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One of the oldest & most architecturally significant residences in Historic Fisher Park, the John Walker Fry House is truly one of a kind. It's beautiful curb presence draws you in, & its modern design elements, outstanding craftsmanship & architectural details come together to make you feel at home. Thoughtfully renovated & expanded in 2002 the foursquare house offers multiple unique living spaces where you can relax, visit, cook, work or entertain. 10' ceilings on main level, pine & oak floors, leaded glass transoms, custom moldings, & 3 working fireplaces are just a few of the homes delightful interior design highlights. The large windows bring in the light & invite you out of doors to enjoy the attractive wood porches, gorgeous landscaping & lush zoysia grass lawn. A 1900’s classic filled w/ integrity, character, & charm. Incredibly close to all that downtown has to offer. Come see this Preservation GSO Award winning home at the top of the park for yourself! View More

One of the oldest & most architecturally significant residences in Historic Fisher Park, the John Walker Fry House is truly one of a kind. It's beautiful curb presence draws you in, & its modern design elements, outstanding craftsmanship & architectural details come together to make you feel at home. Thoughtfully renovated & expanded in 2002 the foursquare house offers multiple unique living spaces where you can relax, visit, cook, work or entertain. 10' ceilings on main level, pine & oak floors, leaded glass transoms, custom moldings, & 3 working fireplaces are just a few of the homes delightful interior design highlights. The large windows bring in the light & invite you out of doors to enjoy the attractive wood porches, gorgeous landscaping & lush zoysia grass lawn. A 1900’s classic filled w/ integrity, character, & charm. Incredibly close to all that downtown has to offer. Come see this Preservation GSO Award winning home at the top of the park for yourself!

Historical House within a mile from downtown. 5 Bedroom, 3bath home. Home being sold " as is". Reserve Molding Marble Fireplace. This home has many possibilities with the right renovations. Seller will also Do Seller Financing. View More

Historical House within a mile from downtown. 5 Bedroom, 3bath home. Home being sold " as is". Reserve Molding Marble Fireplace. This home has many possibilities with the right renovations. Seller will also Do Seller Financing.

This stunning 5 bedroom, 2.5 bath Victorian has been restored to preserve the original craftsmanship while having many updates for modern day convenience. A gourmet kitchen with slide in gas range, granite countertops, custom cabinets and large island with seating. Sitting on over 16 acres with hand finished heart pine, hot tub, separate pool house, pool and a studio apartment over detached two car garage. Generac generator is wired to the main house and both storage buildings convey. Showings start on June 3rd and open house is set for June 5th from 1:00-3:00 pm. View More

This stunning 5 bedroom, 2.5 bath Victorian has been restored to preserve the original craftsmanship while having many updates for modern day convenience. A gourmet kitchen with slide in gas range, granite countertops, custom cabinets and large island with seating. Sitting on over 16 acres with hand finished heart pine, hot tub, separate pool house, pool and a studio apartment over detached two car garage. Generac generator is wired to the main house and both storage buildings convey. Showings start on June 3rd and open house is set for June 5th from 1:00-3:00 pm.

The Francis Marion Smith house was constructed in 1898 & is listed on the National Register of Historical Places. This exquisite home incorporates Queen Anne & Colonial Revival design style elements featuring a high hipped roof, tall chimneys, Tuscan columns & wrap around front covered porch. A true gem situated on a large 1.12 acre lot with patio, deck, storage building & gazebo in the heart of downtown Gibsonville. The interior features a spacious floor plan consisting of 3,536 sq feet, 4 BR’s, 2.5 bath View More

The Francis Marion Smith house was constructed in 1898 & is listed on the National Register of Historical Places. This exquisite home incorporates Queen Anne & Colonial Revival design style elements featuring a high hipped roof, tall chimneys, Tuscan columns & wrap around front covered porch. A true gem situated on a large 1.12 acre lot with patio, deck, storage building & gazebo in the heart of downtown Gibsonville. The interior features a spacious floor plan consisting of 3,536 sq feet, 4 BR’s, 2.5 bath

Recently updated charming home in move in condition. This home has been a rental for years and the out of state owner has decided to remodel and sell. Home has great curb appeal and nice lot close to downtown. Note: Finished attic areas on the second and third levels of the home do not have heat or air conditioning and have not been included in the gross living area calculations. (538 Sq Ft) +/_. View More

Recently updated charming home in move in condition. This home has been a rental for years and the out of state owner has decided to remodel and sell. Home has great curb appeal and nice lot close to downtown. Note: Finished attic areas on the second and third levels of the home do not have heat or air conditioning and have not been included in the gross living area calculations. (538 Sq Ft) +/_.

