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Listing office: Keller Williams Ballantyne Area
$925,000 List price
1729 Kensington Dr Charlotte, NC 28205
$10,000
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
2,069 sqft
$447 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1729 Kensington Dr
Charming 1940's cottage with incredible gardens nestled in the heart of Midwood w/ a rocking chair front porch to watch the neighbhorhood go by. Hardwood floors flow throughout the original part of the home while natural light floods the large living room which offers a fireplace w/ gas logs. The hall bath boasts classic black and white tile and a deep soaker tub. The kitchen has timeless subway tile, shaker cabinetry, stone counters & five-burner gas range. It overlooks the generously sized den while the dining room is situated on the opposite side and offers access to the side yard with large deck & beautiful brick surround making for seamless indoor/outdoor entertaining. The second floor boasts a charming loft with built ins and a bonus space for home office or nursery. The primary offers ample space with an updated ensuite w/ a dual vanity and oversized shower stall. This charmer also features a highly coveted garage. All that and so close to everything amazing about Midwood.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Active Under Contract)
(Active Under Contract)
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
Size2,069 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1941
ParkingDetached Garage, Garage Faces Side
MLS #4263350
FireplaceGas Log
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Refrigerator
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Tile, Vinyl, Wood
- Interior: Built-in Features, Cable Prewire, Drop Zone
- Fireplace: Gas Log
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached Garage, Garage Faces Side
- Architectural Style: Cottage
- Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
- List Price: $925,000
- Price/SqFt: $447
- Annual Tax Amount: $5,537
- Tax Year: 2024
- Year Built: 1941
- Living Area: 2,069 SqFt
- MLS Number: 4263350
- Office Name: COMPASS
- Office Email: ken.riel@compass.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 28, 2022 | Home Sold | $785,000 |
| Oct 12, 2018 | Home Sold | $465,000 |
| Jun 25, 2012 | Home Sold | $363,000 |
| Jul 31, 2008 | Home Sold | $381,000 |
| Feb 04, 1992 | Home Sold | $97,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $755,000 | $5,537 |
| 2023 | $755,000 | $7,285 |
| 2022 | $474,300 | $4,577 |
| 2021 | $474,300 | $4,577 |
| 2020 | $474,300 | $4,668 |
| 2018 | $310,400 | $4,145 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Villa Heights Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•800 Everett Pl
4
Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School
Public Magnet KG-5
1.2 mi
•1601 Park Dr
8
Highland Mill Montessori
Public Magnet PK-6
1.3 mi
•3201 Clemson Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $102,022. Residents of Charlotte, NC typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
5%
<35k
44%
35k-100k
44%
100k-200k
7%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
52%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
21%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
16%
<11 yrs old
3%
12-17 yrs old
28%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
5%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Soccer
Skiing/snowboarding
Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
The Container Store
Nordstrom
IKEA
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Starbucks
California Pizza Kitchen
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
BMW
Jeep
Acura
What do the neighbors listen to?
Alternative
Talk/Personality
Sports
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1729 Kensington Dr
The listing price of 1729 Kensington Dr property is $925,000.
The property 1729 Kensington Dr is a house located in Charlotte, North Carolina, 28205.
Accepting Backup Offers: 1729 Kensington Dr is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
The nearby schools for 1729 Kensington Dr are: Villa Heights Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Highland Mill Montessori (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Piedmont Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Charlotte Lab School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Eastway Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Military and Global Leadership (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Hawthorne Academy of Health Sciences (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Garinger High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $5,537 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on April 28, 2022 for $785,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1729 Kensington Dr has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 1729 Kensington Dr is 2,069 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1729 Kensington Dr is 1941.
This home is located at 1729 Kensington Dr in Charlotte, NC and zip code 28205 in the Plaza Midwood neighborhood. This 2,069 square foot home was built in 1941. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 29, 2025 and is currently priced at $925,000.
While more than 257 listings in Charlotte, NC in May 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 270 listings sold at asking price, and more than 567 were sold below. The number of listings in Charlotte, NC increased by 8.1% between April and May 2025. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 32 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $424,825.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.