Discover the perfect opportunity to build your dream home on this serene 2-acre plot nestled in Orange County. Situated conveniently off Hawkins Rd, this property benefits from the imminent installation of fiber lines. Embrace the peaceful surroundings and envision your ideal lifestyle amidst the tranquil landscape, where the possibilities are as vast as the land itself. Whether you're looking to construct a custom residence or explore potential agricultural pursuits, this parcel is primed for your creative vision. Enjoy the best of both worlds with a rural setting that's just a short 15-minute drive from the vibrant dining and shopping scene of Downtown Hillsborough. Property is being sold as-is!
Vacant landProperty Type
1.85 acresLot Size
$0Price/Acres
Listed by Spencer Walker• DASH Carolina
Bought with Jana Murdock-Doherty Murdock Doherty• Coldwell Banker HPW
Unfortunately, we don't have enough data to generate an accurate Estimate at this time.
Market trends in 27231, NC
Last updated September 2026
Sale-to-list price
95.7%
6.4% MoM
Median sale price
$450K
$10K MoM
Avg. days on market
90d
21 days MoM
Recently sold homes
1
1 MoM
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Sale history for 721 Hawkins Rd
Date
Event
Price
TMLS #10042840
Aug 22, 2024
Sold
$82,000
Aug 3, 2024
Pending
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Jul 23, 2024
Listed
$90,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$691 (+94.5%)
$94,600 + $1,200
$95,800
2024
$355 (+2.7%)
$34,800 + $1,500
$36,300
2023
$346 (+2.0%)
$34,800 + $1,500
$36,300
2022
$339 (+1.7%)
$34,800 + $1,500
$36,300
2021
$333 (−3.2%)
$34,800 + $1,500
$36,300
2020
$344
$34,800 + $1,500
$36,300
2019
$344 (−0.7%)
$34,800 + $1,500
$36,300
2018
$347 (+1.4%)
$34,800 + $1,500
$36,300
2017
$342 (−2.5%)
$34,800 + $1,500
$36,300
2016
$351
$34,800 + $1,500
$36,300
2015
$351
$32,940 + $3,030
$35,970
2014
$351 (+1.8%)
$32,940 + $3,030
$35,970
2013
$345
$32,940 + $3,030
$35,970
Tax history for 721 Hawkins Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$691 (+94.5%)
$94,600 + $1,200
$95,800
2024
$355 (+2.7%)
$34,800 + $1,500
$36,300
2023
$346 (+2.0%)
$34,800 + $1,500
$36,300
2022
$339 (+1.7%)
$34,800 + $1,500
$36,300
2021
$333 (−3.2%)
$34,800 + $1,500
$36,300
2020
$344
$34,800 + $1,500
$36,300
2019
$344 (−0.7%)
$34,800 + $1,500
$36,300
2018
$347 (+1.4%)
$34,800 + $1,500
$36,300
2017
$342 (−2.5%)
$34,800 + $1,500
$36,300
2016
$351
$34,800 + $1,500
$36,300
2015
$351
$32,940 + $3,030
$35,970
2014
$351 (+1.8%)
$32,940 + $3,030
$35,970
2013
$345
$32,940 + $3,030
$35,970
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1.87 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
9869139005
Parking Spaces
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Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
AR
Agricultural Residential District
The purpose of the Agricultural Residential (AR) District is to assist in the preservation of land suitable, as a result of location, existing farming operations, soils and topography, for agricultural, silvicultural or horticultural uses and to protect such uses from the adverse effects of incompatible land uses.
Aug 11, 2030 • Active
Septic system repair permit (repair construction authorization for malfunctioning septic system)
Replace a damaged tank.
Plumbing
Nov 18, 2026 • Active
Building permit - residential new dwelling
Construct a new single-family home featuring a covered porch, an electric vehicle charging station, and roof-mounted solar panels.
New construction
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Exterior
Land Information
Vegetation: Cleared, Partially Wooded
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 1.85
Lot Size Area: 1.85
Lot Size Dimensions: See Orange County GIS
Lot Size Square Feet: 80586.0
Lot Size Units: Acres
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: 335.88
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: None
Water Source: Private, Well
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
School Information
Elementary School: Orange - Central
Middle Or Junior School: Orange - Orange
High School: Orange - Orange
Location Information
County Or Parish: Orange
Directions: Merge onto I-540 W. Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 1A-1B toward Durham. Merge onto I-40. Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 279B for NC-147 N toward Durham/Downtown. Merge onto I-885. Slight left onto NC-147 N. Merge onto I-85 S. Take exit 170 for US-70 W toward NC-86 N. Follow US-70 W and NC-86 N to Hawkins Rd in Cedar Grove. Turn right onto Hawkins Rd. Destination will be on the right.
Latitude: 36.203788
Longitude: -79.12896
Postal Code: 27231
Road Frontage Type: 2 Lane Road
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Road Surface Type: Dirt
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.87 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Orange County
APN: 9869139005
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2024-09-03
Documents Change Timestamp: 2024-07-26T17:29:31Z
Photos Change Timestamp: 2024-07-23T15:16:42Z
Around this home
Schools
Central Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 8.6mi
5/10
Gravelly Hill Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 10.0mi
7/10
Orange High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.9mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
5/10 Wind Factor
25% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Cedar Grove, NC • 27231
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 5.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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