Charming 1940's cottage with incredible gardens nestled in the heart of Midwood w/ a rocking chair front porch to watch the neighbhorhood go by. Hardwood floors flow throughout the original part of the home while natural light floods the large living room which offers a fireplace w/ gas logs. The hall bath boasts classic black and white tile and a deep soaker tub. The kitchen has timeless subway tile, shaker cabinetry, stone counters & five-burner gas range. It overlooks the generously sized den while the dining room is situated on the opposite side and offers access to the side yard with large deck & beautiful brick surround making for seamless indoor/outdoor entertaining. The second floor boasts a charming loft with built ins and a bonus space for home office or nursery. The primary offers ample space with an updated ensuite w/ a dual vanity and oversized shower stall. This charmer also features a highly coveted garage. All that and so close to everything amazing about Midwood.
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$912,500
1729 Kensington Dr, Charlotte, NC 28205
3beds
2,069sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1941
0.18 Acres Lot
$910,500 Zestimate®
$441/sqft
$3,477 Estimated rent
Home value
$910,500
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Rocking chair front porchLarge deckHardwood floorsBeautiful brick surroundGenerously sized den
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Listed by:
Ken Riel ken.riel@compass.com,
COMPASS
Bought with:
Christy Lewis
NextHome Paramount
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4263350
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Office
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Drop Zone
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Wood
- Basement: Sump Pump,Unfinished
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,069
- Total interior livable area: 2,069 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,069
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Garage Faces Side, Garage on Main Level
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Patio
- Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.18 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 09506210
- Zoning: R5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Full, Wood
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1941
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Midwood
Location
- Region: Charlotte
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $441/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $755,000
- Annual tax amount: $5,964
- Date on market: 5/29/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 12 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Concrete, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/11/2025 | Sold | $912,500-1.4%$441/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4263350 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2025 | Price change | $925,000-0.4%$447/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4263350 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $929,000+18.3%$449/sqft |
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| 4/28/2022 | Sold | $785,000+68.8%$379/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3854693 Report a problem | ||
| 10/12/2018 | Sold | $465,000-4.1%$225/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3370421 Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2018 | Pending sale | $484,900$234/sqft |
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| 8/20/2018 | Listed for sale | $484,900$234/sqft |
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| 8/15/2018 | Pending sale | $484,900$234/sqft |
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| 7/1/2018 | Price change | $484,900-3%$234/sqft |
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| 5/23/2018 | Price change | $499,900-2%$242/sqft |
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| 4/12/2018 | Price change | $510,000-2.9%$246/sqft |
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| 3/22/2018 | Listed for sale | $525,000+44.6%$254/sqft |
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| 6/25/2012 | Sold | $363,000-4.2%$175/sqft |
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| 3/28/2012 | Listed for sale | $379,000-0.5%$183/sqft |
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| 7/31/2008 | Sold | $381,000+77.2%$184/sqft |
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| 5/29/1998 | Sold | $215,000$104/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,964 +1.6% | $755,000 |
| 2024 | $5,870 +3.4% | $755,000 |
| 2023 | $5,677 +20.7% | $755,000 +59.2% |
| 2022 | $4,703 | $474,300 |
| 2021 | -- | $474,300 |
| 2020 | -- | $474,300 |
| 2019 | $4,669 +12.6% | $474,300 +52.8% |
| 2018 | $4,146 +1.8% | $310,400 |
| 2017 | $4,071 | $310,400 |
| 2016 | $4,071 | $310,400 |
| 2015 | $4,071 +0.6% | $310,400 |
| 2014 | $4,049 | $310,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $310,400 -0.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $310,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $310,900 +22.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $254,100 +33.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $189,900 |
| 2008 | -- | $189,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $189,900 |
| 2006 | -- | $189,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $189,900 |
| 2004 | -- | $189,900 |
| 2003 | -- | $189,900 +45.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $130,270 |
| 2001 | -- | $130,270 |
| 2000 | -- | $130,270 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Plaza Midwood
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Shamrock Gardens ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.3 mi
- 7/10Eastway MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 2 mi
- 1/10Garinger High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Shamrock Gardens
- Middle: Eastway
- High: Garinger
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- North Carolina
- Mecklenburg County
- Charlotte
- 28205
- Plaza Midwood
- 1729 Kensington Dr
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