208 Wales Avenue, Charlotte, NC

About the home

Stunning cottage nestled on a quiet street in highly desirable Myers Park. Completely renovated in 2007 by renowned architect Ruard Veltman, this home showcases exceptional craftsmanship and high-end finishes throughout. Recent upgrades include a brand NEW architectural shingle roof, a NEW air conditioning unit and furnace, improvements in the crawlspace based on structural engineer recommendations (reports available upon request). Home SOLD AS IS. A charming front porch welcomes you, setting the tone for the thoughtfully designed interior. The main level features NEWLY refinished hardwood floors, extensive crown molding, and a gracious layout ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The inviting living room features a gas fireplace with an English fire basket and flows seamlessly into the gourmet kitchen. Designed for both function and style, the kitchen and dining area includes bluestone countertops, custom cabinetry with designer hardware, a farmhouse sink with polished nickel Rohl faucet, quilted steel backsplash, upholstered accent panel with nailhead trim, and a French Lacanche 5-burner gas cooktop with electric oven. The primary suite on the main level opens to a private terrace. It includes dual walk-in closets with custom upholstered doors accented with nailhead trim. The luxurious bath offers dual vanities with concrete countertops and nickel faucets, a travertine-tiled walk-in shower with bench, rain shower faucet and a separate water closet. Also on the main level is a secondary bedroom and a versatile office that could serve as a fifth bedroom. The office includes built-in cabinetry with antique brass hardware and a concealed washer/dryer. A hall bath features a Jacuzzi tub/shower with tile surround and a vanity with concrete countertop. Upstairs, there are NEW carpets throughout, a spacious family room that opens to NEW upstairs decking and staircase leading to NEW brick patio running along the whole side of the house. Two additional bedrooms feature charming Dutch doors and share a beautifully appointed bath. One bedroom includes a built-in upholstered twin bed with a trundle while the other offers a custom fabric headboard. The upper-level bath is a true retreat with a marble-tiled walk-in shower, Kohler soaking tub, dual vanities with concrete countertops, woven wood tile accent wall, linen closet, and a separate water closet. Outdoor living is equally impressive with a fenced yard, copper roof over kitchen, garden shed, NEW patio, deck, and staircase perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Additional features include home speaker system (living room, kitchen, primary suite, and outdoor areas), custom grass blinds in most rooms and new landscaping and tree trimming. Neighborhood amenities: Freedom Park, Greenway, Park Road Shopping Center, Reids, cute shops and dining on Selwyn Ave.

Price in context

• Asking $438 per square foot.
• That is in line with the $449 median across 409 active $1.5M+ homes in Charlotte.
• 255th highest asking price of 409 active $1.5M+ homes in Charlotte.
• 274th largest by living area of the 390 with a recorded size.
• Reduced $376,000 (20.1%) from the original $1,875,000 asking price.
• 128 days on the market, listed 2026-05-14.
• County tax assessment $1,356,700; the asking price is 1.10× the assessed value.

Location

Neighborhood: Myers Park, Mecklenburg County, ZIP 28209.

Straight-line distances

• SouthPark Mall: 1.7 mi
• Uptown Charlotte: 3.6 mi
• Charlotte Country Club: 3.6 mi
• Quail Hollow Club: 4.7 mi
• Wilson Air Center (private aviation, CLT): 5.5 mi
• Charlotte Douglas International Airport: 6.3 mi

Assigned schools

• Elementary: Selwyn
• Middle: Alexander Graham
• High: Myers Park

School assignments come from the listing and can change; confirm with the district.

Features

Style

Cottage

Levels

Two

Construction

Brick Full

Roof

Architectural Shingle

Bathrooms

3 full

Basement

Unfinished

Fireplace

Yes

Interior

Attic Stairs Pulldown

Flooring

Carpet, Tile, Wood

Kitchen & appliances

Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Washer/Dryer

Heating

Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Parking

Driveway

County

Mecklenburg

Comparable homes on the market

• 2865 Sharon Road, Charlotte — $2,450,000, 4 bd, 3,180 sq ft, also in Myers Park
• 2208 Overhill Road, Charlotte — $6,969,979, 7 bd, 8,553 sq ft, also in Myers Park
• 3074 Selwyn Avenue, Charlotte — $1,165,000, 3 bd, 2,417 sq ft, also in Myers Park
• 2614 Chelsea Drive, Charlotte — $1,500,000, 3 bd, 2,506 sq ft, 0.2 mi away
• 2215 Hassell Place, Charlotte — $1,899,999, 5 bd, 4,084 sq ft, 0.2 mi away
• 4119 Nolen Creek Avenue #14, Charlotte — $1,395,000, 3 bd, 2,905 sq ft, 0.3 mi away

See it privately

Nicholas and Miriam Peters show every home personally. Peters & Associates, 4401 Barclay Downs Dr #132, Charlotte, NC 28209. Office 704-264-4572. Request a private showing.