Out-of-town buyers changed their minds so it is back on the market. Greensboro Downtown living just blocks from the baseball stadium, fabulous restaurants & breweries, the Arts, and all the budding entertainment areas. Enjoy the downtown festivals! This home has been renovated over the last five years. Renovations include a renovated kitchen, laundry room, bathrooms, refinished hardwood floors, and freshly painted throughout. 2019 new upstairs HVAC, and new windows. 2017 new roof. Great opportunity to enjoy the downtown lifestyle. View More

Out-of-town buyers changed their minds so it is back on the market. Greensboro Downtown living just blocks from the baseball stadium, fabulous restaurants & breweries, the Arts, and all the budding entertainment areas. Enjoy the downtown festivals! This home has been renovated over the last five years. Renovations include a renovated kitchen, laundry room, bathrooms, refinished hardwood floors, and freshly painted throughout. 2019 new upstairs HVAC, and new windows. 2017 new roof. Great opportunity to enjoy the downtown lifestyle.

Charming Westerwood, 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bathroom home with lots of character built in 1919. Updated kitchen, Walk in Pantry, Butlers Pantry, High ceilings and hardwood floors throughout. Large mudroom and laundry on the main floor. One bedroom and half bath on main floor, primary and two additional bedrooms on upper. Rocking chair front porch, perfect to sit, relax and watch the world go by. Furnace/AC 2018, Washer and Dryer 2018, Refrigerator 2019, Microwave 2019. Heated & cooled 135sq ft,room in the basement, perfect for storage (not counted in sq ft). Shared driveway, space for 4 vehicles behind the house, alleyway allows for easy access in and out. Just a block from UNCG, perfect rental property. View More

Charming Westerwood, 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bathroom home with lots of character built in 1919. Updated kitchen, Walk in Pantry, Butlers Pantry, High ceilings and hardwood floors throughout. Large mudroom and laundry on the main floor. One bedroom and half bath on main floor, primary and two additional bedrooms on upper. Rocking chair front porch, perfect to sit, relax and watch the world go by. Furnace/AC 2018, Washer and Dryer 2018, Refrigerator 2019, Microwave 2019. Heated & cooled 135sq ft,room in the basement, perfect for storage (not counted in sq ft). Shared driveway, space for 4 vehicles behind the house, alleyway allows for easy access in and out. Just a block from UNCG, perfect rental property.

MULTIPLE OFFERS. ALL OFFERS TO BE SUBMITTED BY 5/23 AT 10:00AM. Charming historic home Cira 1915, the William A. Greeson House. Inviting front porch welcomes you to the gracious parlor / foyer with decorative oak fireplace and side stairway. All the charm you expect with hardwood flooring, high ceilings, 4 decorative fireplaces, plus an updated kitchen, updated baths and separate laundry room. Upper bath with claw footed tub / shower. FRESH PAINT in all bedrooms. 2018 updates include: METAL ROOF, gutters, french drain and duct work. Covered patio and storage building. Convenient to dining, shops. Glenwood residence have usage of the UNCG Kaplan Center! Don't miss this gem. View More

MULTIPLE OFFERS. ALL OFFERS TO BE SUBMITTED BY 5/23 AT 10:00AM. Charming historic home Cira 1915, the William A. Greeson House. Inviting front porch welcomes you to the gracious parlor / foyer with decorative oak fireplace and side stairway. All the charm you expect with hardwood flooring, high ceilings, 4 decorative fireplaces, plus an updated kitchen, updated baths and separate laundry room. Upper bath with claw footed tub / shower. FRESH PAINT in all bedrooms. 2018 updates include: METAL ROOF, gutters, french drain and duct work. Covered patio and storage building. Convenient to dining, shops. Glenwood residence have usage of the UNCG Kaplan Center! Don't miss this gem.

ALL OFFERS IN BY NOON 12PM ON SATURDAY, MAY 21ST!! INVESTORS ONLY! HUD Housing assistance occupied with lease in place. This home has lots of square footage with 5 Bedrooms/3 Full Baths. Primary bedroom is located on the main floor with walk in closet and bathroom suite. Home was remodeled and final inspection done sometime in 2010. Private Showings only for SERIOUS BUYERS please. Wednesday and Friday showings 12-2:30pm ONLY. See Agent Only remarks. View More

ALL OFFERS IN BY NOON 12PM ON SATURDAY, MAY 21ST!! INVESTORS ONLY! HUD Housing assistance occupied with lease in place. This home has lots of square footage with 5 Bedrooms/3 Full Baths. Primary bedroom is located on the main floor with walk in closet and bathroom suite. Home was remodeled and final inspection done sometime in 2010. Private Showings only for SERIOUS BUYERS please. Wednesday and Friday showings 12-2:30pm ONLY. See Agent Only remarks.

