Once -in-a-lifetime opportunity to own one of the most significant homes in Monroe. Located on E. Windsor Street in the Downtown historic district, this remarkable residence, known as the J R Shute home, dates back to circa 1901 and offers timeless elegance and architectural grandeur. The property has a wall constructed with rare yellow "iron spot: bricks sourced from Watsontown, PA. Complementing this are majestic columns made of real Indian limestone, each crowned with distinctive pyramid tops, creating its stately entrance. A spacious front porch welcomes you in to the home where you will find 11-foot ceilings on the mail level and 10-foot ceilings upstairs. Inside, seven fireplaces provide charm, including a striking seven-foot-high mantle crafted from solid tiger oak, and finished with Emperador Maroon marble enhancing its stately appearance. This historic gem also can be used as a commercial property. 5 bd 3.5 Ba which includes the attached apartment in the Sq Footage.
Active
Price cut: $99K (10/19)
$850,000
301 E Windsor St, Monroe, NC 28112
5beds
5,442sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1901
0.25 Acres Lot
$819,700 Zestimate®
$156/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Seven fireplacesSpacious front porchEmperador maroon marbleStately entrance
- 156 days |
- 524 |
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 18, 2025 at 05:19pm
Listing Provided by:
Terry Richardson TimR495@aol.com,
Richardson Homes & Realty
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4278851
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: 2nd Living Quarters
Bedroom s
- Level: 2nd Living Quarters
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
Bathroom half
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: 2nd Living Quarters
Bar entertainment
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Great room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Marble, Wood
- Basement: Dirt Floor
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,442
- Total interior livable area: 5,442 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,442
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway, On Street
- Garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 09231221
- Zoning: DC-MX
- Special conditions: Bankruptcy Property
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1901
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Monroe
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $156/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $177,300
- Annual tax amount: $1,550
- Date on market: 7/8/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 155 days
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Dirt, Other, Paved
Estimated market value
$819,700
$779,000 - $861,000
$2,881/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/19/2025 | Price change | $850,000-10.4%$156/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4278851 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2025 | Price change | $949,000+11.6%$174/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4278851 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2025 | Price change | $850,000-10.4%$156/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4278851 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2025 | Price change | $949,000-5%$174/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4278851 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2025 | Price change | $999,000-9.2%$184/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4278851 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,550 -50% | $177,300 -37.7% |
| 2024 | $3,102 | $284,500 |
| 2023 | $3,102 | $284,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$4,772/mo
Principal & interest
$4077
Property taxes
$397
Home insurance
$298
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28112
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10East ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 1/10Monroe Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Monroe High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
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