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Seller's Agent in 2021
Harry Branch
North Carolina Estates
(919) 418-6482
22 Total Sales
504 E Franklin St Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Estimated Value: $1,857,000 - $2,152,000
4
Beds
4
Baths
3,874
Sq Ft
$531/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- The property is located in a historic district
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Wood Flooring
- Glenwood Elementary School Rated A
- Traditional Architecture
- Main Floor Bedroom
About This Home
As of November 2021The 1814 Hooper-Kyser House is one of the oldest residences in Chapel Hill. This rare Federal style farm house was constructed for William Hooper, UNC's first professor of Ancient Languages. In 1951 it was purchased by UNC 1928 graduate and band leader, radio personality, recording artist and movie/television star, James Kern "Kay" Kyser. The residence features a spacious Provincial French kitchen, a comfortable family room, dining room, living room, heart of pine flooring, and original interior woodwork.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
North Carolina Estates License #42578 Listed on: 05/20/2021
Last Buyer's Agent
Non Member
Non Member Office
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $24,529
Year Built
- Built in 1814
Lot Details
- 0.92 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 178x217x176x224
- Corner Lot
- Landscaped with Trees
- Garden
- Historic Home
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Wood Siding
- Plaster
Interior Spaces
- 3,874 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Bookcases
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Fireplace Features Masonry
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 4 Fireplaces
- Dining Room
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Butlers Pantry
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Brick
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- 4 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Attic
- Attic Floors
- Permanent Attic Stairs
- Finished Attic
Unfinished Basement
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Laundry in Basement
- Crawl Space
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Parking
- Garage
- Parking Pad
- Side Facing Garage
- Private Driveway
Schools
- Northside Elementary School
- Grey Culbreth Middle School
- East Chapel Hill High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Gas Water Heater
- High Speed Internet
- Satellite Dish
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Covered Patio or Porch
- The property is located in a historic district
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Historic District Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Property held in a trust
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 20, 2021
Closed on
Nov 24, 2021
Sold by
Robinson Deborah and Sposato Dean
Bought by
504 E Franklin Llc
Seller's Agent
Harry Branch
North Carolina Estates
Buyer's Agent
Non Member
Non Member Office
List Price
$1,975,000
Sold Price
$1,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$275,000
-13.92%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$357,153
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.53%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 14, 2017
Sold by
Chapel Hill Lp
Bought by
Robinson Deborah and Drummond Gary
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 21, 2011
Sold by
Playhouse Trio Llc
Bought by
Chapel Hill Lp
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 15, 2010
Sold by
Kyser Georgia C
Bought by
Playhouse Trio Llc
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Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| 504 E Franklin Llc | $1,700,000 | None Available | |
| Robinson Deborah | -- | None Available | |
| Chapel Hill Lp | $1,495,000 | None Available | |
| Playhouse Trio Llc | $900,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/14/2023 12/14/23 | Off Market | $1,700,000 | -- | -- |
| 11/24/2021 11/24/21 | Sold | $1,700,000 | -13.9% | $439 / Sq Ft |
| 11/12/2021 11/12/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/02/2021 11/02/21 | For Sale | $1,975,000 | 0.0% | $510 / Sq Ft |
| 10/01/2021 10/01/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/09/2021 09/09/21 | For Sale | $1,975,000 | 0.0% | $510 / Sq Ft |
| 08/05/2021 08/05/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/01/2021 07/01/21 | Price Changed | $1,975,000 | -10.0% | $510 / Sq Ft |
| 05/20/2021 05/20/21 | For Sale | $2,195,000 | -- | $567 / Sq Ft |
Source: Doorify MLS
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $25,778 | $1,965,300 | $1,120,000 | $845,300 |
| 2024 | $30,838 | $1,838,300 | $969,000 | $869,300 |
| 2023 | $27,736 | $1,699,300 | $969,000 | $730,300 |
| 2022 | $26,246 | $1,678,800 | $969,000 | $709,800 |
| 2021 | $25,902 | $1,678,800 | $969,000 | $709,800 |
| 2020 | $24,528 | $1,491,700 | $855,000 | $636,700 |
| 2018 | $0 | $1,491,700 | $855,000 | $636,700 |
| 2017 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Harry Branch
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Owen Gwyn
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Owen Gwyn
North Carolina Estates
(919) 906-1551
4 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2021
Non Member
Non Member Office
Map
Source: Doorify MLS
MLS Number: 2385015
APN: 9788589248
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