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Chapel Hill, NC 27516Coveted Garman Homes' green-certified "Castle in Brooklyn" plan in Briar Chapel with a generous side yard offers endless possibilities for pets, play, gardening, or outdoor entertaining! This high-performance home features an encapsulated crawlspace, ENERGY STAR appliances, and a tankless water heater making it ~44% more energy-efficient (56 HERS) than a typical new home. A spacious covered front porch creates a warm welcome and the perfect place to relax with your morning coffee or unwind at the end of the day. Inside this lovingly-maintained home, the light-filled open-concept floor plan is designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. The beautifully appointed kitchen features abundant cabinetry, a sizable walk-in pantry with a stylish barn door, and flows seamlessly into the dining area and inviting family room highlighted by a striking brick accent wall and cozy gas fireplace. A triple sliding glass door extends the living space outdoors to the screened porch, creating exceptional indoor-outdoor living. The main level also offers a private guest suite, ideal for visitors, extended stays, or flexible living needs. Upstairs, retreat to the serene primary suite featuring a private sleeping porch, a spa-inspired bath with dual vanities, a soaking tub, separate shower, and generous walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms, a versatile flex space perfect for a home office, media room, or play area, a full bath, and a conveniently located laundry room complete the second floor. Located in award-winning Briar Chapel, residents enjoy resort-style amenities including saltwater pools, a fitness center, clubhouse, parks, playgrounds, pickleball, tennis and bocce courts, community gardens, and more than 30 miles of scenic trails. Conveniently located just 6 minutes to The Veranda, 18 minutes to UNC, 32 minutes to Research Triangle Park, and 34 minutes to RDU Airport, this exceptional home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience. Video Walkthrough: https://bit.ly/186Bluffwood-Video
$635,000
4 bedrooms
3 full bathrooms
0.17 acres
2,287 square feet
$278 per square foot
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Attached Garage Y/N Yes
- Common Walls No Common Walls
- Construction Materials Brick, Fiber Cement, HardiPlank Type, Lap Siding, Shake Siding
- Door Features ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors
- Exterior Features Garden, Rain Gutters
- Fencing None
- Garage Y/N Yes
- Lot Size Acres 0.17
- Other Structures None
- Parking Features Alley Access, Concrete, Detached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Rear, Off Street
- Patio And Porch Features Covered, Front Porch, Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
- Structure Type House, Site Built
- Above Grade Finished Area 2,287
- Appliances Dishwasher, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Washer
- Cooling Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Gas
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Fireplace Features Family Room, Gas
- Fireplaces Total 1
- Flooring Simulated Wood, Tile
- Heating ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned, None
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Bathtub/Shower Combination, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Speed Internet, Kitchen/Dining Room Combination, Living/Dining Room Combination, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Separate Shower, Smooth Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower, Water Closet
- Laundry Features Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Upper Level, Washer Hookup
- Rooms Total 11
- Window Features Blinds, Double Pane Windows, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows, Insulated Windows
- Association Amenities Barbecue, Basketball Court, Clubhouse, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Game Court Exterior, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Park, Party Room, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Recreation Facilities, Sport Court, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s), Trash
- Association Fee Frequency Monthly
- Association Fee Includes Storm Water Maintenance, Trash
- Association Y/N Yes
- Builder Name Garman Homes
- Community Features Clubhouse, Curbs, Fitness Center, Park, Playground, Pool, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s)
- Lot Features Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped
- Tax Annual Amount 4130.96
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 2018
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built2018
- NeighborhoodBriar Chapel
- CountyChatham
- AreaChapel Hill
- Elementary SchoolChatham - Chatham Grove Elementary
- Middle SchoolChatham - Margaret B Pollard Middle School
- High SchoolChatham - Seaforth High School
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