Circa 1897 Victorian Cottage - SOLD by Greg Rapp

If you had your eye on this sweet Victorian storybook cottage of your dreams ~ you just missed it!! Greg Rapp with Wallace Realty offered this terrific blend of old world charm and new world comfort in a sweet single-story circa 1890s farmhouse Victorian in the heart of Salisbury, North Carolina on May 2nd . . . on May 15th it was under contract, and on June 12th, this historic home belonged to new owners!

308 West Monroe Street, a 1890-1910 folk Victorian Queen Anne  is nestled between three circa 1897 sister houses in the heart of the prestigious West Square Historic District in Salisbury, North Carolina. 

In the center of the Historic West Square and only blocks from the Rowan County Library and Downtown center, which is bustling with plenty of activity, 308 W. Monroe Street is a stone's throw from Salisbury's many and varied restaurants (Italian, American Bistro, Thai, and Vietnamese, to name a few!), community theaters, shops and brewery options!

Located in a Historic District overlay, this sweet home and others like it are eligible for City of Salisbury Historic Preservation Grants for exterior improvements. 

While you might have missed out on this home, Realtor® Greg Rapp is the area's expert in historic property real estate and can find your dream 'old house'.  Salisbury, North Carolina is noted for its preservation culture and a tremendous stock of historic homes . . . something for every budget!  These older homes are built with quality construction and materials that just do not exist in today's new construction. Partner with Greg Rapp and find your dream historic house!  It's as easy as dialing 704.213.6846!

AND . . . if you are an owner of an older home in the Salisbury area and thinking of selling, then it's time to give Realtor® Greg Rapp a call: 704.213.6846. Let Greg tell you the advantages of listing with the areas historic home expert . . . and the rest, as they say, will be history!

308 West Monroe Street
Salisbury NC 28144
CMLS#3503047
$144,900 SOLD














Greg Rapp 
Wallace Realty Co. 
704 213 6846 Mobile 
704 636 2021 Office 
www.realestatesalisbury.net 




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Circa 1938 Farmette for Sale ~ 6+ Acres ~ A Restoration Project!

When opportunity knocks, sometimes you need to be wearing overalls and roll up your sleeves! Here is your chance to return this 6.48 acre spread back into the gentleman's farm it once was. And the best part? This property is priced almost $50K under tax value!!!

This circa 1938, 1,316 s.f. home and farmette at 2110 Grubb Ferry Road in Salisbury NC is loaded with potential. There are a number of usable outbuildings, and a nice grape arbor. Yes, the house needs work, for sure a new roof, and the HVAC needs to be replaced (the heat is inoperable / AC may work) but the home has good bones. The well works!

The front porch with glassed-in with storm windows and a rear sunroom add to the livability of the home. Three bedrooms include a larger owner's suite with its own second full bath. A small portion of the back yard is fence-in . . . ideal for pets!

This home, with some elbow grease, could be a show place. Come take a look and make it your 21st century homestead. "Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work."

Don't let this chance pass you by! Call Realtor® Greg Rapp with Wallace Realty: 704.213.6846 to make this farmette YOURS! SOLD AS IS!

Note: While the tax card states that this property is 7.55 acres, the calculated area per Rowan County GIS is 6.48 acres; no survey on file.



2110 Grubb Ferry Road
Salisbury NC 28144
CMLS:#3503310
$87,500






Greg Rapp 
Wallace Realty Co. 
704 213 6846 Mobile 
704 636 2021 Office 
www.realestatesalisbury.net 

Circa 1925 Multi-Family - SOLD - by Realtor Greg Rapp

How often do you come across a circa 1925 multi-family property in a historic district looking for a new owner? We'll tell you . . . not that often!

Yet ~ along came 1102 S. Fulton Street in the area the locals call SoFul (South Fulton).  Down the road, the quaintest little commercial district hosts a coffee shop, a bakery, and a yoga and wellness center.  The Fulton Heights Historic District, one of Salisbury North Carolina's most desirable neighborhoods sits behind: a grid of circa 1900-1940 Arts & Crafts bungalow homes along tree-lined streets, a neighborhood park, and gardens and sidewalks galore.

The two handsome Arts & Crafts buildings, each had once been stately single-family homes, each hold (4) apartments. The property was listed 'For Sale' on July 24th, and by August 1st Realtor Greg Rapp had the property under contract. On September 12, 2018, Greg Rapp closed the deal on 1102 S. Fulton Street. The neighborhood looks forward with anticipation to see the refurbishments on these stately vintage buildings new ownership will bring!

When you are either in the market to sell your vintage property, or you have always dreamed of living in an older home, built with the quality materials and craftsmanship that seldom exists in newer properties . . . contact Greg Rapp, the area's expert on historic homes and properties. Call or text 704.213.6846 to list your home or commercial property today, and while we can't promise 7-week turn-around on all sales, Greg can ensure the 'SOLD' sign is hung sooner rather than later! Don't wait! Call today!







