Chapel Hill, NC is a town built around the University of North Carolina, the oldest state-supported university in the United States. It has a reputation for being a paradise for foodies, a haven for entrepreneurs, and just overall “cool.” Homeowners are drawn to Chapel because of its reputation for excellent public schools, the University and UNC Hospitals, and closeness to Research Triangle Park.
If you’re looking for a luxury home in Chapel Hill, you’re in luck. Between the neighborhoods that grew up around the University, historic districts, and new construction in recent years, there are choices for luxury homes ranging from around $700k to multi-million dollar properties. You can choose modern, traditional, immense square-footage, or large, sprawling custom country estates. What I like about Chapel Hill is that the luxury homes can be found all over the town, not just in remote suburbs. One-of-a-kind custom homes are peppered throughout quiet streets just outside Chapel Hill.
In new construction, options range from master-planned communities with town centers, a range of home types and active resident organizations, to large and private wooded estate homes where the nearest neighbor is nowhere in sight. Your choice! The good news is that Chapel Hill is not too spread-out so you can always quickly take advantage of all it has to offer no matter which end of town you call home.
Chapel Hill’s exciting downtown area includes Franklin Street, the hub for restaurants, gift stores, art galleries, and more. Other attractions include the Morehead Planetarium, the North Carolina Botanical Garden, and the Coker Arboretum.
Some new construction communities to consider are:
Private wooded homesites built by Robuck Homes, prices start in the $900s, located a mile west of Hwy 15-501 off Manns Chapel Road. With lot sizes from just under 1 acre to 2+, the community features state-of-the-art kitchen options, in-law suites to support multi-generational living, multi-room owner’s retreats, and flex space to modify to your specifications.
Bonterra bills itself as “natural beauty paired with next-level living.” Square footage on these homes starts at 3,500 and goes up, across 4+ bedrooms.
A gated community south of downtown Chapel Hill, Governors Club features homes and homesites surrounded by old-growth woods and lakes. Governors Club is home to more than 900 families and attracts people from all over the U.S, and the world. It is a mix of young couples with children to working professionals and retirees. It features a country club and golf course with year-round activities available to residents.
There are a few homes around $700k, but most are above $800k and easily into the $1.5-2 million dollar range. A grand estate at the Governors Club might feature 8,000 square feet on 3 acres.
This new community is set among rolling hills just south of Chapel Hill and Governors Club, just north of Jordan Lake. Nestled in the trees, Westfall features 113 ½-acre homesites from $700s to 1.3 million+. Tours are available through finished homes now with pre-sale lots available.
This is an interesting community for two reasons: 1) it consists only of modern homes, and 2) there are only five lots in the community. Built by Bold Construction, a local award-winning firm, these 2-3 acre wooded homesites are just 10-minutes from downtown Chapel Hill. It also features Chatham County taxes with a Chapel Hill address and easy access to 15-501. Lot prices are over $200k with finished houses around $1.5 million.
A green-built community from Newland Communities, Briar Chapel is 10 miles from downtown Chapel Hill on 15-501. 50 percent (900 acres) has been set aside for open spaces within the community, allowing for miles of walking trails and enjoying the outdoors. Briar Chapel has also been voted “Best Neighborhood in Chapel Hill,” due in part to its resort-style amenities, community events, and a sense of connection and neighborhood living.
Although this is an established community, there is new construction (Homes by Dickerson) within the neighborhood with about half of the floor plans starting around $900k.
If you’re interested in older homes, Chapel Hill has three historic districts where you can find one-of-a-kind luxury homes. The oldest is Franklin-Rosemary which dates back to 1922. It generally has the highest prices of the historic areas, with houses starting in the $800s and up.
Chapel Hill has three historic areas Franklin-Rosemary, Gimghoul, and Cameron-McCauley.
Franklin Street generally has the highest-priced homes in the historic areas ranging from the $800,000’s and up. On these tree-lined streets, you will find a variety of architectural styles: Federal, Greek Revival, Gothic Revival, and Colonial Revival mixed with some farmhouses and bungalow-style houses.
Many of these historic homes are within easy walking distance of campus and of Franklin Street, where you can enjoy fine dining, shopping, arts, and live music.
The Cameron-McCauley Historic district is west of the UNC campus, but still provides easy access to campus and Franklin Street. A mix of 20th-century architectural styles including Colonial Revival and Craftsman, the homes in this area have smaller lots but feature lush greenery, gravel paths, and low stone walls. Most homes in this area have been updated to include modern conveniences of air conditioning and high-speed Internet while still maintaining the charms of a distant and serene past.
