Chapel Hill, NC is home to the University of North Carolina, the oldest state-supported university in the United States. The university is a big draw for homeowners who want to buy in Chapel Hill, as are the great public schools, fabulous restaurants, and closeness to Research Triangle Park.
Chapel Hill, once named “Foodiest Small Town in America” by Bon Appetit continues to grow restaurants that encompass worldwide cuisine, a focus on local purveyors, and chefs who have gained national attention for their unique flavors.
While it’s true that the undergraduate and graduate students make up a large part of the nightlife in Chapel Hill, the town itself is home to art galleries, movie theaters, and coffee shops.
The real estate market in Chapel Hill is diverse - the area ranks third in the nation for the number of modernist homes, and other styles are popular throughout. Chapel Hill is known in the Triangle for having the largest percentage of high-end homes per capita. Price also varies, with many homes worth over a million, very unusual for such a small town.
And yes, there are lots on more than 1 acre in Chapel Hill! These properties can be found in many Chapel Hill neighborhoods, from the historic districts to new builds, from golf communities to lakeside locations.
One such neighborhood is Dogwood Acres, which is less than a five-minute drive from the UNC campus and downtown Chapel Hill, with quick access to all the main highways. Dogwood Acres is also close to Southern Village and Jordan Lake, so although small, it is a popular neighborhood for homeowners.
Residents appreciate private yards and wooded lots and what I find interesting about Dogwood Acres is that there are smaller homes - 2-3 bedrooms, with square footage under 1500 that have the 1+ acre lots. There are ranch homes, detached townhomes, and multi-story homes in this neighborhood. There are also homes in the neighborhood that are larger, with 3-4 bedrooms, 2k+ sq. ft, priced starting in the mid-300s; these homes may feature private decks overlooking large backyards.
See below for the most recent homes for sale on lots over 1 acre in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
Recently updated two story condo in the popular Oaks neighborhood. New flooring throughout the first floor. New cabinets, countertop, backsplash, and appliances in kitch...
Diamond in the Rough with lots of Sparkle down the road from Wilkinson Creek in a quiet neighborhood between Carrboro and Pittsboro /Chapel Hill address but Chatham Co ta...
Walk in with potential Equity! This tranquil Chapel Hill home is situated on a spacious 1.19-acre lot. This property offers great potential for comfort and style with you...
RANCH HOME tucked away on 1.37 acre wooded lot in Chapel Hill's desirable Robin's Wood neighborhood. New paint and new roof. The primary suite has private deck 8x8. The...
Have it all with this one of a kind 2-acre farm to table gem near all things Carrboro, Chapel Hill and UNC. Just outside the city limits, benefit from lower taxes, over $...
Chapel Hill home with 1.72 acres of land. New roof. New HVAC. New Flooring. New Appliances. New light fixtures. Smooth ceilings throughout the home. Very good location...
ONE LEVEL All Brick Ranch on Over 2 Acres Close to Chapel Hill!! Two Car Attached Garage. NEW HVAC August 2023! Home Features HARDWOOD FLOORS THROUGHOUT. Formal Dining Ro...
Rural privacy with easy access to town. If you are seeing a secluded setting away from the hustle and bustle of town then this home is for you. Just minutes away from t...
This Unique Home is nestled on a 2.1 acre serene parcel in a quiet friendly neighborhood convenient to shopping with easy access to everywhere. Circular driveway with amp...
Charming brick cottage with a basement, on a 1-acre lot in Mt. Bolus, a wooded neighborhood of large homesites convenient to UNC and all parts of Chapel Hill. Mature gar...
TWO BRNAD-NEW AC UNITS HAVE BEEN REPLACED! NEW PAINT! THE PRICE HAS BEEN REDUCED. This is a great opportunity to own a move-in-ready home in Chapel Hill. The home is loca...
Home featured is "TO BE BUILT", buyer choses any/all options and design features. Caruso has other floorplans to chose from. Home proposed is our Statesville floorplan, o...
Secluded Chapel Hill retreat, originally constructed by a local contractor as his personal residence, exudes craftsmanship & attention to detail, plus an income-generatin...
Construction has begun in Array! Build one story home in Array, NC’s first net-zero energy neighborhood. This and all of the homes will be very energy efficient and have ...
LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION! Minutes to Duke University, UNC, Chapel Hill/Carrboro Schools, Duke School, Hollow Rock, Trail Systems and I-40. A lifestyle brick house wit...
This charming 3 plus bedroom home sits on a large wooded lot that is walking distance to Duke Forest Trail Head and Johnston Mill Nature Preserve. The kitchen has a doubl...
This stunning estate home boasts breathtaking year-round VISTA views from every angle. With plenty of natural light flooding in. The floor plan is perfect for entertainin...
Excellent location! All brick custom built home on 4.53 acres w/Main floor owners suite w/tray ceilings. Custom molding, granite tops, large island, gas range, stainless ...
Construction has begun in Array! Build this 1.5 story modernist home or remove the second story for a smaller one-level home (2370 sq ft). Array is NC’s first net-zero ...
Construction has begun in Array! Build this modernist home or any design you want in Array, NC’s first net-zero energy neighborhood. This home and all of the homes in Arr...
Old world country elegance with all the modern features and touches! Perfectly sited on a 1.2 acre wooded lot, You will so appreciate the custom home touches on this all ...
This exquisite 3,385 sqft custom ranch built by Horizon Custom Builders on a private 3.86-acre wooded oasis providing a serene natural backdrop for your daily life. Four ...
Triton Walk is an enclave of 5 luxury homesites within the Sold Out Legend Oaks community. Each site is over 2 acres and is located in Chapel Hill! The Amberway plan off...
Welcome to the epitome of living in Chapel Hill! This 4-BR, 4.5-BA + Bonus is nestled on a 1.38-acre lot, was built by the renowned builder, JP Goforth. Step inside & be...