The Armfield-Morrison House was built in 1909. The District National Register of Historic Places nomination: "Cross gables, two front bays; partially enclosed wraparound front porch supported by fluted Corinthian columns". This translates into a charming bungalow/victorian cottage with high ceilings and light filled rooms. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with full daylight basement. Deep lot located on the Greenway in the Fisher Park historic district. View More

The Armfield-Morrison House was built in 1909. The District National Register of Historic Places nomination: "Cross gables, two front bays; partially enclosed wraparound front porch supported by fluted Corinthian columns". This translates into a charming bungalow/victorian cottage with high ceilings and light filled rooms. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with full daylight basement. Deep lot located on the Greenway in the Fisher Park historic district.

Endless possibilities! Amazing acreage (7+ acres) in the Northern School District! The outdoors:18x36 salt water pool (fenced), gazebo, picturesque log cabin, 5+ acres of horse pastures, mature trees, hay barn w. 2-bay garage, turn-out shed, patio, or plenty of space to build a new property (or more!). The house: oak floors throughout, quaint kitchen w. 2 whole ovens, sub-zero fridge, skylights; front porch and covered side screened-in porch, newer roof (2019-2021) Pella windows, & more. Impeccably updated and beyond-lovingly maintained. Country feel yet close to major thoroughfares and city amenities. Make it yours! View More

Endless possibilities! Amazing acreage (7+ acres) in the Northern School District! The outdoors:18x36 salt water pool (fenced), gazebo, picturesque log cabin, 5+ acres of horse pastures, mature trees, hay barn w. 2-bay garage, turn-out shed, patio, or plenty of space to build a new property (or more!). The house: oak floors throughout, quaint kitchen w. 2 whole ovens, sub-zero fridge, skylights; front porch and covered side screened-in porch, newer roof (2019-2021) Pella windows, & more. Impeccably updated and beyond-lovingly maintained. Country feel yet close to major thoroughfares and city amenities. Make it yours!

One of the first homes to be built on Wentworth Dr. this Georgian style home has all the amenities for todays lifestyle. Formal living and dining rooms, library, sunroom & full hall entry greet all who enter. A later addition includes a large family room with French doors to the wrap around deck. Open kitchen and breakfast room plus side cubbies for the kids. Lower level recreational room or office plus additional storage and rooms in unfinished part of basement. Five upper level bedrooms. & 3 full baths. Oversized lot (lot & a half ), two car garage, adorable playhouse or garden house. Walk in and feel right at home plus enjoy living on one of G'boro's best streets. Convenient to schools, parks and shopping. View More

One of the first homes to be built on Wentworth Dr. this Georgian style home has all the amenities for todays lifestyle. Formal living and dining rooms, library, sunroom & full hall entry greet all who enter. A later addition includes a large family room with French doors to the wrap around deck. Open kitchen and breakfast room plus side cubbies for the kids. Lower level recreational room or office plus additional storage and rooms in unfinished part of basement. Five upper level bedrooms. & 3 full baths. Oversized lot (lot & a half ), two car garage, adorable playhouse or garden house. Walk in and feel right at home plus enjoy living on one of G'boro's best streets. Convenient to schools, parks and shopping.

Great Classic Construction renovation in 2008!! Incredible outdoor living areas! Classic Sunset Hills home with great space and tons of charm. The spacious living room with fireplace leads to a cozy covered porch providing one of several outdoor living areas. The dining room has a cute built-in corner cabinet. The gourmet kitchen has top-quality appliances and attractive finishes and opens into the bright family room with built-in shelving and an additional fireplace. Granite countertop with bar seating. The patio is surrounded by established landscaping. The primary bedroom on the main level has a deluxe bath and walk-in closet. The roomy second level has 3 additional bedrooms, a large bonus room and 1 full bath, and an already plumbed full bath that just needs finishes! Amazing curb appeal and only blocks from the popular "Corner" with several local restaurants and Bestway grocery store. Also close to the weekly farmer's market and the neighborhood playground! View More

