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Chapel Hill,NC 27517
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Coming soon
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,796 sqft
Price per Sqft $357
Subdivision The Oaks
MLS Listing ID 10113926
Style House,Site Built
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
HOA Fees $8/ann
Year Built 1995
Annual Tax Amount $7,541
Lot Size 0.350 Acres
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
SHORT WALK OR BIKE TO THE COUNTRY CLUB! Tucked away on a serene cul-de-sac in The Oaks, this inviting home blends comfort, charm, and thoughtful updates. Wake up to a warm, sunny eat-in kitchen featuring Viking and KitchenAid stainless steel appliances—perfect for the home chef. Site-finished hardwood floors grace the entry, living, dining, and kitchen areas, creating a warm and cohesive feel throughout.
The living room centers around a wood-burning fireplace with a gas starter bar—ideal for cozy evenings. An office nook off the kitchen leads to the laundry area, providing a quiet space for remote work or daily planning.
The spacious main-level primary suite boasts his and hers walk-in closets and a beautifully remodeled bath with twin vanities, soaking tub, walk-in shower, and linen closet. Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms plus a third bedroom or office, all sharing a recently renovated Jack and Jill bath. Ample storage is available, including a large walk-in closet in the guest room and additional storage on the second-floor landing. Step outside to a private deck off the kitchen dining area—perfect for outdoor dining or entertaining. Professionally landscaped garden features a brick pavers, outdoor landscape lighting, gravel path, and custom fire pit area with all-weather night lighting. A full irrigation system with new controls keeps the lawn and gardens lush and vibrant.
Recent updates include a new roof (2015) and a new downstairs HVAC unit (Fall 2024). Fresh interior paint throughout means this home is truly move-in ready.
Located less than 10 minutes from UNC's main campus and close to shopping, dining, and grocery favorites like Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Harris Teeter, and more Owner/Seller - active, licensed NC Realtor.
Location
State NC
County Durham
Community Clubhouse,Golf,Pool,Sidewalks,Street Lights,Tennis Court(S)
Rooms
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Interior
Heating Forced Air,Natural Gas
Cooling Attic Fan,Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air
Flooring Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Hardwood
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Gas Starter,Living Room,Wood Burning
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup,In Kitchen,Main Level,Sink,Washer Hookup
Exterior
Exterior Feature Garden,Smart Light(s)
Garage Spaces 2.0
Fence Invisible,Privacy,Wood
Community Features Clubhouse,Golf,Pool,Sidewalks,Street Lights,Tennis Court(s)
Utilities Available Cable Available,Cable Not Available,Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Connected,Sewer Connected,Water Connected,Underground Utilities
View Y/N Yes
View Forest,Garden
Roof Type Shingle
Building
Lot Description City Lot,Corner Lot,Cul-De-Sac,Garden,Hardwood Trees,Landscaped,Many Trees,Native Plants,Near Golf Course,Rectangular Lot,Sprinklers In Front,Sprinklers In Rear
Story 2
Foundation Block
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Structure Type Fiber Cement,HardiPlank Type
New Construction No
Schools
Elementary Schools Durham - Creekside
Middle Schools Durham - Githens
High Schools Durham - Jordan
Others
Special Listing Condition Seller Licensed Real Estate Professional