The third historic district is Gimghoul Neighborhood Historic District, which was a development of 37 houses built in the 1920 and 30s as faculty housing but is best known as being the product of the secret Order of the Gimghouls, a fraternal organization of UNC undergraduates, faculty, and alumni. Most homes here are Colonial Revival and have not changed much since the 1930s. And there’s a castle, a French-style chateau that sits at the top of Gimghoul Road and comes complete with ghost stories.
Other subdivisions with new construction luxury homes include Rockford, Creek Wood, Westfall, and The Woodlands of Chapel Hill. There is also some new construction - not in a subdivision - of luxury homes off Carmel Church Road, with addresses on Falls Creek Road.
Older most established neighborhoods with luxury homes include The Oaks, Meadowmont, Chesley, Silver Creek, Greenwood, and Westwood.
So yes, there is a wide range of options for luxury homes in the Chapel Hill area. Start by browsing our listings below to find the perfect home for you.
Discover a rare opportunity to build your dream home on one of Governors Club's most coveted homesites in the Highland Pond community near the summit of Edwards Mountain....
Nestled in the heart of the Cameron-McCauley Historic District--one of Chapel Hill's most treasured and architecturally significant neighborhoods--this extraordinary +1.2...
To Be Built | Custom Estate by BOLD Construction. Rare opportunity to build a fully custom executive estate on one of the last premier, level 1-acre homesites in Governor...
Tucked at the end of a cul-de-sac gated on more than three private acres, this custom Loyd Builders estate is the kind of home that rarely comes to market in Chapel Hill ...
Wonderful modern French Country estate home that has been exquisitely updated with elegant style and attention to detail. Situated on nearly an acre, this extraordinary r...
Tucked quietly just off Franklin Street, 223 Hillcrest Circle offers a rare opportunity to own one of Chapel Hill's most enchanting and private settings--1.37 acres that ...
Rare opportunity to own a highly respected local builder's own home on 4+ wooded acres. Thoughtfully designed and constructed to the highest standards, with custom woodwo...
91.06 Acres prime for development or build your dream home and live on your own private retreat. Ideal for anyone that needs pasture for horses, cattle, etc. Very front o...
Prime Development Opportunity: 2.42 Acres in the Heart of Chapel Hill. Secure a once-in-a-generation canvas in one of Chapel Hill's most storied enclaves, Rocky Ridge Far...
Designed with modern luxury and livability in mind, this striking 3-bedroom, 5-bath residence offers four levels of contemporary elegance. Barely lived in, this mindful r...
Beautiful proposed new construction on 4.4 acres close to Jordan Lake. This stunning floor plan proposed by Empire Contractors Inc. has many flexible spaces and features ...
Chapel Hill, NC Office Building-14,739 sq ft, Class B, with elevator - for sale or lease-turn-key. Location close to UNC & Duke Universities and Medical Centers, the Rese...
Over 100 acres of beautifully wooded land with Neville Creek running through the heart of it consisting of three separate parcels. Nice mixture of hardwoods and evergreen...
A home for the ages on eleven sweeping acres in a quiet, leafy hamlet--barely five minutes from downtown but a world away. Enter through a custom iron gate and stone-colu...
Discover a true architectural masterpiece set on a sprawling, level estate lot within the prestigious Governors Club—an exclusive, gated community anchored by a 27 hole J...
Poised on a gentle corner rise within the coveted Hunts Reserve, 101 Silers Fen Court presents a rare balance of seclusion and accessibility, just minutes from UNC and do...
Welcome to 1021 Parchemin Trail -- Surrounded by rolling fenced pastures, hardwoods and a private pond, this private 10-acre luxury estate offers exceptional privacy whil...
EXECUTIVE LAKEFRONT HOME! Stunning home situated on a gorgeous, private 2.39 acre lot in one of Chapel Hill's premier neighborhoods, Lake Hogan Farms. State of the art de...
A rustic ramble through twenty-eight picturesque acres of Piedmont forest in Chapel Hill suddenly reveals this singular and stunning cozy Brutalist home, perched over idy...
Discover this rare investment opportunity: 89+/- acres perfectly positioned only 10 miles from downtown Chapel Hill. The front 33+/- acres features harvest-ready pines th...
