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Newest Chapel Hill Historical Properties for Sale

$265,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 10177846 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
This 1947 cottage is functional and liveable, but needs some TLC. Excellent opportunity to to update, modernize, and add value. Incredible opportunity to live in the heart of Chapel Hill, minutes from the upcoming Carolina North expansion plan. 2 beds, 1 bath, hardwood floors inside and a beautiful peaceful wooded space outside. House needs lots of work - perfect for the flipper or fixer upper! Photos enhanced by AI to show the potential for this home. Renovation financing flyer in documents.

803 Branch St, Chapel Hill
$1,400,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 10176255 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
RARE OPPORTUNITY to own the historic Gabriel Utley House (c. 1849), a landmark residence and Contributing Building within the Chapel Hill Historic District, ideally located at 303 E. Rosemary Street, Chapel Hill, NC, near downtown Chapel Hill and the University of North Carolina. Believed to date to approximately 1849, this remarkable home blends more than 175 years of Chapel Hill history with thoughtful modern updates. Architectural historians have identified the property as a Greek Revival-style residence, and historic records indicate it stands on land that was part of Chapel Hill's original town lots established in 1793. Preservation research suggests portions of an earlier structure may be incorporated within the home, reflecting multiple generations of growth and stewardship. Expanded during the mid-19th century and later enhanced in the early 20th century, the property remains an important part of Chapel Hill's architectural heritage and historic streetscape. Over the years, the home has been associated with generations of residents connected to the University of North Carolina and the Chapel Hill community, contributing to its enduring place in local history. Inside, original hardwood floors, historic millwork, decorative fireplaces, high ceilings, beadboard ceilings, and period architectural details showcase the home's rich heritage. The renovated kitchen offers the perfect blend of historic character and modern convenience, featuring the home's original brick flooring, granite countertops, subway tile backsplash, updated cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances. The home offers multiple spacious bedrooms, updated bathrooms, generous common spaces, pantry storage, and flexible-use rooms suitable for a variety of residential and investment uses. Outside, a welcoming full-width covered front porch overlooks a beautifully landscaped corner lot shaded by mature trees. A substantial gravel parking area comfortably accommodates 9+ vehicles, an exceptionally rare amenity for a property in this location. Situated on a quiet residential street, the property offers convenient access to downtown Chapel Hill, UNC, restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and cultural destinations. East Franklin Street is located approximately 0.3 miles from the property, while UNC's iconic Old Well and historic campus core are approximately 0.6 miles away. The property's central location provides convenient access to academic buildings, libraries, museums, athletic facilities, and many of Chapel Hill's most recognizable destinations. Historic character, modern updates, exceptional parking, and an outstanding location combine to create one of Chapel Hill's most unique offerings. ------ PROPERTY FEATURES Historic & Architectural • Gabriel Utley House (c. 1849) • Contributing Building within the Chapel Hill Historic District • Greek Revival architectural influences • Expanded and enhanced through multiple historic periods • Original hardwood floors throughout • Original brick kitchen floor • Decorative fireplaces • High ceilings • Full-width covered front porch • Mature trees and landscaped grounds • Prominent corner lot Kitchen • Granite countertops • Subway tile backsplash • Updated cabinetry • Stainless steel appliances • Original brick flooring retained in kitchen Interior • Multiple spacious bedrooms • Updated bathrooms • Large common living areas • Pantry/storage room Exterior • Large gravel parking area accommodating 9+ vehicles • Quiet residential setting • Mature shade trees • Corner lot • Rare downtown parking capacity LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS • Approximately 0.3 miles to East Franklin Street • Approximately 0.6 miles to UNC's Old Well and historic campus core • Convenient access to downtown Chapel Hill restaurants, cafés, shopping, and entertainment • Near UNC academic buildings, libraries, museums, and athletic facilities

303 E Rosemary St, Chapel Hill
$282,500
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 10175201 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
This 2 bedroom, 1 bath (1271 sq. ft) home sits on nearly two acres, offering the perfect blend of quiet country living and Chapel Hill convenience. The all-brick 1944 home features original hardwood floors, beautiful French doors, and a wood stove in the living room to keep things warm and cozy. The kitchen has been updated for modern living, including the addition of a small dishwasher. Both bedrooms are spacious, and the laundry room functions easily as a mudroom and storage space as well. Practical updates have been completed, including a new roof (2018), new well (2024), and plumbing upgrades (2024). At nearly two acres, the yard offers serious space for gardening, outdoor living, or simply having a buffer from the rest of the world. The front porch faces west, and the sunset at the neighboring farm cannot be beat. Located in the rural buffer, this home offers ultimate accessibility to Chapel Hill-Carrboro without the city tax bill. You can be at the Carrboro Farmer's Market, downtown Chapel Hill, or UNC Hospital in fewer than 15 minutes, or enjoy a meal at Fiesta Grill or an afternoon at the Honeysuckle Teahouse closer to home. Homes full of character, history, and genuine peace don't hit the market often. Come see this little piece of paradise for yourself!

