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$270,000 Est. $1,860/mo — Get pre-qualified
2beds 1.5baths 1,010sq ft 0.36acres

539 Riddle Avenue · Hillsborough, NC 27278

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1010 Sqft Single Family Home |2Br 2Bath | $279K | 0.36 Acres | **USDA Loan eligible home!** Stop renting and start building equity! Just minutes from Historic Downtown Hillsborough! this thoughtful and nicely refreshed home offers natural light and a flexible 0.36-acre lot with room to live, relax, entertain, and garden, create your ideal outdoor space. Recent Updates will give you peace of mind. A complete 2021 refresh means many of the home's major systems and features are only about five years old, including the roof, HVAC, water heater, energy-efficient windows, gutters, light fixtures, and stacked washer/dryer. Fresh paint and professional cleaning further enhance the home's clean, move-in-ready appeal. Chef-Inspired Kitchen, this stylish kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring shaker-style cabinetry, granite countertops, custom tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. Bright, functional, and inviting, this kitchen is ready for your next gathering or quiet morning coffee. NO HOA! The spacious 0.36-acre lot gives you something that's hard to find at this price point: space and flexibility. You have the freedom to make the property your own. Create a private garden, build a workshop, add outdoor entertaining areas, establish a play space, or simply enjoy having room to spread out. The expansive covered front porch adds classic Southern charm and creates the perfect spot for patio furniture and relaxing with morning coffee or unwinding after a long day. A large covered carport with attached storage provides convenient protection from the elements, while the additional rear storage shed offers plenty of space for lawn equipment, tools, and outdoor gear. Prime Triangle Location, If location matters to you, this home puts you close to it all, with easy access to the 70, 85, and 40, you can be anywhere in the triangle in minutes, Durham, Chapel Hill, Duke University, UNC, Raleigh, and Greensboro. Enjoy being a hop skip and a jump from the shops, restaurants, breweries, and events of Historic Downtown Hillsborough. Stay home and enjoy Fairview Park just around the corner, offering playgrounds, ball fields, and tennis/pickleball courts for convenient recreation close to home. Fantastic location. Exceptional value. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer ready to stop renting, looking for an affordable Triangle-area home, downsizing, or searching for a property with room to grow, this Hillsborough home checks the boxes. *** USDA Eligible home means there is the potential for NO DOWN PAYMENT** Need Help with financing our In House Lender that can let you know where you stand and what opportunities might be available for you. Chris Moyer 561 632-7316

Features & Amenities

Living Area1,010 Sq.Ft.
Bedrooms2
Baths1.5
CoolingGas, Heat Pump, Humidity Control
FlooringCarpet, Laminate, Simulated Wood
FireplaceNo
AppliancesFree-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Oven, Washer/Dryer, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater
Interior FeaturesGranite Counters, Open Floorplan, Shower Only
LaundryLaundry Closet
Exterior FeaturesRain Gutters
StyleRanch
Year Built1991
ConstructionBrick
RoofArchitectural Shingle
FoundationBrick/Mortar
ParkingAttached Carport, Covered, Paved
StatusPending
Lot Size0.36 Acres
Lot FeaturesBack Yard, Gentle Sloping, Rectangular Lot
SubdivisionNorthern Heights
CountyOrange
Property TypeResidential
Property SubTypeSingle Family Residence
Last UpdatedOct 6, 2026
UtilitiesNatural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
SewerPublic Sewer
Water SourcePublic
HOANo
Community FeaturesPark, Playground, Tennis Court(s)
ElementaryOrange - River Park Elementary Elementary School
MiddleOrange - Orange Middle Middle School
HighOrange - Orange High High School
Presented By: Berkshire Hathaway HomeService; Tracey.Goetz@bhhsysu.com

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Pricing History

DateEventPriceChange
Oct 6, 2026 Price Reduced $274,900 → $270,000 ▾ $4,900 (1.8%)
Aug 19, 2026 Price Change $279,000 —

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