Greg Rapp 
Wallace Realty Co. 
704 213 6846 Mobile 
704 636 2021 Office 
www.realestatesalisbury.net 




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Vision and a Little Elbow Grease Needed Here...and That is All!

Edtior's Note:  Now priced at $82,500  5/19/2018

Once upon a time, in Salisbury North Carolina, there was a beautiful historic home known as the Fulton-Blackmer House. This grand home, one of the jewels in the crown of the prestigious West Square Historic Neighborhood in Salisbury, was built in 1820 by John Fulton on the street which would later be named after him.

In December of 1984 the home was burned by a devastating fire that burned the roof off, gutted the upstairs and burned much of the structure on two sides. The home sat vacant for a number of years. The building was deemed unstable by the City of Salisbury and condemned because of complaints. The city had all intentions of demolishing the structure.

In 2012, the Historic Salisbury Foundation purchased the home. After some stabilization work, the Foundation placed the Fulton-Blackmer House on its annual OctoberTour of Homes in 2013, then placed the home on the market to find an owner. In December of 2013 the home was purchased by Beth and Glenn Dixon, and the Dixon’s set to work with Alfred C Wilson and Company to restore the home to the original grandeur. What a feat!

The circa 1820 Fulton-Blackmer House is now a treasure to behold with a story that no one could have imagine being told.

Around the corner, also in the Historic West Square Neighborhood, is the beautiful four-square at 313 W. Fisher Street. This fine two-story home built in 1913, like the Fulton-Blackmer house, is listed for sale with Greg Rapp for the Historic Salisbury Foundation. Unlike the tragedy of fire that devastated the 1820 Blackmer house, 313 W. Fisher has not suffered the damage of fire. Instead, it has suffered the travesty of having been divided into a multi-family unit, with apartments within. Due to city ordinances, the home must be returned to a single-family residence. Sound daunting?

Unlike the Blackmer house, that was left with a burned roof and damage to the structure, the historic home at 313 W. Fisher Street sports a new roof and is structurally sound.  AND...the work on this home will likely be eligible for North Carolina Preservation Tax Credits.  All this home needs now is someone with vision and a little elbow grease to restore it to match its neighborhood peers . . . and what beautiful homes they are!

The best news of all? This home is listed at just $91,500 $82,500 for nearly 4,000 square-feet of living space!

Learn more about 313 W. Fisher Street >HERE< . . . but better yet . . . give Realtor® Greg Rapp a call at (704) 213-6846 to see it for yourself, take in the neighborhood, and picture yourself living in one of the nicest neighborhoods in Salisbury in your restored historic home!  Get your vision and elbow grease ready. . . you won't regret this!


313 W. Fisher Street
Salisbury NC 28144
CMLS#3349711
$91,500  $82,500







Greg Rapp 
Wallace Realty Co. 
704 213 6846 Mobile 
704 636 2021 Office 
www.realestatesalisbury.net 

New Price on this Amazing Circa 1880 Victorian Home!

The amazing and completely restored circa 1880 Mowery-Peeler House is for sale...and now at a new price!

This handsome two-story Italianate weather-boarded home at 229 S. Long Street in Salisbury, North Carolina was built by George Mowery after his wife purchased the entire block upon which the house sits in February 1880. And today. . . 136 years later, this fantastic home is for sale with Realtor® Greg Rapp. Call or text (704) 213-6846 to schedule your private showing of this gorgeous vintage home . . . and see all the beauty, character, and quality of construction this home has to offer!

The Mowery-Peeler House at 229 S. Long Street is located in the Brooklyn South Square Historic District of Salisbury, North Carolina, a town that boasts a preservation culture supported by 10 local designated historic neighborhoods. The Mowery-Peeler house represents the district's original Italianate architectural character at its height, characterized by a steep gable roof and a wonderful symmetrical composition dominated by a two-story projecting entrance bay, and tall interior chimneys. Its Italianate character is further demonstrated by the home's projecting side bays. The heavy, molded decorative brackets which adorn the roof, the porch, and the side bays, as well as the tall, paired one-over-one windows with slightly arched heads that grace each facade, are very typical in Italianate residential architecture. The expense and craftsmanship lavished on the exterior of this home offers testament to the prosperity and optimism of the era from 1840 to 1885 in the aftermath of the Civil War. You will love the home's striking and unique dual front porches with standing-seam metal roofs (longevity!), and beautiful dual bay alcoves projecting from the north and south facades.

