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Property Description
BEAUTIFULLY maintained home in the sought-after Waterstone community - conveniently located near UNC Healthcare, I-40, and I-85, and just minutes from downtown Hillsborough. The main level features an open floor plan with dining and living areas together, highlighted by wood flooring throughout the main and high-end interior details. The kitchen offers custom-built cabinetry with lots of storage, quartz countertops, a tiled backsplash, gas range, recessed lighting with pendant fixtures over central island and raised breakfast bar area. All stainless steel appliances convey. Upstairs, a split bedroom layout provides excellent privacy for housemates or family members. You'll also find a spacious loft area and a large laundry room - with washer and dryer included. The primary suite features a generous walk-in closet, dual-sink vanity, and a soaking tub. Additional highlights include a large mudroom leading to a one-car garage, a spacious back patio that overlooks a natural area, and access to neighborhood amenities. Sidewalk-lined streets lead to UNC Hillsborough Hospital and Durham Tech Community College, Orange County campus, just a few blocks away. Convenient to retail and restaurants, private and public schools and less than 2.5 miles to historic downtown Hillsborough. Quick access to I-40/85, Hwy 86 and Old 86 to Chapel Hill and Hwy 70. Easy commute to Duke University/Hospitals. Approximately 25 minutes to Research Triangle Park and RDU Airport. The original owners have cared for this home with great attention - it's move-in ready and full of charm.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 161 Rubrum Dr
General
- Sold For: $355,000
- HOA FEE: $203/month
- Taxes: $4,296
- Status: Closed
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: 2218
- MLS ID: 10128296
- Added to Site: 138 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Breakfast Bar, Dining L, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Living/Dining Room Combination, Natural Woodwork, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Smooth Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Upper Level, Washer Hookup
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Clubhouse, Pool
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Community
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Covered Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Concrete, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Inside Entrance
Location
- County: Orange
- Subdivision: Waterstone
- Driving Directions: From I-40W: Exit 251 towards Hillsborough. Right on Old NC 86. At the light, turn right onto Waterstone Drive. 1st left onto College Park Rd., Right on Aronia, left onto Monardo Way, Right onto Allium Ln and Left onto Rubrum. House will be on the right. Coming from downtown Hillsborough, head south on Old NC 86/Churton St. Left onto Cates Creek PKWY, Right on College Park Rd., Left onto Rubrum Dr. House will be on the left.
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- Elementary School: Orange - New Hope
- Middle School: Orange - A L Stanback
- High School: Orange - Cedar Ridge
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Fees Include: Maintenance Grounds
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Zoned
- Heating Type: Central, Natural Gas, Zoned
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Transitional
- Structure Type: Townhouse
- Exterior Const.: Stone, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Shingle
- Windows: Blinds
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Building Size: 1925
- Square Feet: 1,925
- Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,925 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 2015
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.04
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,742.4
- Lot Features: Landscaped
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $203
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
- Tax Amount: $4,296.66
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Property ID: 9873269379
- Lot Number: 11
Listed by Natalie & Co Real Estate, Hank Dunn (336) 639-9767
Sold by Coldwell Banker HPW, Kelly Oglesby
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Schools
Schools serving 161 Rubrum Dr
School District:Orange County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
New Hope Elementary, Chapel Hill, NC 1900 New Hope Church Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27514 | PK-5 | 2.1 mi |
A L Stanback Middle 3700 North Carolina 86, Hillsborough, NC 27278 | 6-8 | 1.6 mi |
Cedar Ridge High 1125 New Grady Brown School Road, Hillsborough, NC 27278 | 9-12 | 2.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 161 Rubrum Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/20/2026
Sold
$355,000
-1.39%
MLS
1/02/2026
Price Reduced
$360,000
-1.37%
MLS
11/10/2025
Price Reduced
$365,000
-2.67%
MLS
10/17/2025
Listed
$375,000
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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.
161 Rubrum Drive, Hillsborough, NC 27278 (MLS# 10128296) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $355,000 on February 20, 2026. Want to learn more about 161 Rubrum Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Hillsborough? You can browse all Hillsborough real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