This gem is back on market due to buyer circumstances shifting! Appraisal and inspection were just fine - available upon request. 721 Jones Ferry Road is a one-of-a-kind...
Privately positioned at the end of a cul-de-sac in the sought after neighborhood of Oxbow Crossing on Morgan Creek, this exceptional estate is where luxury, comfort, and ...
Cue the calm, touch the sky, and step into a modern marvel where curated luxury meets the suite life. This singular, one-level penthouse in Castalia is a modernist aerie ...
This one-level custom, net-zero, modernist home blends luxury, sustainability, and wellness into a thoughtfully designed living space. Set on a 1.5-acre private, wooded l...
Gracefully situated in the coveted Lake Forest neighborhood, 820 Kenmore Road is a masterfully crafted Georgian estate designed by esteemed architect Archie Royal Davis a...
Welcome to the epitome of luxury living at 40002 Worth in the prestigious Governors Club community of Chapel Hill! Nestled on a prime golf course lot amidst lush greenery...
101 Quarry Place delivers the kind of scale, presence, and comfort that is often difficult to find in Chapel Hill, especially so close to the campus of UNC and downtown C...
St. Benedict's Church has made the decision to relocate. Location, Location, Location - 870 Weaver Dairy Road offers 2.4 acres of land. This is the perfect parcel for ...
Dazzling 16 + acre parcel on Dairyland Road offering private and idyllic setting with over 1,000 feet of frontage on Morgan Creek and a brief, low stress, 10 minute drive...
Golf course views from a stunning newly renovated estate home in Governors Club offering 5,000 square feet of luxury living on a private cul-de-sac lot. Located in a gate...
Luxury estate on a private 1.7 acre lot with serene views from walls of windows. Extraordinary swimming pool with rock outcropping waterfall! Located in the gated Governo...
Experience the Pinnacle of Chapel Hill Living — The Penthouse at 213 E Franklin Street Perched atop one of the most coveted addresses in downtown Chapel Hill, this ext...
Investor opportunity to acquire a package of 3 luxury new-construction townhomes in Chapel Hill's Coker Place community. Each residence offers 2,054 SF, 3 bedrooms, 3.5 b...
Tucked within the prestigious Saddle Ridge enclave of Governors Club, 56712 Nash is an extraordinary custom-built luxury estate offering golf course living at its finest....
There's a reason homes in Governors Club are talked about and this one is why. Built with all-brick craftsmanship and stretching over 6,000 square feet, across three fini...
Discover an exceptional opportunity with this expansive 60-acre parcel, ideally suited for a large lot residential subdivision. Located in a desirable and rapidly growin...
Experience this warm and inviting luxury estate set on 5½ acres, just five minutes from town. This grand five-bedroom, five-and-a-half-bath residence is thoughtfully desi...
Large custom home with all the ICG special touches. Huge basement lot with 1674 SF finished. Open concept gourmet kitchen featuring Thermador appliances. First floor p...
Gallant Reserve 3.285-Acre Homesite | Customizable Modern Build Chapel Hill / Chatham County Introducing a rare opportunity to own a customizable, modern home on the...
ONE OF CHAPEL HILL'S MOST COVETED NEIGHBORHOODS! MEADOWMONT'S BEAUTIFULLY APPOINTED, GOLF COURSE VIEW, 6 BEDROOM, 5.5 BATH , 1ST FLOOR PRIMARY + FINISHED BASEMENT + MEDIA...
Welcome to 176 Clementine Way, a true masterpiece by Homes by Wolf Creek, where timeless architecture, modern luxury, and the natural beauty of Chapel Hill come together ...
We're talking almost 2.5 acres in the heart of 27514 -- one of the most sought-after zip codes in the Triangle -- just down the street from Duke Forest and zoned for hors...
Golf Course Views! This exceptional estate sits on nearly an acre (0.94 acres) of level, private grounds, perfectly positioned along the 5th fairway, Jack Nicklaus Signa...
Serene Cul-de-sac location for this future home that lends gorgeous views as it sits on the ''mountain nine'' golf course in the prestigious private gated community of th...
Welcome to this charming home nestled in the desirable Meadowmont community of Chapel Hill. This updated, well-appointed home offers generous living space across its thou...
Discover unparalleled luxury at a stunning new construction by award-winning Carol Ann Zinn of Zinn Design Build. Welcome to the prestigious Greenbrae neighborhood off ...