This 2-story, 2,805 square foot home with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths boasts prized 10-foot ceilings throughout. Meticulously restored, the home retains many original details, including (5) fireplaces with original mantels. Step outside, through the kitchen door, and you'll find a wonderful Charleston-style back porch area with exposed brick wall that overlooks a private & scenic patio area. This L-shaped porch is a favored gathering place for both owners and guests. The home is located close to the center of downtown Salisbury, NC, where local restaurants and shops abound, and the arts and culture scene can't be beat.

Modern amenities at 229 S. Long Street include a huge kitchen with granite counters and an immense center work-island, the fenced yard, a wonderful laundry room, a newly rebuilt 2-car garage, and a new entertainment deck in the rear yard.

The Mowery-Peeler House, with all that it has to offer, is priced now at just $218,000. This is a most attractive price for such an excellent example of late 1800s residential architecture...and a fantastic home. To envision yourself living in this wonderfully restored Italianate Victorian, contact Realtor® Greg Rapp: (704) 213-6846. You'll soon be the owner of a prized piece of ca.1880 historic architecture in Salisbury North Carolina.

The Mowery-Peeler House ~ ca. 1880
229 S Long Street
Salisbury NC 28144-5017
CMLS#3311564
$218,000






Greg Rapp 
Wallace Realty Co. 
704 213 6846 Mobile 
704 636 2021 Office 
www.realestatesalisbury.net 

Circa 1890 Fleming House ~ Over 4300 Sq Feet on Nearly 2 Acres! For Sale!

Nestled in the old town center of Cleveland, North Carolina, you'll find The Fleming House ~ a circa 1890 Victorian Farmhouse. This beautiful vintage home, on its nearly two-acre park-like acres, features four bedrooms and 2 full baths in its 4053 square feet of living space. This wonderful 2-story home is for sale ~ with Realtor® Greg Rapp. Call Greg today at (704) 213-6846, and ask to see 203 W. Main Street , Cleveland, North Carolina! (MLS#59473)





The most notable feature of the exterior of this fine home, beyond the mature shade and flowering trees and landscaped acreage, is the 750+ square foot wrap-around, rocking-chair porch! Bracketed porch columns are original to the home ~ a reminder of the quality of construction these late 1800s homes possess.






Inside, you'll find beautiful hardwood floors, original period millwork, and huge rooms throughout, including dual front parlors and a large dining room with a lovely bay window. We believe a remodel took out a center hall design that would have separated the two parlors, probably with French doors ~ now it is an open, airy, and inviting space!

The Formal Dining Room with Original Gas Light Fixture (converted to electric)

The eat-in kitchen, overlooking the picturesque backyard, offers an over-sized pantry, pressed tin backsplash, and loads of cupboard space. A ceramic tile floor finishes this space.








The kitchen at 203 W. Main Street opens to the enormous den addition, with its beamed ceiling and large masonry fireplace outfitted with gas logs. Laminate flooring here makes this a care-free room! Sliding glass doors to a small brick side patio, that again leads to the wrap-around porch, and lots of windows lend natural daylight to this large gathering room.



The owner's suite on the ground floor level offers a walk-in closet and pretty tiled master bath.

Let us take you upstairs in this historic 1890s home, past beautifully carved vintage newel posts, balustrade, and chair rail to the remaining 3 bedrooms. At the upper landing, a large hallway is almost another room!







Three more large bedrooms await upstairs, and a cute sapphire-blue full bath. Look at these gorgeous floors!

A large concrete drive swings gracefully around The Fleming House to the oversized double carport.  A small outbuilding there offers additional storage.





The setting surrounding 203 W. Main Street is nothing short of idyllic! Gardens, mature trees, and landscaping abound. The cutest whitewashed country church sits across the road. The effect is pure charm!






The Fleming House, at 203 W. Main Street in Cleveland, unquestionably is in a rural small-town North Carolina setting, but is roughly 15 minutes by car to Statesville with Interstate highways I-77 and I-40 to the west, and 15 minutes by car to Salisbury with Interstate 85 and the historic Amtrak Depot to the east, making any travel plans a breeze. Lake Norman is minutes to the south, and High Rock Lake borders Salisbury ~ wonderful waterways to enjoy boating, fishing, and swimming.

Are you ready to picture yourself living in this spacious historic home?  It's not every day that a 4000+ square foot 1890s home in this park-like setting comes along. . . but Greg Rapp, noted for his knowledge and marketing of historic and vintage homes, is offering this home now!  Yes ~ it sounds like a catch phrase ~ but this one will not stay on the market long.  Call or text Greg today at (704) 213-6846, and ask to see 203 W. Main Street, Cleveland, North Carolina! (MLS#59473) Make The Fleming House YOUR home!







203 Main Street West
Cleveland, North Carolina
$250,000
MLS#59473

Greg Rapp 
Wallace Realty Co. 
704 213 6846 Mobile 
704 636 2021 Office 
www.realestatesalisbury.net