Timeless two-story Colonial Revival featuring a wraparound porch with classical columns and a pedimented entry. Ideally located just steps from Davidson College and all that downtown Davidson has to offer. - Davidson
As an added bonus, this historic home has a modern amenity- in ground pool, fenced with paver surround; brand new liner installed this Spring. - Davidson
Classic Center Hall Colonial Foyer - Davidson
Pocket door entrance to family room - Davidson
Classic Center Hall Colonial Foyer - Davidson
Single Family Residence at Davidson, photo 6 of 53
Timeless two-story Colonial Revival featuring a wraparound porch with classical columns and a pedimented entry. Ideally located just steps from Davidson College and all that downtown Davidson has to offer. - Davidson
Timeless two-story Colonial Revival featuring a wraparound porch with classical columns and a pedimented entry. Ideally located just steps from Davidson College and all that downtown Davidson has to offer. - Davidson
Timeless two-story Colonial Revival featuring a wraparound porch with classical columns and a pedimented entry. Ideally located just steps from Davidson College and all that downtown Davidson has to offer. - Davidson
As an added bonus, this historic home has a modern amenity- in ground pool, fenced with paver surround; brand new liner installed this Spring. - Davidson
Quaint family room with wood mantel with elegant curved detailing, complemented by a classic tiled surround and decorative cast iron insert—adding timeless character and warmth to the space. - Davidson
Spacious dining room open to the kitchen with wood bead board ceilings and fireplace. - Davidson
Quaint family room with wood mantel with elegant curved detailing, complemented by a classic tiled surround and decorative cast iron insert—adding timeless character and warmth to the space. - Davidson
The classically updated kitchen offers high-quality wood cabinetry, granite countertops, and a design that honors the home’s history while supporting modern use. - Davidson
Charming fireplace in kitchen - Davidson
The classically updated kitchen offers high-quality wood cabinetry, granite countertops, and a design that honors the home’s history while supporting modern use. - Davidson
The classically updated kitchen offers high-quality wood cabinetry, granite countertops, and a design that honors the home’s history while supporting modern use. - Davidson
Timeless two-story Colonial Revival featuring a wraparound porch with classical columns and a pedimented entry. Ideally located just steps from Davidson College and all that downtown Davidson has to offer. - Davidson
Timeless two-story Colonial Revival featuring a wraparound porch with classical columns and a pedimented entry. Ideally located just steps from Davidson College and all that downtown Davidson has to offer. - Davidson
Single Family Residence at Davidson, photo 20 of 53
As an added bonus, this historic home has a modern amenity- in ground pool, fenced with paver surround; brand new liner installed this Spring. - Davidson
Single Family Residence at Davidson, photo 22 of 53
Classic Center Hall Colonial Foyer - Davidson
Classic Center Hall Colonial Foyer with period front door - Davidson
Study connected to primary bedroom with timeless woodworking and built in bench seat, bar and classic mantel. - Davidson
Study connected to primary bedroom with timeless woodworking and built in bench seat, bar and classic mantel. - Davidson
The main-level primary suite includes an ensuite bath and an attached true study.  An expansion of the primary bedroom into the adjoining study is well within the realm of possibility. - Davidson
The main-level primary suite includes an ensuite bath and an attached true study.  An expansion of the primary bedroom into the adjoining study is well within the realm of possibility.  Bedroom 1 of 5 - Davidson
Updated main level primary bath - Davidson
Second floor bedrooms are spacious with hardwood floors, wood bead board ceilings, fireplaces and closets. Bedroom 4 of 5 - Davidson
Traditional large landing with plent of light at top of the stairs and additional closets. - Davidson
Second floor bedrooms are spacious with hardwood floors, wood bead board ceilings, fireplaces and closets.  Bedroom 3 of 5 - Davidson
Second floor bedrooms are spacious with hardwood floors, wood bead board ceilings, fireplaces and closets.  Bedroom 2 of 5 - Davidson
Second floor bedrooms are spacious with hardwood floors, wood bead board ceilings, fireplaces and closets.  Bedroom 2 of 5 - Davidson
As an added bonus, this historic home has a modern amenity- in ground pool, fenced with paver surround; brand new liner installed this Spring. - Davidson
As an added bonus, this historic home has a modern amenity- in ground pool, fenced with paver surround; brand new liner installed this Spring. - Davidson
Updated full bath on second floor - Davidson
Updated full bath on second floor - Davidson
Second floor bedrooms are spacious with hardwood floors, wood bead board ceilings, fireplaces and closets.  Bedroom 5 of 5 - Davidson
Private Level Backyard with Fenced in-ground pool - Davidson
Second floor bedrooms are spacious with hardwood floors, wood bead board ceilings, fireplaces and closets.  Bedroom 5 of 5 - Davidson
Single Family Residence at Davidson, photo 42 of 53
Backs up to Davidson College - Davidson
Expansive deck, freshly stained and with replacement wood - Davidson
Expansive deck, freshly stained and with replacement wood - Davidson
Private Level Backyard with Fenced in-ground pool - Davidson
Single Family Residence at Davidson, photo 47 of 53
Expansive deck, freshly stained and with replacement wood - Davidson
Expansive deck, freshly stained and with replacement wood - Davidson
Main Level Floor Plan - Davidson
Timeless two-story Colonial Revival featuring a wraparound porch with classical columns and a pedimented entry. Ideally located just steps from Davidson College and all that downtown Davidson has to offer. - Davidson
Second Floor - Davidson
Walkable to downtown Davidson - Davidson
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$1,500,000

