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212 S Hillsborough Ave, Hillsborough, NC 27278

Sold for $590,000

212 S Hillsborough Ave Hillsborough, NC 27278

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Beds

Baths

Sqft

3,147

Acres

0.44

Year

1859

Close Date

Jan 5, 2017

Property Type

Residential

Sub Type

Single Family Residence

Per Square Foot

$187

Date Listed

Mar 16, 2016

Description of 212 S Hillsborough Ave, Hillsborough, NC 27278

Listing details for 212 S Hillsborough Ave, Hillsborough, NC 27278 : Old meets new in this 1859 restored home.This beautiful two story I-House has 5 BRs, 3 BAs, large kitchen, DR with FP, and Library. Large FR opens onto a screened porch and deck. FR has a window seat and double sided gas-log FP to be enjoyed both inside and out. Back deck overlooks a fenced yard with patio, storage building, garden area and swing set. A great workshop is also included along with a large carport. Convenient to schools, OC Library, and park. 15 min. to UNC & Duke or 25 min. to RDU

Listing Updated : 06-19-2026 at 7:44 AM EDT

Property Details

Property Overview

Listing Price

$599,000

MLS #ID

2055262

Close Price

$590,000

Close Date

Jan 5, 2017

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

Square Footage

3,147

Acres

0.44

Year

1859

Days on Site

774 Days

Property Type

Residential

Property Sub Type

Single-Family

Price per Sq Ft

$187

Date Listed

Mar 16, 2016

Location

Street Address

212 S Hillsborough Ave

City

Hillsborough

State

North Carolina

ZIP Code

27278

County

Orange

Neighborhood / Subdivision

Historic District

Driving Directions

From Durham take Hillsborough exit #164. Turn right onto Churton Street heading north to downtown Hillsborough. At King Street turn left onto W. King and travel approx. 4 blocks, turn left onto S. Hillsborough Ave. House is on the right.

Schools

Elementary School

Central

Middle School

Orange

High School

Orange

Home Specification

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

3 Full

Total Square Feet

3,147

Construction / Architecture

Year Built

1859

Style

Traditional

Construction Materials

Wood Siding

Foundation

Brick/Mortar

New Construction

Price per Sq Ft

$187

Lot Features

Garden, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Open Lot and Wooded

Lot Size (Acres)

0.44

Lot Dimensions

94.5 x 201

Interior Details

Interior Features

Bathtub Only, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, Kitchen/Dining Room Combination, Pantry, Shower Only, Soaking Tub, Storage and Wired for Sound

Appliances

Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker and Refrigerator

Flooring

Tile and Wood

Fireplace

Yes

Fireplace Count

Fireplace Features

Bedroom, Family Room, Gas Log and Propane

Heating

Electric, Heat Pump, Natural Gas and Propane

Cooling

Central Air

Exterior Details

Garage

Parking Features

Carport, Concrete, Covered, Detached, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage Faces Side, Gravel, On Street and Parking Pad

Patio & Porch Features

Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch and Screened

Exterior Features

Fenced Yard, Playground and Rain Gutters

Fencing

None

Water Source

Public

Sewer

Public Sewer

Community Features

Historical Area

Taxes, HOA & Financing

HOA Fee Includes

Unknown

Room Details

Room Type	Level
Entrance Hall	Main
Dining Room	Main
Family Room	Main
Kitchen	Main
Primary Bedroom	Second
Bedroom 2	Main
Bedroom 3	Main
Bedroom 4	Main
Bedroom 5	Second
Utility Room	Main
Bonus Room	Second
Other	Main
Other	Additional
Workshop	—
Bathroom 2	Main

Listing Provided By

Robbin Taylor-Hall, 919-644-7000, Taylor-Hall Properties

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Source

Triangle, MLS, MLS#: 2055262

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Your home value estimate

$1.05M – $1.75M

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

$1.05M – $1.75M

Exact number$2,845,000

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Is this your home?

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Property History

DateEventPrice

1/5/2017

Sold

$590,000

$187/sqft

Source:

Triangle, MLS #2055262

3/16/2016

Listed for sale

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Source:

Triangle, MLS #2055262

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What's this home worth?

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Your home value estimate

$1.05M – $1.75M

Exact number$2,845,000

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Is this your home?

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