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Named one of CNN’s Top 10 Coolest Small Towns in America 2015, historic Hillsborough is the place for home buyers looking for a small-town feel (population around 7,000) with easy access to both Chapel Hill and Durham for work and big-city amenities. 

Surrounded by natural beauty and the Eno River, Hillsborough is known for its wide range of eclectic shopping boutiques, remarkable dining with a focus on local flavors, and art galleries that feature every medium imaginable and showcases work from artisans and creatives who call Hillsborough home.  

The Wall Street Journal has described Hillsborough as “America’s Little Literary Town,” recognizing the number of authors who have made their homes here. The locally-owned bookstore, Purple Crow, is the literary meeting place in town and features regular book signings and community events for book-minded folks. 

The town's economy relies heavily on tourism, so there are many unique places for residents of Hillsborough to work and play. 

Residents enjoy easy access to four major cities. Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and Burlington NC are all within 40 miles of Hillsborough. People from these cities are frequently drawn to Hillsborough by its small town charm. Visit and you'll see why!

Let’s look at key characteristics that make this small town so special. 

Historic Downtown Hillsborough
Downtown historic Hillsborough is featured on the National Register of Historic Places. Here, you’ll find homes, churches, and other buildings from the late 18th and 19th centuries as you stop to read approximately two dozen historic markers found around town. If you are looking to buy a historic home you will have plenty of options in Hillsborough!

History buffs will also enjoy the many historic sites open to the public, including the Alexander Dickson House, which was the last headquarters of the Confederacy and now serves as the Visitors Center. Local hikers flock to the grounds of Ayr Mount, a sprawling 17th century estate that features a mile-long trail that winds through meadows and historical ruins. 

Many of the historical cemeteries are open for the public to walk through and although there are no private homes open for tour, you can glimpse some of the finer houses from Hillsborough’s tree-lined streets. The picturesque setting of the downtown streets, with brick storefronts and large shop windows, gives a nice small-town feel to the area. 

A different kind of history can be found in the Occoneechee Speedway, the only surviving dirt speedway from NASCAR’s inaugural 1949 season. 

Wooden Nickel in Hillsborough NC

Good food with local flavor and lots of “heart”
There is a common theme to many of Hillsborough’s restaurants and that is a focus on local food and local providers.

Aaron Vandemark, owner of fine dining gem Panciuto, is a six-time James Beard Award Semifinalist, Best Chefs in America. Panciuto’s website credits “people - farmers and friends - who supply us with virtually all of our food, the plates on which we eat, and the table at which we sit. If our food has radiance, it's because of this collective.”

Other favorite downtown restaurants are:

  • Hillsborough BBQ Company, known for authentic pit-cooked NC style BBQ, catfish, and traditional sides like hush puppies, collards, and three different kinds of slaw!
  • The Wooden Nickel, a neighborhood pub, is a great place for wings, burgers, and craft beer. 
  • Radius Pizzeria and Pub, located in a restored bank, is a casual and warmly inviting place whose kitchen turns out not only great wood-fired pizzas but a whole range of seafood, pasta, and sides/small plates. 
  • Authentic food from the southwestern Mexican state of Guerrero is found at El Restaurante Ixtapa.  
  • Antonia's offers fine Italian dining in the heart of downtown. 
  • Saratoga Grill, a family-owned (25 years+) steak and seafood spot located in a cozy downtown setting. 

Weaver Street Market is a co-op and institution in the greater Triangle area. You can pick up prepared foods and shop for weekly groceries. Weaver Street Markets celebrate local and seasonal food and you can shop there without being a member of the co-op. 

Want to cook at home? Join one of the CSAs offered by organic, sustainable farms in the area so you can order and get regular deliveries of fresh produce and other artisan products. Shop at one of the two great farmers markets, the Hillsborough Farmers Market and the Eno River Farmers Market. 

Riverwalk and the great outdoors
Just steps from downtown is the majestic Eno River, front and center to daily life in Hillsborough. Riverwalk is a paved and accessible 1.8-mile greenway, part of a statewide series of trails called NC Mountains-to-Sea Trail. Fresh air and the shade from mature trees make Riverwalk popular with families out for leisurely strolls as well as joggers and cyclists. 

 

The Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area is another place where Hillsborough residents can find an escape into nature. Covering 190 acres of land, three miles of trail wind through riverside forests of mountain laurel and rhododendron with options for fishing and picnics. 

