405 Ransom St
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Description
Just 1 block from the UNC Chapel Hill campus and in the heart of the Cameron-McCauley Historic District, this colonial-revival home exudes historical character, charm, and offers an endless list of features. Covered porches welcome you on 3 sides and multiple dormers accent the clapboard-sided exterior. This 5 bedroom/3 bath home has a renovated interior and is currently configured as a 2-story single family residence with 2 attached rental apartments on the main floor (each apartment has 1 bedroom/1...Just 1 block from the UNC Chapel Hill campus and in the heart of the Cameron-McCauley Historic District, this colonial-revival home exudes historical character, charm, and offers an endless list of features. Covered porches welcome you on 3 sides and multiple dormers accent the clapboard-sided exterior. This 5 bedroom/3 bath home has a renovated interior and is currently configured as a 2-story single family residence with 2 attached rental apartments on the main floor (each apartment has 1 bedroom/1 bath). Remodeled kitchen and baths in the main house (done in 2016) including a gorgeous primary bath complete with tile floor, double vanity, stand-alone tub and shower. Hardwood floors throughout, true divided-light leaded glass windows, vintage moldings, trim, and door hardware compliment the historic features. A cozy office is perfect for private virtual meetings with built-in bookshelves and a desk of 200+ year-old wood. Outdoor entertaining is easy with ample parking, an oversized stone patio and firepit, as well as a tree house in the fenced rear yard. A 2-car detached garage makes a great workshop and offers a spacious storage attic. New roof ('25) and exterior paint ('25). Apartments provide great rental income to offset your mortgage or expenses! This is the perfect opportunity to live in the heart of town, and enjoy everything Chapel Hill has to offer!
Listing Agent
![Tom Wiltberger]()
tom.wiltberger@compass.comP: (919)-451-0740
Property Details for 405 Ransom Street
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LISTING UPDATED: 03/24/2026 01:45 PM
Property Details for 405 Ransom Street
| Status | Pending |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 10146655 |
| Days on Market | 40 |
| Taxes | $19,367 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Multi Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1924 |
| Lot Size | 0.37 AC / 16,117 SF |
| County | Orange County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Location
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Building Information for 405 Ransom Street
Stories3Year Built1924Building Size-Lot Size0.37 AC / 16,117 SF
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$10,678 per month
30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest
Principal and Interest
$9,064
Property Taxes
$1,614
HOA Dues
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1Property Information for 405 Ransom Street
Summary
Location and General Information
- Zoning: R-2
- Directions: From the middle of downtown Chapel Hill on Franklin St., South on Columbia St., Right onto Cameron Ave., Left onto Ransom St. House on left.
- Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
- Latitude: 35.905461
- Longitude: -79.056599
- Road Frontage Type: City Street
- Road Surface Type: Asphalt
- Neighborhood: McCauley Historic District
Taxes and HOA Information
- Association: No
- Tax Annual Amount: $19,367.00
- City Limits Of: Chapel Hill
- City Limits YN: Yes
- Lot Number: 0
- Restrictive Covenants YN: No
Contract Information
- Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
- Property Leased YN: No
- Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
School Information
- Elementary School: CH/Carrboro - Carrboro
- Middle Or Junior School: CH/Carrboro - Smith
- High School: CH/Carrboro - East Chapel Hill
Parking
- Open Parking: Yes
- Parking Features: Driveway, Gravel, Off Street
- Attached Garage: No
- Garage Spaces: 2.0
- Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
- Building Area Total: 4786.0
- Building Name: Paulsen House
- Lot Features: Back Yard, City Lot, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Rectangular Lot
- Architectural Style: Colonial, Traditional
- Detached Living Area Sq Ft: 1708
- Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0
- Other Structures: Garage(s)
- Parcel Number: 9788341452
- Structure Type: House, Multi Family, Triplex
- Enhanced Accessible: No
- Primary Residence YN: Yes
Property and Assessments
- New Construction: No
- Photos Count: 64
- Property Attached: Yes
- Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
- Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
