7117 New Light Trail
Chapel Hill, NC 27516Nestled near the Haw River, this contemporary retreat offers over four acres of privacy framed by mature trees and open meadows. Inside, soaring ceilings with skylights and clerestory windows fill the open living, dining, and kitchen areas with natural light, while warm hardwood floors and built-ins create a timeless backdrop. The main level includes a spacious primary suite with deck access and views of the surrounding landscape, plus two additional bedrooms for flexibility. A hidden loft tucked away in the living room adds a creative bonus space. The separate efficiency apartment—with its own exterior entrance— features professional artist lighting for the perfect studio space or guest quarters. Outdoor living is just as inviting, with a covered front porch, screened porch, and two decks designed to take in the wooded setting. With over 2,000 square feet inside and nearly as much outdoor living space, this property is equal parts retreat and gathering place. Centrally located, it offers a rare blend of seclusion and convenience with quick access to Carrboro, Saxapahaw, and Chapel Hill's dining, music, and trails. Upstairs apartment was not permitted and is not included in square footage.
$610,000
3 bedrooms
2 full bathrooms
4.41 acres
2,016 square feet
$303 per square foot
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Construction Materials Other
- Lot Size Acres 4.41
- Parking Features Gravel, Circular Driveway, Parking Pad
- Patio And Porch Features Porch, Screened, Deck
- Structure Type House
- Above Grade Finished Area 2,016
- Appliances Range, Washer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Dryer, Refrigerator
- Basement Crawl Space
- Cooling Central Air
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Flooring Tile, Other, Hardwood, Parquet
- Heating Passive Solar, Central
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Apartment/Suite, Tile Counters, Ceiling Fan(s), Smooth Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Kitchen Island, Bookcases
- Laundry Features Laundry Room, Main Level
- Rooms Total 12
- Lot Features Landscaped, Private, Wooded, Pond on Lot
- Tax Annual Amount 2507.15
- Water Source Private, Well
- Year Built 2002
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built2002
- NeighborhoodNot in a Subdivision
- CountyOrange
- AreaChapel Hill
- Elementary SchoolOrange - Grady Brown
- Middle SchoolOrange - A L Stanback
- High SchoolOrange - Cedar Ridge
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