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Chapel Hill, NC 27514Tucked into a peaceful treetop setting just off Franklin Street, this beautifully updated home designed by renowned architect Arthur Cogswell offers a rare blend of privacy, architectural character, and truly walkable Chapel Hill living. Despite its private, retreat like feel among the trees, the home sits just moments from the heart of downtown, UNC-Chapel Hill, and many of the town's most beloved restaurants, cafés, and local shops. Inside, timeless architecture meets thoughtful modern updates. The beautifully renovated kitchen serves as the heart of the home, featuring elegant finishes, quality appliances, a built-in reverse osmosis water filtration system, and a layout designed for both everyday living and easy entertaining. Abundant natural light fills the living areas, creating a welcoming warmth that flows throughout. Expansive windows frame sweeping views of the treetop canopy, giving the home an elevated, serene atmosphere that feels almost like living among the branches. The natural landscape embraces the home with calm and privacy, making each window feel like a connection to the outdoors. Outdoor living is equally inviting with two spacious screened porches that provide peaceful places to relax, dine, and enjoy the changing seasons. Thoughtfully designed garden sitting areas and a gentle water feature enrich the tranquil setting, while the walk-out basement offers exciting potential for additional finished living space. The property also includes a convenient Tesla-compatible electric vehicle charging setup. Homes with this level of architectural pedigree and setting rarely come to market, offering a truly special opportunity to experience Chapel Hill living at its most timeless and authentic.
$995,000
3 bedrooms
2 full, 1 half bathrooms
0.47 acres
2,124 square feet
$468 per square foot
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Construction Materials Board & Batten Siding
- Exterior Features Fenced Yard
- Lot Size Acres 0.47
- Parking Features Gravel, Driveway
- Patio And Porch Features Deck, Screened, Porch, Side Porch, Front Porch, Covered, Patio
- Structure Type Site Built, House
- Above Grade Finished Area 2,124
- Appliances Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
- Basement Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Full, Unfinished
- Cooling Central Air
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Fireplace Features Family Room
- Fireplaces Total 1
- Flooring Hardwood
- Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Walk-In Shower, Entrance Foyer, Separate Shower
- Laundry Features Laundry Closet, In Hall, Inside, Upper Level
- Rooms Total 8
- Lot Features Landscaped
- Tax Annual Amount 10103.1
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 1967
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built1967
- NeighborhoodGlendale
- CountyOrange
- AreaChapel Hill
- Elementary SchoolCH/Carrboro - Glenwood
- Middle SchoolCH/Carrboro - Grey Culbreth
- High SchoolCH/Carrboro - East Chapel Hill
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