This historic Dutch-Colonial Revival home was completed May 1929 by George Watts, a professor at Davidson College. The property was beautifully restored and expanded in 2016, by CM Knight Fine Homes to 3895 sf which includes 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, spacious great room with fireplace and a wall of windows! The kitchen is accented with marble counters, walnut top island, Wolfe range, wine cooler, pantry & built-in pantry cabinets which provide ample storage. Butlers pantry bridges to formal dining room embellished with wood trim. Private library-study, sunroom & office gives balance to the main floor. Gleaming hardwood floors & arched doorways add to the architectural character. Natural light inundates entire home. Outdoor stone patio, brick fireplace, quaint garden area with fountain surrounded by mature trees & flowers make entertaining a pleasure. The detached garage features built-in shelving & flex area. *Garage "roof" plans for additional bonus/guest suite* *we love buyer agents*
Single-familyProperty Type
1929Year Built
0.34 acresLot Size
$564Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Terri Mayhew• Southern Homes of the Carolinas, Inc
Nicely renovated 1920's home with lots of light, windows, detail and storage throughout. No carpet at all. Beautiful hardwoods throughout. All bedrooms upstairs. Fireplace in master and secondary bedroom. Backyard is partially fenced and has lots of...
patio area and grass area as well. Detached two car garage with lots of storage. Home is immaculate.
6 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Just blocks from downtown and Davidson College, this beautifully restored 1929 Dutch Colonial enjoys the best Davidson has to offer. The original house was meticulously restored and expanded in 2016 by CM Knight Fine Home Building to include 3,895 SQ’, 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths on a 0.336 acre lot on one of the most sought after streets in Davidson. The home features a spacious second floor owner’s retreat w/ a large bath including a custom tile walk-in shower and freestanding soaking tub. The gourmet kitchen is a cook's dream with a Wolfe range, large custom walnut topped island, ample custom cabinetry, and surrounding marble counters. The owners carefully preserved many details including all the original hardwood flooring on both floors. The property's beautiful outdoor spaces intentionally allow for entertaining, joyful family time, and peaceful solitude. This house tells a story of times past but now has the space and modern amenities for today’s family
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3019448
Aug 8, 2014
Sold
$320,000
$82/sq ft
Jul 16, 2014
Contingent
—
Jul 10, 2014
Price Changed
$349,000
$90/sq ft
Jul 10, 2014
Listed
$149,900
$38/sq ft
Great Davidson Location on possibly the best street in Davidson. One block off Davidson Concord Rd. Close to Davidson College, the Library and Downtown. Enjoy the environment of "Small Town" living with Davidson College sports, concerts on The Green and the local Farmers Market.
Public Records
Jan 1, 1981
Sold
$30,500
$8/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,100 (+1.3%)
$452,300 + $871,700
$1,324,000
2024
$9,968 (+1.4%)
$452,300 + $871,700
$1,324,000
2023
$9,830 (+40.1%)
$452,300 + $871,700
$1,324,000
2022
$7,016 (+0.8%)
$452,300 + $871,700
$1,324,000
2021
$6,958
$300,000 + $440,700
$740,700
2019
$6,952 (+0.5%)
$300,000 + $440,700
$740,700
2018
$6,917 (+0.7%)
$300,000 + $440,700
$740,700
2017
$6,871 (+62.3%)
$240,000 + $330,100
$570,100
2015
$4,233
$240,000 + $266,800
$506,800
2014
$4,231 (−4.0%)
$240,000 + $104,500
$344,500
2013
$4,409 (+2.0%)
$240,000 + $104,500
$344,500
2012
$4,324 (−2.0%)
$240,000 + $119,700
$359,700
2011
$4,412
$240,000 + $119,700
$359,700
Tax history for 526 Lorimer Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,100 (+1.3%)
$452,300 + $871,700
$1,324,000
2024
$9,968 (+1.4%)
$452,300 + $871,700
$1,324,000
2023
$9,830 (+40.1%)
$452,300 + $871,700
$1,324,000
2022
$7,016 (+0.8%)
$452,300 + $871,700
$1,324,000
2021
$6,958
$300,000 + $440,700
$740,700
2019
$6,952 (+0.5%)
$300,000 + $440,700
$740,700
2018
$6,917 (+0.7%)
$300,000 + $440,700
$740,700
2017
$6,871 (+62.3%)
$240,000 + $330,100
$570,100
2015
$4,233
$240,000 + $266,800
$506,800
2014
$4,231 (−4.0%)
$240,000 + $104,500
$344,500
2013
$4,409 (+2.0%)
$240,000 + $104,500
$344,500
2012
$4,324 (−2.0%)
$240,000 + $119,700
$359,700
2011
$4,412
$240,000 + $119,700
$359,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.33 Acres
Year renovated
2015
Sq. Ft.
3,863
Year built
1936
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Mecklenburg County
APN
00702313
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 8, 2026.
May 4, 2026 • Final
Residential mechanical
HVAC
May 4, 2026 • Final
Residential electrical
Electrical
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 1
Parking Features: None
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Upper: 4
# of Bedrooms: Main: 0
# of Bedrooms: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Half Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths: Upper: 3
# of Full Baths (Total): 3
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Upper Level
Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Unfinished
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Unvented, Wood Burning
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Natural Gas
Cooling Information: Central Air
Sq. Ft. Unheated Total: 987
Sq. Ft. Unheated Main: 173
Sq. Ft. Unheated Basement: 814
Interior Features
Room Count: 3
Appliances: Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Door Features: Insulated Door(s)
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Fiber Cement, Wood
Roof: Shingle, Rubber
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: None
Water Body Name: Lake Norman
Property Information
Second Living Quarters: None
Other Equipment: Network Ready
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning: VI
Zoning Specification: VI
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level
Lot Size Area: 0.336
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 98Rdx148x100x149
Road Surface Type: Brick, Concrete, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To Dues: No
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Unspecified
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Unspecified
Location Information
Directions: From Main St turn onto Concord Rd, right on Woodland, left on Lorimer, home on right
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,863
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.33 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1936
Year Renovated: 2015
County: Mecklenburg County
APN: 00702313
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Business Information
Other Sq. Ft.: 624
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 1
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 3895
Living Area: 3895
Above Grade Finished Area: 3,895
Sq. Ft. Upper: 1859
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 2036
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Basement, Crawl Space
Levels: Two
Around this home
Schools
Davidson K-8 School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
William Amos Hough High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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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 104° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
13% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Davidson, NC • 28036
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.4 hours in
June and 5.3 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$2.09M – $2.53M
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