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$779,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 2,465 Sq. Ft.
  • 0.98 Acres
  • 2 Car Garage
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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.

Full Property Details for 203 Mel Oaks Dr

General

  • Sold For: $779,000
  • Taxes: $6,221
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: 2218
  • MLS ID: 10166012
  • Added to Site: 112 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 16
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), High Speed Internet, Smooth Ceilings, Water Closet
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Family Room, Fireplace Screen, Wood Burning
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer/Dryer, Water Heater
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level

Additional Information

  • Pool Description: In Ground
  • Spa: Yes
  • Spa Description: Above Ground, Heated

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Outdoor Grill, Rain Gutters, Storage
  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck, Porch

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Off Street, On Site, On Street, Paved

Location

  • County: Orange
  • Subdivision: Mel Oak Estates
  • Driving Directions: From Downtown Chapel Hill, take Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd north. Turn left onto Homestead Rd, then right onto Jones Ferry Rd. Turn left onto Mel Oaks Dr. Home will be located in the cul-de-sac at 203 Mel Oaks Drive.
  • City Limits: Yes

School Information

  • Elementary School: Chapel Hill Carrboro - Frank Porter Graham Dual Language Magnet Elementary School
  • Middle School: Chapel Hill Carrboro - Charles and Lucile McDougle Middle School
  • High School: Chapel Hill Carrboro - Chapel Hill High School

Heating & Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
  • Heating Type: Electric, Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Heat Pump

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: Well
  • Utility Description: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Septic Connected

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Structure Type: House, Site Built
  • Exterior Const.: Brick, Cedar
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Windows: Aluminum Frames, Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows, Low-Emissivity Windows, Screens
  • Stories/Levels: 2
  • Building Size: 2465
  • Square Feet: 2,465
  • Finished Above Grnd: 2,465 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1993

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Gazebo, Shed(s)

Lot Features

  • Property View: Trees/Woods
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.98
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 42,688.8
  • Frontage: County Road
  • Fence: Yes
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Wooded
  • Zoning: RB
  • Fencing (Description): Back Yard, Wood

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $6,221.29

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: Standard
  • Property ID: 9757750934

Listed by NorthGroup Real Estate, Inc., Joel Sivertsen (919) 960-1915
Sold by Non Member Office, Non Member

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    NorthGroup Real Estate, Inc.

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Schools serving 203 Mel Oaks Dr

School District:Chapel Hill-Carrboro Schools
NameGradesDistance
C And L Mcdougle Elementary School
890 Old Fayetteville Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
K-54.1 mi
Mcdougle Middle School
900 Old Fayetteville Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
6-84.2 mi
Chapel Hill High School
9217 Seawell School Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
9-125.7 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 203 Mel Oaks Dr

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/30/2026
Sold
$779,000
—
MLS
5/08/2026
Listed
$779,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Listed by NorthGroup Real Estate, Inc., Joel Sivertsen (919) 960-1915
Sold by Non Member Office, Non Member

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203 Mel Oaks Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27516 (MLS# 10166012) is a Single Family property that was sold at $779,000 on June 30, 2026. Want to learn more about 203 Mel Oaks Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Chapel Hill? You can browse all Chapel Hill real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.