West Hillsborough
West Hillsborough grew up in the shadow of two mills, the Bellevue Manufacturing Company and the Eno Cotton Mill. Most workers lived in company housing near the mills and a small village grew up around them, with its own store, barbershop, café, and movie theatre. 

Though the mills are long gone, some of the traditional mill houses remain in this cozy neighborhood. The two historic textile mills have been renovated into interesting lofts and business spaces. 

West Hillsborough today is a friendly and diverse neighborhood, home to a mix of families, entrepreneurs, retirees, and professionals who commute into the greater Triangle area. Along with the historic downtown area, west Hillsborough also features the area’s best shopping and dining experiences.  

Educational opportunities

Orange County Schools serve the area with seven elementary schools, three middle schools and two high schools. The most recent state test results showed Orange County students performed at or above the state average in both reading and math. Durham Technical Community College, located in nearby Durham, runs a charter school for Hillsborough high school students interested in dual credit courses. 

The University of North Carolina is about 20 minutes to the south in Chapel Hill while archrival Duke University is about the same distance to Durham. 

Something for every income: Homes for sale in Hillsborough 

Hillsborough real estate features a wide range of options for all budgets, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes; much of the area is rural with lots of horse farms, but nothing is too far away from the central downtown area. Contemporary shopping centers and brand-new homes mix easily with the town’s historic sites and the more established neighborhoods. 

Here are a few links to neighborhoods to get you started on your Hillsborough home search:

Pleasant Green Farms
New Hope Springs
Just Mere Landing
Grand Oak Estates
Fox Hill Farm
Dimmocks Mill
Cornwallis Hills
Colonial Hills
Churton Grove

If you're interested in moving to this charming town, contact us today and we would be happy to work with you as your realtor. 

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Current Homes and Lots for Sale in Hillsborough

1833 Birmingham Drive, Hillsborough image
1833 Birmingham Drive, Hillsborough $199,900 ▼

Charming 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom Hillsborough townhome! Enter from the quaint, covered front stoop to a floorplan that is perfect for entertaining. The kitchen has ample ...

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  • 2 Beds
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  • 2359760 MLS
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621 Buttonwood Drive, Hillsborough image
621 Buttonwood Drive, Hillsborough $240,000

The RANCH plan that you will fall in LOVE with at first sight! All HARDWOOD flooring throughout. Spacious LIVING w/ brick wood burning FP and separate DINING area, separa...

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  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2367997 MLS
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1315 Carolina Loop, Hillsborough image
1315 Carolina Loop, Hillsborough $259,000

Beautiful all brick ranch on large lot. Completely repainted inside, refinished hardwood floors, new LVP flooring in kitchen. Kitchen and master bath updated. New ceil...

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  • 3 Beds
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  • 2369082 MLS
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Lake Orange Road, Hillsborough image
Lake Orange Road, Hillsborough $260,000

A great and rare find! Lot on Lake Orange with beautiful lake view ! Bring your plans and builder to build your dream home. Lake Orange is a water source. Based on evalua...

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  • 2366891 MLS
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511 Cornelius Street, Hillsborough image
511 Cornelius Street, Hillsborough $275,000

Nice .72 acre lot (recently rezoned for commercial-See Docs) on heavily traveled US 70 north of Hillsborough (Average Daily Traffic Estimates 12000 in 2016). Lot has an ...

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  • 2311127 MLS
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211 S Cameron Street, Hillsborough image
211 S Cameron Street, Hillsborough $275,000

Mostly cleared 0.46 acre lot in highly sought after downtown Hillsborough. Just a 2 minute walk to the Eno Riverwalk and an 8 minute/1 block walk to the heart of downtow...

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  • 2347088 MLS
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Lot 38 Locust Road Unit #End of Locust Road, Hillsborough image
Lot 38 Locust Road Unit #End of Locust Road, Hillsborough $277,000

Don't miss this rare opportunity! 38 acres great for future development or have a farm of your own with cows, chickens, goats & sheep. City water/sewer on road, can subd...

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  • 2368575 MLS
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600 NC 57 Highway, Hillsborough image
600 NC 57 Highway, Hillsborough $300,000

A perfect location, minutes to downtown. 3.5 acres with amazing Chestnut Trees, Grapevines and Mature Trees. 2 lots sold together with access to 86N and 57N. Wonderful...