Great Classic Construction renovation in 2008!! Incredible outdoor living areas! Classic Sunset Hills home with great space and tons of charm. The spacious living room with fireplace leads to a cozy covered porch providing one of several outdoor living areas. The dining room has a cute built-in corner cabinet. The gourmet kitchen has top-quality appliances and attractive finishes and opens into the bright family room with built-in shelving and an additional fireplace. Granite countertop with bar seating. The patio is surrounded by established landscaping. The primary bedroom on the main level has a deluxe bath and walk-in closet. The roomy second level has 3 additional bedrooms, a large bonus room and 1 full bath, and an already plumbed full bath that just needs finishes! Amazing curb appeal and only blocks from the popular "Corner" with several local restaurants and Bestway grocery store. Also close to the weekly farmer's market and the neighborhood playground!

95 year old Cottage Style home in the heart of Old Irving Park, built with the best quality materials and workmanship. This precious story and a half home has 4 bedrooms and features the Primary on the Main level with an updated bathroom. An additional bedroom is on the main level with a full bath. Upstairs you will find 2 nice size bedrooms with a full bath. The Den is beautifully paneled and it is the room you will live in. Den opens up to a quaint secret garden and patio filled with ferns and privacy. This home represents all the charm of an English Cottage and is on one of the best streets in Old Irving Park. View More

95 year old Cottage Style home in the heart of Old Irving Park, built with the best quality materials and workmanship. This precious story and a half home has 4 bedrooms and features the Primary on the Main level with an updated bathroom. An additional bedroom is on the main level with a full bath. Upstairs you will find 2 nice size bedrooms with a full bath. The Den is beautifully paneled and it is the room you will live in. Den opens up to a quaint secret garden and patio filled with ferns and privacy. This home represents all the charm of an English Cottage and is on one of the best streets in Old Irving Park.

One of those great Old Irving Park treasures. Built in 1934 only two families have lived in this home with moderate changes to keep the style and period in tact. Main level guest suite, formal living and dining room, open kitchen, breakfast room and morning room. Library features bay window, wall of bookcases and office. You will never want to leave the screened porch overlooking the pool and beautifully landscaped garden. Front and back stairs, upper level bedrooms with additional baths, formal entry and back foyer, main level laundry room and powder room. Adorable former play house attached to garage. A true gem. View More

One of those great Old Irving Park treasures. Built in 1934 only two families have lived in this home with moderate changes to keep the style and period in tact. Main level guest suite, formal living and dining room, open kitchen, breakfast room and morning room. Library features bay window, wall of bookcases and office. You will never want to leave the screened porch overlooking the pool and beautifully landscaped garden. Front and back stairs, upper level bedrooms with additional baths, formal entry and back foyer, main level laundry room and powder room. Adorable former play house attached to garage. A true gem.

Potential out the WAZOO! Previously rented for $1100/month, this spacious 4 bedroom 2 bath beauty is an investor's dream OR could be a lovely family home once fixed up. *Please note the posted photos are from BEFORE the last Tenants moved in a year ago - the home needs repairs* Updates in 1/2021 include: full interior paint, LVP flooring in entry/kitchen/dining room & baths, new kitchen cabinets/counters, replacement windows, new bathroom vanities/toilets, all new lighting & new heat pump! Situated on a corner lot in the desirable Glenwood neighborhood, this one has SO much to offer! Home is vacant & ready for some love & TLC. Being sold AS-IS. See Agent Only. View More

Potential out the WAZOO! Previously rented for $1100/month, this spacious 4 bedroom 2 bath beauty is an investor's dream OR could be a lovely family home once fixed up. *Please note the posted photos are from BEFORE the last Tenants moved in a year ago - the home needs repairs* Updates in 1/2021 include: full interior paint, LVP flooring in entry/kitchen/dining room & baths, new kitchen cabinets/counters, replacement windows, new bathroom vanities/toilets, all new lighting & new heat pump! Situated on a corner lot in the desirable Glenwood neighborhood, this one has SO much to offer! Home is vacant & ready for some love & TLC. Being sold AS-IS. See Agent Only.

