Address: 513 College St, Oxford, NC 27565
Price: $699,000
Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 4
Living Space: 3,909 sq ft
Lot Size: 1.36 acres
Year Built: 1850
Property Type: Single Family Residence, Residential
Price per Sq Ft: $179
HOA: None listed
Zestimate®: $671,300

Listed by:
Ann Hancock (919-691-0834)
Wills Hancock Properties, Inc.

Source: Doorify MLS (MLS#: 10167746) via Zillow
Property Link: View Listing on Zillow

Photo Credit: Listing photos provided by MLS via Zillow

RESTORED HISTORIC ITALIANATE ESTATE IN OXFORD, NC

Located in the heart of Oxford, North Carolina, this beautifully restored 1850 Italianate home combines historic elegance, preserved craftsmanship, and extensive modern upgrades. Set on a picturesque 1.36-acre lot, the property includes a grand main residence and a detached guest cottage with Airbnb potential.

Originally built in 1850 and later updated with Victorian Italianate architectural details around 1880, the home showcases a rare blend of early American history and ornate period design.

HISTORIC HOME FEATURES

• Built in 1850
• Victorian Italianate architectural styling
• 3,909 sq ft main residence
• Approximately 4,600 total sq ft under roof
• 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms total
• Restored original pocket doors
• Ornamental historic woodwork
• Refinished heart pine and oak floors
• Preserved period details throughout

DETACHED GUEST COTTAGE WITH AIRBNB POTENTIAL

A standout feature of the estate is the detached guest cottage, offering flexible living and income possibilities.

• Nearly 700 sq ft detached cottage
• Converted from a former electrical workshop
• Ideal for Airbnb or short-term rental use
• Suitable for guests, in-law suite, office, or studio

MODERN UPDATES AND RESTORATION IMPROVEMENTS

Between 2009 and 2026, the current owners completed extensive restoration and modernization projects while carefully preserving the home’s historic integrity.

Recent updates include:

• New 2025 roofs on the house, cottage, and shed
• 50-year architectural shingles
• New plywood roof sheathing
• Metal porch roof and gutter guards
• Interior and exterior painting using period-accurate colors
• Renovated kitchen with granite countertops and island
• Updated appliances and pantry addition
• Four renovated bathrooms
• Updated electrical systems throughout
• Hardwired gas generator
• New upstairs HVAC system installed in 2024

OUTDOOR LIVING AND LANDSCAPED GROUNDS

The expansive grounds provide a peaceful setting filled with mature trees, flowering gardens, and outdoor entertaining spaces.

Outdoor features include:

• Designed patio with integrated fire pit
• Concrete basketball pad
• Rebuilt garden shed
• Magnolias, azaleas, rhododendrons, cherry trees, and pecan trees
• Roses, peonies, lilacs, and gardenias
• Fig, mulberry, and blueberry plantings
• Established asparagus garden

PRIME LOCATION IN HISTORIC OXFORD, NORTH CAROLINA

This historic Oxford property is conveniently located within walking distance to:

• Downtown Oxford shopping and dining
• Schools and community amenities
• Local entertainment and events
• Historic districts and small-town attractions

RARE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A HISTORIC NORTH CAROLINA ESTATE

Historic homes with this level of preservation, acreage, guest accommodations, and modern upgrades rarely become available in Oxford, NC. Offering timeless Italianate architecture, flexible living space, mature landscaping, and extensive restoration work, this exceptional property represents a rare opportunity to own a distinguished piece of North Carolina history.