WELCOME HOME to your very own 4.5 Acre Oasis where Mother Nature provides the backdrop with breathtaking pond views that greet you daily and can be enjoyed from both inside and out! Experience the perfect blend of natural beauty, serene seclusion, and everyday convenience on this extraordinary estate with county taxes and still districted for the highly sought-after Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools. Lovingly maintained by the original owners, this light-filled, one-level brick ranch offers exceptional flexibility for today's lifestyle, including ideal multi-generational living opportunities. Designed with a thoughtful connection to its surroundings, the home embraces natural light, scenic views, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. Relax on the cozy side screened porch, the extensive rear open deck or the front porch swing overlooking the pond, creating the perfect place to unwind in every season. The picturesque 4.5-acre setting features mature trees, expansive open spaces, and gently rolling land, providing endless possibilities for gardening, hobby farming, horses, recreation, or simply enjoying spectacular sunsets and incredible stargazing under wide-open skies. A spacious two-car garage with workshop offers additional flexibility for projects, storage, or hobbies. Enjoy the tranquility of a true country estate without sacrificing convenience—just 6-7 minutes from downtown Carrboro and Chapel Hill. Properties offering this level of privacy, acreage, versatility, and location are exceptionally rare. This is more than a home—it's a lifestyle and a legacy waiting to be enjoyed for generations.
Single-familyProperty Type
1961Year Built
4.49 acresLot Size
$430Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Chad Lloyd• Long & Foster Real Estate INC
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.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% 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
Chapel Hill, NC • 27516
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Sun exposure
99/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 4% for direct sun exposure in Chapel Hill. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 101 Ray Rd
$942,392
$33K under list price of $975K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $588K to $809K.