The Iveys Condos for Sale

Est. 1924 (converted 2007)

Tryon Street Beaux-Arts conversion

127 N Tryon St, Uptown / Tryon Street Cultural Corridor 28202 · Built 1924 (converted 2007) · 92 residences · 11 floors

The Iveys is one of Uptown Charlotte's most architecturally significant residential addresses — a 1924 Beaux-Arts department store building converted in 2007 to ultra-luxury condominiums. Its limestone facade, classical detailing, and Tryon Street position produce a residential proposition no new construction can replicate.

Originally the J.B. Ivey department store, the building anchored Tryon Street commercial life for eight decades before its 2007 conversion to luxury residences. The conversion preserved every meaningful Beaux-Arts detail — limestone cornices, classical pilasters, ornate ceiling medallions, and the original arched window patterns.

Buyer profiles concentrate among old-line Charlotte families, arts patrons, dual-residence principals, and a meaningful share of design-driven executives. Many residents are second-generation Charlotteans who specifically wanted historic patrimony unavailable elsewhere in the market.

Pricing tiers concentrate $850K–$1.3M for one-bedroom, $1.4M–$2.2M for two-bedroom, and $2.4M–$3.8M for three-bedroom and corner residences. The handful of penthouse-tier residences on the upper floors have transacted in the $4M–$6M range when available — among the highest per-square-foot pricing in Uptown.

The Iveys at a Glance

Floors
11
Total Residences
92
Median Sale
$1.85M
Original Year Built
1924

Floor Plans & Price Tiers

  • 1 Bedroom Residences — 1,000 – 1,400 sqft, $850K – $1.3M. Single-bedroom plans with original arched windows, restored architectural detailing, and Tryon Street orientation.
  • 2 Bedroom Residences — 1,500 – 2,000 sqft, $1.4M – $2.2M. Two-bedroom plans with preserved Beaux-Arts detailing and oversized arched windows.
  • 3 Bedroom Residences — 2,200 – 2,900 sqft, $2.4M – $3.8M. Three-bedroom plans on upper floors with original architectural detailing.
  • Penthouse-Tier Residences — 3,200 – 4,500 sqft, $4M – $6M. Limited upper-floor residences with wraparound original windows, double-height living, and skyline orientation.

Building Amenities

  • 24-Hour Concierge — Full-time concierge for package and reservation management.
  • Restored Original Lobby — Beaux-Arts marble-and-limestone lobby preserved during conversion.
  • Sky Lounge — Top-floor resident lounge with Tryon Street and skyline orientation.
  • Fitness Center — Equipped fitness facility with cardio, free weights, and yoga studio.
  • Wine Storage — Climate-controlled private wine lockers.
  • Secure Garage Parking — Deeded covered parking with controlled access.

Living at The Iveys

The Iveys's defining advantage is its Tryon Street position — directly on Charlotte's historic main commercial spine. Daily walks include the Bechtler, Mint Museum Uptown, Knight Theater, and the central Uptown employment corridor.

The Ritz-Carlton is three blocks south. The arts-and-culture corridor extends in both directions from the building's front door.

Resident culture leans older, more institutional, and more design-conscious than peer Uptown buildings. The Iveys is well-suited to entertaining at scale given the original architectural volumes.

Who The Iveys Suits

  • Buyers who specifically value historic architectural patrimony over new construction
  • Old-line Charlotte families and arts patrons
  • Dual-residence principals using The Iveys as a Charlotte cultural-week base
  • Empty-nesters relocating from Eastover or Myers Park primary estates

Frequently Asked Questions

How does The Iveys compare to The Ratcliffe?

Both are Beaux-Arts conversions and both deliver historic patrimony unavailable in new construction. The Iveys trades on Tryon Street main-spine position; The Ratcliffe on The Green park frontage and Ritz-Carlton adjacency. Buyers prioritizing Tryon Street commercial-corridor access prefer The Iveys; buyers prioritizing park frontage prefer The Ratcliffe.

Are penthouse-tier residences ever available?

Penthouse-tier residences at The Iveys are extremely limited and surface infrequently — typically zero to one transaction per year. Most are completed off-market through private network introductions. Peters & Associates maintains direct relationships with multiple owners.

What HOA dues should buyers expect?

HOA dues at The Iveys are positioned in the upper tier of Uptown buildings — reflective of the historic-building maintenance burden, 24-hour concierge, and sky lounge programming. We review three years of HOA history during all showings.

Is The Iveys appropriate for full-time or pied-à-terre use?

Both. Roughly half of residents are full-time Charlotteans and half use The Iveys as a pied-à-terre. The full-service operation supports both patterns.

What is the Tryon Street location value?

Tryon Street is Charlotte's historic main commercial spine. The Iveys's position places residents directly on the city's primary cultural corridor — Bechtler, Mint Museum Uptown, Knight Theater, and the Ritz-Carlton are all within three blocks.