513 Saint Charles Avenue NE

Description

LOVE living here! Timeless Victorian Elegance in the Heart of Midtown. Experience a piece of history with this stunning Victorian home, built circa 1896. Nestled in a prime Midtown location, this one-of-a-kind residence is surrounded by wide, tree-lined streets and welcoming sidewalks, offering a charming neighborhood feel just moments from the best of Intown living. Homes here rarely change hands-the neighborhood has incredibly low turnover because it's simply an amazing place to live. Impeccably maintained original period details blend seamlessly with modern updates, ensuring both historic charm and contemporary comfort. Soaring 11-foot ceilings, original hardwood floors, and stately trimmed windows create a warm and inviting ambiance, while picture rail molding and intricate ceiling medallions add timeless character. The home's rocking chair front porch-framed by a classic picket fence and seasonal blooms of gardenias and azaleas-sets the stage for neighborly chats and peaceful mornings. Once inside the grand foyer showcases the elegant staircase, leading into the front living room with double pocket doors opening to a formal dining space that has hosted cherished gatherings for decades. Original working fireplaces in both rooms enhance the home's historic charm. A modernized full bath on the main level boasts an original clawfoot tub, floor-to-ceiling windows, and an electric shade for privacy. The kitchen has won the neighborhood's Iron Chef competition and is outfitted with stainless appliances, painted wood cabinetry, white quartz countertops, and a striking original brick wall behind the Thermador six-burner range with vented hood. KitchenAid 48-inch side-by-side refrigerator/freezer, a white farmhouse sink, and an eat-in sitting area with coffered ceiling and French doors to the back deck make this space both functional and inviting. A large laundry room/pantry provides additional convenience, with back stairs leading to the second level. Upstairs, the charm continues with soaring 10-foot ceilings and an elegant curved-edge wall. The primary suite is a true sanctuary, boasting a third working fireplace, two closets, and a spa-inspired bathroom complete with dual vanity, an oversized rain shower with multiple shower heads and a built-in bench for ultimate relaxation. The second and third bedrooms each feature decorative coal box fireplaces, adding warmth and character, while the fourth bedroom offers flexibility-perfect for guests, a home office, or a cozy retreat. Additional features include a walk-up attic with permanent stairs, a partial basement with original bricked room and cellar, fenced backyard, two HVAC systems, foam spray insulation, a whole-house water filtration system, and two hot water heaters. Walkscore 98 as Walker's Paradise, you are a 5-10 minute journey to essentials such as Ponce City Market Piedmont Park, the Eastside Beltline, Trader Joe's, and Midtown Promenade, as well as Whole Foods...and so much more! This home places you in the heart of Atlanta's most vibrant scene, and is ideal for pedestrians. Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is just a 20 minute drive away, ensuring convenience for frequent travelers. This is a rare opportunity to own a historic Midtown treasure in a highly coveted neighborhood where people love to stay. Don't miss your chance to make it yours!