2208 E 5th St, Charlotte, NC 28204
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2208 E 5th St
Charlotte, NC 28204

Elizabeth
  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,224 sqft

$1,115,000

Est. Mortgage $5,728/mo*
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$1,115,000

Est. Mortgage $5,728/mo*
Get Pre-Qualified
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,224 sqft
We estimate this home will sell faster than 94% nearby.

Local Information

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Description

Timeless character and opportunity await in the heart of historic Elizabeth Neighborhood. Located at 2208 E. 5th Street, this classic 1928 bungalow is filled with original details and endless potential, the 9 foot ceiling in this home are a bonus. Features Primary en suite on main level, 3 bedrooms on second level. The fourth bedroom with full closet is great for office/art studio with new windows overlooking the front yard with mature trees. 2 large full bathrooms and 1/2 bath. Windows are beautiful original leaded glass ready to be restored to their full charm. Hardwood floors throughout, all rooms are spacious with great closet space for storage. The large screened-in back porch overlooks private backyard and offers the perfect space for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying Charlotte evenings year-round. The partial basement provides valuable dry storage space rarely found in homes of this era. A welcoming front porch, and historic architectural details make this property truly special. The home offers a detached 283 SF building that is great for workout space, office or flex space. This beautiful bungalow is situated on a prime location in Elizabeth, just minutes from uptown Charlotte, parks, restaurants, entertainment, and everything Elizabeth and Plaza Midwood have to offer. This lovely home for a family offers the perfect opportunity to add your personal touch and live in a piece of Charlotte history.
We estimate this home will sell faster than 94% nearby.

Home Highlights

Parking
Open Parking
Outdoor
Porch
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$501
Listed
15 days ago

Home Details for 2208 E 5th St

Active Status

MLS Status: Under Contract-Show

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: PartialNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom S, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Office
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2224 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, RefrigeratorDishwasherDisposalLaundry: Laundry Room,Main LevelRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Living Room
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Wood
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Rear Porch, ScreenedFencing: Back YardOther Structures: Shed(s)Foundation: Crawl Space
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: Driveway
Frontage
Responsible for Road Maintenance: Publicly Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: Concrete, Paved
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Farm & Range
Horse Amenities: None
Surface & Elevation
Elevation: 1000 FeetElevation: 1000Elevation Units: Feet
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2224 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 12Days on Market: 15

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1928
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Construction Materials: Aluminum, Hardboard Siding, VinylNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 12708415

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,115,000Price Per Sqft: $501

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: CharlotteCommunity: Elizabeth
School Information
Elementary School: EastoverJr High / Middle School: SedgefieldHigh School: Myers Park

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 4380576

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2224 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.19 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 4380576Zillow Contingency Status: Accepting Back-up OffersAttribution Contact: jenny.hardman@compass.comAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 2224
Last check for updates: about 14 hours ago
Listing Provided by: Jennifer Hardman
COMPASS
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#4380576
Also Listed on Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.

Market trends in Charlotte

Last updated April 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$402K
$3.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.7%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$234
$3MoM
Available listings
4410
448MoM

Price History for 2208 E 5th St

DatePriceEventSource
05/27/2026$1,115,000Listed For SaleCanopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4380576

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$7,120
Assessment$905,800
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Comparable Sales for 2208 E 5th St

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Distance
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Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2117 Vail Ave, Charlotte, NC
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417 N Dotger Ave, Charlotte, NC
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$1,750,000
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4
3
3,371
2221 E 8th St, Charlotte, NC
0.27
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$970,000
05/20/26
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2212 Vail Ave, Charlotte, NC
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$835,000
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2
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4
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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Elizabeth
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What Locals Say about Elizabeth

At least 60 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 72 % Say car is needed

  • 71 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 70 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 65 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 60 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 55 % Say parking is easy

  • 50 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 46 % Say kids play outside

  • 43 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 42 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 34 % Say it's quiet

  • 30 % Say there are community events

  • 27 % Say there's wildlife

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Lys1975
    "Free trolley that goes to uptown and connects with the light rail. Walking distance to Plaza, close to Southend and Dilworth."
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  • Trulia User
    "Everyone is friendly towards pets but none of us appreciate if you allow your pet to roam freely or to walk them and allow them to poop in our yards so bring a bag."
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  • Trulia User
    "Yes dog owners would love living here for the walkability and the parks. It is a great neighborhood for dog owners "
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  • Trulia User
    "This neighborhood is rather quit. i like it. Everything is very well mai tained. i cant wait unti school starts and the kids settle in."
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  • Trulia User
    "Nothing.... the area is slammed with constant crime, shootings, theft, package theft, car break ins, assaults and everything else you can imagine! I can’t wait to move out! Lots of bars though if you like getting drunk all the time! "
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  • Leonel P.
    "Majority own dogs around this area. Many facilities, business and parks allow dogs on the premises. "
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  • Mikala V.
    "I am .6 miles from my work so I can have a 12-15 minute walk, 6 min bike ride or 3 minute drive! I am in walking distance to restaurants and bars as well. "
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  • Katie D.
    "The neighborhood is dog friendly and dogs are picked up after. The Greenway is close and a great place to walk your dog and see nice views of the skyline. "
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  • Brittanyschlenk
    "Not sure. Sometimes these events are in the Elizabeth magazine that are given out to residence and to the different condo complexes in the area."
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  • Sherry J.
    "Family friendly neighborhood with mostly older homes that have been remodeled. lots of big trees and nice parks"
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  • Sabrina.mendez
    "The annual 5k race is probably the biggest event we have, but there’s always something going on around here!"
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  • Sabrina.mendez
    "Beautiful neighborhood, so conveniently located, lots of small business mostly retail and restaurants walking distance. Love living here. "
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  • Lockhart h.
    "I work from home so don’t have a commute. Elizabeth is easily accessible and centrally located. It’s close to main local roads as well as highways. "
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  • Mrkleandavid
    "We have lived in Glenridge for over 12 years. We love our neighborhood and know most of the neighbors that own houses "
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  • Ryan M.
    "With the many sidewalks make it easy to get around and gives the neighborhood a good family feel. It is also within walking distance of novant hospital and CPCC."
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  • Sabrina S.
    "Character and fancy. I love the mix of business and homes together. Not the typical neighborhood layout of charlotte. "
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  • Venus J.
    "I love all the different homes and tree coverage. It’s like living in a forest! I love only a 5 minute drive to uptown which is incredibly smooth work commute. "
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Jennifer Hardman, COMPASS
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-06-10 12:08:26 PDT. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Some IDX listings have been excluded from this website. Click here for more information
2208 E 5th St, Charlotte, NC 28204 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,224 sqft single-family home built in 1928. 2208 E 5th St is located in Elizabeth, Charlotte. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID on May 24, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 4380576.