Designed and built by John Hartley, this residence is a study in how a home can answer its landscape. Mature hardwoods screen the property from every approach, giving it a sense of privacy and seclusion, but the trees give way to an open meadow, offering long views and afternoon light that few private lots in Chapel Hill can match. Inside, the architecture holds that same balance. Hardwood and tile floors run throughout, and light-filled living areas are anchored by a fireplace that draws the room together. The gourmet kitchen is built for real cooking and real gathering: cooktop, granite countertops, stainless appliances, and a generous island, with a breakfast nook tucked alongside for quiet mornings. Not to be missed is the adjacent wine room, perfect to show off your collection. The primary suite reads as a private retreat, with a show stopping study with amazing views. There are separate vanities in the ensuite bath and a custom walk-in closet. Two matching secondary bedrooms also have ensuite baths on the first floor. Below, a full walkout basement for multiple uses plus abundant storage, the kind of infrastructure that makes a house livable for decades. Outdoor living! The covered porch invites evenings in the shade of the woods, while the expansive deck opens toward the meadow for entertaining under open sky. For a buyer who values architectural intent, privacy and land that offers both shelter and horizon, 718 October Woods Road is a rare find.
Single-familyProperty Type
2003Year Built
3.41 acresLot Size
$229Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Kara Pittman• Compass -- Chapel Hill - Durham
Bought with Tana Widdows• Compass -- Chapel Hill - Durham
Est. $4,101 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 718 October Woods Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
TMLS #10201568
Nov 3, 2026
Sold
$1,000,000
$229/sq ft
Oct 29, 2026
Listed
$989,000
$227/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 27, 2001
Sold
$97,500
$22/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$7,589 (+2.4%)
$145,200 + $501,700
$646,900
2023
$7,414 (+2.3%)
$145,200 + $501,700
$646,900
2022
$7,250 (+1.1%)
$145,200 + $498,000
$643,200
2021
$7,170 (−1.2%)
$145,200 + $498,000
$643,200
2020
$7,256
$145,200 + $464,700
$609,900
2019
$7,256 (+1.6%)
$145,200 + $464,700
$609,900
2018
$7,140 (+1.2%)
$145,200 + $464,700
$609,900
2017
$7,058 (−8.6%)
$145,200 + $464,700
$609,900
2016
$7,721
$145,200 + $464,700
$609,900
2015
$7,721 (+0.3%)
$126,371 + $515,475
$641,846
2014
$7,701 (+1.7%)
$126,371 + $515,475
$641,846
2013
$7,574 (+4.2%)
$126,371 + $515,475
$641,846
2011
$7,267 (+0.1%)
$126,371 + $515,475
$641,846
2010
$7,257
$126,371 + $515,475
$641,846
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
4
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.41 Acres
Year renovated
2003
Sq. Ft.
3,324
Year built
2003
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
9767913771
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 6, 2026.
RB
Rural Buffer District
The purpose of the Rural Buffer (RB) District is to provide locations for rural residential developments and agricultural, silvicultural or horticultural uses which serve to buffer or separate more intensively planned and/or developed portions of Orange County. Development within the Rural Buffer (RB) District is at very low densities (the minimum lot size per dwelling unit is two acres) and relies on individual wells and ground absorption systems for domestic water supply and sewage disposal, respectively.
Feb 15, 2012 • Final
Residential simple trade
Heat pump
HVAC
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
Parking
Parking Information
Attached Garage: Yes
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Half: 2
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Interior Features
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Has Basement
Finished
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 4365.0
Structure Type: Site Built
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Asphalt
Property information
Living Area: 4,365
Above Grade Finished Area: 3418.0
Below Grade Finished Area: 947.0
Levels: Two
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 3.41
Lot Size Area: 3.41
Lot Size Square Feet: 148539.0
Lot Size Units: Acres
Zoning: RB
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: 7155.84
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Well
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Yes
Heating Information: Geothermal
Cooling: Yes
Cooling Information: Heat Pump
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
Location Information
County Or Parish: Orange
Directions: see gis
Latitude: 35.87003
Longitude: -79.103589
Postal Code: 27516
Road Responsibility: Road Maintenance Agreement
Community Information
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,324
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3.41 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2003
Year Renovated: 2003
County: Orange County
APN: 9767913771
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 6, 2026
Other
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2026-11-03
Photos Change Timestamp: 2026-11-03T23:10:34Z
Around this home
Schools
Northside Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.0mi
4/10
Grey Culbreth Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.4mi
6/10
Carrboro High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
6/10
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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
5/10 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
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 24% for direct sun exposure in Chapel Hill. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.5 hrs
6.9 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$930,000 – $1.13M
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