Updated 3BR/2BA home within walking distance of UNC! Features of this home include bamboo flooring, granite countertops, and fireplace. Enjoy evenings on the rocking chair front porch or back deck overlooking fenced-in back yard. A rare find close to downtown, UNC, shopping, and schools. Easily rented, a great value for investors and homeowners alike!
Single-familyProperty Type
1987Year Built
5,663 sq ftLot Size
$389Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Alison Domnas• Inhabit Real Estate
Bought with Alison Domnas• Nest Realty of the Triangle
Source:TMLS #1888328
Redfin Estimate
$404,592
$170K since sold in May 2017$7,000 since September
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This home's estimate is 12% lower than the average sale price ($460K) of 6 comparable homes.
Updated 3BR/2BA home within walking distance of UNC! Features of this home include bamboo flooring, granite countertops, and fireplace. Enjoy evenings on the rocking chair front porch or back deck overlooking fenced-in back yard. A rare find close to downtown, UNC, shopping, and schools. Easily rented, a great value for investors and homeowners alike!
TMLS #1647951
Jun 22, 2009
Sold
$225,000
$217/sq ft
Apr 10, 2009
Listing Removed
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Feb 12, 2009
Listed
$237,500
$229/sq ft
+3
Beautifully updated bungalow! Walking distance to UNC! NEW: Granite countertops and granite sink; kitchen cabinets, stainless appliances, jenn-air stove, Bamboo, tile & carpet, lighting, Open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, New masterbath. Great front porch. French doors open to deck and fenced back yard Perfect layout for small family or shared rental. Home Warranty. Shared dway
TMLS #905198
Feb 26, 2007
Sold
$188,000
$181/sq ft
Jan 2, 2007
Listed
$190,000
$183/sq ft
TMLS #544087
Apr 14, 2000
Sold
$130,000
$125/sq ft
Feb 28, 2000
Listed
$134,000
$129/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 26, 1994
Sold
$103,000
$99/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,480 (+25.4%)
$230,000 + $175,900
$405,900
2024
$4,370 (+1.4%)
$110,000 + $139,700
$249,700
2023
$4,308 (+4.2%)
$110,000 + $139,700
$249,700
2022
$4,133 (+1.4%)
$110,000 + $139,700
$249,700
2021
$4,077 (+4.7%)
$110,000 + $139,700
$249,700
2020
$3,892
$85,000 + $140,900
$225,900
2019
$3,892 (+2.5%)
$85,000 + $140,900
$225,900
2018
$3,798 (+2.1%)
$85,000 + $140,900
$225,900
2017
$3,720 (+26.6%)
$85,000 + $140,900
$225,900
2016
$2,939
$54,844 + $116,178
$171,022
2015
$2,939 (+1.5%)
$54,844 + $116,178
$171,022
2014
$2,895 (+1.9%)
$54,844 + $116,178
$171,022
2013
$2,842 (+1.3%)
$54,844 + $116,178
$171,022
2011
$2,806 (+0.2%)
$54,844 + $116,178
$171,022
2010
$2,801
$54,844 + $116,178
$171,022
Tax history for 708 S Merritt Mill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,480 (+25.4%)
$230,000 + $175,900
$405,900
2024
$4,370 (+1.4%)
$110,000 + $139,700
$249,700
2023
$4,308 (+4.2%)
$110,000 + $139,700
$249,700
2022
$4,133 (+1.4%)
$110,000 + $139,700
$249,700
2021
$4,077 (+4.7%)
$110,000 + $139,700
$249,700
2020
$3,892
$85,000 + $140,900
$225,900
2019
$3,892 (+2.5%)
$85,000 + $140,900
$225,900
2018
$3,798 (+2.1%)
$85,000 + $140,900
$225,900
2017
$3,720 (+26.6%)
$85,000 + $140,900
$225,900
2016
$2,939
$54,844 + $116,178
$171,022
2015
$2,939 (+1.5%)
$54,844 + $116,178
$171,022
2014
$2,895 (+1.9%)
$54,844 + $116,178
$171,022
2013
$2,842 (+1.3%)
$54,844 + $116,178
$171,022
2011
$2,806 (+0.2%)
$54,844 + $116,178
$171,022
2010
$2,801
$54,844 + $116,178
$171,022
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning
R-3
CD-4
Residential Districts
The residential districts are intended to provide for residential development of appropriate intensities consonant with the suitability of land, availability of public services, accessibility to major activity centers and transportation systems, and compatibility with surrounding development.
Zone overlays
Pine Knolls Neighborhood Conservation District
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
# of Bathroom Fixtures: 3
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 5
Exterior
Exterior Information
Foundation Type: Masonry
Building Style Type: Conventional
Exterior Wall: Frame
Roof Shape Type: Gable
Building Type: Single Family
Property Information
Subdivision Name: CHAPEL HILL AFFORDABLE
Living Sq. Ft: 1,039
Gross Sq. Ft: 2,456
Building Sq. Ft: 1,039
# of Stories: 1
Legal Description: 8 CHAPEL HILL AFFORDABLE HOUSING P48/93 (AKA TANDLER)
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 5,663
Legal Lot Number: 8,9
School Tax District: EPHESUS
Municipality Name: CHAPEL HILL TWP
Acres: 0.13
Zoning Code: R-3
County Use Description: RESIDENTIAL- IMPROVED
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Tax District County: CTY & CH SCH & CHAPEL HILL
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,039
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,663 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: 2007
County: Orange County
APN: 9788035886
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Northside Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
4/10
McDougle Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi
9/10
Chapel Hill High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.0mi
9/10
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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
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
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 5.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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5.1 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$385,000 – $466,000
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