203 Mel Oaks DR, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
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203 Mel Oaks DR, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
203 Mel Oaks DR, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
203 Mel Oaks DR, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
203 Mel Oaks DR, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
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Listed by NorthGroup Real Estate, Inc.

$ 779,000

$ 779,000

Est. payment /mo
Sold on 06/30/2026

203 Mel Oaks DR Chapel Hill, NC 27516

4 Beds

3 Baths

2,465 SqFt


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Key Details

Sold Price $779,000

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Sold

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 2,465 sqft

Price per Sqft $316

Subdivision Mel Oak Estates

MLS Listing ID 10166012

Style Traditional

Bedrooms 4

Full Baths 2

Half Baths 1

Year Built 1993

Annual Tax Amount $6,221

Lot Size 2,465 Sqft

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property Description

Nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac in the highly sought-after Mel Oaks neighborhood, this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom home offers the rare combination of Chapel Hill schools, lower Orange County taxes, and a private wooded setting on approximately one acre. With 2,465 square feet, a flexible layout, and an incredible backyard retreat, 203 Mel Oaks delivers the kind of lifestyle that is hard to find in today's market.

The backyard truly feels like a private sanctuary -- featuring an in-ground pool with brick patio surround, separate hot tub, gazebo, expansive deck with grilling area, fenced yard, and peaceful views overlooking a large wooded tract behind the property. Whether entertaining friends, enjoying summer afternoons by the pool, or relaxing under the trees, this outdoor space is something special. Additional outdoor features include a screened front porch, climbing wall/play area, and storage shed.

Inside, the home offers a warm and functional layout with formal living and dining rooms, a spacious family room with fireplace, and great natural flow for everyday living and entertaining. The bonus room above the garage provides excellent flexibility for a home office, playroom, media room, yoga space, or guest overflow area.

The current owners have thoughtfully maintained and updated the property, including:

* New roof and gutters (2020)
* New HVAC system with zoned heating/cooling (2023)
* Complete Marvin window replacement (2025)
* New hot tub installation (2024)
* Exterior cedar siding professionally stained and trim painted (2024)

Additional highlights include a 2-car garage, separate storage shed, hardwood floors through much of the main level, and a family-friendly neighborhood with very little traffic.

Located just minutes from Carrboro and Chapel Hill, this home offers the convenience of town with the privacy and tranquility of a tucked-away neighborhood setting. Rarely do homes become available in Mel Oaks -- especially ones with this combination of setting, updates, outdoor living, and school district access.

Location

State NC

County Orange

Community Mel Oak Estates

Area 0.98

Zoning RB

Interior

Heating Fireplace(s)

Cooling Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump

Flooring Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Family Room, Fireplace Screen, Wood Burning

Laundry Main Level, Laundry Room

Exterior

Exterior Feature Fenced Yard, Outdoor Grill, Rain Gutters, Storage

Parking Features Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Off Street, On Site, On Street, Paved

Fence Fenced Yard

Pool In Ground

Utilities Available Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Septic Connected

View Trees/Woods

Roof Type Architectural Shingle

Building

Lot Description Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Wooded

Story Two

Foundation Pillar/Post/Pier

Water Well

New Construction No

Schools

Elementary Schools Chapel Hill Carrboro - Frank Porter Graham Dual Language Magnet Elementary School

Middle Schools Chapel Hill Carrboro - Charles And Lucile Mcdougle Middle School

High Schools Chapel Hill Carrboro - Chapel Hill High School

Others

Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan


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