3 Fenton Place
Chapel Hill, NC 27517Welcome to 3 Fenton Place, a beautifully refreshed home nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac in the highly desirable Downing Creek community. Thoughtfully updated and move-in ready, this residence features a new upstairs HVAC system (2025), freshly painted exterior (2025), brand-new deck (2025), and all new carpet (2026) — offering both refined style and lasting peace of mind. The main level, appointed with hardwood floors throughout, unfolds with gracious living and dining spaces, a spacious family room, and a light-filled breakfast area that opens seamlessly to the expansive deck, patio, and flat backyard — an ideal backdrop for entertaining, weekend gatherings, or quiet evenings outdoors. Upstairs, the generous primary suite offers a private retreat, complete with an en suite bath featuring dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a walk-in shower. Three additional bedrooms, a spacious hall bath, and a conveniently located laundry room provide flexibility and comfort for everyday living. Residents of Downing Creek enjoy optional access to the neighborhood pool and tennis courts for a minimal annual fee of $135. Perfectly positioned between Chapel Hill and Durham with easy access to I-40, this prime location offers seamless connectivity to UNC, Duke, RTP, and the vibrant dining and shopping of both communities. An exceptional opportunity to enjoy comfort, convenience, and one of the Triangle's most sought-after neighborhoods.
$569,400
4 bedrooms
2 full, 1 half bathrooms
0.22 acres
2,056 square feet
$277 per square foot
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Attached Garage Y/N Yes
- Common Walls No Common Walls
- Construction Materials HardiPlank Type, Masonite
- Exterior Features Smart Irrigation
- Garage Y/N Yes
- Lot Size Acres 0.22
- Parking Features Attached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front
- Patio And Porch Features Deck, Patio
- Structure Type House, Site Built
- Above Grade Finished Area 2,056
- Appliances Dishwasher, Dryer, Free-Standing Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
- Cooling Central Air, Electric, Multi Units
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Fireplace Features Family Room, Fireplace Screen, Wood Burning
- Fireplaces Total 1
- Flooring Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
- Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Bathtub/Shower Combination, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Pantry, Smooth Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Walk-In Shower
- Laundry Features Laundry Room, Upper Level
- Rooms Total 9
- Window Features Insulated Windows, Skylight(s)
- Association Amenities Management, Playground, Pond Year Round, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
- Association Fee Frequency Semi-Annually
- Association Fee Includes None
- Association Y/N Yes
- Community Features Fishing, Playground, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
- Lot Features Back Yard, Close to Clubhouse, Front Yard, Hardwood Trees, Level, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
- Tax Annual Amount 5571.04
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 1991
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built1991
- NeighborhoodDowning Creek
- CountyDurham
- AreaChapel Hill
- Elementary SchoolDurham - Creekside
- Middle SchoolDurham - Githens
- High SchoolDurham - Jordan
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Elite Realty. © 2026 Triangle MLS, Inc. of North Carolina. All Rights Reserved. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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