- Senior Community: No
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Water Source: Public
- Water_Sewer: Public, Public Sewer, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Construction Materials: Clapboard, Wood Siding
- Exterior Features: Fire Pit
- Fencing: Partial, Wood
- Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar, Stone
- Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Porch
- Pool Private: No
- Roof: Shingle
- New Construction Type: Clapboard, Wood Siding, House, Multi Family, Triplex
Interior Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Master Bedroom 1st Floor: 2
- Basement Description: Partial, Unfinished
- Fireplaces Total: 1
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Wood
- Cooling: Central Air, Electric
- Cooling?: Yes
- Heating: Central, Ductless, Radiant
- Heating?: Yes
- Appliances: Disposal, Electric Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Multiple Locations, Upper Level
- Interior Features: Granite Counters, Pantry
- Equipment Appliances: Disposal, Electric Range, Refrigerator
- Interior: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Driveway, Gravel, Off Street, Clapboard, Wood Siding, Laundry Closet, Multiple Locations, Upper Level
- Equipment: Disposal, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Laundry Closet, Multiple Locations, Upper Level, Driveway, Gravel, Off Street
Room Information
Room Information
- Rooms Total: 12.0
Room 1
- Room Dimensions: 14.7 x 13.8
- Room Width: 13.8
- Room Length: 14.7
- Room Level: Second
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 2
- Room Dimensions: 15 x 15.7
- Room Width: 15.7
- Room Length: 15.0
- Room Level: Second
- Room Type: Living Room
Room 3
- Room Dimensions: 14 x 13.2
- Room Width: 13.2
- Room Length: 14.0
- Room Level: Second
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 4
- Room Dimensions: 14.2 x 13.2
- Room Width: 13.2
- Room Length: 14.2
- Room Level: Second
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 5
- Room Dimensions: 14.2 x 13
- Room Width: 13.0
- Room Length: 14.2
- Room Level: Second
- Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 6
- Room Dimensions: 10 x 6.5
- Room Width: 6.5
- Room Length: 10.0
- Room Level: Second
- Room Type: Office
Room 7
- Room Dimensions: 14.7 x 14
- Room Width: 14.0
- Room Length: 14.7
- Room Level: Third
- Room Type: Kitchen
Room 8
- Room Dimensions: 16.3 x 19.2
- Room Width: 19.2
- Room Length: 16.3
- Room Level: Third
- Room Type: Dining Room
Room 9
- Room Dimensions: 12 x 13
- Room Width: 13.0
- Room Length: 12.0
- Room Level: Third
- Room Type: Bedroom 5
Room 10
- Room Dimensions: 8.5 x 36.2
- Room Width: 36.2
- Room Length: 8.5
- Room Level: Third
- Room Type: Bonus Room
Room 11
- Room Description: Rear apartment approx. overall dims
- Room Dimensions: 26 x 28
- Room Width: 28.0
- Room Length: 26.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Other
Room 12
- Room Description: Front apartment approx. overall dims
- Room Dimensions: 34 x 26
- Room Width: 26.0
- Room Length: 34.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Other
Agent
Sale and Listing
- For Sale YN: No
- Property Type: Residential
- Property Class Name: CrossProperty
Property History for 405 Ransom Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 24, 2026 | Pending TRIANGLEMLS #10146655 | — | |
| Feb 12, 2026 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #10146655 | $1,800,000 | — |
| Apr 22, 2008 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #236600101 | $875,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 03/24/2026 | Pending TRIANGLEMLS #10146655 | — |
| 02/12/2026 | Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #10146655 | $1,800,000 |
| 04/22/2008 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #236600101 | $875,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 405 Ransom Street
Taxable ValueLand$750,000Additions$755,800Total$1,505,800
Tax Record2025$20,339 ($1,695 / month)
Home Facts
Beds7Baths5Total Finished SqFt3,890 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,890 SqFtStories3Lot Size16,117 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1924Year Renovated2007ZoningR-2CountyORANGEAPN9788-34-1452Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 405 Ransom Street
This home is within Chapel Hill-Carrboro City School District.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Carrboro Elementary School PublicPK to 5 | ||
R D And Euzelle Smith Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
East Chapel Hill High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Virtual Academy School Public9 to 12 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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