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502 S South Street

Gastonia, NC 28052

Pending 86 days on market Listing ID CAR297964704

$397,000

5 bd · 3 ba · 3,004 sqft · $132/sqft

5 Beds
3 Baths
3,004 Sq Ft
$132/Sq Ft
1916 Built
Single Family ResidenceYork ChesterMar 19, 2026

Highlights

1916 build5 bedroomsSingle Family ResidenceYork ChesterFireplaceBasement

About This Home

Now offered at $397,000 — step into timeless charm and character with this beautifully preserved Craftsman located in the heart of the historic York-Chester Historic District. Built in the early 1900s, this spacious home offers a rare blend of historic architectural detail, warmth, and functionality that is increasingly difficult to find in today’s market.

Featuring 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and two primary suites, the flexible floorplan offers room for multigenerational living, guests, or work-from-home needs. The main-level primary suite includes a dressing room with abundant storage and organization.

Original craftsmanship shines throughout with hardwood floors, coffered ceilings, detailed molding, built-ins, and 8 original decorative fireplaces located throughout the home, including the bedrooms, dining room, and living room.

The kitchen offers granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, breakfast area, and abundant cabinetry while maintaining the home’s historic charm. Spacious living and dining areas create an inviting atmosphere perfect for entertaining or everyday living.

Relax and unwind on one of the home’s three inviting porches while enjoying the charm and character of one of Gastonia’s most beloved historic neighborhoods. Located just minutes from the FUSE District, CaroMont Health Park, shopping, dining, and approximately 20 minutes to Charlotte Douglas International Airport.

If you’ve been searching for a home with character, history, space, and architectural detail not found in newer construction, this is a rare opportunity at an exceptional value.

Property Details

Interior Details

Heating
  • Heat Pump
Flooring
  • Tile
  • Vinyl
  • Wood
Sqftmain
1758
Roomcount
14
Sqftlower
0
Sqftthird
0
Sqftupper
1246
Bedroommain
1
Bedroomupper
4
Fullbathmain
1
Halfbathmain
0
Door Features
  • French Doors
  • Insulated Door(s)
  • Storm Door(s)
Fullbathupper
2
Halfbathupper
0
Half Bathrooms
0
Total Bathrooms
3
Window Features
  • Insulated Window(s)
Laundry Features
  • Inside
  • Laundry Room
Interior Features
  • Attic Other
  • Attic Stairs Pulldown
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-in Features
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Pantry
  • Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Other - See Remarks
Mainlevelgarageyn
0
Security Features
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
  • Security System
  • Smoke Detector(s)
Sqftunheatedtotal
146
Fireplace Features
  • Living Room
  • Non-Functional
  • Primary Bedroom
  • Other - See Remarks
Sqfttotalpropertyhla
3004
Sqftunheatedbasement
146
Sqftsecondlivingquartershla
0

Dwelling And Structure

Architectural Style
  • Arts and Crafts

Square Footage And Levels

Levels
  • Two
Above Grade Finished Area
3004
Below Grade Finished Area
0

Parking And Garage

Open Parking
true
Parking Features
  • Driveway
Open Parking Spaces
4

Exterior Features

Roof
  • Architectural Shingle
Construction Materials
  • Wood
Patio And Porch Features
  • Covered
  • Front Porch
  • Rear Porch
  • Side Porch

Lot And Land

Lot Features
  • Corner Lot
Lot Size Units
Acres
Lot Size Dimensions
83x109x83x109

Basement And Foundation

Basement
  • French Drain
  • Sump Pump
  • Unfinished
Foundation Details
  • Basement
  • Crawl Space

Utilities

Sewer
  • Public Sewer
Utilities
  • Electricity Connected
  • Natural Gas
Water Source
  • City

Financial Information

Citytaxespaidto
Gastonia
Proposedspecialassessmentyn
0

Zoning And Restrictions

Zoningspecification
R2

Listed by Jennifer Bouvier (704-616-7725) · The J Bouvier Real Estate Group LLC (704-396-6390)

Location

Address
502 S South Street
City
Gastonia, NC 28052
Community
York Chester
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Schools

Elementary
Sherwood
Middle
Yorkchester
High
Hunter Huss

School assignments may change. Contact the school district to confirm.

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