Located in Historic Dilworth, this lovely home offers the perfect blend of timeless character and beautiful updates in one of Charlotte's most coveted neighborhoods. The main level offers 10-foot ceilings and 1,673 SF while the upstairs offers another 811 SF of finished space (not included in HLA). Just steps from Dilworth and South End's popular restaurants, shops, breweries, and parks, you'll love the walkable lifestyle and charming tree-lined streets. Thoughtfully preserving its historic integrity, the home showcases original heart pine hardwood floors, an original front door, copper front gutters, and rich architectural details throughout. Enjoy peaceful mornings or evening gatherings from the inviting wraparound porch with Brazilian Ipe wood decking, side deck, and screened porch overlooking the picturesque neighborhood. The professionally designed gourmet kitchen is stunning featuring custom inset cabinetry, Thermador appliances, marble countertops, a cast iron farmhouse sink, and elegant herringbone white oak flooring. A charming sitting room features French doors that open to the side deck, creating the perfect space for morning coffee, reading, or seamless indoor-outdoor entertaining. The spacious laundry/mudroom offers abundant custom cabinetry, dual antique farmhouse sink, and a folding counter for exceptional everyday functionality. The primary suite features a walk-in closet and primary bath featuring original detailed extensive millwork and enclosed cabinet storage at the entry, along with dual pedestal sinks, walk-in shower, and antique stained glass windows that provide both privacy and timeless character. Upstairs, the private bedroom suite with a full bath, sitting area, and adjoining flex space offers endless possibilities for a guest retreat, home office, or playroom. Every detail has been thoughtfully curated with designer lighting from Visual Comfort, Restoration Hardware, Regina Andrew, and Rejuvenation, along with stunning designer wallpapers by Farrow & Ball, F. Schumacher & Co., and Sandberg. Outside, discover a charming English garden overlooking a rare oversized detached TWO-CAR GARAGE with an approximately 410-square-foot room above. In addition, a wide driveway provides ample off-street parking for guests. This is a rare opportunity to own a beautifully restored historic home that perfectly balances classic craftsmanship, sophisticated design, and an unbeatable Dilworth location.
Dilworth Historic District, located between Uptown Charlotte and South End, is a historic and walkable Charlotte neighborhood with tree-lined boulevards and early-20th-century bungalows. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around East Boulevard near Dilworth Road East, where patios, coffee counters, and small dining rooms line the street. Freedom Park’s lakeside paths and sports fields shape daily routines, while Latta Park adds a quieter green pocket among porch-front homes. Architectural details lean Craftsman and Colonial Revival, with brick sidewalks and mature oaks setting a measured streetscape. Community pillars include 300 East, Sunflour Baking Company, and the Charlotte Trolley Museum, tying local dining to the area’s streetcar-era roots.
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Market insights
728 Lexington Ave · $1,375,000
DAYS ON MARKET
27 days
The average home goes pending in 48 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.8%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$1,375,000
Median sale price in this area is $523,553. (62% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
25% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
7 total rooms
Mud room on the main level
Fireplace (see remarks)
Bedrooms
Three bedrooms total — two on the main level, one on the upper level
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
One half bathroom on the main level
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Disposal
Exhaust hood
Gas cooktop
Ice maker (plumbed for ice maker)
Laundry & utility
Main-level laundry / mud room
Heating & cooling
Forced-air heating (natural gas)
Central electric air conditioning
Exterior features
Publicly maintained paved concrete road access
Lot approximately 0.18 acres
No waterfront
Home design
Single-family residence
One-and-one-half level layout
Located in a Neighborhood 1-D Historic zoning
Parking
Detached garage (2-car) with approximately 909 sq ft
2 open parking spaces
Construction
Site-built construction
Exterior materials include cedar shake, fiber cement, hardboard siding and wood
Crawl space foundation
Utilities
City water
Public sewer
HOA & community
No HOA
Other
Property is in Dilworth Historic District (historical restrictions)
Electricity and solar
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3 br. being used as a 2br, historic, charming & meticulously maintained by long time owners! Perennial colorful gardens in bloom yr. round, HUGE 918 sq. ft garage w/410 sq. ft. finished room over top (INCOME POTENTIAL), 10 ft. ceilings, detailed woodwork, custom stain glass & dine in kitchen. Wrap around front porch, back screened porch and large side deck. Upstairs is open w/alcoves and nooks throughout that can be used as office, playroom & sleeping areas (see sketch). FP's are "as is".
Public Records
Sep 1, 1981
Sold
$18,000
$11/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,963 (+1.5%)
$534,400 + $481,300
$1,015,700
2024
$7,844 (+3.4%)
$534,400 + $481,300
$1,015,700
2023
$7,589 (+13.9%)
$534,400 + $481,300
$1,015,700
2022
$6,662 (+0.2%)
$534,400 + $481,300
$1,015,700
2021
$6,651 (+0.1%)
$450,000 + $227,400
$677,400
2020
$6,644 (+0.2%)
$450,000 + $227,400
$677,400
2019
$6,628
$450,000 + $227,400
$677,400
2018
$6,629 (+1.5%)
$450,000 + $227,400
$677,400
2017
$6,531 (+0.2%)
$308,800 + $190,900
$499,700
2016
$6,521 (+0.2%)
$308,800 + $190,900
$499,700
2015
$6,510 (+0.5%)
$308,800 + $190,900
$499,700
2014
$6,480
2013
$6,480 (+4.4%)
2012
$6,204 (−2.5%)
$308,800 + $190,900
$499,700
2011
$6,362
$308,800 + $193,900
$502,700
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,710 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1995
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,692
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,692
Year built
1926
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Mecklenburg County
APN
12305510
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026.
N1-D
HDO
Neighborhood 1 Zoning District
The N1-D Zoning District allows for the development of residential dwellings on lots of 3,500 sq ft or greater.
Zone overlays
Historic District Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Educational / school
Golf related
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