Steeped in history and Southern charm, this stately 1945 home offers a rare opportunity in the heart of Lenoir, a vibrant foothills community just 20 minutes from Blowing Rock. Rich in character, this remarkable property has served many roles over the years—from the residence and medical practice of a local physician to a cherished family home and, more recently, a successful Airbnb. Inside, you’ll find beautifully preserved original oak hardwood floors, seven fireplaces (most with gas logs), and timeless architectural details throughout. The nostalgic sunroom features classic terrazzo flooring, creating the perfect place to relax and unwind. Offering up to six bedrooms and four full baths, the spacious floor plan provides exceptional flexibility for a large family, multi-generational living, vacation rental potential, or a live/work arrangement. Outdoor living is equally inviting with a generous covered front porch—where generations gathered for meals and conversation—and a large open rear deck perfect for entertaining. Zoned Business/Commercial while still eligible for residential use, this unique property opens the door to countless possibilities including professional offices, boutique lodging, retail, restaurant or continued residential living. Convenient public parking located directly behind the home further enhances its commercial appeal. Whether you’re searching for a distinctive residence, an investment opportunity, or the perfect place to grow your business, this one-of-a-kind property offers history, versatility, and endless potential in an exceptional location. The certified measure report from Carolina MeasurePro does not agree with the tax card.
Single-familyProperty Type
1945Year Built
0.33 acresLot Size
$123Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Janice Blair• Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Listed by Don Blair• Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Downtown Lenoir, located between Hibriten Mountain and the Yadkin River foothills, is a historic and walkable Lenoir neighborhood with a courthouse-square core and a brick-lined main street grid. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the West Avenue NW and Main Street NW crossroads, where galleries, coffee counters, and locally run storefronts keep the sidewalks active. Community pillars include the Caldwell Arts Council, the Lenoir Downtown Stage, and the Lenoir Aquatic & Fitness Center. Early-20th-century commercial facades and civic buildings set a classic streetscape. Pocket parks and public murals add texture between blocks. Seasonal street events and market days bring a steady rhythm to the center city.
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Offer insights
1010 SW College Ave · $399,900
$401K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $401K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
29 days
The average home goes pending in 55 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.1%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Gas and wood-burning masonry fireplace with propane capability
Basement with interior and exterior entries, unfinished with walk-out access
Covered patio/porch
Bedrooms
Bedrooms located on main and upper levels
Bathrooms
Four full bathrooms
Kitchen
Gas range
Refrigerator
Electric water heater
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer
Laundry areas on main and upper levels
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating (propane)
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Covered patio/porch
Paved road access on a publicly maintained road
Lot approximately 0.33 acres
Zoned Business/Commercial
Home design
Single-family residence
Two levels (2-story)
Parking
Gravel driveway with private parking; no garage
Construction
Built with aluminum and wood siding, block and stucco accents, framed construction
Metal roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Cable available
Electricity and solar
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B-3 (Central Business) District is applied to the Downtown Core area of the City and is intended to promote the Downtown Central Business District as the city's central hub for financial, professional, cultural, and governmental business by providing a variety of supporting personal services, retail uses, restaurants, and gathering spaces that help support a vibrant, active downtown for people employed in and around the district as well as transient shoppers. The yard requirements within the district are designed to provide for infill development standards that are compatible with the concentrated development patterns commonly found in the historic downtown core. Demolitions of contributing historic structures are strongly discouraged, and the re-use and renovation of with active uses on the ground floor and residential apartments or offices located on upper floors is strongly encouraged. Those commercial activities which require an extensive use of land to market their products such as car dealerships and commercial establishments requiring outside storage are prohibited from the district.
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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Lenoir, NC • 28645
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Sun exposure
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 1010 SW College Ave
$384,699
$15K under list price of $400K
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