What a find! Gorgeous, nearly new custom home by J Fuller Construction, set on 4.7 acres in the CHCCS system! This special property is privately set amidst wooded bliss, ...
What a find! This gorgeous 4 bed 2.5 bath updated ranch with a seperate 1 bed 1 bath ADU is nestled in the heart of Chapel Hill.This special property is privately set ami...
Nature lovers alert! Stunning custom built home with a serene setting nestled on over 1 acre wooded lot. 10 foot ceilings. Hardwoods throughout 1stfloor. Spacious family ...
Truly an oasis between Durham and Chapel Hill. Custom built home has open floorplan with washed oak floors, spectacular ceiling vaults and gorgeous views of neighboring p...
Casual elegance and impeccable quality are the hallmarks of Zinn Design Build, with style that is contemporary, yet timeless. Carol Ann Zinn has been charming Chapel Hil...
This modern farmhouse welcomes you with a large front porch and a beautiful exterior on a 1.57ac lot! Open concept living/dining/kitchen includes a 12' slider door + a li...
Incredible opportunity to build the home of your dreams on nearly 3 acres and No HOA! This is just one example of the many possibilities that can be built on this beautif...
Breathtaking recently renovated luxury home on private Oasis! Come be enthralled by this newly renovated estate home that was professionally designed and renovated. Perfe...
Designed with Distinction! Private estate home in gorgeous Governors Club! Enjoy the peace and quiet of a gated community. Imagine a private mountain retreat with gleamin...
Lower your carbon footprint in the most beautiful way! This home was built with eco-friendly standards and boasts a HERS rating of only 8! With solar panels & super energ...
NOTE: ((1)) 5218 NC Hwy 54W -- 8 acres w/15 MHP lots w/private septic tanks & one well HAS BEEN SOLD; ((2)) 5306 NC Hwy 54W -- 40 acres w/1937 two-bedroom house, 1 bath, ...
Proposed design and construction by Zinn Design Build. Love this plan? It can be yours in just over a year. Or start the design process for your dream home on over five a...
Proposed construction. Co-create your dream home in collaboration with Chapel Hill's pioneer woman builder, Carol Ann Zinn. This plan can be customized or another plan en...
410 Woodgate is builder Jim Henry’s personal masterpiece on 2.8 acres. It rests on an overbuilt foundation supporting tons of exterior and interior custom stone (not ve...
16 Acres! Excellent location in Chatham! Drees Homes TO BE BUILT Ballentine Plan has every detail & you can still make ALL your selections prior to construction. 10’Ceili...
All brick executive home with pristine 3.25 acre rolling estate nestled in Orange County. Spanning over 8,000 sqft & 3 car garage, this spacious home exudes elegance & al...
Three acres of wooded, serene privacy in one of Chapel Hill's most coveted neighborhoods. Welcome to 11 Buttons Road! This spacious 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath Laurel Hill home s...
Experience your private mountain estate minutes from downtown Chapel Hill. On a 1.09 acre lot at the end of its own road, this stone and brick masterpiece features a long...
Set on a bucolic 2.48-acre lot, this Chapel Hill home has it all! Located in the East Chapel Hill High School district, this 5,311 sq ft home has a gorgeous pool; terrifi...
Sweeping 11+acres estate backing to ~100 acres of UNC forest. Leafy enclave of 8 homes 5-min from downtown Carrboro. Commune with nature in warm modern architecture desig...
Lovely new plan from ICG Homes! Great in-law/guest suite on main level with private den and bedroom! First floor primary, open concept with great entertaining spaces! ...
New construction in prestigious Westfall! Plenty of space with high end finishes, lovely wooded views--on the top of the mountain! Lower level features a home theater, e...
This Hearthstone-built home by Arthur Rutenberg is an exquisite 4-bedroom home nestled in a pastoral setting, yet is just minutes away from downtown Chapel Hill. Enjoy pr...
A house full of joy & laughter, where friends love to gather & family comes to celebrate. This enchanting home has inspired marriage proposals, hosted many festive meals,...
Proposed design and construction by Zinn Design Build. Envision this exquisite modern farmhouse plan or the Chapel Hill estate home of your dreams on over five acres of m...
Your own secluded oasis 2 mins. from JORDAN LAKE boat ramp and just 2 miles from Governors Club with this Proposed NEW CONSTRUCTION! Crafted by the Triangle's only Southe...
Authentic farm house and 64 Acres!! Big front porch perfect for rocking chairs. This home is full of character and the renovations done provide efficiency. Beautiful wo...
Experience unparalleled vistas in Chapel Hill from every level of this immaculately maintained five-bedroom, five-bathroom, five-garage residence. Perched gracefully on n...
A truly remarkable modern custom home designed by an outstanding architectural firm. Sage Built plans a new start on this rare 4-acre private wooded homesite located just...
Occasionally an opportunity comes along unlike anything else on the market. This luxurious family estate sits on 5 acres in a premier location-- minutes from downtown Ch...
PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Hark the sound...incredible opportunity to own this priceless gem on beloved Franklin St in the prestigious Historic District of Chapel Hill and adjace...
Understated opulence, a once in a lifetime opportunity. Secluded, strategically positioned on nearly three acres overlooking the 20th fairway, experience an elegant seaml...
91.06 Acres prime for development or build your dream home and live on your own private retreat. Very front of property is in a flood plain but this does not affect acces...
A spectacular offering in the heart of Chapel Hill. A stately, picture-perfect home and its equally impressive 2,537 square foot guesthouse are uniquely situated in a go...
Luxurious elegance in every detail. This exquisitely crafted 11,600+ square foot home was designed and built on the perfect mountaintop site in the Highland Park neighbor...
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