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!
Sold for $3,950,000
$3,950,000
729 E Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
6beds
5,586sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1922
0.9 Acres Lot
$4,279,800 Zestimate®
$707/sqft
$7,520 Estimated rent
Home value
$4,279,800
$3.89M - $4.71M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Cary Greenleaf 919-904-1789,
Keller Williams Realty United
Bought with:
Jesse Maynard, 316061
Navigate Realty
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 2510777
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s), Floor Furnace, Natural Gas, Radiant Floor
Cooling
- Central Air, Multi Units
Appliances
- Included: 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: Laundry Room, Sink, Upper Level
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
- Flooring: Hardwood, Marble, Tile
- Windows: Blinds, Insulated Windows, Plantation Shutters, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Concrete, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Partially Finished, Storage Space, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Bedroom, Family Room, Gas, Gas Log, Living Room, Masonry, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,586
- Total interior livable area: 5,586 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,346
- Finished area below ground: 240
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- 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
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Standby Generator
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Balcony, Fenced Yard, Fire Pit, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Smart Irrigation
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Outdoor Pool, Private, Salt Water
- Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 0.9 Acres
- Dimensions: 187 x 341 x 73 x 275
- Features: Front Yard, Garden, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s), Guest House, Pergola
- Parcel number: 9788785857
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle, Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1922
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Lighting, Thermostat
- Water conservation: Low-Flow Fixtures
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Historical Area
- Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Chapel Hill
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $707/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $4,052,019
- Annual tax amount: $34,462
- Date on market: 5/15/2023
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/2/2024 | Sold | $3,950,000$707/sqft |
Source:  Doorify MLS #2510777 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2024 | Pending sale | $3,950,000$707/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #2510777 Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/2024 | Price change | $3,950,000-7.1%$707/sqft |
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| 5/18/2023 | Listed for sale | $4,250,000+183.5%$761/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #2510777 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2017 | Listing removed | $1,499,000$268/sqft |
Source: Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's International Realty #2092508 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2017 | Pending sale | $1,499,000+12.3%$268/sqft |
Source: Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's International Realty #2092508 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2017 | Sold | $1,335,000-10.9%$239/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #2092508 Report a problem | ||
| 3/22/2017 | Price change | $1,499,000-6.1%$268/sqft |
Source: Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's International Realty #2092508 Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/2016 | Price change | $1,595,900-11.3%$286/sqft |
Source: Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's International Realty #2092508 Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2016 | Price change | $1,799,900-4%$322/sqft |
Source: Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's International Realty #2092508 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2016 | Price change | $1,875,000-6.3%$336/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolinas Realty #2049883 Report a problem | ||
| 2/27/2016 | Listed for sale | $2,000,000+66.7%$358/sqft |
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| 3/24/2005 | Sold | $1,200,000$215/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $52,876 +49.1% | $4,052,019 +92.1% |
| 2024 | $35,459 +2.9% | $2,109,519 |
| 2023 | $34,463 +4.4% | $2,109,519 |
| 2022 | $33,005 +1.3% | $2,109,519 |
| 2021 | $32,573 -5.9% | $2,109,519 +0.1% |
| 2020 | $34,630 | $2,106,719 +73.2% |
| 2018 | $34,630 +11295.5% | $1,216,200 |
| 2017 | $304 -98.6% | $1,216,200 -6.5% |
| 2016 | $21,430 | $1,301,218 |
| 2015 | $21,430 -4.2% | $1,301,218 |
| 2014 | $22,366 | $1,301,218 |
| 2013 | -- | $1,301,218 |
| 2012 | -- | $1,301,218 |
| 2011 | -- | $1,301,218 |
| 2010 | -- | $1,301,218 -4.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,366,913 +28.5% |
| 2008 | $17,824 +3.8% | $1,063,823 |
| 2007 | $17,165 | $1,063,823 |
| 2006 | -- | $1,063,823 |
| 2005 | -- | $1,063,823 +85.4% |
| 2004 | $9,494 +3.6% | $573,645 |
| 2003 | $9,167 +1.8% | $573,645 +0.4% |
| 2002 | $9,001 +28.2% | $571,467 +23% |
| 2001 | $7,022 +5.1% | $464,696 +20.1% |
| 2000 | $6,681 | $386,865 |
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Neighborhood: 27514
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GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Northside Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 9/10Guy Phillips Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 9/10East Chapel Hill High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: CH/Carrboro - Northside
- Middle: CH/Carrboro - Guy Phillips
- High: CH/Carrboro - East Chapel Hill
Source: Doorify MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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