2207 Wildcat Creek Rd, Chapel Hill
$719,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 10169550 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Priced well below tax value. A wonderful downtown historic home ready for anything!! Rental? Couldn't be better with wonderful rental history and fantastic location. Or how about your HGTV fantasy renovation? Take this 1928 building and transition it to a fantastic 2026 gem. Choice is yours and you win either way. Stunning hardwood floors and detailing throughout. Roof is one year old. See Historic District guidelines for details on renovation options. Move in ready no matter what you choose. Large basement storage and sunny back deck. Welcome to downtown Chapel HIll! Some photos virtually staged. Property records show home built in either 1928 or 1935. Please check with Historic District details for any planned renovations. A rare find in this location, this price point and for a Grand Dame of this pedigree!!!

217 Hillsborough St, Chapel Hill
$1,599,900
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10162527 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ Morrow Mill BLDG.
Incredibly unique, panoramic and serene property with over 18 acres. This historic property was built in 1878 and was the original, working Morrow Mill grist mill, which the road is named after. Two majestic, mature, magnolia trees flank the property as you pull in the private drive. There are three unique structures on the 19+acres. One is the Main house. One is the guest house and one is what is called the ''barn''. The main house is over 3200 sq. ft. with four bedrooms with an updated kitchen with new cabinets, a subzero refrigerator, new dishwasher, induction cooktop and oven. Soapstone countertops and wonderful pendants round out the updated feel while blending in with the historic character. Both front porch and screened in porch have cedar flooring that was milled from cedar trees that grew on the property. The foundation of the property has been completely redone with the stones from the original mill property used for the walls of the terraces in the yard. Lots of flat outdoor space next to Cane Creek for entertaining. Original beams and floor joists provide historical provenance and character with the date of 1878 carved into one of the beams. Amazingly, One of the original millstones is set above the living room fireplace! Roof is from 2023. New HVAC from 2025. Main ductwork redone in 2023. Second floor shower remodeled in 2023. Two Huge solar ground mount arrays were installed up above the property(2024) with Tesla battery packs installed in both the main house(2025) and guest house(2024). Generac generators have been installed for both the main house and guest house. One is certainly prepared if power goes out to this property not to mention the savings on your electrical bill. Tankless hot water heaters accompany both houses as well. Speaking of the guest house, a lovely heated pool was built in 2017 with accompanying stone pool deck. There is a wonderful view of the property as you're relaxing on the pool deck. Updated countertops and sink for the main kitchen in the guest house were redone. There is also a sink and refrigerator off of the pool area for guests. A cute little room next to it houses a separate washroom and place to use the bathroom so guests don't have to come into the main part of the guest house. A private outdoor shower has been installed for guest convenience as well. The guest house has two mini splits. One from 2023 and one from 2026. The roof on the guest house is from 2023. The ''barn'' is the last structure on the property but certainly not the least depending on your amount of imagination. With over 4000 sq. ft. of heated and cooled, electrically connected and plumbed area to do with what you will, this space could be just about anything. The mini splits were put in in 2018 and it got a new roof in 2023. The third story has beautiful wood flooring and was used as an artist studio at one point in the life of this structure and the second story was used as a music studio on one side and a private gym on the other. Off to the side of the driveway as you pull up to the property is a fenced in garden area with a greenhouse. The owner is offering a deed right of first refusal for the property at 3121 Morning Ridge, which sits out of view above the mill on 10.01 acres. When my client bought this property, it had multiple offers and is an incredibly desirable property. No love letters or escalation clauses please.

7923 Morrow Mill Rd, Chapel Hill
$775,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 10155991 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Holy WOW! This stunning, fully renovated masonry home with a refined stucco finish makes a lasting impression from the moment you turn onto the drive. A dramatic rock outcropping paired with thoughtfully designed landscape architecture creates a truly unforgettable arrival experience. Inside, you'll find site-finished hardwood floors, expansive living spaces, and carefully curated luxury touches throughout. The layout lives far larger than the square footage suggests--this is a home you have to experience in person to fully appreciate. Imagine life on the hill, with the convenience of walking to Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, and Eastwood Lake, all just moments away. The finished basement--just under 7 feet in height--offers a versatile and inviting retreat that complements the ease of one-level living above. Whether used as a secondary living area, guest space, or private escape, it adds meaningful flexibility to the home. An added bonus: plumbing is already in place in the lower-level closet, offering the potential for a future kitchenette. Completely renovated and move-in ready, this home is ideally located less than 0.3 miles from the heart of Franklin Street, placing dining, shopping, and vibrant Chapel Hill living right at your fingertips. With 4 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms, there's no need to compromise on space or privacy. Additional highlights include an oversized storage and mechanical room, as well as a gravel parking pad that easily accommodates multiple vehicles for both residents and guests. Offered at $775,000, this home checks every box--and then some. It's not just a place to live; it's a place to start your next chapter in one of Chapel Hill's most desirable locations.

