A truly unique and lifetime opportunity! The Isaac W. Pritchard House, a landmark of the Cameron-McCauley Historic District, is now offered for sale. This stately Colonial-Revival home, built in the 1890s, rests on an oversized 0.86 acre lot and presents over 3800 s. ft. of living space, vintage character, and special features. The wide wrap-around front porch is perfect for relaxing with your morning coffee or evening cocktail. A backyard oasis awaits you, featuring a large deck, an inground pool with marble tile decking, plus a full size tennis/sport court, surrounded by brick garden walls. Absolutely ideal for outdoor entertaining. All of this, just 1 block from the UNC campus. The property features all of the southern style and charm you expect in Chapel Hill, including a sprawling front lawn, matchstick fencing, tasteful garden and ancient oak & magnolia trees. Renovated in 2006, this 5 bedroom, 4 1/2 bath home features clapboard siding, 3 chimneys, heart pine floors, 10 ft. ceilings, 2 fireplaces, & 5-panel craftsman wood doors. The elegant foyer welcomes your guests showing off the switchback staircase with wooden banister and landing, reportedly assembled from 3 different nearby homes. A spacious kitchen offers classic cream-painted wood cabinetry, granite countertops, recessed lighting, and a large island and a cozy breakfast banquette that overlooks the backyard paradise. Formal living and dining rooms both feature wrought iron fireplaces with marble hearths, tile surrounds and vintage wood mantles. Upstairs is the primary suite, with its ensuite, renovated bath and large walk-in closet. Four other bedrooms, 3 guest baths and an office provide plenty of room for guests. Recent improvements include exterior paint ('25), interior paint ('26), main floor hvac ('25) & refinished floors ('26). Just blocks from the Dean Dome, Kenan Stadium, UNC Hospitals, and Franklin Street. Welcome to your new home at 400 Ransom Street, The Isaac W. Pritchard House.
Single-familyProperty Type
1890Year Built
0.86 acresLot Size
$568Price/Sq.Ft.
6 spacesParking
Listed by Tom Wiltberger• Compass -- Chapel Hill - Durham
Bought with SHANNON KENNEDY Kennedy• Shannon Kennedy Real Estate LLC
Est. $4,332 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 400 Ransom St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
TMLS #10156203
Jul 1, 2026
Sold
$2,175,000
$568/sq ft
May 12, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 14, 2026
Listed
$2,100,000
$549/sq ft
Mar 29, 2026
Coming Soon
$2,100,000
$549/sq ft
TMLS #514090
Aug 26, 1999
Sold
$595,000
$156/sq ft
May 3, 1999
Listed
$515,000
$135/sq ft
NO SHOWINGS UNTIL 5/4/99. RESTORED 1995 BY PRESENT OWNERS. 10 FT CEILS MAIN FLR-9 FT 2ND FLR. HEART PINE FLRS. KITCHEN DIVIDED INTO PREP AREA AND CLEAN UP AREA. 2 DISPOSALS. RESTORATION INCLUDES SOME ORIGINAL PIECES TO HOUSE AS WELL AS PIECES ORIGINAL TO PERIOD OR REPLICAS. WIDE FRONT PORCH WRAPS TO SIDE PERFECT FOR ENJOYING FLOWERING TREES, SHRUBS AND PLANTS.
Public Records
Jun 2, 1998
Sold
$300,000
$78/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$21,128 (+6.6%)
$750,000 + $847,500
$1,597,500
2024
$19,825 (+2.9%)
$495,000 + $672,800
$1,167,800
2023
$19,273 (+4.4%)
$495,000 + $672,800
$1,167,800
2022
$18,466 (+1.3%)
$495,000 + $672,800
$1,167,800
2021
$18,227 (+1.8%)
$495,000 + $672,800
$1,167,800
2020
$17,897
$371,300 + $705,100
$1,076,400
2019
$17,897 (+2.3%)
$371,300 + $705,100
$1,076,400
2018
$17,495 (+2.1%)
$371,300 + $705,100
$1,076,400
2017
$17,139 (−1.6%)
$371,300 + $705,100
$1,076,400
2016
$17,413
$371,300 + $705,100
$1,076,400
2015
$17,413 (+0.3%)
$530,600 + $526,220
$1,056,820
2014
$17,358 (+1.9%)
$530,600 + $526,220
$1,056,820
2013
$17,033 (+2.6%)
$530,600 + $526,220
$1,056,820
2011
$16,607 (+3.1%)
$530,600 + $526,220
$1,056,820
2010
$16,109
$530,600 + $494,173
$1,024,773
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
5
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.86 Acres
Year renovated
1993
Sq. Ft.
3,841
Year built
1910
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
9788249541
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 8, 2026.
R-2
HD-2
Residential Districts
The residential districts are intended to provide for residential development of appropriate intensities consonant with the suitability of land, availability of public services, accessibility to major activity centers and transportation systems, and compatibility with surrounding development.
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Smooth Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s)
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Living Room
Fireplaces Total: 2
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Clapboard, Wood Siding
Building Name: Isaac Pritchard House
Building Area Total: 3826.0
Structure Type: House
Exterior Features
Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Porch
Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Tennis Court(s)
Fencing: Front Yard, Partial
Roof: Architectural Shingle, Asphalt
Pool Information
Pool Features: Fenced, In Ground, Outdoor Pool, Pool Cover, Salt Water
Property information
Living Area: 3,826
Above Grade Finished Area: 3826.0
Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
Levels: Three Or More
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.86
Lot Size Area: 0.86
Lot Size Dimensions: see survey
Lot Size Square Feet: 37461.0
Lot Size Units: Acres
Zoning: R-2 w/ HD ovrly
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: 21128.0
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public, Well
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Yes
Heating Information: Central, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling: Yes
Cooling Information: Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
Location Information
County Or Parish: Orange
Directions: From the middle of downtown Chapel Hill, South on Columbia St., Right on Cameron Ave., Left onto Pittsboro St., Right on McCauley St., Left on Ransom St., House on right. Park in parking area off alley adjacent to house.
Latitude: 35.905533
Longitude: -79.057577
Postal Code: 27516
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Community Information
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,841
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.86 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1910
Year Renovated: 1993
County: Orange County
APN: 9788249541
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
hidden custom fields
Upper Level
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2026-07-01
Documents Change Timestamp: 2026-03-29T22:17:00Z
Photos Change Timestamp: 2026-04-14T13:44:20Z
Around this home
Schools
Carrboro Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
6/10
R D And Euzelle Smith Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
8/10
East Chapel Hill High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.1mi
9/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Chapel Hill, NC • 27516
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 19% for direct sun exposure in Chapel Hill. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.7 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.77M – $2.14M
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