1513 Franklin Street
Chapel Hill, NC 27514This updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath condo offers an exceptionally convenient Chapel Hill lifestyle, with some of the area's most-loved destinations just steps from your door. Grab your morning coffee at Dunkin' or Caribou, stock up at Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, or Aldi, browse the shelves at the Chapel Hill Public Library, or enjoy a walk through nearby Pritchard Park--all without getting in the car. Inside, the bright, open floor plan with fresh paint lives comfortably and efficiently, with natural light and thoughtful updates throughout. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances and a stainless backsplash, while hardwood floors, smooth ceilings, and updated light fixtures and ceiling fans add style and comfort. Step outside onto the new deck, the perfect spot for morning coffee, reading, container gardening, or unwinding at the end of the day. The upstairs location provides added privacy and a quiet retreat, while the HOA simplifies monthly living by covering internet, cable, water, sewer, trash, and recycling--eliminating several monthly bills and making budgeting refreshingly straightforward. With Chapel Hill Transit service stopping at the community entrance, easy access to UNC and downtown Chapel Hill, and zoning for the highly regarded Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools, this home offers a rare combination of walkability, convenience, and value. Whether you're a first-time buyer, investor (Approx. rental value is $1500/month), UNC affiliate, or simply looking for a low-maintenance lifestyle in one of the Triangle's most desirable communities, this condo delivers the kind of everyday convenience that's becoming increasingly hard to find.
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Construction Materials Fiber Cement, Concrete
- Structure Type Site Built
- Above Grade Finished Area 850
- Cooling Central Air
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Flooring Hardwood
- Heating Central, Heat Pump
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Rooms Total 6
- Association Fee Frequency Monthly
- Association Fee Includes Trash, Internet, Sewer, Cable TV, Maintenance Structure, Water
- Association Y/N Yes
- Tax Annual Amount 3246.37
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 1983
Additional Property Information
- TypeCondominium
- Built1983
- NeighborhoodThe Retreat at Franklin
- CountyOrange
- AreaChapel Hill
- Elementary SchoolChapel Hill Carrboro - Estes Hills Elementary School
- Middle SchoolCH/Carrboro - Guy Phillips
- High SchoolCH/Carrboro - East Chapel Hill
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