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Address
401 Laurel Hill Road, Chapel Hill, NC
Price
$ 2,985,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#10154602
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyOrange
- CityChapel Hill
- NeighborhoodRocky Ridge
- Zip27514
- StyleColonial, Cottage
- Year Built1939
- Price$ 2,985,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage2862
- Lot Size2.42 Acres
Data Source:
Triangle MLS (TMLS)
Property Description
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.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Chapel Hill Carrboro - Glenwood Elementary School Elementary School | Chapel Hill Carrboro - Grey Culbreth Middle School Middle School | Chapel Hill Carrboro - East Chapel Hill High School High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/19/2026 | Listed $2,985,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Central,Forced Air,Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Central Air,Electric |
| Utilities | Cable Connected,Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Connected,Sewer Connected,Water Connected |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Appliances | Built-In Electric Oven,Dryer,Gas Cooktop,Ice Maker,Washer |
| Zoning | R-1 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Enclosed,Glass Enclosed,Patio |
| Architectural Style | Colonial,Cottage |
| Pool Features | In Ground,Outdoor Pool,Private |
| Construction Materials | Brick |
| Year Built | 1939 |
| View | Garden,Pool,Trees/Woods |
| Stories Count | 2 |
| Levels | Three Or More |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| County | Orange |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Subdivision Name | Rocky Ridge |
| Garage Y/N | false |
| Total Rooms | 9 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | From Raleigh Road turn on Country Club, right on Laurel Hill Road, House is on the left. |
| High School | Chapel Hill Carrboro - East Chapel Hill High School |
| City | Chapel Hill |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 105415 |
| Elementary School | Chapel Hill Carrboro - Glenwood Elementary School |
| Tax Annual Amount | 20212.63 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Chapel Hill Carrboro - Grey Culbreth Middle School |
| Structure Type | House |
| Standard Status | Active |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Bidet,Bookcases,Ceiling Fan(s),Eat-in Kitchen,High Speed Internet,Smooth Ceilings,Storage,Walk-In Shower |
|---|---|
| Basement | Concrete,Interior Entry,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access |
| Flooring | Hardwood,Tile |
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplace Features | Living Room,Wood Burning |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 2862 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Laundry Features | In Basement |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Above Grade Finished Area Source | Appraiser |
| Total Baths | 3 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Garden,Rain Gutters |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Driveway,Paved |
| Lot Features | Back Yard,Front Yard,Garden,Gentle Sloping,Hardwood Trees,Landscaped,Native Plants,Private,Wooded |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 2.42 |
| Foundation Details | Block,Brick/Mortar,Combination,Crawlspace |
| Spa | false |
| Building Area Total | 2862 |
| Lot Dimensions | 300X237X259X187X472 |
| Lot Size Acres | 2.42 |
| Waterfront Y/N | false |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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