Incredibly unique, panoramic and serene property with over 18 acres. This historic property was built in 1878 and was the original, working Morrow Mill grist mill, which the road is named after. Two majestic, mature, magnolia trees flank the property as you pull in the private drive. There are three unique structures on the 19+acres. One is the Main house. One is the guest house and one is what is called the ''barn''. The main house is over 3200 sq. ft. with four bedrooms with an updated kitchen with new cabinets, a subzero refrigerator, new dishwasher, induction cooktop and oven. Soapstone countertops and wonderful pendants round out the updated feel while blending in with the historic character. Both front porch and screened in porch have cedar flooring that was milled from cedar trees that grew on the property. The foundation of the property has been completely redone with the stones from the original mill property used for the walls of the terraces in the yard. Lots of flat outdoor space next to Cane Creek for entertaining. Original beams and floor joists provide historical provenance and character with the date of 1878 carved into one of the beams. Amazingly, One of the original millstones is set above the living room fireplace! Roof is from 2023. New HVAC from 2025. Main ductwork redone in 2023. Second floor shower remodeled in 2023. Two Huge solar ground mount arrays were installed up above the property(2024) with Tesla battery packs installed in both the main house(2025) and guest house(2024). Generac generators have been installed for both the main house and guest house. One is certainly prepared if power goes out to this property not to mention the savings on your electrical bill. Tankless hot water heaters accompany both houses as well. Speaking of the guest house, a lovely heated pool was built in 2017 with accompanying stone pool deck. There is a wonderful view of the property as you're relaxing on the pool deck. Updated countertops and sink for the main kitchen in the guest house were redone. There is also a sink and refrigerator off of the pool area for guests. A cute little room next to it houses a separate washroom and place to use the bathroom so guests don't have to come into the main part of the guest house. A private outdoor shower has been installed for guest convenience as well. The guest house has two mini splits. One from 2023 and one from 2026. The roof on the guest house is from 2023. The ''barn'' is the last structure on the property but certainly not the least depending on your amount of imagination. With over 4000 sq. ft. of heated and cooled, electrically connected and plumbed area to do with what you will, this space could be just about anything. The mini splits were put in in 2018 and it got a new roof in 2023. The third story has beautiful wood flooring and was used as an artist studio at one point in the life of this structure and the second story was used as a music studio on one side and a private gym on the other. Off to the side of the driveway as you pull up to the property is a fenced in garden area with a greenhouse. The owner is offering a deed right of first refusal for the property at 3121 Morning Ridge, which sits out of view above the mill on 10.01 acres. When my client bought this property, it had multiple offers and is an incredibly desirable property. No love letters or escalation clauses please.
For sale
$1,599,900
7923 Morrow Mill Rd, Hillsborough, NC 27516
4beds
3,280sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1878
19.3 Acres Lot
$1,531,400 Zestimate®
$488/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Stone pool deckPrivate driveSubzero refrigeratorWonderful pendantsInduction cooktop and ovenNew dishwasherSoapstone countertops
- 66 days |
- 791 |
- 59 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Joshua Smith 919-883-6076,
Coldwell Banker - HPW
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10162527
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Warming Drawer
Features
- Bathtub Only, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Pantry, Separate Shower
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Parquet, Simulated Wood
- Doors: French Doors
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,280
- Total interior livable area: 3,280 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,280
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Smart Technology, Standby Generator
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Basketball Court, Courtyard, Garden, Private Yard, Storage
- Pool features: Heated, In Ground
- Has view: Yes
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Creek
- Body of water: Cane Creek
Lot
- Size: 19.3 Acres
- Features: Agricultural, Front Yard, Garden, Hardwood Trees, Partially Cleared, Private
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Guest House, Pool House, Storage, Workshop
- Parcel number: 9729334052
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Batts Insulation, Cedar, Stone, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block, Stone
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1878
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Appliances, HVAC, Thermostat, Water Heater
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Hillsborough
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $488/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,162,127
- Annual tax amount: $7,195
- Date on market: 4/24/2026
Estimated market value
$1,531,400
$1.45M - $1.61M
$3,856/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,599,900+171.6%$488/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 6/10/2014 | Sold | $589,000-40.5%$180/sqft |
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| 8/31/2013 | Listing removed | $990,000$302/sqft |
Source: Weaver Street Realty #1879118 Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/2013 | Listed for sale | $990,000$302/sqft |
Source: Weaver Street Realty #1879118 Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2011 | Listing removed | $990,000$302/sqft |
Source: Weaver Street Realty #1780572 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2011 | Listed for sale | $990,000+54.7%$302/sqft |
Source: Weaver Street Realty #1780572 Report a problem | ||
| 11/15/1999 | Sold | $640,000$195/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,196 -19.3% | $871,332 +2.6% |
| 2024 | $8,921 +21.1% | $849,575 +19.2% |
| 2023 | $7,365 +23.9% | $712,675 +23.3% |
| 2022 | $5,945 -23.4% | $578,175 -25.8% |
| 2021 | $7,764 -15.9% | $778,875 -12.3% |
| 2020 | $9,232 | $888,100 |
| 2018 | $9,232 | $888,100 +0.3% |
| 2017 | -- | $885,100 +15.7% |
| 2016 | $7,882 | $765,300 |
| 2015 | $7,882 +2.4% | $765,300 +1.7% |
| 2014 | $7,695 | $752,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $752,400 |
| 2012 | -- | $752,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $752,400 |
| 2010 | -- | $752,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $752,400 +21.3% |
| 2008 | $6,203 +5.8% | $620,275 |
| 2007 | $5,862 +6.8% | $620,275 |
| 2006 | $5,489 | $620,275 |
| 2005 | $5,489 +104.3% | $620,275 +114.2% |
| 2004 | $2,688 +4.4% | $289,610 +0.5% |
| 2003 | $2,573 +1.7% | $288,177 |
| 2002 | $2,530 +2.9% | $288,177 |
| 2001 | $2,458 +87.6% | $288,177 +117.1% |
| 2000 | $1,310 | $132,762 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 27516
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Grady Brown ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 11.3 mi
- 4/10A L Stanback MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 12.1 mi
- 7/10Cedar Ridge HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 11.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Orange - Grady Brown
- Middle: Orange - A L Stanback
- High: Orange - Cedar Ridge
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- North Carolina
- Orange County
- Chapel Hill
- 27516
- 7923 Morrow Mill Rd




