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513 E Franklin Street

Chapel Hill, NC 27514

3 beds
2 baths
2,628 sqft
~1/2 acre lot
$683 per sqft
1847 build
– on site

This captivating piece of Chapel Hill history, The Presbyterian Manse, has been lovingly cared for and faithfully preserved by the current owners. This charming home was built about the same year Thomas Edison was born, and was originally the home of Reverend Green, Rector at Chapel of the Cross. Upon entering the front door, you first experience an expansive receiving room flanked by two fireplaces where notable community members have gathered, not far from the foot of an elegant staircase rising to the second-floor bedrooms. The sunlit kitchen enjoys a bay window overlooking trees and flowers in the yard, with an elegant formal dining room or music room located just across the hall. A wood-paneled study and the sunroom are imbued with a sense of comfort and warmth, with built-in shelving lining the walls. A first-floor master and full bath finishes out the main floor, allowing the homeowner the convenience of living entirely on one level, but ample space for guests and family. The generous half acre lot offers room to play and grow. Or simply delight in its seasonal flowers while enjoying a sunny day on the patio.

Listing courtesy of DMLS / Fonville Morisey Realty

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MLS# 10076839 —

The Building

Year Built:

1847
New Construction:

false
Construction Materials:

Plaster
Architectural Style:

Traditional
Roof:

Shingle
Foundation Details:

Stone
Stories:

2
Levels:

One and One Half
Basement:

true
Basement:

Interior Entry
Window Features:

Plantation Shutters
Patio And Porch Features:

Front Porch
Building Area Total:

2628
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area:

2628
Above Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet

Interior

Rooms Total:

10
Interior Features:

Bookcases
Flooring:

Ceramic Tile
Fireplace:

true
Fireplaces Total:

2
Fireplace Features:

Dining Room
Laundry Features:

In Basement

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

2628
Living Area Units:

Square Feet

Location

Directions:

From the heart of Chapel Hill travel east on Franklin St. past the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center and cross over Raleigh St. and the home is on your left.
Latitude:

35.916757
Longitude:

-79.04733
Coordinates:

-79.04733, 35.916757

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Parcel Number:

9788589503
Lot Size Acres:

0.49
Lot Size Area:

21344.4
Lot Size SqFt:

21344.4
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Exterior Features:

Storage
View:

true

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Annual Amount:

18421.57

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Total Baths:

2
Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

2

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

Trust

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Forced Air
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher

Schools

Elementary School:

CH/Carrboro - Northside
Middle Or Junior School:

CH/Carrboro - Guy Phillips
High School:

CH/Carrboro - East Chapel Hill

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Not in a Subdivision
Community Features:

Historical Area
Association:

false
Pool Private:

false

Parking

Garage:

false
Open Parking:

true
Open Parking Spaces:

4

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$1,795,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$9,611
Taxes	$1,535
Insurance	$493
Utilities	$207 See report
Total	$11,846/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
2/15/25 Feb 15, 2025	Listed / Active	DMLS	$1,795,000

House For Sale

$1,795,000

Cost Est.

$11,846/mo.

Listing provided by broker:

Amy Guskiewicz

Fonville Morisey Realty

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This house located in Franklin-Rosemary, Chapel Hill, NC 27514 is currently for sale for $1,795,000. 513 E Franklin Street is a 2,628 square foot house with 3 beds and 2 baths that has been on Estately for 43 days. 513 E Franklin Street is in the Franklin-Rosemary neighborhood of Chapel Hill and has a WalkScore® of 45, making it car-dependent. This house is in the attendance area of East Chapel Hill High School, Northside Elementary School, and Phillips Middle School.

Listing Courtesy of: DMLS and Fonville Morisey Realty.

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