Welcome to a rare and special property in the highly desirable Oakhurst/Amity Gardens neighborhood. "The Poets Cabin" is nestled on over an acre of very private, natural property accompanied by a guest house providing nearly an additional 1,000 square feet! Located just 4 miles from Uptown Charlotte, with easy access to public transport, shopping, restaurants and schools. Hand-built with gorgeous solid woods in the early 1930s, here everyday living feels like a peaceful mountain retreat in the heart of Charlotte - a perfect place emphasizing quality of life without sacrificing convenience.
This home offers timeless charm and character at every turn. Come down the natural walkway surrounded by magnificent plants, flowers and trees. Enter the large, screened front porch perfect for outdoor dining and entertaining. Step through the vintage Dutch door adorned with custom ironwork and you’re immediately greeted by soaring ceilings and exposed wooden beams in the family and dining areas creating a light, airy feel. Historic details are thoughtfully preserved throughout, including crank-operated windows, white oak floors and original wall sconces. The large stone fireplace anchors the main living space, complete with decorative iron convection vents and a hearth crane designed for large pots for open fire cooking, an extraordinary nod to the home’s history. A small greenhouse is tucked away off the back of the home for plant enthusiasts.
The generous gardens and stunning woods filled with countless song-birds offer their own unique outdoor living spaces. They invite to plant, take walks, play games, watch nature, listen, rest and meditate. There is a designated fire-pit area and a private well in original well-house that is used mostly for watering. Privacy is further protected by a 15 foot natural area easement on adjacent property. Natural area is noted on survey.
“The Poets Cabin” also boasts a creative pedigree as the Charlotte Repertory Theatre, Charlotte Folk Society, Moving Poets and many others used this home and property for artistic endeavors. For decades, it has been a place for readings, performances, dances, and concerts deeply woven into the Charlotte’s arts and creative community - a place of soul and gatherings. Every room, nook and corner presents an opportunity for livable space encouraging connection.
A separate cabin currently used as an artist studio sits on the property, featuring two large rooms, a fully plumbed bathroom, and an additional space that could easily be converted into a kitchen. Heating and air conditioning in the studio are currently only serviced by a portable HVAC and a dehumidifier, but an additional mini-split system is already purchased and can be installed. This approx 1000 sqft cabin offers excellent potential as a guest house or short-term rental opportunity.
The property also offers significant development potential. It s currently zoned N1-D, which could allow sub-division and the development of single family, duet, trio and quadruplex homes on a minimum lot size of 3500sf in accordance with the relevant regulations.
Due to the complexity of the age of this vintage home, this one of a kind property is being sold “As is." Showings preferred on Saturdays between 12-5 due to work-at-home schedules, but we will do our best to accommodate requests when given 24 hours notice.
Come experience “The Poets Cabin” for yourself, an extraordinary opportunity with a truly storied past and an enduring sense of place. This home is ideal for the discerning buyer who values serenity, natural beauty and the ability to entertain with ease in a central location.
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Price cut: $100K (9/24)
$1,390,000
2107 Mandarin Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28205
3beds
2,524sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1935
1.08 Acres Lot
$1,307,500 Zestimate®
$551/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Designated fire-pit areaWhite oak floorsOriginal wall sconcesCrank-operated windows
- 165 days
- 686
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Anne Byrd anne.byrd@nestrealty.com,
Nest Realty Lake Norman
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4341340
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: 2nd Living Quarters
Bedroom s
- Level: 2nd Living Quarters
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: 2nd Living Quarters
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: 2nd Living Quarters
Loft
- Level: Upper
Sunroom
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Bar Fridge, Electric Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Flooring: Slate, Vinyl, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,524
- Total interior livable area: 2,524 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,524
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Screened
Lot
- Size: 1.08 Acres
Living quarters
- Secondary features: Guest House
Details
- Parcel number: 16106410
- Zoning: N1-D
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Log, Wood
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1935
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City, Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Amity Gardens
Location
- Region: Charlotte
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $551/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $444,000
- Date on market: 4/30/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 165 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Gravel, Paved
Estimated market value
$1,307,500
$1.24M - $1.37M
$3,389/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/24/2026 | Price change | $1,390,000-6.7%$551/sqft |
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| 4/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,490,000+168.7%$590/sqft |
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| 11/3/2021 | Sold | $554,500-9.8%$220/sqft |
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| 11/18/2020 | Sold | $615,000+105%$244/sqft |
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| 6/3/2014 | Sold | $300,000$119/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $444,000 +0% |
| 2024 | -- | $443,900 |
| 2023 | -- | $443,900 -26.6% |
| 2022 | -- | $605,100 |
| 2021 | -- | $605,100 |
| 2020 | -- | $605,100 -24.6% |
| 2019 | -- | $802,400 +141.5% |
| 2018 | $4,507 | $332,300 |
| 2017 | -- | $332,300 |
| 2016 | -- | $332,300 |
| 2015 | -- | $332,300 -19.9% |
| 2013 | -- | $415,000 -0.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $416,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $416,300 +74.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $238,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $238,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $238,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $238,500 |
| 2006 | -- | $238,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $238,500 |
| 2004 | -- | $238,500 |
| 2003 | -- | $238,500 +52% |
| 2002 | -- | $156,940 |
| 2001 | -- | $156,940 |
| 2000 | -- | $156,940 |
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Neighborhood: Oakhurst
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Oakhurst Steam Academy
- 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.







