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    • $1,475,000

    53516 Bickett, Chapel Hill, NC 27517

    5beds
    5,214sqft
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    $8,789/mo
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    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 2000
    1.28 Acres Lot
    $1,421,700 Zestimate®
    $283/sqft
    $330/mo HOA

    What's special

    Fan light kitsEnjoy the viewImproved irrigationNew garage door motorHigh-end updatesImproved primary bathCrystal chandelier
    Luxurious estate on a private 1.28-acre lot w/PRIVACY and Natural beauty, landscaped by Mother Nature!Relax. Enjoy the VIEW! In Governors Club, w/27-hole, Jack Nicklaus golf course, this custom brick estate balances timeless architecture w/high-end updates. Versatile floor plan focuses on MAIN LEVEL LIVING: A soaring Living Room (filled w/sunlight!) opens to the reimagined kitchen, w/Thermador, Monogram/Bosch appliances. (See the ''special side door'' that makes bringing in the groceries from the car so easy). The Executive Office (or Den) is your private place! The Primary BR impresses with tray ceilings and spa-like comfort. Versatile floor plan treats family like guests with 3 BRs on 2nd level. Finished daylight Lower Level provides versatile space w/Family Room (Hobbie Rm or 5th BR ). Plus, Full Bath,Fitness, and 3-car garage. Step outside:The stone terrace w/European fountain your private sanctuary. ''Healthy home'' enhancements include MERV-16 air filtration, WH water system, advanced insulation/ductwork, and encapsulated crawlspace. Add'l updates: improved Primary Bath, fan light kits, electrical. Plus, removal of interior columns, new exterior railings, a crystal chandelier, Ring doorbell, new garage door motor, improved irrigation, HVAC (2nd Level)and furnace, refreshed landscaping and back porch, and a new integrated alarm/fire/smoke system. Close to UNC, Duke, RTP, and RDU Airport.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Jill Ehrenfeld 919-260-6968,

    Governors Club Realty,

    Carter Massengill 919-413-0121,

    Bold Real Estate

    Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10138783MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 5
      • Full bathrooms: 4
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal
      • Laundry: Main Level, Sink
      Features
      • Bookcases, Chandelier, Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Flooring: Hardwood
      • Windows: Double Pane Windows
      • Basement: Daylight, Finished, Walk-Out Access
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Living Room
      • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 5,214
      • Total interior livable area: 5,214 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 4,373
      • Finished area below ground: 841
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 3
      • Parking features: Garage - Attached
      • Attached garage spaces: 3
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: Accessible Approach with Ramp
      Features
      • Levels: Three Or More
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
      • Exterior features: Private Yard
      • Pool features: None
      • Spa features: None
      • Fencing: None
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Trees/Woods
      Lot
      • Size: 1.28 Acres
      • Features: Back Yard, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Private
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0065556
      • Zoning: res
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Traditional, Transitional
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
      Materials
      • Brick, Cedar
      • Foundation: Block
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 2000

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Curbs, Gated, Sidewalks, Street Lights
      • Subdivision: Governors Club
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Amenities included: Dog Park, Gated
      • Services included: Road Maintenance, Storm Water Maintenance
      • HOA fee: $3,957 annually
      Location
      • Region: Chapel Hill

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $283/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $1,365,669
      • Annual tax amount: $9,744
      • Date on market: 1/1/2026
      • Road surface type: Concrete

        Estimated market value

        $1,421,700

        $1.35M - $1.49M

        $7,040/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        4/22/2026Price change$1,475,000-4.8%$283/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #10138783 Report a problem
        1/1/2026Listed for sale$1,550,000-6.1%$297/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #10138783 Report a problem
        9/22/2025Listing removed$1,650,000$316/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #10118388 Report a problem
        9/12/2025Price change$1,650,000-2.3%$316/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #10118388 Report a problem
        8/28/2025Listed for sale$1,688,000+18.5%$324/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #10118388 Report a problem
        12/1/2023Sold$1,425,000+35.7%$273/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        3/11/2021Sold$1,050,000-8.7%$201/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #2367602 Report a problem
        3/27/2020Listing removed$1,150,000$221/sqft
        Source: Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's International Realty #2295738 Report a problem
        1/10/2020Listed for sale$1,150,000+46%$221/sqft
        Source: Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's International Realty #2295738 Report a problem
        1/11/2017Sold$787,900-12.4%$151/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #2052084 Report a problem
        11/10/2016Price change$899,000-8.2%$172/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston #2052084 Report a problem
        3/2/2016Listed for sale$979,000$188/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston #2052084 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$9,744 +65.4%$1,365,669 +102.4%
        2024$5,891 +7.4%$674,587
        2023$5,484 +3.8%$674,587
        2022$5,282 +1.3%$674,587
        2021$5,215 -13%$674,587 -12.4%
        2020$5,993 +5.7%$770,314
        2019$5,670 -0.9%$770,314
        2017$5,723 $770,314 -9%
        2016$5,723 -9.6%$846,499
        2015$6,328 +3.7%$846,499
        2014$6,100 $846,499
        2013$6,100 $846,499
        2012-- $846,499
        2011-- $846,499
        2010-- $846,499
        2009-- $846,499 -4.7%
        2008-- $888,585
        2007$6,277 +7.5%$888,585
        2005$5,838 $888,585
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Governors Club

        Getting around

        7 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        0 / 100
        No Nearby Transit
        1 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        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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