1300 Leclair Street
Chapel Hill, NC 27517Beautifully updated 1.5-story home with finished walk-out basement on a large corner lot in highly sought-after Ridgewood/Briarcliff neighborhood, just a 2-minute walk to Ridgewood Community pool. Enjoy easy access to I-40, UNC, Duke, and shopping destinations including Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Eastgate, and the newly redeveloped University Plaza. The main level features a fully renovated modern kitchen with stunning white oak eat-in counter, updated bathrooms, and a spacious primary suite with custom walk-in closet and private bath, including a convenient workspace. New windows(2025) in the living room and kitchen fill the home with natural light. Major improvements include a new water heater(2025) new fenced backyard(2024), expansive new patio, and extensive tree removal creating a private, highly usable outdoor space. The lower level offers a separate entrance with a fully updated kitchen, full bathroom, and flexible space that can serve as an in-law suite, guest space, studio apartment, or short-term rental, with excellent rental income potential ($1700-2000/month). Additional highlights include two full kitchens, two laundry areas, a walk-out basement flex room (ready as a 4th bedroom, entertainment space, or work zone), a third full bathroom, exterior covered parking, and coveted rear storage. Currently tenant-occupied through July 31, 2026. Tenant is willing to vacate for a buyer as soon as June 1. Move-in ready with modern updates, flexible living options, and exceptional indoor-outdoor functionality, blending mid-century charm with contemporary finishes. NO HOA restrictions. Don't miss the virtual walkthrough and imagine calling this exceptional property home!
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Carport Y/N Yes
- Construction Materials Concrete, Block, Blown-In Insulation, Board & Batten Siding, Brick Veneer, Batts Insulation
- Exterior Features Fenced Yard, Lighting, Private Yard, Garden, Smart Lock(s)
- Fencing Back Yard, Fenced, Gate
- Lot Size Acres 0.35
- Other Structures None
- Parking Features On Street, Carport
- Patio And Porch Features Front Porch, Porch, Patio
- Structure Type Site Built
- Above Grade Finished Area 1,772
- Appliances Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Range Hood, Washer, Refrigerator, Freezer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Vented Exhaust Fan, Free-Standing Gas Range, Dryer, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Cooktop, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Range, Disposal, Microwave, Oven
- Basement Heated, Finished, Walk-Out Access
- Below Grade Finished Area 1,021
- Cooling Central Air, Exhaust Fan
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Fireplaces Total 1
- Flooring Wood, Tile, Vinyl
- Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Fireplace Insert
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Quartz Counters, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, Storage, Apartment/Suite, Walk-In Closet(s), Smart Thermostat, Breakfast Bar, Crown Molding, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Built-in Features, Walk-In Shower
- Laundry Features Inside, Laundry Closet, Main Level, Multiple Locations, In Basement, Washer Hookup
- Rooms Total 7
- Window Features Wood Frames, Screens, Display Window(s), Storm Window(s)
- Community Features Pool, Park
- Lot Features Back Yard, Front Yard, Wooded, Corner Lot
- Tax Annual Amount 10060.65
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 1967
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built1967
- NeighborhoodBriarcliff at Ridgefield
- CountyOrange
- AreaChapel Hill
- Elementary SchoolCH/Carrboro - Ephesus
- Middle SchoolCH/Carrboro - Guy Phillips
- High SchoolCH/Carrboro - East Chapel Hill
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