- ERA
- North Carolina
- Charlotte
- 400 N Poplar Street
400 N Poplar Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
Local realty services provided by:ERA Live Moore
Listed by: randy cernohorsky
Office: the mcdevitt agency
MLS#:4328945
Source:CH
400 N Poplar Street,Charlotte, NC 28202
$950,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- - sq. ft.
- Single family
- Coming Soon
Price summary
- Price:$950,000
About this home
Step into one of Uptown Charlotte’s most storied and admired residences. The iconic “Bootlegger House” is a rare opportunity to own a landmark property rich in character, history, and architectural charm. Built in 1894, this enchanting Eastlake Victorian has been lovingly preserved and thoughtfully modernized by its current owners. Its storybook façade, intricate millwork, and period details blend effortlessly with high-end updates for today’s lifestyle. A Storied Past During Prohibition, the home earned its nickname as a discreet destination for black-market liquor—cleverly hidden in a secret compartment in the foyer, still intact today. Its legacy has made it a beloved local treasure. Featured & Celebrated, this home and its lush gardens have been showcased on:
• Mint Museum Home & Garden Tour
• Wing Haven Garden Tour
• Fourth Ward Secret Gardens Tour
• Fourth Ward Christmas Tour
• Cover feature of Our State Magazine
• Charlotte Convention & Visitors Guide
Unmatched Location & Views perfectly positioned on a prominent corner lot, the property offers rare, unobstructed city-skyline views—dramatic by day and dazzling by night. Located in the heart of Fourth Ward, the home is an effortless walk to Charlotte’s best dining, theaters, parks, museums, and nightlife.
Thoughtfully Updated for the Future. The current owners have sized the upstairs HVAC to support a future second-floor addition over the rear dining room and kitchen, offering flexibility for expansion while preserving the home’s architectural integrity. Highlights include: Historic Eastlake Victorian architecture, Original period details + modern updates, Secret bootlegger compartment from the Prohibition era, Premier corner lot with skyline views, Gardens featured on multiple prestigious tours. Walkable to everything Uptown has to offer!
Contact an agent
Home facts
- Year built:1894
- Listing ID #:4328945
- Updated:February 10, 2026 at 08:10 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:2
- Full bathrooms:2
Heating and cooling
- Heating:Natural Gas
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1894
Schools
- High school:Unspecified
- Elementary school:First Ward
Utilities
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$950,000
New listings near 400 N Poplar Street
- Coming Soon
$850,000Coming Soon3 beds 3 baths1130 Montford Drive, Charlotte, NC 28209
MLS# 4336200Listed by: HELEN ADAMS REALTY - Coming SoonOpen Sat, 12 to 2pm
$1,200,000Coming Soon4 beds 4 baths5014 Harwich Circle, Matthews, NC 28104
MLS# 4309991Listed by: EXP REALTY LLC BALLANTYNE - New
$525,000Active1 beds 1 baths1,225 sq. ft.310 Arlington Avenue #217, Charlotte, NC 28203
MLS# 4342705Listed by: DICKENS MITCHENER & ASSOCIATES INC - New
$425,000Active2 beds 2 baths1,460 sq. ft.11906 Ludwell Branch Court, Charlotte, NC 28277
MLS# 4343395Listed by: DICKENS MITCHENER & ASSOCIATES INC - Coming Soon
$625,000Coming Soon4 beds 3 baths8526 Wren Creek Drive, Charlotte, NC 28269
MLS# 4344139Listed by: YANCEY REALTY, LLC - New
$412,900Active3 beds 3 baths1,700 sq. ft.6730 Fairford Drive, Charlotte, NC 28215
MLS# 4344839Listed by: LGI HOMES NC LLC
$1,149,999Active5 beds 5 baths4,081 sq. ft.5122 Harwich Circle, Matthews, NC 28104
MLS# 4311768Listed by: KELLER WILLIAMS SOUTH PARK- Coming Soon
$286,000Coming Soon3 beds 3 baths8056 Stoneham Court, Matthews, NC 28105
MLS# 4343566Listed by: MOODY BROKERS - Coming Soon
$450,000Coming Soon3 beds 2 baths4915 Trigney Court, Charlotte, NC 28214
MLS# 4344495Listed by: YANCEY REALTY, LLC