Davidson, NC 28036
Listed by Rachel Fortune · Charity Realty
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
2
Living area
2,793 sqft
Year built
1901

About this home

Iconic Main Street Davidson property adjoining Davidson College—circa early 1900s Colonial Revival with pool, walkable to downtown, shops, dining, and the town green. Recognized as a contributing historic building, this two-story home blends timeless character with thoughtful modern updates. A dramatic staircase anchors the home, opening to a classic center hall layout with a large upstairs landing. Notable features include a wraparound porch with classical columns and a pedimented entry, hardwood floors throughout, pocket doors, seven fireplaces with original mantels, and beautiful period woodwork and built-ins, including beadboard ceilings in several main-level rooms and all upstairs bedrooms. The classically updated kitchen offers high-quality wood cabinetry, granite countertops, and a design that honors the home’s history while supporting modern use. The main-level primary suite includes an ensuite bath and an attached true study, with potential to expand the primary into the adjoining space. Upstairs, four additional bedrooms and a full bath provide flexible space for family or guests. Outdoor living shines with a large, freshly redone back deck ideal for entertaining, along with an in-ground pool featuring a new liner. Storage is exceptional for a home of this era, including a coat closet, pantry cabinetry, linen closet, closets in every bedroom, a walk-in closet in the main-level primary, attic access with pull-down stairs, and additional storage off bedroom two. Major updates include roof (2012/2013), HVAC (AC 2013/2014), and furnace (2018). Perfectly positioned adjoining Davidson College, this home offers exceptional walkability to downtown Davidson—less than half a mile to the town green, restaurants, shops, the library, and local favorites. Enjoy the charm of a historic setting with the convenience of everything just steps away.

Highlights

Private poolFireplace

Property details

MLS #
CAR4376651
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
Historic District
Status
Active
Days on market
49
On market date
May 5, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
2
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
N/A
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).

Elementary
Davidson K-8 School
1.09 mi away · Grades 0-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
1,103
Student:teacher ratio
16.7:1
District
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
Middle
Bailey Middle
2.63 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.7
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: B (2025)
Enrollment
1,370
Student:teacher ratio
17.3:1
District
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
High
Cato Middle College High School
17.77 mi away · Grades 11-13
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.8
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: A (2025)
Enrollment
166
Student:teacher ratio
41.5:1
District
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

Walkability

Blended score for Davidson's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

37
Car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
7.8 / 20 -- Below average walkable
Google Places amenity density
33 / 100
Restaurants & cafes3
Grocery stores0
Parks8
Schools2
Transit stops0
Pharmacies0

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Davidson, from live MLS data.

On the market 49 days -- 98 fewer days than Davidson's current average of 147 days.
For reference, the median list price across 142 active listings in Davidson right now is $627,500.

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$300,000 down
$1,200,000 loan
Principal & interest$7,783
Property tax (est.)$1,250
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated June 23, 2026.

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