Longing for an idyllic woodland sanctuary? This modern home with rustic charm is situated on a sprawling five-acre lot. Large decks and patios surround the home and provide space for both intimate and large gatherings.The brick floor and skylights in the rear sunroom will warm your feet as you cozy up with a book. Gaze out over your huge private yard where you and your friends and family can enjoy nature, wildlife, a fire pit, and even lawn games. Indoors the vaulted ceilings in the living room bring a spacious feel, and the wood-burning stove adds visual appeal and plenty of extra warmth if needed. The warmth of wood throughout the home adds to the outdoorsy charm, with a beautiful view from every window! The primary bedroom is downstairs and has its own entrance to a small covered patio. Upstairs are two additional bedrooms and a bathroom. One bedroom has a covered balcony, and the other has a large closet with access to additional attic storage. Either room would make a great home office, and high speed internet is available for those that work from home. Big outdoor projects are no problem, as the large gravel driveway can hold many vehicles, and there is a carport for your use if you desire. The lighted shed is large enough to use as a workshop. Set up your personal homestead with a fenced in garden area and even a chicken coop! Heading out for a meal or shopping? In addition to the stores and restaurants at White Cross and 54, you are centrally located and have choices. This home is under 20 minutes to Chapel Hill and Carrboro, under 20 minutes to Saxapahaw, and under 30 minutes to Pittsboro and Hillsborough. You are less than an hour from Durham, Raleigh, and Greensboro so have many choices for fine dining, museums and performing arts within driving distance. This home is zoned for Orange County Schools. Hot water heater replaced 2021, new well pump 2021, new well pressure tank 2025, new roof 2025, gravel driveway regraded and refreshed 2025, interior paint 2025.
Sold for $500,000 on 11/24/25
$500,000
279 Box Turtle Trl, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
3beds
1,537sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1979
5.13 Acres Lot
$538,200 Zestimate®
$325/sqft
$2,173 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 24, 2025 at 04:15pm
Listed by:
Kelly Alexander 919-414-9307,
Flex Realty
Bought with:
Fahryn Leigh Tripp, 340711
Realty World Carolina Prop
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10125109
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Central, Heat Pump, Wood Stove
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Freezer, Oven, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Closet, Lower Level, Washer Hookup
Features
- Bathtub Only, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Natural Woodwork, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Master Downstairs, Smart Thermostat, Smooth Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Brick, Ceramic Tile, Combination, Hardwood, Plank, Softwood, Tile, Wood
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,537
- Total interior livable area: 1,537 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,537
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Detached Carport, Drive Through, Gravel, Kitchen Level, On Site, Open, Outside
- Carport spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch, Screened, Side Porch, Terrace
- Exterior features: Balcony, Playground, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 5.13 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Level, Partially Cleared, Secluded, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Poultry Coop, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 9737975421
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Modern, Rustic
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Septic Connected
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: None
Location
- Region: Chapel Hill
- Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Gravel
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Estimated market value
$538,200