Experience the Pinnacle of Chapel Hill Living - The Penthouse at 213 E Franklin Street Perched atop one of the most coveted addresses in downtown Chapel Hill, this extraordinary one-level penthouse residence offers a rare opportunity to own a true architectural gem on Franklin Street. With private elevator accessdirectly to your top-floor one-level suite, enjoy complete privacy and convenience in the heart of town. Bathed in natural light from banks of East- and West-facing windows, the home showcases stunning views - including four landmark steeples and breathtaking skies from dawn to dusk. Inside, timeless hardwood floors flow throughout the open-concept living spaces, anchored by a sophisticated fireplace that invites both relaxation and refined entertaining. The top-tier kitchen features Carrara marble countertops, classic marble tile, and professional-grade Viking stainless appliances - a perfect blend of elegance and performance. With three spacious bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom, plus a stylish powder room, the layout is ideal for hosting guests or accommodating family in complete comfort. The luxurious primary suite is a sanctuary unto itself, featuring dual vanities, a walk-in shower, a separate soaking tub, and charming black-and-white tile that evokes timeless hotel luxury. Additional amenities include secure 2 private garages and seperate storage - rare and valuable in a downtown setting. Step outside your door and into the cultural heartbeat of Chapel Hill - stroll to Tar Heel games, local cafes, fine dining, and everything this vibrant downtown has to offer.
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 17.25' x 15.08'
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 16.83' x 14'
- Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 13.41' x 10.83'
- Primary Bedroom Level: Main
- Bedroom 2 Level: Main
- Bedroom 3 Level: Main
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 8
- Other Dimensions: 19.41' x 10.08'
- Other Level: Main
- Other Description: Detached two car garage #6, 7
- Entrance Hall Dimensions: 9.67' x 8.91'
- Entrance Hall Level: Main
- Entrance Hall Description: Area just off the elevator exclusive to this unit.
- Entrance Hall Dimensions: 8.16' x 6.91'
- Entrance Hall Description: Area inside the apartment Foyer area
- Laundry Dimensions: 7.08' x 5.75'
- Laundry Level: Main
- Utility Room Dimensions: 10.58' x 5.75'
- Utility Room Level: Main
- Basement Dimensions: 6.75' x 4.33'
- Living Room Dimensions: 17.5' x 16.83'
- Living Room Level: Main
- Basement Description: Each unit has a storage area in the basement
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3.5
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 Bathrooms: 1
Interior Features
- Chandelier
- Dual Closets
- Elevator
- Entrance Foyer
- Granite Counters
- High Speed Internet
- Open Floorplan
- Pantry
- Primary Downstairs
- Walk-In Shower
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Marble
- Window Features: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows
Appliances
- Built-In Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Double Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Ice Maker
- Range Hood
- Refrigerator
- Self Cleaning Oven
- Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Wall Oven
- Washer
- Washer/Dryer
- Laundry Features: In Unit
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air, Heat Pump
- Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room
- Heating Features: Electric, Heat Pump
- Heating: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Dimensions: 19' x 10.75'
- Dining Room Level: Main
- Kitchen Dimensions: 16.83' x 8'
- Kitchen Level: Main
Exterior and Lot Features
- Storage
- Road Frontage Type: City Street
- Road Maintenance: Public Maintained Road
Garage and Parking
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Open Parking: No
- Parking Features: Assigned
- Parking Total: 2
Home Features
- View: Downtown
- Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Elevator(s), Parking, Storage
- Association Fee: 1264
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee 2: 260
- Association Fee 2 Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 1524
- Association Name: McCorkle Place
- Association Phone: 9199687226
School Information
- Elementary School: CH/Carrboro - Northside
- High School: CH/Carrboro - East Chapel Hill
- Middle School: CH/Carrboro - Guy Phillips
Other Property Info
- Trust
- Annual Tax Amount: 19775
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Orange
- Directions: Franklin Street to Henderson st. across from Morehead Planetarium/upper Quad. McCorkle Place ia on right , Univ. Presbyterian is on left. Turn right into McCorkle parking area at the end of McCorkle Bldg. Park parallel in front of last garages (6 & 7) or on Franklin St.
- Tax Year: 2025
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: McCorkle Place
- Parcel Number: 9788474898.008
- Postal Code Plus 4: 3632
- Subdivision: McCorkle Place
- Property Subtype: Condominium
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 2424
- Year Built: 1937
- Above Grade Finished Area: 2424
- BelowGradeFinishedArea: 0
- Building Area Total: 2424
- Common Walls: No Common Walls, No One Above
- Construction Materials: Block, Brick, HardiPlank Type
- Entry Level: 1
- Foundation Details: Block
- Levels: One
- Property Age: 88
- Roof: Flat, Membrane, Shingle
- Levels or Stories: 1
- Structure Type: Site Built
- Total Above Grade Sqft Area: 2424
- Total Area Sqft: 2424
- Architectural Style: Local Historic Designation, Traditional
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Cable Available
- Electricity Available
- Natural Gas Connected
- Phone Available
- Sewer Available
- Sewer Connected
- Water Available
- Water Connected
- Water Source: Public
