520 E Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27514 - Photo 1

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$1,092,503

Sold
Closed
Single Family
2 Beds
2 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
2,000 Sq. Ft.
0.23 Acres

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Property Description

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 Com. 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.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 520 E Franklin St

General

Sold For: $1,092,503
Taxes: $17,181
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: 2218
MLS ID: 10162400
Added to Site: 112 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 7
Interior Features: Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Crown Molding, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Master Downstairs, Separate Shower, Smooth Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Shower
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace(s): Living Room, Masonry
Appliances: Built-In Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Vented Exhaust Fan, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Plank, Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 2
Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 2

Other Rooms

Laundry: Laundry Closet, Main Level

Exterior

Exterior Features: Garden, Rain Gutters
Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck, Front Porch, Patio

Parking

Parking Features: Driveway, Gravel, On Site

Location

County: Orange
Subdivision: Historic District
Driving Directions: The home is on East Franklin Street just past Boundary Street; it will be on the left as you drive towards downtown Chapel Hill. There is not a sign in the yard.
City Limits: Yes

School Information

Elementary School: Chapel Hill Carrboro - Glenwood Elementary School
Middle School: Chapel Hill Carrboro - Grey Culbreth Middle School
High School: Chapel Hill Carrboro - East Chapel Hill High School

Heating & Cooling

Air Conditioning: Yes
Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Other
Heating Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utility Description: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Cottage, Local Historic Designation
Structure Type: House, Site Built
Builder: To Be Added
Exterior Const.: Frame, Shingle Siding
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Apartment, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Heated, Partially Finished, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access
Roof: Fiberglass, Shingle
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Windows: Plantation Shutters, Window Treatments, Wood Frames
Drive-In Doors: Storm Door(s)
Stories/Levels: 1
Building Size: 2000
Square Feet: 2,000
Sq. Ft. Source: See Remarks
Finished Above Grnd: 1,635 Sq. Ft.
Finished Below Grnd: 365 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1920

Lot Features

Property View: Downtown
Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 10,018.8
Frontage: City Street
Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt
Lot Features: City Lot, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Native Plants, Near Public Transit
Zoning: R-2

Financial Considerations

Tax Amount: $17,181.06

Disclosures and Reports

Special Conditions: Trust
Property ID: 9788682476
Lot Number: 7.74.E.4A

Listed by Compass -- Chapel Hill - Durham, Katherine C Kopp (919) 741-9444
Sold by Non Member Office, Non Member

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Schools

Schools serving 520 E Franklin St

School District:Chapel Hill-Carrboro Schools

Name	Grades	Distance
Northside Elementary School, Chapel Hill, NC 350 Caldwell Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27516	K-5	1 mi
Grey Culbreth Middle School 225 Culbreth Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27516	6-8	2.2 mi
East Chapel Hill High School 500 Weaver Dairy Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27514	9-12	3.2 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 520 E Franklin St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

7/01/2026

Sold

$1,092,503

-10.82%

MLS

5/13/2026

Price Reduced

$1,225,000

-5.77%

MLS

4/23/2026

Listed

$1,300,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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