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  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • 2338335 MLS
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Shorefront Lane, Hillsborough image
Shorefront Lane, Hillsborough $329,000

A rare opportunity , only a few lots remain on Lake Orange. Lakefront lot on Lake Orange. Fantastic lake views! Bring your plans and your own builder for your dream home....

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  • 2366884 MLS
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215 S Cameron Street, Hillsborough image
215 S Cameron Street, Hillsborough $350,000

Mostly cleared 0.93 acre lot in highly sought after downtown Hillsborough. Just a 2 minute walk to the Eno Riverwalk and an 8 minute/1 block walk to the heart of downtow...

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  • 2347089 MLS
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813 Latimer Street, Hillsborough image
813 Latimer Street, Hillsborough $369,900

FARMHOUSE+HILLSBOROUGH TOWN+0.92 ACRE=HOME! Diligently designed with CHARM&CHARACTER! Open floor concept full of natural light. Stainless Steel Appliances. Sealed crawlsp...

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  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2362368 MLS
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1525 Park Lane, Hillsborough image
1525 Park Lane, Hillsborough $369,900 ▼

Beautiful newly renovated brick ranch with tons of upgrades just minutes from downtown Hillsborough! Updated kitchen with custom Carrara Marble, back splash, and stainles...

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  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2364958 MLS
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527 Cornelius Street, Hillsborough image
527 Cornelius Street, Hillsborough $375,000

Nice .86 acre lot (recently rezoned for general commercial-See Docs) on heavily traveled US 70 north of Hillsborough (Average Daily Traffic Estimates 12000 in 2016). Lot...

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  • 2310325 MLS
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519 Cornelius Street, Hillsborough image
519 Cornelius Street, Hillsborough $375,000

Nice .85 acre lot (recently rezoned for commercial-See Docs) on heavily traveled US 70 north of Hillsborough (Average Daily Traffic Estimates 12000 in 2016). Lot has a d...

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  • 2311131 MLS
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415 NC 86 N Highway, Hillsborough image
415 NC 86 N Highway, Hillsborough $389,000 ▼

Commercial raw lot at the corner of NC 57 & NC 86S in Hillsborough. Great visibility and traffic counts over 15,000. Electricity, Gas, Sewer, Telephone, Water available. ...

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  • 2320437 MLS
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825 Latimer Street, Hillsborough image
825 Latimer Street, Hillsborough $399,900 ▼

This beautiful home is located in the heart of Hillsborough. It has a beautiful open concept with two living spaces. The kitchen is large with plenty of storage. They hav...

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  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2361673 MLS
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515 N Churton Street Unit #206, Hillsborough image
515 N Churton Street Unit #206, Hillsborough $438,000

Light-filled home in walkable Hillsborough Historic District. Open floor plan, walls of windows, large balcony. Chef's kitchen w/ Bosch SS appliance. Master suite w/room...

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  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2366410 MLS
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408 W King Street, Hillsborough image
408 W King Street, Hillsborough $449,000

Professionally renovated 2bd/2ba Craftsman home, circa 1921. Welcoming deep front southern porch, private level backyard and turn key living in the heart of town. This on...

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  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2369742 MLS
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Lot 1B S Cameron Street, Hillsborough image
Lot 1B S Cameron Street, Hillsborough $450,000

Partially cleared 3.95 acre lot in highly sought after downtown Hillsborough. Just a 2 minute walk to the Eno Riverwalk and an 8 minute/1 block walk to the heart of down...

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  • 2347090 MLS
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355 Papyrus Place, Hillsborough image
355 Papyrus Place, Hillsborough $475,000

This rare 'Wheylon' floor plan has too many upgrades to mention them all. Open concept so you can enjoy the gas fireplace from the chef's kitchen. First floor also inclu...

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  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 2369545 MLS
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505 Latimer Drive, Hillsborough image
505 Latimer Drive, Hillsborough $499,500 ▼

Beautiful custom build home located adjacent to Hillsborough’s Historic District. Offers .29 acre lot, Walkable to Downtown. Energy Efficient Living Area, 3 BR/2.5 Baths....

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  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2362579 MLS
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312 Phelps Road, Hillsborough image
312 Phelps Road, Hillsborough $499,900 ▼

Nice for a growing family! 5 bedrooms and 5.5 Baths sitting on secluded wooded 18 acres. Home sits back off of main road. Property in move in ready condition.