This spectacular offering in the heart of historic Chapel Hill is just steps from the UNC campus, Franklin Street, trails, shopping, and dining. The home is open, bright,...
Timeless Sophistication. Exceptional Craftsmanship. An Unparalleled Meadowmont Lifestyle. Welcome to one of Meadowmont's most distinguished residences, where timeless arc...
Ready for a new residence in one of Chapel Hill's most coveted neighborhoods? Come take a look at this immaculate townhome in Summit Park in desirable Meadowmont. The sel...
Expertly designed, custom-built home with 3531SF of first floor living space including the primary suite, office, guest bedroom, media room, and laundry room... a winning...
Hidden among the trees lies a retreat unlike anything else on the market. Tucked away on 6+ breathtaking acres of peaceful woods, this custom timber estate is where luxur...
Nestled within the prestigious gated enclave of Governor's Club, this exceptional residence offers refined luxury, thoughtful design, and effortless outdoor living -- cen...
Take a look at this new offering from KS Lewis Construction in a dreamy part of Chapel Hill, nearby Glynmorgan and Talbryn neighborhoods. The custom one-level home sprawl...
Welcome to 142 Clementine Way an exceptional new construction by Homes by Wolf Creek, where timeless architecture, modern luxury, and the natural beauty of Chapel Hill co...
Incredibly unique, panoramic and serene property with over 18 acres. This historic property was built in 1878 and was the original, working Morrow Mill grist mill, which ...
Welcome to a truly exceptional custom built Estate Residence by The Tuscan Group in the brand new Chestnut Creek community, located just 10 minutes from downtown Chapel H...
Custom Arthur Rutenberg home on a beautifully landscaped 0.71-acre homesite in Chapel Hill's Westfall community. Offering approximately 4,140 square feet, this 4-bedroom...
Nestled within the prestigious gated community of Governor's Club in Chapel Hill, this exceptional luxury home offers the rare convenience of true one-level living in one...
Bring your vision of luxury to life on the prestigious Clearwater Farm Trail. This exceptional ''To Be Built'' opportunity features the stunning ''Saxony'' floor plan by ...
Imagine hosting your first holiday gathering in a home designed to impress. From the moment guests step through the soaring two-story foyer, they're welcomed by 20-foot c...
Nestled on a private, acre-plus, cul-de-sac homesite within the prestigious gated community of Governors Club. This extraordinary five-bedroom estate offers an exception...
Welcome to a luxury lifestyle property redefining resort-style living in The Preserve at Jordan Lake, where a truly unforgettable backyard retreat is paired with exceptio...
Tucked quietly at the end of a cul-de-sac in one of Chapel Hill's most desirable neighborhoods, 104 Blue Granite Court welcomes you with timeless curb appeal, mature land...
Luxurious estate on a private 1.28-acre lot w/PRIVACY and Natural beauty, landscaped by Mother Nature!Relax. Enjoy the VIEW! In Governors Club, w/27-hole, Jack Nicklaus g...
Modern rustic home offering one-level living with open, light-filled spaces. Stone and cedar exterior with a wrap-around covered porch and tapered stone columns. Floor-to...
Nestled within the premier, secure gates of Governors Club, this custom-built luxury estate perfectly blends sophisticated open-concept living with the serene ambiance of...
Welcome to 309 Weston Lane, a rare opportunity to own a custom-designed, one-owner estate home in the highly sought-after Westhampton subdivision, known for its spacious ...
This gorgeous home situated on an estate lot lends luxury, warmth and comfort. It is located in the award-winning neighborhood of the Governors Club, a 27-hole Jack Nichl...
Stunning custom-built modern farmhouse in Briar Chapel, set on over 0.8 acres with a private, fully fenced backyard lined with trees. From the moment you walk in, the qua...
Beautiful newly renovated home located in the prestigious gated community of the Governors Club, an award winning 27-hole Jack Nicklaus signature golf course. When updat...
Exceptional opportunity in the heart of downtown Chapel Hill! Located within an Opportunity Zone, this custom-built home offers potential tax advantages for qualified inv...
Welcome to a truly exceptional custom-built residence by The Tuscan Group—Pittsboro's boutique builder known for crafting distinctive, design-forward homes for over 20 ye...
Welcome to a one of a kind Tudor retreat on 5.46 acres in Chapel Hill, where historic character meets a fully renovated, move in ready home. Thoughtfully updated from top...