100 Eastwood Lake Rd, Chapel Hill
$2,985,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10154602 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Prime Development Opportunity: 2.42 Acres in the Heart of Chapel Hill. Secure a once-in-a-generation canvas in one of Chapel Hill's most storied enclaves, Rocky Ridge Farm. Spanning 2.42 pristine acres, this expansive lot offers the rare scale and seclusion required for a landmark custom estate, all within walking distance of the UNC campus. *Unrivaled Acreage: Over 300 linear feet of frontage on Laurel Hill Road, characterized by a majestic canopy of stately oaks, hickories, and established evergreens creates a peaceful setting and habitat for deer, owls, foxes, hawks, and a variety of songbirds. .*A Natural Sanctuary: The property offers a level of privacy seldom found in the campus core, bordering the 67-acre UNC Outdoor Education Center with its extensive trail network of hiking and running trails, mountain bike paths, an 18 hole disc golf course, and tennis and volleyball courts. *University Atmosphere: It's an absolute delight to sit outside and listen to the quarter-hour chimes from the Bell Tower, the sounds of the Marching Tar Heels practicing and the eruption of sound from the football and baseball games. *Development Potential -Build-to-Suit Canvas: Whether you choose to renovate and add on to the historic 1939 Dr. Harold W. Brown house or redevelop the site entirely, the lot size easily accommodates a significant architectural expansion, a modern luxury estate, or a multi-structure compound. *Existing Infrastructure: The grounds currently feature a concrete pool and terraced gardens, providing a mature landscape foundation for new construction. *Historical Prestige: Located in Rocky Ridge Farm, one of the nation's first planned subdivisions designed by Dr. W.C. Coker, this is an opportunity to own a piece of North Carolina history while defining its future. Rarely does a contiguous 2.4-acre parcel become available in this location. Bring your architect and your vision to Chapel Hill's most significant residential opening. Whether you choose to restore the historic 1939 residence or start fresh with a modern architectural masterpiece, this is the ultimate canvas for a legacy home.

401 Laurel Hill Rd, Chapel Hill
$3,450,000
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 10158212 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Tucked quietly just off Franklin Street, 223 Hillcrest Circle offers a rare opportunity to own one of Chapel Hill's most enchanting and private settings--1.37 acres that feel more like a curated botanical garden than a residential homesite. Tulip trees, dogwoods, magnolias, crepe myrtles, and azaleas create a layered landscape of color and texture, while a charming rose garden adds to the storybook feel. With the neighborhood backing to university-owned land within Battle Forest, the property enjoys a sense of permanence and natural beauty that is nearly impossible to replicate. The home itself is a classic, mostly brick two-story with timeless appeal, offering 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and 1 half bath across approximately 3,500 square feet. Inside, the spaces are warm and inviting, anchored by three fireplaces that bring character and comfort to the living room, family room, and primary suite. A sunroom with ceilings crafted from reclaimed wood from an eastern North Carolina tobacco barn provides a soulful connection to the home's surroundings--an ideal place to begin the day with coffee or unwind in the afternoon light. The breakfast room is wrapped in floor-to-ceiling windows, allowing natural light to pour in while framing views of the grounds, and features a wet bar for easy entertaining. A rear deck extends the living space outdoors, offering a peaceful vantage point to enjoy the serene, park-like setting. Adding to the property's uniqueness is a detached 820-square-foot building, currently used as a light-filled art studio complete with a full bath. Whether envisioned as a creative retreat, guest space, office or future pool house, it offers incredible flexibility. Just a short walk to the University of North Carolina campus and moments from the energy of Franklin Street, this location is as special as the property itself. With its unreplicated setting and timeless structure, 223 Hillcrest Circle presents a rare canvas--move in and enjoy as is, or bring your architect to reimagine and expand into a truly extraordinary estate.

223 Hillcrest Cir, Chapel Hill
$6,500,000
7 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10150568 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Nestled in the heart of the Cameron-McCauley Historic District--one of Chapel Hill's most treasured and architecturally significant neighborhoods--this extraordinary +1.24-acre assemblage offers a rare opportunity just steps from the University of North Carolina campus and UNC Hospitals. From this premier location, enjoy effortless walkability to downtown Chapel Hill's shops, restaurants, cultural venues, and university amenities. The offering includes four contiguous parcels improved with five classic Chapel Hill residences, several dating to the turn of the 20th century. Rich in character and historic charm, the homes together offer 26 income-producing rooms, 22 full baths, and 4 half baths, along with 30 parking spaces, a detached garage, and a beautifully sized .19-acre courtyard that creates a private oasis in the center of town. All five structures are contributing properties within the Cameron-McCauley Historic District overlay, reflecting the architectural heritage and enduring appeal that make this neighborhood so special. Whether envisioned as a long-term investment, a multi-generational compound, or a signature Chapel Hill holding, this is a truly uncommon opportunity to own a significant footprint in one of the town's most desirable locations.

213-223 Mccauley St, Chapel Hill
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