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Sold for $385,000
  • $385,000

    127 Essex Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27514

    3beds
    1,583sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1984
    1,742 Square Feet Lot
    $384,700 Zestimate®
    $243/sqft
    $2,024 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $384,700

    $365,000 - $404,000

    $2,024/mo

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    What's special

    Cozy wood-burning fireplaceVersatile loftCeiling fansGenerous rear deckSoaring vaulted ceilingAmple closet spaceWelcoming family room
    Location, location, location! Ideally situated just steps from Carol Woods and East Chapel Hill High School, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath townhome offers comfort, character, and convenience. The welcoming family room is sure to be the heart of the home, featuring a soaring vaulted ceiling, skylights, an open staircase, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace. The space flows seamlessly into the dining area, making it perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen is conveniently connected through a pass-through window, keeping everyone part of the conversation. Two bright and spacious bedrooms are located on the main level, each offering ample closet space and ceiling fans for added comfort. Upstairs, you'll find a versatile loft that can easily serve as a home office, media room, play area, or study space. A third bedroom and full bath complete the upper level, providing flexibility for guests. Be sure to check out the walk-out unfinished storage area—ideal for all your extra belongings. Outside, the generous rear deck is the perfect spot to relax and enjoy warm summer evenings surrounded by the beauty of Chapel Hill. Just minutes from UNC Campus, UNC Hospitals, shopping, dining, and everything Chapel Hill has to offer, this home presents a wonderful opportunity in an unbeatable location.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Eddie Cash 919-749-1729,

    Howard Hanna Allen Tate Raleigh Glenwood

    Bought with:

    Jennifer Patterson, 238227

    Keller Williams Elite Realty

    Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10175467MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 2
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 152.9 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13.9 x 11.0
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 136.4 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12.4 x 11.0
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 210.04 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 17.8 x 11.8
    Dining room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 81 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 9.0 x 9.0
    Other
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 24.36 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 5.8 x 4.2
    Family room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 214.88 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15.8 x 13.6
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 102.96 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10.4 x 9.9
    Loft
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 171.36 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13.6 x 12.6
    Heating
    • Natural Gas, None
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer/Dryer Stacked
    • Laundry: Laundry Closet, Inside, Main Level, Washer Hookup
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, High Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
    • Flooring: Laminate, Luxury Vinyl
    • Doors: Storm Door(s)
    • Windows: Skylight(s)
    • Basement: Crawl Space
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Family Room, Wood Burning
    • Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls,No One Above,No One Below
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,583
    • Total interior livable area: 1,583 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,583
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Open
    • Uncovered spaces: 2
    Features
    • Levels: One and One Half
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Deck
    • Exterior features: Rain Gutters
    • Fencing: None
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Trees/Woods
    Lot
    • Size: 1,742 Square Feet
    Details
    • Parcel number: 9880668072
    • Zoning: R-4
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Architectural style: Transitional
    • Property subtype: Townhouse
    Materials
    • Brick, Brick Veneer
    • Foundation: Block
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1984

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Suburban
    • Subdivision: Coventry
    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Pest Control
    • HOA fee: $403 monthly
    • HOA name: Resource Property Management LLC
    • HOA phone: 919-240-4045
    Location
    • Region: Chapel Hill

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $243/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $385,100
    • Annual tax amount: $5,231
    • Date on market: 6/20/2026
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
    • Ownership type: Townhouse
    • Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/6/2026Sold$385,000$243/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10175467 Report a problem
    7/10/2026Pending sale$385,000$243/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10175467 Report a problem
    6/20/2026Listed for sale$385,000$243/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10175467 Report a problem
    6/11/2026Listing removed$385,000$243/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10148051 Report a problem
    5/29/2026Price change$385,000-3.7%$243/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10148051 Report a problem
    5/25/2026Price change$399,8000%$253/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10148051 Report a problem
    5/16/2026Price change$399,900-1.3%$253/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10148051 Report a problem
    2/21/2026Listed for sale$405,000+170%$256/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10148051 Report a problem
    6/22/2019Listing removed$1,495$1/sqft
    Source: Louise Beck Properties, Inc. #2250217 Report a problem
    6/21/2019Price change$1,495-6.3%$1/sqft
    Source: Louise Beck Properties, Inc. #2250217 Report a problem
    5/30/2019Price change$1,595-3.3%$1/sqft
    Source: Louise Beck Properties, Inc. #2250217 Report a problem
    4/24/2019Listed for rent$1,650+27.4%$1/sqft
    Source: Louise Beck Properties, Inc. #2250217 Report a problem
    9/1/2017Listing removed$1,295$1/sqft
    Source: Gates Management & Realty #2132563 Report a problem
    9/1/2017Price change$1,295-4.1%$1/sqft
    Source: Gates Management & Realty #2132563 Report a problem
    8/16/2017Price change$1,350-10%$1/sqft
    Source: Gates Management & Realty #2132563 Report a problem
    6/26/2017Price change$1,500-9.1%$1/sqft
    Source: Gates Management & Realty #2132563 Report a problem
    6/6/2017Listed for rent$1,650$1/sqft
    Source: Gates Management & Realty Report a problem
    2/26/2003Sold$150,000$95/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$5,231 +34.8%$385,100 +76.1%
    2024$3,879 +2.5%$218,700
    2023$3,786 +4.4%$218,700
    2022$3,626 +0.4%$218,700
    2021$3,611 +5.9%$218,700 +12.3%
    2020$3,411 $194,800
    2018$3,411 $194,800
    2017-- $194,800 +5%
    2016$3,198 $185,612
    2015$3,198 $185,612
    2014-- $185,612
    2013-- $185,612
    2012-- $185,612
    2011-- $185,612
    2010-- $185,612
    2009-- $185,612 +13.2%
    2008$2,748 +3.8%$164,033
    2007$2,647 +4.2%$164,033
    2006$2,540 $164,033
    2005$2,540 +13.3%$164,033 +21.1%
    2004$2,242 $135,486
    2003-- $135,486
    2002$2,134 +4%$135,486
    2001$2,053 +1.1%$135,486 +15.2%
    2000$2,031 $117,620
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 27514

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Chapel Hill Carrboro - Estes Hills Elementary School
    • Middle: Chapel Hill Carrboro - RD and Euzelle Smith Middle School
    • High: Chapel Hill Carrboro - East Chapel Hill High School

    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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