Have you ever wanted to live in a park? How about a home that not only feels like your own secret garden but actually neighbors Chapel Hill's beloved Ephesus Park. Leave the car behind and embrace an active, connected lifestyle--jog scenic nature trails, meet friends for pickleball or tennis, or make walking the family to and from school a part of your daily commute. This hard-to-find brick ranch offers single-level living with wall-to-wall hardwood floors, set on nearly half an acre. A true gardener's dream, the property features custom fenced garden beds, along with the perfect garden shed to support your outdoor passions. Nestled among the trees, yet still splashed with natural light throughout thanks to multiple skylights. A cozy fireplace anchors the open flow between the spacious dining area and well-equipped kitchen, complete with granite countertops and a center island. Unwind outside to a large rear deck--perfect for entertaining or simply relaxing while overlooking shaded backyard and garden. Home is located in flood plain; please refer to agent documents for additional information.
For sale
$449,000
1540 Ferrell Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
3beds
1,287sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1970
0.44 Acres Lot
$436,500 Zestimate®
$349/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Single-level livingCozy fireplaceWall-to-wall hardwood floorsCustom fenced garden bedsCenter islandGranite countertopsPerfect garden shed
- 20 hours |
- 830 |
- 62 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: 10 hours ago
Listed by:
Greyson Sargent 919-624-9925,
Corcoran DeRonja Real Estate
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10154129
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Free-Standing Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Hall, Laundry Closet
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Master Downstairs, Recessed Lighting, Smooth Ceilings
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Kitchen, Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,287
- Total interior livable area: 1,287 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,287
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Driveway, Gravel
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Garden, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Creek/Stream, Neighborhood, Park/Greenbelt
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream
Lot
- Size: 0.44 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Flood Plains, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Level, Private, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 9799641560
- Zoning: R-2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick Veneer
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1970
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park
- Subdivision: Colony Woods
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Chapel Hill
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $349/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $450,600
- Annual tax amount: $6,094
- Date on market: 3/20/2026
Estimated market value
$436,500
$415,000 - $458,000
$2,315/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $449,000+63.3%$349/sqft |
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| 3/12/2019 | Sold | $275,000+1.9%$214/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 2/25/2019 | Pending sale | $269,900$210/sqft |
Source: Fonville Morisey/Chapel Hill Sales Office #2237802 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2019 | Listed for sale | $269,900+36.3%$210/sqft |
Source: Fonville Morisey/Chapel Hill Sales Office #2237802 Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2014 | Sold | $198,000-1%$154/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2014 | Price change | $200,000-12.7%$155/sqft |
Source: Franklin Street Realty #1974694 Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2014 | Price change | $229,000-4.5%$178/sqft |
Source: My Dog Tess, Inc. #1958712 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2014 | Price change | $239,900-4%$186/sqft |
Source: My Dog Tess, Inc. #1958712 Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2014 | Listed for sale | $249,900$194/sqft |
Source: My Dog Tess, Inc. #1958712 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,095 +23.1% | $450,600 +59.3% |
| 2024 | $4,952 +2.7% | $282,800 |
| 2023 | $4,822 +4.2% | $282,800 |
| 2022 | $4,626 +1.3% | $282,800 |
| 2021 | $4,568 +8.6% | $282,800 +16.3% |
| 2020 | $4,205 | $243,100 |
| 2018 | $4,205 +2.5% | $243,100 |
| 2017 | $4,102 -2.3% | $243,100 -1.8% |
| 2016 | $4,197 | $247,485 |
| 2015 | $4,197 | $247,485 |
| 2014 | -- | $247,485 |
| 2013 | -- | $247,485 |
| 2012 | -- | $247,485 |
| 2011 | -- | $247,485 |
| 2010 | -- | $247,485 |
| 2009 | -- | $247,485 +40.5% |
| 2008 | $2,951 +3.8% | $176,155 |
| 2007 | $2,842 +4.2% | $176,155 |
| 2006 | $2,728 | $176,155 |
| 2005 | $2,728 +5.3% | $176,155 +12.6% |
| 2004 | $2,590 +3.6% | $156,494 |
| 2003 | $2,501 +1.5% | $156,494 |
| 2002 | $2,465 +4.2% | $156,494 |
| 2001 | $2,365 +1.7% | $156,494 +16.3% |
| 2000 | $2,325 | $134,598 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,492/mo
Principal & interest
$2208
Property taxes
$284
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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: 1.8 mi
- 9/10East Chapel Hill High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 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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