Tucked among mature trees with a peaceful creek running behind the property, this rustic retreat offers privacy, charm, and endless potential. Featuring Western White Pine siding and passive solar design, this unique home blends natural surroundings with simple, efficient living. Enjoy the inviting brick patio, plenty of parking, and a tranquil setting that feels worlds away from the hustle and bustle. The property includes an attached shed with cold water and washer/dryer hookups, plus additional storage and workspace options. Real stucco concrete walls and floors provide durability, while a mini-split system, and ceiling fans offer year-round comfort. Being sold as-is, this property presents a rare opportunity for someone looking to personalize a one-of-a-kind home or weekend getaway in a beautiful natural setting. Seller Financing Available! NOTE: The 2nd floor ceiling height is below what appraisers typically require in order for the sf to be included in living square footage.
Pending
$289,900
179 Hickory Pond Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
1beds
517sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1980
1.5 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$561/sqft
$50/mo HOA
What's special
Inviting brick patioWestern white pine sidingMini-split systemPlenty of parkingPassive solar designTucked among mature trees
- 19 days |
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Armand Lenchek 919-624-3692,
EXP Realty LLC,
Kay Thompson 919-802-2181,
EXP Realty LLC
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10173297
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Heat Pump, Passive Solar, None, See Remarks
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Free-Standing Electric Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Oven, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Water Heater
- Laundry: Outside
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen/Dining Room Combination, Laminate Counters, Living/Dining Room Combination, Natural Woodwork, Shower Only
- Flooring: Concrete, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 517
- Total interior livable area: 517 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 517
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Gravel, Off Street, Open
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Storage
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood, Rural, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 1.5 Acres
- Features: Many Trees, Sloped, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 0089758
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Concrete, Lap Siding, See Remarks
- Foundation: Concrete, Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1980
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Shared Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Septic Connected, Water Connected, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Hickory Pond
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: None
- Services included: Road Maintenance
- HOA fee: $600 annually
Location
- Region: Chapel Hill
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $561/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $148,637
- Annual tax amount: $1,043
- Date on market: 6/11/2026
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/25/2026 | Pending sale | $289,900$561/sqft |
Source:  Doorify MLS #10173297 Report a problem | ||
| 6/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $289,900$561/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10173297 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,200 +12.6% | $148,637 +36.5% |
| 2024 | $1,066 +20.4% | $108,918 |
| 2023 | $886 +3.8% | $108,918 |
| 2022 | $853 +1.3% | $108,918 |
| 2021 | $842 +13.2% | $108,918 +13.9% |
| 2020 | $744 +5.7% | $95,640 |
| 2019 | $704 -14.6% | $95,640 |
| 2017 | $824 | $95,640 +17.4% |
| 2016 | $824 +13.6% | $81,498 |
| 2015 | $725 +3.1% | $81,498 |
| 2014 | $704 | $81,498 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 27517
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10North Chatham ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.7 mi
- 6/10Margaret B. Pollard Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.6 mi
- 6/10Seaforth HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Chatham - North Chatham Elementary
- Middle: Chatham - Margaret B Pollard Middle School
- High: Chatham - Seaforth 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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- North Carolina
- Chatham County
- Chapel Hill
- 27517
- 179 Hickory Pond Rd
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