CUSTOM SOLAR-POWERED ESTATE on 5.4 acres, walkable to trails. This move-in-ready 4,300-sq-ft luxury home delivers complete energy independence—fully owned solar + dual Tesla Powerwalls (whole-home backup power) save $200-400/month on utilities. AT&T Fiber (1 Gbps) for flawless remote work, Level-2 EV charger in 3-car garage. Over $70K in smart-home infrastructure included. Your private sanctuary: mature wooded acres, serene pond with fountain, expansive deck, glass-walled sunroom flooding spaces with natural light. Just moments to Jordan Lake Educational State Forest for free trails, wildlife, and ranger programs. Perfect for those seeking Chapel Hill living with RTP convenience. 3 spacious bedrooms + massive floored attic (800+ sq ft) easily converts to an office or media room. 3 full baths, granite kitchen with island, spa primary suite with soaking tub, crown molding, tray ceilings throughout. Meticulously maintained 1997 custom build in Big Woods Hills—just under $500/yr HOA fees. 20-30 min to UNC, Duke, RTP, RDU, Apex, Pittsboro; 5-10 min to Jordan Lake boating/beaches. Well test, septic inspection, solar documentation ready for review. Rare combination: acreage + energy freedom + trail access. Schedule your showing to experience this exceptional combination of space, technology, and location.
For sale
Price cut: $24.9K (11/21)
$875,000
125 Windy Ridge Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
3beds
4,300sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1997
5.39 Acres Lot
$854,300 Zestimate®
$203/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Crown moldingExpansive deckGranite kitchen with islandSerene pond with fountain
- 77 days |
- 959 |
- 72 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 25, 2025 at 09:24am
Listed by:
Matthew Dover 503-863-6521,
Redfin Corporation
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10126898
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Upper Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Separate Shower, Soaking Tub, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Den
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,300
- Total interior livable area: 4,300 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,300
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage, Garage Faces Side
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 5.39 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 0069085
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Transitional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Fiber Cement
- Foundation: Permanent
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1997
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Big Woods Hills
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Chapel Hill
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $203/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $535,017
- Annual tax amount: $4,563
- Date on market: 10/10/2025
Estimated market value
$854,300
$812,000 - $897,000
$3,605/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/21/2025 | Price change | $875,000-2.8%$203/sqft |
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| 10/24/2025 | Price change | $899,900-5.2%$209/sqft |
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| 10/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $949,000+34.6%$221/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10126898 Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2025 | Listing removed | $2,995$1/sqft |
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| 9/9/2025 | Price change | $2,995-9.1%$1/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,701 +8.1% | $535,017 |
| 2023 | $4,350 +3.8% | $535,017 |
| 2022 | $4,189 +1.3% | $535,017 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$4,922/mo
Principal & interest
$4171
Property taxes
$445
Home insurance
$306
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 27517
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10North Chatham ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 3 mi
- 4/10Margaret B. Pollard Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.7 mi
- 8/10Northwood HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Chatham - N Chatham
- Middle: Chatham - Margaret B Pollard
- High: Chatham - Seaforth
Source: Doorify MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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