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1231 Watson Rd Chapel Hill, NC 27516

$470,000

CLOSED

Beds

Baths

Sqft

2,335

Acres

6.9

Year

2005

Close Date

Oct 29, 2020

Property Type

Residential

Sub Type

Single Family Residence

Per Square Foot

$201

Date Listed

Sep 9, 2020

Description of 1231 Watson Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27516

Listing details for 1231 Watson Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27516 : Unspoiled rustic retreat at the end of a long, gravel drive among a broad mix of homes. 6.9 acres in Chapel Hill schools. Minutes to all the conveniences of Carrboro. Enjoy the sound of the breeze through the trees while sipping morning tea on the front porch, take an afternoon stroll by the creek then wrap up the day with a book by the wood stove. Basement with 9-foot ceilings (think fitness room, game room, workshop...), house generator, beautiful custom barn, chicken coop…too many features to list!

Listing Updated : 06-19-2026 at 7:46 AM EDT

Property Details

Property Overview

Listing Price

$449,000

MLS #ID

2341749

Close Price

$470,000

Close Date

Oct 29, 2020

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

Square Footage

2,335

Acres

6.9

Year

2005

Days on Site

770 Days

Property Type

Residential

Property Sub Type

Single-Family

Price per Sq Ft

$201

Date Listed

Sep 9, 2020

Location

Street Address

1231 Watson Rd

City

Chapel Hill

State

North Carolina

ZIP Code

27516

County

Orange

Neighborhood / Subdivision

Not In A Subdivision

Driving Directions

From Downtown Chapel Hill take Main St, Turn Right onto NC-54, Turn Left on Neville Road, Right on Watson Road, About .7 Miles to Driveway Entry.

Schools

Elementary School

Ch Carrboro Mcdougle

Middle School

Ch Carrboro Mcdougle

High School

Ch Carrboro Chapel Hill

Home Specification

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

2 Full / 1 Half

Total Square Feet

2,335

Construction / Architecture

Year Built

2005

Style

Traditional

Construction Materials

Vinyl Siding

New Construction

Price per Sq Ft

$201

Lot Features

Partially Cleared, Secluded and Wooded

Lot Size (Acres)

6.9

Lot Dimensions

irregular

Interior Details

Interior Features

Bathtub Only, Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Separate Shower, Shower Only, Storage and Walk-In Closet(s)

Appliances

Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Oven, Washer and Water Purifier

Flooring

Hardwood, Laminate and Tile

Fireplace

Heating

Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Wood Stove and Zoned

Cooling

Central Air, Heat Pump and Zoned

Exterior Details

Garage

Yes

Garage Spaces

Parking Features

Attached, Driveway, Garage and Gravel

Patio & Porch Features

Porch

Exterior Features

Fenced Yard and Rain Gutters

Fencing

None

Water Source

Well

Sewer

Septic Tank

Taxes, HOA & Financing

HOA Fee Includes

None

Association Amenities

Trail(s)

Room Details

Room Type	Level
Entrance Hall	Main
Living Room	Main
Dining Room	Main
Family Room	—
Office	Main
Kitchen	Main
Breakfast Room	Main
Primary Bedroom	Second
Bedroom 2	Second
Bedroom 3	Second
Utility Room	Main
Bonus Room	—
Exercise Room	—
Mud Room	—
Recreation Room	—
Workshop	—

Listing Provided By

Joel Sivertsen, 919-951-1951, Keller Williams Realty United

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Source

Triangle, MLS, MLS#: 2341749

What's this home worth?

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Your home value estimate

$609K – $749K

Exact number$2,845,000

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What's this home worth?

National portals guess with an algorithm. We price it from actual closed sales on your street.

Your home value estimate

$609K – $749K

Exact number$2,845,000

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Property History

DateEventPrice

10/29/2020

Sold

$470,000

$201/sqft

Source:

Triangle, MLS #2341749

9/9/2020

Listed for sale

—

Source:

Triangle, MLS #2341749

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What's this home worth?

National portals guess with an algorithm. We price it from actual closed sales on your street.

Your home value estimate

$609K – $749K

Exact number$2,845,000

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Is this your home?

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