Charming Colonial Retreat Minutes from Downtown Durham and Hillsborough! Welcome to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home nestled in a peaceful, park-like setting just minutes from downtown Hillsborough and Durham, with easy access to I-85 and NC-157. This spacious 2,100+ sq ft residence blends comfort, style, and versatility. Inside, you'll find an inviting layout with updated flooring and tile backsplashes in the kitchen and bathrooms. The cozy keeping room with fireplace flows seamlessly into the heart of the home, while the formal dining and gracious living room provide ideal spaces for entertaining and everyday living. A standout feature is the renovated semi-detached flex room with private entrance through the carport—perfect for a home office, guest suite, studio, or creative workspace. Step outside to enjoy lush landscaping and a generous backyard retreat, ideal for gardening, relaxing, or hosting gatherings beneath mature trees. Additional highlights include ample parking and a newer roof (2023) for added peace of mind. Whether you're seeking a serene retreat or a versatile home for modern living, this exceptional Colonial offers it all. Schedule your private tour today and experience the charm of Hillsborough living!
Sold for $418,000
$418,000
6817 Guess Rd, Hillsborough, NC 27278
3beds
2,154sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1973
0.71 Acres Lot
$417,100 Zestimate®
$194/sqft
$2,233 Estimated rent
Home value
$417,100
$396,000 - $438,000
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Lush landscapingMature treesAmple parkingInviting layoutUpdated flooringGenerous backyard retreatPeaceful park-like setting
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Listed by:
Angela Mechelle Hanks 252-433-7769,
The Real Estate Co. NC | VA
Bought with:
Tom Lambert, 326899
DASH Carolina
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10145330
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Free-Standing Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Features
- Bathtub/Shower Combination, Crown Molding, Dining L, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, In-Law Floorplan, Keeping Room, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Smooth Ceilings, Storage
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,154
- Total interior livable area: 2,154 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,154
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Asphalt, Attached Carport
- Carport spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Fenced Yard, Private Entrance, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Smart Lock(s)
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 0.71 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Native Plants, Sloped Down
Details
- Parcel number: 188725
- Zoning: RR
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Combination
- Roof: Shingle, See Remarks
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1973
- Major remodel year: 1973
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Septic Connected, Water Available
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Suburban
Location
- Region: Hillsborough
- Subdivision: Oak Forest
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/8/2026 | Sold | $418,000+29.4%$194/sqft |
Source:  Doorify MLS #10145330 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2023 | Sold | $323,000-5.3%$150/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #2462731 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2022 | Sold | $341,000+84.3%$158/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/2/2018 | Sold | $185,000+7.2%$86/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #2158866 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2006 | Sold | $172,500+17.3%$80/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/8/2000 | Sold | $147,000+5.4%$68/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/1998 | Sold | $139,500$65/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,839 +16.9% | $396,563 +68.1% |
| 2024 | $2,429 +5.5% | $235,942 |
| 2023 | $2,304 +42.1% | $235,942 +23.4% |
| 2022 | $1,621 | $191,271 |
| 2021 | $1,621 +2.1% | $191,271 |
| 2020 | $1,587 | $191,271 |
| 2019 | $1,587 -9.1% | $191,271 +1.6% |
| 2018 | $1,746 -4.1% | $188,193 |
| 2017 | $1,822 +4% | $188,193 |
| 2016 | $1,751 | $188,193 -0.1% |
| 2015 | $1,751 -4.5% | $188,331 |
| 2014 | $1,833 | $188,331 |
| 2013 | -- | $188,331 |
| 2012 | -- | $188,331 |
| 2011 | $1,593 0% | $188,331 |
| 2010 | $1,593 +4.7% | $188,331 |
| 2009 | $1,522 | $188,331 |
| 2008 | $1,522 +13.1% | $188,331 +23.7% |
| 2007 | $1,346 +0% | $152,266 |
| 2006 | $1,346 | $152,266 |
| 2005 | $1,346 +3.1% | $152,266 |
| 2004 | $1,305 | $152,266 |
| 2003 | -- | $152,266 |
| 2002 | $1,200 | $152,266 |
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Neighborhood: 27278
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Mangum ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 4.8 mi
- 4/10Lucas Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.6 mi
- 2/10Northern HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Durham - Mangum
- Middle: Durham - Carrington
- High: Durham - Northern
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
- Durham County
- Hillsborough
- 27278
- 6817 Guess Rd
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