223 Hillcrest Circle

Chapel Hill, NC
$ 2,950,000 Beds 4 Baths 4.5 Sq 3,534 Virtual Tour
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Tucked quietly just off Franklin Street, 223 Hillcrest Circle offers a rare opportunity to own one of Chapel Hill's most enchanting and private settings--1.37 acres that feel more like a curated botanical garden than a residential homesite. Tulip trees, dogwoods, magnolias, crepe myrtles, and azaleas create a layered landscape of color and texture, while a charming rose garden adds to the storybook feel. With the neighborhood backing to university-owned land within Battle Forest, the property enjoys a sense of permanence and natural beauty that is nearly impossible to replicate. The home itself is a classic, mostly brick two-story with timeless appeal, offering 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and 1 half bath across approximately 3,500 square feet. Inside, the spaces are warm and inviting, anchored by three fireplaces that bring character and comfort to the living room, family room, and primary suite. A sunroom with ceilings crafted from reclaimed wood from an eastern North Carolina tobacco barn provides a soulful connection to the home's surroundings--an ideal place to begin the day with coffee or unwind in the afternoon light. The breakfast room is wrapped in floor-to-ceiling windows, allowing natural light to pour in while framing views of the grounds, and features a wet bar for easy entertaining. A rear deck extends the living space outdoors, offering a peaceful vantage point to enjoy the serene, park-like setting. Adding to the property's uniqueness is a detached 820-square-foot building, currently used as a light-filled art studio complete with a full bath. Whether envisioned as a creative retreat, guest space, office or future pool house, it offers incredible flexibility. Just a short walk to the University of North Carolina campus and moments from the energy of Franklin Street, this location is as special as the property itself. With its unreplicated setting and timeless structure, 223 Hillcrest Circle presents a rare canvas--move in and enjoy as is, or bring your architect to reimagine and expand into a truly extraordinary estate.

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  • Price
  • $ 2,950,000
  • City
  • Chapel Hill
  • Bedrooms
  • 4
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 4
  • County
  • Orange
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 1
  • Area
  • Lot Size
  • 1.37 Acres
  • Zip
  • 27514
  • Sqr Footage
  • 3,534
  • Year Built
  • 1940
  • Style
  • Traditional
  • MLS#
  • 10158212
Listed By: Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's Int;
Data Source: Triangle MLS (TMLS)

Features

General

Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Gas Pack,Other
Cooling Gas Pack,Other
Roof Asphalt,Shingle
Appliances Dishwasher,Disposal,Gas Cooktop,Microwave,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Wall Oven,Water Heater
Zoning R-1
Patio/Porch Features Deck,Patio
Architectural Style Traditional
Construction Materials Brick,HardiPlank Type,Masonite,Wood Siding
Year Built 1940
Stories Count 2
Levels Three Or More
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
County Orange
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
HOA false
Attached Garage false
Subdivision Name Hillcrest
Garage Y/N false
Total Rooms 19
Full Baths 4
Status Active
Directions From downtown Chapel Hill, take Franklin St. towards Durham, then right on Roosevelt, right on Hillcrest Road, and left on Hillcrest Circle; home will be on the right.
High School Chapel Hill Carrboro - East Chapel Hill High School
City Chapel Hill
Senior Community Y/N false
Lot Size Units Acres
Lot Size Square Feet 59677
Elementary School Chapel Hill Carrboro - Northside Elementary School
Tax Annual Amount 15762.4
Middle/Junior High School Chapel Hill Carrboro - Grey Culbreth Middle School
Virtual Tour https://first-impression-real-estate-photography.seehouseat.com/2378098?idx=1
Structure Type Site Built
Standard Status Active

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Bathtub/Shower Combination,Bookcases,Built-in Features,Crown Molding,Double Vanity,Granite Counters,Pantry,Recessed Lighting,Smooth Ceilings,Wet Bar
Basement Partially Finished
Flooring Carpet,Hardwood,Tile
Total Fireplaces 3
Fireplace Features Family Room,Gas Log,Living Room,Primary Bedroom,Wood Burning
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Fireplace Y/N true
Above Grade Finished Area 3094
Half Baths 1
Laundry Features In Basement,Laundry Closet
Total Bedrooms 4
Below Grade Finished Area 440
Total Baths 5

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Outdoor Grill
Parking Features Driveway
Lot Features Back Yard,Front Yard
Water Source Public
Lot Size Area 1.37
Foundation Details Other
Building Area Total 3534
Lot Size Acres 1.37

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

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$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the DURHAM, NC office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Chapel Hill Carrboro - Northside Elementary School Elementary School
Middle School Chapel Hill Carrboro - Grey Culbreth Middle School Middle School
High School Chapel Hill Carrboro - East Chapel Hill High School High School

Price History

8/19/2026 Listed $3,450,000
9/10/2026 14% - $2,950,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 27514

Price
AVG $1M
$2.95M
Year Built
AVG 1977
1940

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223 Hillcrest Circle Chapel Hill, NC is a Single Family Home for sale at $2950000 with 3534 sqft and a lot size of 1.37 Acres Acre(s). 223 Hillcrest Circle Chapel Hill has 4 bedrooms, 4 baths and was built in 1940. The property's zip code is 27514 which is in Chapel Hill, NC

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