wonderful house for entertaining! Primary BR on main level with his & her walk-in closets. Private screen porch. Beautiful Chef's gourmet kitchen with 25 sq. ft. granite island & desk overlooking keeping room with coffered ceiling. Butlers pantry with built-in espresso machine. Front & back stairways. Large oversized garage with extra wide doors. Way too many features to mention! Brochure available upon request. Will not disappoint! Unmatched charm and character! Available for Sale or Rent ($5950/month) View More

One of a kind! Old world charm with all new amenities! The best of both worlds! 5 BRs & 4 full Baths. 4600 square feet in main house with possible 565 square feet above garage. Wide plank (8-13") turn of the century heart of pine flooring! Heart of pine flooring also over garage. Literally every inch remolded including complete new wiring, new plumbing & new windows. Wonderful house for entertaining! Primary BR on main level with his & her walk-in closets. Private screen porch. Beautiful Chef's gourmet kitchen with 25 sq. ft. granite island & desk overlooking keeping room with coffered ceiling. Butlers pantry with built-in espresso machine. Front & back stairways. Large oversized garage with extra wide doors. Way too many features to mention! Brochure available upon request. Will not disappoint! Unmatched charm and character! Available for Sale or Rent ($5950/month)

Built in 1937 by the founder of Burlington Industries, this magnificent Georgian has remained an icon of the Old Irving Park neighborhood. Sited on over three acres. In the late 1990's the house underwent a total renovation by the present owner. The main house features Grand Foyer, Formal Living & Dining Rooms, Sunroom, Library, Kitchen, Butler Pantries, Morning Room, Six Bedrooms, inclusive of a magnificent primary suite with his & hers dressing rooms, baths. Lower level with Sauna, hot tub, bedroom, bath, exercise room & mechanical room. Pool House with two kitchens, two living areas & three bedrooms. The Cottage has open kitchen & living area, massive fireplace, two bedrooms and two baths. Carriage House with living area, kitchen, bedroom & bath. Gazebo, Tennis Court & open air breeze back grounds overlooking beautifully maintained gardens. Picturesque park like grounds face Greensboro Country Club golf course. View More

Built in 1937 by the founder of Burlington Industries, this magnificent Georgian has remained an icon of the Old Irving Park neighborhood. Sited on over three acres. In the late 1990's the house underwent a total renovation by the present owner. The main house features Grand Foyer, Formal Living & Dining Rooms, Sunroom, Library, Kitchen, Butler Pantries, Morning Room, Six Bedrooms, inclusive of a magnificent primary suite with his & hers dressing rooms, baths. Lower level with Sauna, hot tub, bedroom, bath, exercise room & mechanical room. Pool House with two kitchens, two living areas & three bedrooms. The Cottage has open kitchen & living area, massive fireplace, two bedrooms and two baths. Carriage House with living area, kitchen, bedroom & bath. Gazebo, Tennis Court & open air breeze back grounds overlooking beautifully maintained gardens. Picturesque park like grounds face Greensboro Country Club golf course.

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