1008 Dawes Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27516 - Photo 1

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$579,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
2 Full Baths
1,853 Sq. Ft.
0.36 Acres

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Property Description

Tucked away in the woods and set back from the street, this enchanting Westwood cottage offers rare privacy just moments from the heart of Chapel Hill. Within walking distance to downtown CH and the UNC campus, this recently remodeled home perfectly balances timeless charm with modern updates. Warm and welcoming, the interior showcases stunning original heart pine and red oak floors, abundant natural light, and a layout designed for comfortable everyday living. The transformed kitchen is a true highlight, featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a classic subway tile backsplash. A cozy family room with a wood-burning fireplace creates the perfect gathering space, while thoughtfully preserved original details throughout the home add character and authenticity you simply can't replicate. Step outside to a beautifully executed, private landscape complete with stone walls, a tranquil water feature, stone patios, and a spacious screened porch -- ideal for morning coffee, evening entertaining, or simply enjoying the peaceful wooded setting. Charming, private, and walkable to everything Chapel Hill has to offer, this special cottage is truly a rare find.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 1008 Dawes St

General

Sold For: $579,000
Taxes: $7,597
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: 2218
MLS ID: 10147861
Added to Site: 145 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 12
Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Master Downstairs, Recessed Lighting
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

Laundry: In Hall, Laundry Closet, Main Level

Exterior

Exterior Features: Garden, Private Yard
Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck, Patio, Porch, Rear Porch, Side Porch

Parking

Parking Features: Driveway, Off Street, Parking Pad, Shared Driveway

Location

County: Orange
Subdivision: Westwood
Driving Directions: From I-40, south on 15/501, exit US15S/ChapelHill/Pittsboro...use right two lanes, right on NC 86N/S Columbia St, turn left on Coolidge St, left on Dawes St, house is on right
City Limits: Yes

School Information

Elementary School: Chapel Hill Carrboro - Carrboro Elementary School
Middle School: Chapel Hill Carrboro - RD and Euzelle Smith Middle School
High School: Chapel Hill Carrboro - East Chapel Hill High School

Heating & Cooling

Air Conditioning: Yes
Cooling Type: Central Air
Heating Type: Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Wood

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Cottage
Structure Type: House
Exterior Const.: Lap Siding, Wood Siding
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Unfinished
Roof: Shingle
Stories/Levels: 2
Building Size: 1853
Square Feet: 1,853
Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
Finished Above Grnd: 1,853 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1932

Lot Features

Property View: Trees/Woods
Lot Size (Acres): 0.36
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 15,681.6
Lot Features: Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Many Trees, Secluded, Wooded
Zoning: R-2

Financial Considerations

Tax Amount: $7,597.58

Disclosures and Reports

Special Conditions: Standard
Property ID: 9788117124
Lot Number: 1

Listed by Nest Realty of the Triangle, Dave Brion (919) 525-5538
Sold by NextHome Triangle Properties, Marcella Simmons

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Schools

Schools serving 1008 Dawes St

School District:Chapel Hill-Carrboro Schools

Name	Grades	Distance
Carrboro Elementary School 400 Shelton Street, Carrboro, NC 27510	K-5	1.6 mi
R D And Euzelle Smith Middle School 9201 Seawell School Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27516	6-8	3.3 mi
East Chapel Hill High School 500 Weaver Dairy Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27514	9-12	4.8 mi

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Price & Sales History for 1008 Dawes St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

6/08/2026

Sold

$579,000

-3.34%

MLS

4/08/2026

Price Reduced

$599,000

-4.16%

MLS

2/20/2026

Listed

$625,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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