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3beds 2.5baths 2,862sq ft 2.42acres

401 Laurel Hill Road · Chapel Hill, NC 27514

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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.

Features & Amenities

Living Area2,862 Sq.Ft.
Bedrooms3
Baths2.5
HeatingCentral, Forced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
FlooringHardwood, Tile
FireplaceLiving Room,Wood Burning
AppliancesBuilt-In Electric Oven, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Ice Maker, Washer
Interior FeaturesBidet, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Speed Internet, Smooth Ceilings, Storage, Walk-In Shower
LaundryIn Basement
Exterior FeaturesGarden, Rain Gutters
StyleColonial, Cottage
Year Built1939
ConstructionBrick
RoofShingle
FoundationBlock, Brick/Mortar, Combination, Crawlspace
ParkingDriveway, Paved
StatusActive
Lot Size2.42 Acres
Lot FeaturesBack Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Gentle Sloping, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Native Plants, Private, Wooded
SubdivisionRocky Ridge
CountyOrange
Property TypeResidential
Property SubTypeSingle Family Residence
Last UpdatedOct 7, 2026
UtilitiesCable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
SewerPublic Sewer
Water SourcePublic
HOANo
ElementaryChapel Hill Carrboro - Glenwood Elementary School Elementary School
MiddleChapel Hill Carrboro - Grey Culbreth Middle School Middle School
HighChapel Hill Carrboro - East Chapel Hill High School High School
Presented By: Local Market Realty, LLC

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