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  • 5 Beds
  • 6 Baths
  • 2353771 MLS
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740 E Cornelius Street, Hillsborough image
740 E Cornelius Street, Hillsborough $560,000

Make history come to life with this 12 Room motel which includes a lobby with fireplace. Located on 2.67 prime acres in Hillsborough the sale includes the two story Duple...

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  • 2365959 MLS
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538 N Nash Street, Hillsborough image
538 N Nash Street, Hillsborough $589,750

Custom construction in downtown Hillsborough, just a stone's throw from schools, parks, restaurants, and more! This quintessential beauty brings together the old and the ...

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  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 2357433 MLS
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5772 Martin Dairy Way, Hillsborough image
5772 Martin Dairy Way, Hillsborough $595,000 ▼

Well started horse farm in place, come build your dream farm over the best views in Hillsborough on this 27+acres! Nice Double wide on property for a place for you to li...

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  • 2326308 MLS
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5772 Martin Dairy Way, Hillsborough image
5772 Martin Dairy Way, Hillsborough $595,000 ▼

Cute cabin style home tucked away in the woods on a well started horse farm in place or come build your dream farm over the best views in Hillsborough on this 5 +/- acres...

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  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2355021 MLS
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224 Stanton Gable Lane Unit #264, Hillsborough image
224 Stanton Gable Lane Unit #264, Hillsborough $619,648 ▲

Last and Final Artisan to be built in Forest Ridge. This first floor master plan features 4 bedrooms and 3.5bathrooms. Fully loaded with upgrades including screened in po...

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  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 2363472 MLS
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308 Prestwood Drive Unit #171, Hillsborough image
308 Prestwood Drive Unit #171, Hillsborough $625,607 ▲

This is the last Harmony opportunity in Forest Ridge. This home will feature 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. Spacious gathering spaces and large kitchen for entertaining. L...

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  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 2363453 MLS
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311 Prestwood Drive Unit #142, Hillsborough image
311 Prestwood Drive Unit #142, Hillsborough $643,903 ▲

Reverie Floorplan with Walkout basement featuring 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms with master bedroom on the main level. Only plan of its kind in Forest Ridge. The only oppo...

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  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 2363463 MLS
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118 Moorefields Road, Hillsborough image
118 Moorefields Road, Hillsborough $650,000

Come out just a few minutes from Downtown Historic Hillsborough to one of the most beautiful lots you will see in Orange County. There is plenty of room for all with this...

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  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2367046 MLS
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513 N Nash Street, Hillsborough image
513 N Nash Street, Hillsborough $700,000

Stunning makeover of spacious light-filled home. Walking distance to historic town center, restaurants, Weaver Street Market. Main level with 3 bedrooms, gourmet kitchen...

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  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 2366868 MLS
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402 Millstone Drive, Hillsborough image
402 Millstone Drive, Hillsborough — Sinclair Institute $995,000 ▼

INCREDIBLE OPPORTUNITY / HUGE PRICE CHANGE! *PRIME LOCATION between I-85 & I-40 near downtown Hillsborough in Old Mill Business Park *Well-Maintained *All Brick 3+ story ...

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  • 2177644 MLS
  • Sinclair Institute Bldg.
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1205 Lawrence Road, Hillsborough image
1205 Lawrence Road, Hillsborough $1,200,000 ▼

Historic Green Hill estate (circa 1750) on 9.7 aces. Large home with carefully designed additions, lovely grounds, circular driveway. Original portion of home has wide pl...

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  • 6 Beds
  • 6 Baths
  • 2355892 MLS
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226 Orange Grove Street, Hillsborough image
226 Orange Grove Street, Hillsborough — Colonial Business $1,500,000 ▼

The Colonial Business Center consists of office/business/retail/storage rentals which are currently leased only two blocks from downtown Hillsborough off Churton Street. ...

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  • 2236963 MLS
  • Colonial Business Bldg.
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2314 St Marys Road, Hillsborough image
2314 St Marys Road, Hillsborough $2,999,000

Welcome to Maple Hill. Once the centerpiece of the historic Jacob Jackson Farm, it has been thoughtfully modernized and transformed over hundreds of years into the luxuri...

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  • 5 Beds
  • 6 Baths
  • 2363488 MLS
  • ACTIVE Status
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Listings provided courtesy of Triangle MLS, Inc. of NC, Internet Data Exchange Database. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. © 2021 Triangle MLS, Inc. of North Carolina. Data last updated .

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