TRUE SOUTHERN ELEGANCE! This gem is a rare find situated on one of the largest lots in Old Irving Park as well as offers a completely separate 1600 sq ft guest house/garage/rec room/office & 2 baths. Main house boasts 10 foot ceilings, stunning kitchen with Island & Thermador appliance package. Landscaping by Chip Calloway with English Gardens, Moss walkways, Blue Stone patios & Koi pond. Large Rocking chair front porch. Every inch of this home has been remodeled. Properties like this rarely come along! Lots of space for the money and guest house could have potential for additional income. View More

TRUE SOUTHERN ELEGANCE! This gem is a rare find situated on one of the largest lots in Old Irving Park as well as offers a completely separate 1600 sq ft guest house/garage/rec room/office & 2 baths. Main house boasts 10 foot ceilings, stunning kitchen with Island & Thermador appliance package. Landscaping by Chip Calloway with English Gardens, Moss walkways, Blue Stone patios & Koi pond. Large Rocking chair front porch. Every inch of this home has been remodeled. Properties like this rarely come along! Lots of space for the money and guest house could have potential for additional income.

For over 97 years the former Haywood Duke home has boasted one of the finest views of the GCC golf course, enjoying both front & back fairways. A stately Georgian with a well done addition featuring a copper roof has now a recently renovated kitchen, morning room & breakfast area on the main floor. Master bath renovations plus additional bathroom updates brings this house into the 2020’s. Back stairs now lead to a private bedroom suite. Grand foyer, formal living and dining rooms, extraordinary family room all add to the glamour of this well known house in Greensboro’s Old Irving Park neighborhood. Gazebo, outdoor terrace, five car garage and more than abundant storage. Embrace the old and love the new! View More

For over 97 years the former Haywood Duke home has boasted one of the finest views of the GCC golf course, enjoying both front & back fairways. A stately Georgian with a well done addition featuring a copper roof has now a recently renovated kitchen, morning room & breakfast area on the main floor. Master bath renovations plus additional bathroom updates brings this house into the 2020’s. Back stairs now lead to a private bedroom suite. Grand foyer, formal living and dining rooms, extraordinary family room all add to the glamour of this well known house in Greensboro’s Old Irving Park neighborhood. Gazebo, outdoor terrace, five car garage and more than abundant storage. Embrace the old and love the new!

Built in 1937 by the founder of Burlington Industries, this magnificent Georgian has remained an icon of the Old Irving Park neighborhood. Sited on over three acres. In the late 1990's the house underwent a total renovation by the present owner. The main house features Grand Foyer, Formal Living & Dining Rooms, Sunroom, Library, Kitchen, Butler Pantries, Morning Room, Six Bedrooms, inclusive of a magnificent primary suite with his & hers dressing rooms, baths. Lower level with Sauna, hot tub, bedroom, bath, exercise room & mechanical room. Pool House with two kitchens, two living areas & three bedrooms. The Cottage has open kitchen & living area, massive fireplace, two bedrooms and two baths. Carriage House with living area, kitchen, bedroom & bath. Gazebo, Tennis Court & open air breeze back grounds overlooking beautifully maintained gardens. Picturesque park like grounds face Greensboro Country Club golf course. View More

Built in 1937 by the founder of Burlington Industries, this magnificent Georgian has remained an icon of the Old Irving Park neighborhood. Sited on over three acres. In the late 1990's the house underwent a total renovation by the present owner. The main house features Grand Foyer, Formal Living & Dining Rooms, Sunroom, Library, Kitchen, Butler Pantries, Morning Room, Six Bedrooms, inclusive of a magnificent primary suite with his & hers dressing rooms, baths. Lower level with Sauna, hot tub, bedroom, bath, exercise room & mechanical room. Pool House with two kitchens, two living areas & three bedrooms. The Cottage has open kitchen & living area, massive fireplace, two bedrooms and two baths. Carriage House with living area, kitchen, bedroom & bath. Gazebo, Tennis Court & open air breeze back grounds overlooking beautifully maintained gardens. Picturesque park like grounds face Greensboro Country Club golf course.

Originally Built By The Kivette Family As Their Home To Entertain Many. This Home Could Operate As A Private Residence Or An Amazing Venue/ B&B. Designed To Entertain With Large Living Areas, A Stunning Library, Elegant Dining Room And Supper Room. A Bright And Dreamy Kitchen Along With Butlers Pantry Overlooking The Lush And Beautiful Landscaping. The Home Has 7 Beds, 4.5 Baths, 8 Fireplaces, A Darling 2 Story Carriage House And More. View More

Originally Built By The Kivette Family As Their Home To Entertain Many. This Home Could Operate As A Private Residence Or An Amazing Venue/ B&B. Designed To Entertain With Large Living Areas, A Stunning Library, Elegant Dining Room And Supper Room. A Bright And Dreamy Kitchen Along With Butlers Pantry Overlooking The Lush And Beautiful Landscaping. The Home Has 7 Beds, 4.5 Baths, 8 Fireplaces, A Darling 2 Story Carriage House And More.

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