1208 New Grady Brown School Road
Hillsborough, NC 27278Private 1.29-acre wooded retreat with protected stream buffer--just minutes to UNC, Duke, and downtown Chapel Hill, with NO city taxes. Tucked into a quiet natural setting in the Grady Brown area, this home offers a rare opportunity to step away from the pace of campus, hospital and work life and return to a setting defined by privacy, nature, and calm. The wooded surroundings and protected stream buffer create a sense of permanence and separation that's increasingly hard to find within a short commute of Chapel Hill and Durham. Inside, the home features an open, functional layout anchored by a beautifully updated kitchen, with light-filled living spaces designed for both everyday comfort and easy hosting. Whether working from home, unwinding after long days, or gathering with friends, the layout supports a seamless, low-friction lifestyle. What truly sets this property apart is how it lives day to day. Enjoy quiet evenings on the covered front porch, surrounded by mature trees and natural privacy, with space to relax and recharge. The setting feels removed from the noise, yet remains highly convenient. Located minutes to historic downtown Hillsborough, you'll have easy access to the Saturday farmers market, Weaver Street Market, Riverwalk Trail, and Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area--perfect for nearby hiking, scenic summit views, and a quick way to unwind close to home. Thoughtful infrastructure improvements enhance connectivity, water quality, and overall efficiency--providing confidence that the important work has already been done. High-speed internet (Starlink currently in use) supports remote work and modern connectivity. No HOA feel with flexibility, space, and privacy--ideal for those seeking a quieter, more intentional lifestyle within reach of Chapel Hill and Durham. A rare opportunity to own a well-located, private property that balances natural beauty, modern comfort, and everyday living.
$567,500
3 bedrooms
2 full, 1 half bathrooms
1.29 acres
2,072 square feet
$274 per square foot
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Construction Materials Ducts Professionally Air-Sealed, Fiber Cement, Glass, HardiPlank Type, Shingle Siding
- Door Features Sliding Doors
- Exterior Features Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Lot Size Acres 1.29
- Parking Features Concrete, Driveway, Parking Pad
- Patio And Porch Features Covered, Deck, Front Porch
- Structure Type House, Site Built
- Above Grade Finished Area 2,072
- Appliances Built-In Gas Range, Built-In Refrigerator, Cooktop, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Propane Cooktop, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Washer/Dryer, Water Purifier Owned, Water Softener Owned
- Cooling Central Air, Electric
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Fireplace Features Gas Log, Living Room, Propane
- Fireplaces Total 1
- Flooring Hardwood, Tile, Wood
- Heating Electric, Heat Pump
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Bathtub/Shower Combination, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining L, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining Room Combination, Living/Dining Room Combination, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Master Downstairs, Quartz Counters, Separate Shower, Smart Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
- Laundry Features Electric Dryer Hookup, Main Level, Washer Hookup
- Rooms Total 8
- Window Features Double Pane Windows
- Lot Features Back Yard, Landscaped, Partially Cleared, Private, Secluded, Wooded
- Tax Annual Amount 3194.77
- Water Source Private, Well
- Year Built 2024
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built2024
- NeighborhoodMangum Estates
- CountyOrange
- AreaHillsborough
- Elementary SchoolOrange - Grady Brown
- Middle SchoolOrange - A L Stanback
- High SchoolOrange - Cedar Ridge
Listing courtesy of LPT Realty, LLC. © 2026 Triangle MLS, Inc. of North Carolina. All Rights Reserved. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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