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.
2-bedroom, 2 1/2-bath Chapel Hill condo near Bolin Creek Greenway, campus, downtown, mall, & Caffe Driade. Equipped with all appliances incl. refrigerator, washer & dryer...
3 bedroom 2 Bath home. Over 1+acre lot. 5 miles from UNC Chapel Hill Campus. Property being SOLD AS IS.
Great location! 3 Bed 2 Bath with only county tax's! New stainless appliances and washer/dryer! A complete kitchen/bathrooms remodel! New flooring and paint throughout ...
Pristine home! Gorgeous 5 acres with fenced garden & 3-6x36 raised , organic garden beds. Each with own water hydrant. 3 more hydrants around property. Open land could ...
Almost 5 acres minutes from downtown Carboro and Franklin street! Home is in great condition and footings in place along with plans to build out to 3500 square feet! Cr...
Many options for this unique property! Homeowners or developers alike. Renovate and sell, subdivide a parcel to build your dream home near UNC. Rare development opportuni...
Construction has begun in Array! Build this one-level modernist home or the home of your dreams in Array, NC’s first net-zero energy neighborhood. This and all of the hom...
4 Bedroom / 3 Bath Modern Farmhouse built in 2022 w/ over 900+ unfinished SQ FT to expand. Don't miss amazing opportunity on a Custom Built Transitional with loads of spe...
Once in a while, magic happens, and opportunity knocks to own your personal oasis. Turn into the five custom home neighborhood, graced by charming gates & only 8 mins fro...
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...
Construction has begun in Array. Build this stunning modernist home designed by local Carrboro architects Jose Noya and Mike Dickson-Mills with Notch in Array, NC’s firs...
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...
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 Fredriksberg plan...
2.5 Acre Homesite and room for a pool! This Whitsun plan in our popular Country Chic elevation will be ready at the end of March. First floor primary suite, office with F...
1.1 Acre Wooded homesite! Don't miss out on one of the 4 remaining opportunities at beautiful Bonterra! Enjoy the views from the covered front porch or the back screened ...
Bonterra's only basement home! A finished walk out basement with 1487 sf and unfinished storage area as well. This one has it all! 1.8 acre wooded homesite with a first f...
Breathtaking modernist home on 10+ acre, extremely private setting in Orange County.Includes detached living space (covered breezeway leading to) equipped w/ 2 flex space...
So many possibilities with this property! 15.847 acres of property and surrounded on 3 sides by US Army Corps Land on Jordan Lake. Property features 3 separate fields, 2....
Set in a serene, pastoral setting and just ten minutes from town and UNC-Chapel Hill, this beautiful home offers an efficient thoughtful plan filled with custom elements....
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...
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...
Stunning, private, modern farmhouse on over 5.6 pastoral acres within walking distance to McDougle schools and Hank Anderson Park, with tennis courts and vast walking tra...
CAN BE DIVIDED! (1) 4 acres w/ 15 MHP lots w/private septic tanks and one well; (2) 10 acres w/ 1937 two-bedroom house, one bath, barns, out buildings & field to fence in...
Brick estate w/unparalleled beauty and sophisticated luxury in gated, Governors Club. Expect "brilliantly thought out" design w/finest quality details throughout. To sati...
One-of-a-kind Governors Club estate. 7,500+ SF. Elegantly decorated and curated. Main level features formal living room w/brick fireplace, furniture-quality cabinetry ...
Welcome home to over 8000 sq ft of space for you to enjoy on approx 3.5 acres. Close to Jordan Lake, ideal for multi-generational housing. All of the bells and whistles ...
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...
Custom-built, secluded lakefront oasis minutes from Chapel Hill. Form meets function with integrated indoor/outdoor design and detailed craftsmanship. Built for sustainab...
Spectacular GRAND ESTATE located in the Highland Pond neighborhood of the prestigious, gated, Governors Club, home of a 27-hole, Signature Jack Nicklaus Golf Course. Extr...
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...
With some of the best views in all of Chapel Hill, beautiful sunrises and evening skies can be enjoyed on all 3 levels of this meticulously maintained five-bedroom five b...
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...
The ultimate modern lifestyle home in coveted Governors Club. Casual elegance with seamless flow, exquisite details and sought-after amenities. Strategically positioned o...
Hark the sound...incredible opportunity to own this priceless gem on beloved Franklin St in the prestigious Historic District of Chapel Hill and adjacent to the UNC Campu...
Experience the character and charm of this 1925 colonial nestled in a 1.54-acre oasis on Tenney Circle in the heart of Chapel Hill. Originally built by Robert E Coker, a ...
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