203 Mel Oaks Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
- $779,000
- 4
- BD
- 3
- BA
- 2,465
- SqFt
Seller Representative NorthGroup Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer Representative
- Sold Price
- $779,000
- List Price
- $779,000
- Closing Date
- Jun 30, 2026
- Status
- CLOSED
- MLS#
- 10166012
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Full-baths
- 2
- Half-baths
- 1
- Living Area
- 2,465
- Lot Size
- 42,689
- Subdivision
- Mel Oak Estates
- Year Built
- 1993
- Acres
- 0.98
Property Description
Nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac in the highly sought-after Mel Oaks neighborhood, this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom home offers the rare combination of Chapel Hill schools, lower Orange County taxes, and a private wooded setting on approximately one acre. With 2,465 square feet, a flexible layout, and an incredible backyard retreat, 203 Mel Oaks delivers the kind of lifestyle that is hard to find in today's market. The backyard truly feels like a private sanctuary -- featuring an in-ground pool with brick patio surround, separate hot tub, gazebo, expansive deck with grilling area, fenced yard, and peaceful views overlooking a large wooded tract behind the property. Whether entertaining friends, enjoying summer afternoons by the pool, or relaxing under the trees, this outdoor space is something special. Additional outdoor features include a screened front porch, climbing wall/play area, and storage shed. Inside, the home offers a warm and functional layout with formal living and dining rooms, a spacious family room with fireplace, and great natural flow for everyday living and entertaining. The bonus room above the garage provides excellent flexibility for a home office, playroom, media room, yoga space, or guest overflow area. The current owners have thoughtfully maintained and updated the property, including: * New roof and gutters (2020) * New HVAC system with zoned heating/cooling (2023) * Complete Marvin window replacement (2025) * New hot tub installation (2024) * Exterior cedar siding professionally stained and trim painted (2024) Additional highlights include a 2-car garage, separate storage shed, hardwood floors through much of the main level, and a family-friendly neighborhood with very little traffic. Located just minutes from Carrboro and Chapel Hill, this home offers the convenience of town with the privacy and tranquility of a tucked-away neighborhood setting. Rarely do homes become available in Mel Oaks -- especially ones with this combination of setting, updates, outdoor living, and school district access.
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Additional Information
- Style
- Traditional
- Foundation
- Pillar/Post/Pier
- Interior Features
- Ceiling Fans, High Speed Internet, Water Closets, Smooth Ceilings
- Exterior Features
- Outdoor Grill, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard
- Elementary School
- Chapel Hill Carrboro - Frank Porter Graham Dual Language Magnet Elementary School
- Middle School
- Chapel Hill Carrboro - Charles and Lucile McDougle Middle School
- High School
- Chapel Hill Carrboro - Chapel Hill High School
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Septic
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Water
- Well
- Basement
- Crawl Space
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile, Hardwood
- Roof
- Architectural
- Heating
- Electric, Fireplace, Forced Air, Heat Pump
- Vegetation
- Partially Wooded
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