1618 Old Lystra Road
Chapel Hill, NC 27517The Ultimate Chapel Hill Estate: 7 Minutes to UNC with Multi-Generational Luxury Rare 2.33-Acre Modern Farmhouse Retreat - Over 5,000 Sq. Ft. of Finished Living Space Discover the ultimate blend of rural peace, modern luxury, and unmatched convenience. Perfectly positioned just 7 minutes from UNC Hospitals and 9 minutes from campus, this 2022-built estate offers an effortless commute for busy professionals and a sprawling, private sanctuary for an out-of-state family relocating to the Triangle. The Core Footprint: Spanning an open and sun-drenched 3,714 sq. ft. above grade, From the moments you walk in, the open-concept living, dining, and kitchen areas invite you to gather. Bathed in natural light, the main floor seamlessly leads to a private primary suite designed for ultimate relaxation. A huge covered porch in the rear overlooking Woods to relax and unwind after a long day at work, Upstairs, a massive bonus room serves as the perfect spot for movie nights, a kids' playroom, or a home office. The 1,600 Sq. Ft. above grade Finished Basement: A massive asset for families and hosts alike, this fully finished lower level is the ultimate flex space. It is perfectly suited for an au-pair or multi-generational suite or an in laws suite with two rooms w/ walk in Closets and a full Bath. Massive Future Equity (1,110 Sq. Ft. Unfinished Space) In addition to the finished footprint, a sprawling 1,110 sq. ft. of unfinished walkout basement space stands ready for your imagination—ideal for a workshop, a massive climate-controlled wine cellar, or future square footage expansion. A Pool-Ready & Privacy-Enhanced Paradise Sited on 2.33 pristine acres with absolutely no HOA restrictions, the expansive acreage offers total seclusion and a perfect canvas for a custom pool. The sprawling grounds provide an ideal layout for premium perimeter additions, with ample space for a modern horizontal wood privacy fence or shadowbox fencing bordered by estate picket layouts and mature, tree-lined evergreen buffers. 3 Car Garage with a EV charger Installed. All of this sits an incredibly brief drive away from downtown Chapel Hill, YMCA, Shopping area and major medical centers.
$1,650,000
4 bedrooms
4 full, 2 half bathrooms
2.33 acres
5,333 square feet
$309 per square foot
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Attached Garage Y/N Yes
- Common Walls No Common Walls
- Construction Materials Board & Batten Siding, Concrete, Frame, Vertical Siding
- Exterior Features Fire Pit, Garden, Private Entrance, Rain Gutters
- Fencing None
- Garage Y/N Yes
- Lot Size Acres 2.33
- Parking Features Attached, Driveway, Garage
- Patio And Porch Features Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
- Structure Type House, Site Built
- Above Grade Finished Area 5,333
- Appliances Built-In Electric Range, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Gas Range, Microwave, Propane Cooktop, Range, Range Hood
- Basement Exterior Entry, Finished, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access
- Cooling Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Fireplace Features Fire Pit, Gas, Living Room, Masonry, See Remarks
- Fireplaces Total 1
- Flooring Carpet, Concrete, Laminate, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
- Heating Forced Air, None
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Bar, Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Crown Molding, Dining L, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Master Downstairs, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Separate Shower, Smart Thermostat, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
- Laundry Features Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink, Other
- Rooms Total 9
- Window Features Double Pane Windows
- Lot Features Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, See Remarks
- Tax Annual Amount 10844.37
- Water Source Well
- Year Built 2022
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built2022
- NeighborhoodNot in a Subdivision
- CountyOrange
- AreaChapel Hill
- Elementary SchoolChapel Hill Carrboro - Mary Scroggs Elementary School
- Middle SchoolChapel Hill Carrboro - Grey Culbreth Middle School
- High SchoolChapel Hill Carrboro - Carrboro High School
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