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  • Price cut: $4.1K (9/9)
    $274,900

    539 Riddle Ave, Hillsborough, NC 27278

    2beds
    1,010sqft
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    $1,778/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1991
    0.36 Acres Lot
    $267,300 Zestimate®
    $272/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Natural lightChef-inspired kitchenGranite countertopsCustom tile backsplashShaker-style cabinetryStainless steel appliances
    1010 Sqft Single Family Home |2Br 2Bath | $279K | 0.36 Acres | **USDA Loan eligible home!** Stop renting and start building equity! Just minutes from Historic Downtown Hillsborough! this thoughtful and nicely refreshed home offers natural light and a flexible 0.36-acre lot with room to live, relax, entertain, and garden, create your ideal outdoor space. Recent Updates will give you peace of mind. A complete 2021 refresh means many of the home's major systems and features are only about five years old, including the roof, HVAC, water heater, energy-efficient windows, gutters, light fixtures, and stacked washer/dryer. Fresh paint and professional cleaning further enhance the home's clean, move-in-ready appeal. Chef-Inspired Kitchen, this stylish kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring shaker-style cabinetry, granite countertops, custom tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. Bright, functional, and inviting, this kitchen is ready for your next gathering or quiet morning coffee. NO HOA! The spacious 0.36-acre lot gives you something that's hard to find at this price point: space and flexibility. You have the freedom to make the property your own. Create a private garden, build a workshop, add outdoor entertaining areas, establish a play space, or simply enjoy having room to spread out. The expansive covered front porch adds classic Southern charm and creates the perfect spot for patio furniture and relaxing with morning coffee or unwinding after a long day. A large covered carport with attached storage provides convenient protection from the elements, while the additional rear storage shed offers plenty of space for lawn equipment, tools, and outdoor gear. Prime Triangle Location, If location matters to you, this home puts you close to it all, with easy access to the 70, 85, and 40, you can be anywhere in the triangle in minutes, Durham, Chapel Hill, Duke University, UNC, Raleigh, and Greensboro. Enjoy being a hop skip and a jump from the shops, restaurants, breweries, and events of Historic Downtown Hillsborough. Stay home and enjoy Fairview Park just around the corner, offering playgrounds, ball fields, and tennis/pickleball courts for convenient recreation close to home. Fantastic location. Exceptional value. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer ready to stop renting, looking for an affordable Triangle-area home, downsizing, or searching for a property with room to grow, this Hillsborough home checks the boxes. *** USDA Eligible home means there is the potential for NO DOWN PAYMENT** Need Help with financing our In House Lender that can let you know where you stand and what opportunities might be available for you. Chris Moyer 561 632-7316
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    Christopher Moyer 561-632-7316,

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeService

    Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10179411MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bedrooms: 2
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 14514 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 118.0 x 123.0
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 1428 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12.0 x 119.0
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 952 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 119.0 x 8.0
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 8855 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 115.0 x 77.0
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 213580 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 118.0 x 1810.0
      Heating
      • None
      Cooling
      • Gas, Humidity Control, Heat Pump
      Appliances
      • Included: Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Oven, Washer/Dryer, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater
      • Laundry: Laundry Closet
      Features
      • Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Shower Only
      • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Simulated Wood
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,010
      • Total interior livable area: 1,010 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,010
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Attached Carport, Covered, Paved
      • Carport spaces: 1
      • Details: Driveway
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch
      • Exterior features: Rain Gutters
      Lot
      • Size: 0.36 Acres
      • Dimensions: 98'*159'*99'*164'
      • Features: Back Yard, Gentle Sloping, Rectangular Lot
      Details
      • Additional structures: Shed(s)
      • Parcel number: 9865638161
      • Zoning: R10
      • Special conditions: Standard
      • Other equipment: Dehumidifier

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Brick
      • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
      • Roof: Architectural Shingle
      Condition
      • Updated/Remodeled
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1991

      Utilities & green energy

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

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Park, Playground, Tennis Court(s)
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Hillsborough

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $272/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $290,800
      • Annual tax amount: $3,578
      • Date on market: 7/10/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Asphalt

        Estimated market value

        $267,300

        $254,000 - $281,000

        $1,420/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/9/2026Price change$274,900-1.5%$272/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #10179411 Report a problem
        8/7/2026Price change$279,000-1.8%$276/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #10179411 Report a problem
        7/15/2026Price change$284,000-3.4%$281/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #10179411 Report a problem
        7/10/2026Listed for sale$294,000+13.1%$291/sqft
        Source: Doorify MLS #10179411 Report a problem
        8/27/2021Sold$260,000+126.1%$257/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        5/5/2021Sold$115,000+53.3%
        Source: Triad MLS #1015876 Report a problem
        3/19/2021Pending sale$75,000$74/sqft
        Source: BURMLS #116722 Report a problem
        3/17/2021Listed for sale$75,000$74/sqft
        Source: BURMLS #116722 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,821 +98.4%$310,800 +169.1%
        2024$1,926 +3.5%$115,500
        2023$1,860 +1.3%$115,500 +1.2%
        2022$1,835 +7.5%$114,100 +7.6%
        2021$1,707 +7.7%$106,000 +15.3%
        2020$1,584 $91,900
        2018$1,584 +1.7%$91,900
        2017$1,558 -1.1%$91,900 +2.7%
        2016$1,576 $89,489
        2015$1,576 +7.9%$89,489
        2014$1,461 $89,489
        2013-- $89,489
        2012-- $89,489 -15%
        2011-- $105,282
        2010-- $105,282
        2009-- $105,282 +10.7%
        2008$1,507 +4.1%$95,073
        2007$1,448 +8.1%$95,073
        2006$1,340 $95,073
        2005$1,340 +3.5%$95,073 +10.1%
        2004$1,295 +2.4%$86,324
        2003$1,265 +0.9%$86,324
        2002$1,254 +3.4%$86,324
        2001$1,213 +3.6%$86,324 +14.2%
        2000$1,171 $75,599
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 27278

        Getting around

        13 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        31 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Orange - River Park Elementary
        • Middle: Orange - Orange Middle
        • High: Orange - Orange 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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