This remarkable Chapel Hill home has been lovingly maintained, showcasing stunning updates while preserving the unique charm and character of its 1960s origins. Every detail has been thoughtfully attended to, offering delightful surprises throughout. Upon arrival, guests are greeted by a covered porch and inviting entry foyer. The living room provides an ideal setting for both relaxing and entertaining featuring beautiful wood floors, stylish designer blinds and modern lighting that enhances its welcoming ambiance. The dining area, adorned with elegant wood accents, seamlessly connects to both the kitchen and sunroom. The kitchen has been fully reimagined with modern touches, including quartz countertops, tile backsplash that extends to the ceiling, custom cabinetry, open shelving, designer lighting and wood flooring. The sunroom is bathed in natural light, offers a perfect space for reading, playing and secondary living area. Adjacent to the sunroom is a deck, ideal for cookouts and easy access to the backyard. Spacious primary bedroom features wood floors, walk-in closet, and private bathroom with tiled floors and walls, plus walk-in shower. Secondary bedrooms are equally inviting, with wood floors and designer blinds. Just steps away is the hall bath with tiled floors and walls, ample counter space, combination tub and shower, designer blinds and linen closet. Extended driveway provides plenty of parking. The garage is designed with a workbench and storage room, accessible through overhead and side doors, making it both functional and versatile. Large lot and private backyard provide a private oases. Enjoy nearby walking trails, Ephesus Park with ball field, tennis and pickleball courts, plus Burlington Park featuring a playground and play equipment; all within walking distance. Convenient to Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, local shops and restaurants ensure daily errands and outings are effortless. UNC is just a short drive away. Easy access to Durham, Research Triangle Park/RTP, RDU and Raleigh with I-40 and I-885.
For sale
$485,000
600 Tinkerbell Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
3beds
1,522sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1965
0.41 Acres Lot
$470,600 Zestimate®
$319/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Designer lightingBeautiful wood floorsWalk-in showerOpen shelvingInviting entry foyerStylish designer blindsQuartz countertops
- 10 days |
- 2,300 |
- 140 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: 16 hours ago
Listed by:
Merry Ann Cutler 919-661-9271,
RE/MAX United,
Cindy Leonard 919-469-6505,
RE/MAX United
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10155708
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Bathtub/Shower Combination, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen/Dining Room Combination, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Blinds, Double Pane Windows
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,522
- Total interior livable area: 1,522 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,522
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 0.41 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 9799644129
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick Veneer, Wood Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1965
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Playground, Tennis Court(s)
- Subdivision: Colony Woods
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Chapel Hill
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $319/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $471,800
- Annual tax amount: $6,068
- Date on market: 3/27/2026
Estimated market value
$470,600
$447,000 - $494,000
$2,450/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $485,000+102.9%$319/sqft |
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| 8/22/2016 | Sold | $239,000+0.8%$157/sqft |
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| 6/24/2016 | Listed for sale | $237,000$156/sqft |
Source: The Amy Pomerantz Group - KW Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,367 +24.3% | $471,800 +61% |
| 2024 | $5,121 +2.7% | $293,000 |
| 2023 | $4,985 +4.2% | -- |
| 2022 | $4,783 +1.3% | $293,000 |
| 2021 | $4,723 +3.8% | $293,000 +10.8% |
| 2020 | $4,549 | $264,400 +3.7% |
| 2018 | $4,549 +6% | $255,000 |
| 2017 | $4,290 +5.5% | $255,000 +6.5% |
| 2016 | $4,066 | $239,347 |
| 2015 | $4,066 +1.1% | $239,347 |
| 2014 | $4,020 | $239,347 |
| 2013 | -- | $239,347 |
| 2012 | -- | $239,347 |
| 2011 | -- | $239,347 |
| 2010 | -- | $239,347 |
| 2009 | -- | $239,347 +34.2% |
| 2008 | $2,988 +3.8% | $178,314 |
| 2007 | $2,877 +4.2% | $178,314 |
| 2006 | $2,761 | $178,314 |
| 2005 | $2,761 +9.7% | $178,314 +17.2% |
| 2004 | $2,517 | $152,111 |
| 2003 | -- | $152,111 |
| 2002 | $2,396 +4.2% | $152,111 |
| 2001 | $2,298 -2.8% | $152,111 +11.1% |
| 2000 | $2,364 | $136,857 |
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Est. payment
$2,677/mo
Principal & interest
$2370
Property taxes
$307
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Colony Woods
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Ephesus Road Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Guy Phillips Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 9/10East Chapel Hill High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: CH/Carrboro - Ephesus
- Middle: CH/Carrboro - Guy Phillips
- High: CH/Carrboro - East Chapel Hill
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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