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$2,985,000
Monthly Est:$14,857
3 Beds
- 3 Baths
2 full baths + 1 half bath
2,862sqft
401 Laurel Hl Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
$2,985,000
$14,857/moEst:
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Single Family Residence
Built in 1939
$-- HOA
2.42 acres lot
$1,043/sq.ft
Description
Prime Development Opportunity: 2.42 Acres in the Heart of Chapel Hill. Secure a once-in-a-generation canvas in one of Chapel Hill's most storied enclaves, Rocky Ridge Farm. Spanning 2.42 pristine acres, this expansive lot offers the rare scale and seclusion required for a landmark custom estate, all within walking distance of the UNC campus. *Unrivaled Acreage: Over 300 linear feet of frontage on Laurel Hill Road, characterized by a majestic canopy of stately oaks, hickories, and established evergreens creates a peaceful setting and habitat for deer, owls, foxes, hawks, and a variety of songbirds. .*A Natural Sanctuary: The property offers a level of privacy seldom found in the campus core, bordering the 67-acre UNC Outdoor Education Center with its extensive trail network of hiking and running trails, mountain bike paths, an 18 hole disc golf course, and tennis and volleyball courts. *University Atmosphere: It's an absolute delight to sit outside and listen to the quarter-hour chimes from the Bell Tower, the sounds of the Marching Tar Heels practicing and the eruption of sound from the football and baseball games. *Development Potential -Build-to-Suit Canvas: Whether you choose to renovate and add on to the historic 1939 Dr. Harold W. Brown house or redevelop the site entirely, the lot size easily accommodates a significant architectural expansion, a modern luxury estate, or a multi-structure compound. *Existing Infrastructure: The grounds currently feature a concrete pool and terraced gardens, providing a mature landscape foundation for new construction. *Historical Prestige: Located in Rocky Ridge Farm, one of the nation's first planned subdivisions designed by Dr. W.C. Coker, this is an opportunity to own a piece of North Carolina history while defining its future. Rarely does a contiguous 2.4-acre parcel become available in this location. Bring your architect and your vision to Chapel Hill's most significant residential opening. Whether you choose to restore the historic 1939 residence or start fresh with a modern architectural masterpiece, this is the ultimate canvas for a legacy home.
- Houzeo last checked: 21 minutes ago
- Listing updated: October 7, 2026 at 1:51 am
- Listing Provided by: Michele Burris (919) 619-1870 | Local Market Realty, LLC (919) 442-8619
- Source: Doorify MLS-NC | MLS#: 10154602

Property Details
Status
Active
Type
Single Family Residence
No. of Stories
2
County
City
Neighborhood
Year Built
1939
HOA Fees
-
Finished Area
2,862 sqft
Lot Size
2.42 acres lot
Basement Area
- sqft
MLS Name
Doorify MLS
MLS Number
10154602
MLS Status
Active

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Location
Facts & Features
Rooms
Bedrooms & bathrooms
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Interior
Cooling
Central Air, Electric
Interior Features
Bidet, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat In Kitchen, High Speed Internet, Smooth Ceilings, Storage, Walk In Shower
Flooring
Hardwood, Tile
Sewer
Public Sewer
Appliances
Built In Electric Oven, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Ice Maker, Washer
Exterior Features
Garden, Rain Gutters
Heating
Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Construction
Year Built
Year Built: 1939
Home type
Single Family Residence
Architectural Style
Colonial, Cottage
Foundation Details
Block, Brick/mortar, Combination
Construction Materials
Brick
Roof
Shingle
Utilities & Energy
Fireplace Features
Living Room, Wood Burning
Parking Features
Driveway, Paved
Basement
Concrete, Interior Entry, Unfinished, Walk Out Access
Water Source
Public
Utilities
Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Laundry Features
In Basement
Pool Features
In Ground, Outdoor Pool, Private
Other Features
Vegetation
Grassed, Wooded
Lot Features
Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Gentle Sloping, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Native Plants, Private, Wooded
Disclosures
Seller Disclosure
Patio And Porch Features
Enclosed, Glass Enclosed, Patio
Subdivision Name
Rocky Ridge
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
10/05/2025 Source: | Listed for Sale | $2,985,000 $1,043/sqft |
10/05/2025 Source: | Off Market | $2,985,000 $1,043/sqft |
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