A rare offering of privacy, intelligent design, and understated luxury--this is a home for those who value space, sustainability, craftsmanship, and a meaningful connection to the natural surroundings. Tucked away on a serene 2.01-acre homesite between Pittsboro and Chapel Hill, this custom-designed 3-bedroom, 3-bath passive solar residence offers approximately 2,429 square feet of artfully planned living space where privacy, craftsmanship, and sustainability come together beautifully. Thoughtfully oriented to capture natural light and enhance energy efficiency, the home showcases sophisticated passive solar design elements including strategic window placement, brick flooring, underground concrete walls, roof overhangs, and natural shade that work in harmony with the landscape. Inside, refined details create a warm yet distinctive sense of place, from the renovated kitchen with granite countertops, hand-laid tile, and an adjoining herb garden into the dining and family room anchored by a handcrafted wood-burning fireplace. A partially underground family room with a Baby Bear woodstove adds architectural character while supporting the home's efficient solar performance. The living room has hardwood flooring, access to deck overlooking back yard, and masonry wood-burning fireplace. The spacious primary suite offers a tranquil retreat with a cedar walk-in closet and custom bath including separate shower, jetted tub and custom cabinetry. Recent enhancements, including a new roof and new hot water heater, complement two regularly maintained Trane HVAC heat pump systems for year-round comfort. Outdoors, the property continues to impress with a fenced backyard, wired workshop with air compressor, multiple storage buildings for vehicles, boats, and equipment, and Duke Energy-approved wiring for a portable generator. A rare blend of quiet luxury, intelligent design, and natural beauty--just minutes from the conveniences of Pittsboro and Chapel HIll.
Single-familyProperty Type
1981Year Built
2.01 acresLot Size
$231Price/Sq.Ft.
8 spacesParking
Listed by VIRGINIA I FERGUSON Ferguson• Century 21 Southern Lifestyles
Bought with Joni Williams• Straight Up Realty, LLC
Est. $2,768 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 369 River Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
TMLS #10176704
Sep 25, 2026
Sold
$560,000
$231/sq ft
Aug 18, 2026
Contingent
—
Jul 8, 2026
Price Changed
$569,995
$235/sq ft
Jun 16, 2026
Listed
$599,995
$247/sq ft
TMLS #10159391
Jun 9, 2026
Listing Removed
—
May 11, 2026
Price Changed
$609,000
$251/sq ft
Apr 10, 2026
Listed
$639,000
$263/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,032 (+22.7%)
$117,220 + $292,270
$409,490
2024
$2,471 (+4.6%)
$117,220 + $292,270
$409,490
2023
$2,362 (+4.1%)
$89,695 + $183,939
$273,634
2022
$2,268 (+1.2%)
$89,695 + $183,939
$273,634
2021
$2,240 (+22.9%)
$89,695 + $183,939
$273,634
2020
$1,822
$89,695 + $183,939
$273,634
2019
$1,822 (+5.9%)
$79,860 + $138,282
$218,142
2017
$1,720 (+4.2%)
$79,860 + $138,282
$218,142
2016
$1,650 (+3.8%)
$79,860 + $138,282
$218,142
2015
$1,590 (+1.9%)
$72,600 + $134,483
$207,083
2014
$1,560
$72,600 + $129,572
$202,172
2013
$1,560
$72,600 + $129,572
$202,172
2012
$1,560 (+2.9%)
$72,600 + $129,572
$202,172
2011
$1,516
$72,600 + $129,572
$202,172
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
—
Stories
1.65
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.01 Acres
Year renovated
1981
Sq. Ft.
2,336
Year built
1981
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Chatham County
APN
0001531
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 6, 2026.
R-1
Residential District
This district is primarily for low to moderate density residential development within the residential-agricultural areas of the jurisdiction.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Carport: Yes
Carport Spaces: 2
Open Parking: Yes
Open Parking Spaces: 8
Other Parking: Gravel drive, carport
Parking Features: Carport, Covered, Detached, Detached Carport, Driveway, Gravel, No Garage, Parking Pad, Private, Storage, Workshop in Garage
Parking Total: 8
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Free-Standing Electric Range, Free-Standing Range, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Cooling Information: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Dual, Electric, Heat Pump, Multi Units
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
Location Information
County Or Parish: Chatham
Directions: From Carrboro: West on Jones Ferry Road; Travel about 15 minutes, Turn RIGHT on RIVER Road, Home shortly on your left. From Pittsboro: Travel North on 15-501; Turn LEFt on Hamlet's Chapel Road, TURN LEFT on River Road, home on left.
Latitude: 35.825832
Longitude: -79.179609
Postal Code: 27312
Road Frontage Type: State Road
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Community Information
Community Features: None
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,336
Stories: 1.65
Lot Size: 2.01 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1981
Year Renovated: 1981
County: Chatham County
APN: 0001531
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 6, 2026
Other
hidden custom fields
Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2026-09-26
Documents Change Timestamp: 2026-06-26T18:05:18Z
Photos Change Timestamp: 2026-06-26T18:05:18Z
Price Change Timestamp: 2026-07-08T20:01:28Z
Listing Price Information
Previous List Price: 599995.0
Around this home
Schools
Perry W Harrison Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.6mi
8/10
Margaret B. Pollard Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.7mi
6/10
Northwood High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.8mi
7/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being 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
Pittsboro, NC • 27312
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Pittsboro. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.4 hrs
6.1 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$535,000 – $648,000
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