Tucked away on 10 private acres in rural Orange County, this custom-designed and built estate offers a rare blend of luxury, functionality, and serene natural beauty. Graciously positioned at the end of a cul-de-sac with an elegant approach, the home welcomes you with refined finishes, thoughtful design, and an open-concept floor plan ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The main level features two bedrooms, including a stunning primary suite, providing convenience and flexibility. At the heart of the home, the chef's kitchen is equipped with a professional 6-burner BlueStar gas cooktop--renowned as one of the industry's most powerful--offering exceptional performance and versatility for culinary enthusiasts. With 5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths total, this home provides abundant space for family and guests. Upstairs, you'll find three additional bedrooms, a massive flex space perfect for a media room, playroom, or office, along with a heated and cooled storage area. Designed for modern living, the home includes a dedicated gym, an oversized laundry room complete with a tiled dog bath, and a spacious attached 3-car garage. Outdoor living shines with a screened porch and expansive open deck, ideal for enjoying the peaceful surroundings. The property is equally impressive, featuring a large outbuilding with plenty of space for workshop, hobbies, farm & lawn equipment. Accessible RV parking on pad adjacent to detached building. Don't miss the substantial garden enclosed with 8-foot fencing to protect against wildlife. Tree Farm neighborhood allows horses on property. Fiber internet through T-Mobile and the Generac generator ensures peace of mind year-round. All this, just 10 minutes from downtown Hillsborough, 25 minutes to UNC-Chapel Hill, and 35 minutes to RDU Airport--offering the perfect balance of privacy and accessibility.
Sold for $1,440,000
$1,440,000
4041 Sapling Trl, Hillsborough, NC 27278
5beds
4,653sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 2020
10.1 Acres Lot
$1,435,100 Zestimate®
$309/sqft
$5,444 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,435,100
$1.36M - $1.51M
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Dedicated gymRefined finishesScreened porchStunning primary suiteOpen-concept floor planExpansive open deckThoughtful design
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Alma D Gaudette 919-971-7099,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Bought with:
Marco Tremain Stephens, 300834
DASH Carolina
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10160909
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump, Multi Units
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Vented Exhaust Fan, Warming Drawer, Washer/Dryer, Water Heater, Water Softener, Wine Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Bookcases, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Dual Closets, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Separate Shower, Smooth Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower, Water Closet
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Window Coverings
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,653
- Total interior livable area: 4,653 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,653
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Attached, Carport, Detached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Carport spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 5
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Lighting, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
- Fencing: See Remarks
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 10.1 Acres
- Dimensions: 330 x 1062 x 363 x 204 x 149 x 277 x 104 x 277 x 301 x 226
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Partially Cleared, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Second Garage, Workshop
- Parcel number: 9852178267
- Zoning: AR
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse, Transitional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Fiber Cement
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2020
- Major remodel year: 2020
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Tree Farm
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Other
- Services included: None
- HOA fee: $100 annually
- Additional fee info: Second HOA Fee $1000 Annually
Location
- Region: Hillsborough
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $309/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,390,000
- Annual tax amount: $9,845
- Date on market: 4/17/2026
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/26/2026 | Sold | $1,440,000-2.4%$309/sqft |
Source:  Doorify MLS #10160909 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2026 | Pending sale | $1,475,000$317/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10160909 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2026 | Price change | $1,475,000-6.3%$317/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10160909 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,575,000$338/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10160909 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,983 +21.9% | $1,390,000 +63.3% |
| 2024 | $8,188 +5.1% | $851,300 +2.2% |
| 2023 | $7,792 +1.6% | $833,300 +0% |
| 2022 | $7,672 +2.5% | $833,100 |
| 2021 | $7,485 +293.9% | $833,100 +310.4% |
| 2020 | $1,900 | $203,000 +6689.3% |
| 2018 | $1,900 +6816.9% | $2,990 |
| 2017 | $27 +11.6% | $2,990 -98% |
| 2016 | $25 | $149,107 |
| 2015 | $25 | $149,107 |
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Neighborhood: 27278
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Grady Brown ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.8 mi
- 4/10A L Stanback MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.7 mi
- 7/10Cedar Ridge HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Orange - Grady Brown Elementary
- Middle: Orange - A L Stanback Middle
- High: Orange - Cedar Ridge High
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
- Orange County
- Hillsborough
- 27278
- 4041 Sapling Trl
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