1540 Ferrell Road
Chapel Hill, NC 27517Have you ever wanted to live in a park? How about a home that not only feels like your own secret garden but actually neighbors Chapel Hill's beloved Ephesus Park. Leave the car behind and embrace an active, connected lifestyle--jog scenic nature trails, meet friends for pickleball or tennis, or make walking the family to and from school a part of your daily commute. This hard-to-find brick ranch offers single-level living with wall-to-wall hardwood floors, set on nearly half an acre. A true gardener's dream, the property features custom fenced garden beds, along with the perfect garden shed to support your outdoor passions. Nestled among the trees, yet still splashed with natural light throughout thanks to multiple skylights. A cozy fireplace anchors the open flow between the spacious dining area and well-equipped kitchen, complete with granite countertops and a center island. Unwind outside to a large rear deck--perfect for entertaining or simply relaxing while overlooking shaded backyard and garden. Home is located in flood plain; please refer to agent documents for additional information.
$449,000
3 bedrooms
2 full bathrooms
0.44 acres
1,287 square feet
$349 per square foot
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Common Walls No Common Walls
- Construction Materials Brick Veneer
- Exterior Features Garden, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage
- Lot Size Acres 0.44
- Other Structures Shed(s)
- Parking Features Additional Parking, Driveway, Gravel
- Patio And Porch Features Deck
- Structure Type Site Built
- Above Grade Finished Area 1,287
- Appliances Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Free-Standing Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Cooling Central Air
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Fireplace Features Kitchen, Wood Burning
- Fireplaces Total 1
- Flooring Hardwood, Tile
- Heating Electric
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Master Downstairs, Recessed Lighting, Smooth Ceilings
- Laundry Features In Hall, Laundry Closet
- Rooms Total 6
- Window Features Skylight(s)
- Community Features Park
- Lot Features Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Flood Plains, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Level, Private, Wooded
- Tax Annual Amount 6094.7
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 1970
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built1970
- NeighborhoodColony Woods
- CountyOrange
- AreaChapel Hill
- Elementary SchoolCH/Carrboro - Ephesus
- Middle SchoolCH/Carrboro - Guy Phillips
- High SchoolCH/Carrboro - East Chapel Hill
Listing courtesy of Corcoran DeRonja Real Estate. © 2026 Triangle MLS, Inc. of North Carolina. All Rights Reserved. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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