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179 Hickory Pond Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27517

House Description

Tucked among mature trees with a peaceful creek running behind the property, this rustic retreat offers privacy, charm, and endless potential. Featuring Western White Pine siding and passive solar design, this unique home blends natural surroundings with simple, efficient living. Enjoy the inviting brick patio, plenty of parking, and a tranquil setting that feels worlds away from the hustle and bustle. The property includes an attached shed with cold water and washer/dryer hookups, plus additional storage and workspace options. Real stucco concrete walls and floors provide durability, while a mini-split system, and ceiling fans offer year-round comfort. Being sold as-is, this property presents a rare opportunity for someone looking to personalize a one-of-a-kind home or weekend getaway in a beautiful natural setting. Seller Financing Available! NOTE: The 2nd floor ceiling height is below what appraisers typically require in order for the sf to be included in living square footage.

Highlights

Listed by Armand Lenchek , 919-624-3692 and Kay Thompson , 919-802-2181 EXP Realty LLC , 888-584-9431. Triangle MLS, Inc. of North Carolina mls logo

Property Type

Residential

Lot/Acreage

1.5

HOA Fee

600 Annually

Year Built

1980

County

Chatham

Neighborhood

Hickory Pond

Listing ID

10173297

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Interior Features

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

▪ Bedrooms:1
▪ Bathrooms:1
▪ Full Bathrooms:1

Appliances:Free-Standing Electric Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Oven, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Water Heater

Air Cond:Ceiling Fan(s),Heat Pump

Fireplaces:

Floor:Concrete,Wood

Above Ground Sq Ft:517

Below Ground Sq Ft:0

Other:Beamed Ceilings,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),High Ceilings,High Speed Internet,Kitchen/Dining Room Combination,Laminate Counters,Living/Dining Room Combination,Natural Woodwork,Shower Only

Other:Shared Well

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Payment Breakdown

Principal Interest

$1,494

Taxes

$87

HOA

$600

Home Price

$289,900

Home Price

Loan Details

30 yrs

6.683%

Interest Rate

Loan Type

Down Payment

20%

$57,980

Down Payment

Down Payment %

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Monthly Price:

$1,493.91

Principal

Taxes

HOA

	Principal	Taxes	HOA	Total
Monthly	$1,493.91	$86.95	$600.00	$2,180.87
Yearly	$17,926.97	$1,043.43	$7,200.00	$26,170.40
Total	$537,809.18	$31,302.90	$216,000.00	$785,112.08