Tucked in the woods on approx 4 ACRES, come DISCOVER the RARE & UNIQUE blend of your new stone-accented CONTEMPORARY RETREAT *An extraordinary home that welcomes all & was designed w/ an acute awareness of its relationship to the environment & surrounding elements! *Nestled among a multitude of exquisite trees and greenery with a path to a winding creek at the rear of the property - listen to the gentle melodies of flowing water by your own peaceful sanctuary *Mostly 1-LEVEL, this home is a showcase for convenient, relaxed living, all while enjoying nature & nourishing family or friends *Drive down the meandering tree lined driveway to arrive at your private oasis, just 10 minutes from downtown Chapel Hill/Carrboro *Spacious inside & out with WALLS of WINDOWS allowing ample natural light, while creating panoramic views of Mother Nature's best! *Artfully designed with a soothing flow of sweeping curves and fluid lines *The former indoor swimming pool has been thoughtfully reimagined into a spacious, flexible area perfect for a solarium / studio / art / dance / yoga / office or recreation room - basically it can be a flex space for you to create what is best for you! *With existing infrastructure still in place, it can even be returned to an indoor swimming pool OR beneath the floor lies a hidden stairway leading to what could be a one-of-a-kind wine cellar in what once was the deep end :) *Any dancers or ballet in the house? Another versatile room offers an inspiring space for growing minds and moving feet *Music and/or movie fanatics? Enjoy this dedicated and thoughtfully crafted space acoustically designed to enhance sound quality where performance and relaxation meet in style *A creatively designed bonus room with private balcony above the garage awaits *Separate ''kiln'' house for all your arts & crafts can also make for a great workshop or other hobbies + another storage type house could be updated into a cool kids play house or additional storage *Whole-house generator *County taxes + Chapel Hill Schools *A truly exceptional home with room to live, create & thrive!
Sold for $1,100,000
$1,100,000
708 October Woods Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
3beds
6,360sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1985
3.9 Acres Lot
$1,099,500 Zestimate®
$173/sqft
$5,229 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,099,500
$1.04M - $1.15M
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Stone-accented contemporary retreat
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Listed by:
Chad Lloyd 919-606-8511,
Long & Foster Real Estate INC
Bought with:
Charlotte Deal, 305744
Fathom Realty NC
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10142217
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Propane, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Multi Units, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Lower Level
Features
- Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Double Vanity, Dual Closets, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, In-Law Floorplan, Pantry, Master Downstairs, Recessed Lighting, Separate Shower, Smooth Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Storage, Track Lighting, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Block, Concrete, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Heated, Interior Entry, Partially Finished, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access, Workshop
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,360
- Total interior livable area: 6,360 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,708
- Finished area below ground: 652
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Attached, Concrete, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Gravel, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Approach with Ramp, Accessible Bedroom, Accessible Entrance, Aging In Place, Level Flooring, Standby Generator
Features
- Levels: One, One and One Half, Tri-Level
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Terrace
- Exterior features: Courtyard, Garden, Lighting, Private Yard, Rain Barrel/Cistern(s), Rain Gutters, Smart Camera(s)/Recording, Storage, Other
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Indoor, Private, Other, See Remarks
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Creek/Stream, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream
Lot
- Size: 3.90 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Gentle Sloping, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Many Trees, Native Plants, Partially Cleared, Private, Secluded, Views, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s), Storage, Workshop
- Parcel number: 9767926016
- Zoning: RB
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary, Ranch, Transitional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Block, Concrete, Stone, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete, Block, Combination, Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1985
- Major remodel year: 2008
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Septic Connected, Water Connected, Propane
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Chapel Hill
- Subdivision: October Woods
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/3/2026 | Sold | $1,100,000-8.3%$173/sqft |
Source:  Doorify MLS #10142217 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2026 | Contingent | $1,200,000$189/sqft |
Source:  Long & Foster Broker Feed #10142217 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2026 | Pending sale | $1,200,000$189/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10142217 Report a problem | ||
| 2/21/2026 | Price change | $1,200,000-11.1%$189/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10142217 Report a problem | ||
| 1/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000-1.8%$212/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10142217 Report a problem | ||
| 11/30/2025 | Listing removed | $1,375,000$216/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster Broker Feed #10101335 Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2025 | Price change | $1,375,000-6.8%$216/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10101335 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2025 | Price change | $1,475,000-6.3%$232/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10101335 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,575,000$248/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10101335 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,135 -2.7% | $806,200 +29.1% |
| 2024 | $7,333 +2.4% | $624,700 |
| 2023 | $7,165 +1.7% | $624,700 |
| 2022 | $7,046 +1.1% | $624,700 |
| 2021 | $6,967 -6.8% | $624,700 -0.6% |
| 2020 | $7,475 | $628,600 |
| 2018 | $7,475 | $628,600 |
| 2017 | -- | $628,600 -3.1% |
| 2016 | $7,806 | $648,951 |
| 2015 | $7,806 | $648,951 |
| 2014 | -- | $648,951 |
| 2013 | -- | $648,951 |
| 2012 | -- | $648,951 |
| 2011 | -- | $648,951 |
| 2010 | -- | $648,951 |
| 2009 | -- | $648,951 +25.8% |
| 2008 | $6,440 +5.5% | $515,832 |
| 2007 | $6,105 | $515,832 |
| 2006 | -- | $515,832 |
| 2005 | -- | $515,832 +9.3% |
| 2004 | $5,532 +3.1% | $472,053 |
| 2003 | $5,367 +2.7% | $472,053 |
| 2002 | $5,226 +2% | $472,053 |
| 2001 | $5,124 +2.8% | $472,053 +17.3% |
| 2000 | $4,986 | $402,387 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 27516
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Northside Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.9 mi
- 6/10Grey Culbreth Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- 6/10Carrboro High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Chapel Hill Carrboro - Northside Elementary School
- Middle: Chapel Hill Carrboro - Grey Culbreth Middle School
- High: Chapel Hill Carrboro - Carrboro 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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- 708 October Woods Rd
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