This exceptional ±2.71-acre Chapel Hill tract presents a rare opportunity for developers, investors, or end users seeking one of the Triangle's most desirable locations. ...
The next chapter begins here at "0" Rolling Road. For generations, this beautiful wooded parcel has been quietly preserved as part of the original owners' treasured Lake ...
Since Lake Forest was first established in the late 1950s, the original owners have lovingly cared for this property, where generations gathered, children grew up explori...
RARE OPPORTUNITY to own the historic Gabriel Utley House (c. 1849), a landmark residence and Contributing Building within the Chapel Hill Historic District, ideally locat...
Bring your vision of luxury to life on the prestigious Clearwater Farm Trail. This exceptional ''To Be Built'' opportunity features the stunning ''Arcadia'' floor plan by...
Welcome to Oxbow Crossing on Morgan Creek, one of Chapel Hill's most coveted neighborhoods in the sought after Chapel Hill Carrboro City school district (CHCCS). Enjoy th...
Now offering a $35,000 use-as-you-choose credit with an acceptable offer! Apply it toward closing costs, an interest rate buy-down, updates, or other allowable expenses. ...
Nestled in a graceful luxury neighborhood with mature trees and beautifully landscaped grounds, this exceptional six-bedroom, five-bath multigenerational home offers refi...
Enhancin' Life on Hansen. Welcome home to this 4.5 acre oasis minutes to town. Follow the stone-columned entry along the blood-pressure-dropping road lined with cherry tr...
Welcome to 108 Graylyn Drive, where timeless architecture meets one of Chapel Hill's most coveted walk-to-everything lifestyles. Nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street in ...
Oak Grove Estates is a new subdivision nestled into Chapel Hills beautiful forests. Every aspect of these homes and lots are thoughtfully considered. We have some of the ...
Presenting a stunning new construction home in the highly sought-after Preserve at Jordan Lake community. This meticulously crafted custom design offers unparalleled luxu...
Welcome to Chapel Oaks by Toll Brothers, where luxury living meets peaceful privacy. Tucked at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, 290 Twisted Oak Way sits on a beautifully wo...
BETTER THAN NEW in the highly sought-after Governors Forest in Chapel Hill (Chatham County--low tax rate), this move-in-ready estate blends timeless craftsmanship with fr...
*Back on the market! If you missed it the first time, here's your chance!* A rare fusion of contemporary architecture, remarkable craftsmanship, and exceptional efficienc...
A GOVERNORS FOREST GEM. Well-sited on a large corner lot in the upscale neighborhood, this 4 bedroom Craftsman style home is indeed a gem of understated elegance & charm...
The views alone are worth the visit. Perched at one of the highest elevations in Governors Club, this standout estate captures long-range views stretching toward Jordan L...
Have you been searching for unrivaled privacy just minutes from Jordan Lake in one of the Triangle's most coveted locations? WELCOME TO THE GLADES! Discover 16.5+ prime, ...
A fabulous price adjustment just made this special home even better! It's a perfect combination of town and place, a spacious estate that speaks volumes in presence and p...
Set on 5.54 picturesque acres, this beautifully crafted brick home offers exceptional space, versatility, and a peaceful setting just minutes from Chapel Hill convenience...
Experience refined living at its finest in this impeccably crafted 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath estate, where luxury, comfort, and thoughtful design come together seamlessly. Loca...
*** This extraordinary property won't be available to purchase much longer. Schedule an appointment to see it before it's gone.**** For the entrepreneur, consultant, crea...
This gorgeous custom-built home by Hart Residential features stunning vaulted & cathedral ceilings, and exceptional millwork including coffered ceilings, wainscoting, and...
3 duplexes, 6 units which are 2 BR, 1 bath each on a nicely wooded 5 acre lot. Good condition yet not updated. Truly work force housing as they are right now. All are lea...
Mountain modern luxury Estate; rustic warmth, rich wood grains and natural timbers on 2.6 Acres in Chapel Hill! Offering the feeling of a private mountain resort but just...
Welcome to 51210 Eastchurch in Chapel Hill, a stunning all-brick custom home nestled on a beautifully wooded homesite. Thoughtfully designed with an open yet well-defined...
Perfectly sited on 10 acres in rural Chapel Hill/Orange County, right next to a 22-acre horse farm, this exceptional custom designed home offers privacy, craftsmanship, a...
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