A truly unique and lifetime opportunity! The Isaac W. Pritchard House, a landmark of the Cameron-McCauley Historic District, is now offered for sale. This stately Colonial-Revival home, built in the 1890s, rests on an oversized 0.86 acre lot and presents over 3800 s.ft. of living space, vintage character, and special features. The wide wrap-around front porch is perfect for relaxing with your morning coffee or evening cocktail. A backyard oasis awaits you, featuring a large deck, an inground pool with marble tile decking, plus a full size tennis/sport court, surrounded by brick garden walls. Absolutely ideal for outdoor entertaining. All of this, just 1 block from the UNC campus. The property features all of the southern style and charm you expect in Chapel Hill, including a sprawling front lawn, matchstick fencing, tasteful garden and ancient oak & magnolia trees. Renovated in 2006, this 5 bedroom, 4 1/2 bath home features clapboard siding, 3 chimneys, heart pine floors, 10 ft. ceilings, 2 fireplaces, & 5-panel craftsman wood doors. The elegant foyer welcomes your guests showing off the switchback staircase with wooden banister and landing, reportedly assembled from 3 different nearby homes. A spacious kitchen offers classic cream-painted wood cabinetry, granite countertops, recessed lighting, and a large island and a cozy breakfast banquette that overlooks the backyard paradise. Formal living and dining rooms both feature wrought iron fireplaces with marble hearths, tile surrounds and vintage wood mantles. Upstairs is the primary suite, with its ensuite, renovated bath and large walk-in closet. Four other bedrooms, 3 guest baths and an office provide plenty of room for guests. Recent improvements include exterior paint ('25), interior paint ('26), main floor hvac ('25) & refinished floors ('26). Just blocks from the Dean Dome, Kenan Stadium, UNC Hospitals, and Franklin Street. Welcome to your new home at 400 Ransom Street, The Isaac W. Pritchard House.
Coming soon 04/14
$2,100,000
400 Ransom St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
5beds
3,826sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1890
0.86 Acres Lot
$1,533,100 Zestimate®
$549/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: 8 hours ago
Listed by:
Tom J Wiltberger 919-451-0740,
Compass -- Chapel Hill - Durham
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10156203
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Refrigerator, Oven, Washer
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Smooth Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,826
- Total interior livable area: 3,826 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,826
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Gravel, Off Street
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch, Porch
- Exterior features: Fenced Yard, Tennis Court(s)
- Pool features: Fenced, In Ground, Outdoor Pool, Pool Cover, Salt Water
- Fencing: Front Yard, Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pool
Lot
- Size: 0.86 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Landscaped, See Remarks
Details
- Parcel number: 9788249541
- Zoning: R-2 w/ HD ovrly
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial, Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Clapboard, Wood Siding
- Roof: Shingle, Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public, Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Chapel Hill
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $549/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,597,500
- Annual tax amount: $21,128
- Date on market: 4/14/2026
Estimated market value
$1,533,100
$1.27M - $1.82M
$4,580/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/26/1999 | Sold | $595,000$156/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #514090 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $21,128 +6.6% | $1,597,500 +36.8% |
| 2024 | $19,825 +2.9% | $1,167,800 |
| 2023 | $19,273 +4.4% | $1,167,800 |
| 2022 | $18,466 +1.3% | $1,167,800 |
| 2021 | $18,227 +1.8% | $1,167,800 +8.5% |
| 2020 | $17,897 | $1,076,400 |
| 2018 | $17,897 +2.3% | $1,076,400 |
| 2017 | $17,495 +0.5% | $1,076,400 +1.9% |
| 2016 | $17,414 | $1,056,820 |
| 2015 | $17,414 | $1,056,820 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$11,970/mo
Principal & interest
$10640
Property taxes
$1330
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Cameron-Mccauley
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Carrboro Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.3 mi
- 8/10R D And Euzelle Smith Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.8 mi
- 9/10East Chapel Hill High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: CH/Carrboro - Carrboro
- Middle: CH/Carrboro - Smith
- High: CH/Carrboro - East Chapel Hill
Source: Doorify MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.







