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$615,000 Sale Pending

  • For Sale
  • Pending
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 2,692 Sq. Ft.
  • 0.17 Acres
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 9 days ago
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Welcome home to 223 Empress Road, a beautifully designed three-story residence located in the highly sought-after Waterstone neighborhood. Ideally situated just minutes from I-40, UNC Hillsborough Hospital, downtown Hillsborough, and a short drive to downtown Durham or Chapel Hill, this home offers the perfect balance of comfort, accessibility, and lifestyle. Step inside to discover a thoughtful floor plan with timeless finishes and quality craftsmanship throughout. The main level features hardwood flooring, a private office with French doors, and stylish built-in bookcases. The open-concept layout seamlessly connects the kitchen, living room, and dining room, creating an ideal space for entertaining and everyday living. The kitchen is designed to impress, with a gas range, an expansive center island, and pantry. The living room centers around a gas-log fireplace with side cabinets and shelving, adding warmth and character to the space. On the second floor, you'll find three spacious bedrooms and a conveniently located laundry room. The owner's suite offers luxury and comfort with a tray ceiling, large walk-in closet, and a spa-inspired bathroom featuring a garden soaking tub and a stand-alone tile shower. The two secondary bedrooms share a full hall bathroom. The third floor offers remarkable flexibility with a private fourth bedroom, a full bath, walk in closet and a charming window seat with built in cubbies This space is ideal as a guest suite, bonus room, teen retreat, or dedicated creative space. Outdoor living is just as inviting, with a fully fenced backyard, a covered flagstone patio, and a flat driveway and lot that offer convenience and ease. The two-car garage provides ample storage functionality and electric car charger. Neighborhood pool, playground and miles of sidewalks. 223 Empress Road is more than just a home-it is a lifestyle. With its open floor plan, thoughtful design, and unbeatable location close to major conveniences, this property is ready to welcome its next chapter.

Full Property Details for 223 Empress Rd

General

  • Price: $615,000
  • HOA FEE: $90/month
  • HOA FEE FREQ.: Semi-Annually
  • Taxes: $7,422
  • Status: Pending
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: 2218
  • MLS ID: 10134385
  • Updated: 1/7/2026
  • Added to Site: 57 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 9
  • Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Dual Closets, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Separate Shower, Soaking Tub, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Great Room
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range Hood, Washer/Dryer
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Upper Level

Additional Information

  • Shared Amenities: Clubhouse, Pool
  • Pool: Yes
  • Spa Description: None

Exterior

  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Patio, Porch, Rear Porch

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage, Garage Faces Front, Paved

Location

  • County: Orange
  • Subdivision: Waterstone
  • Driving Directions: From I-40 take exit 261 (Old NC 86) toward Hillsborough; Turn right onto Waterstone Drive; Turn left onto College Park Rd, Turn right onto Cates Creek Pkwy; Turn right onto Empress Rd and your home is 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: Unknown

Heating & Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Zoned
  • Heating Type: Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Cable Available

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Transitional
  • Structure Type: House
  • Exterior Const.: Stone, Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Stories/Levels: 2
  • Building Size: 2692
  • Square Feet: 2,692
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
  • Finished Above Grnd: 2,692 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 2015

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.17
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,405.2
  • Frontage: City Street
  • Street/Road Desc.: Paved
  • Fence: Yes
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Hardwood Trees
  • Fencing (Description): Fenced

Green Features

  • Energy Efficient: Thermostat

Financial Considerations

  • Association Fee: $540
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Semi-Annually
  • Tax Amount: $7,422.51

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: Standard
  • Property ID: 9873382118
  • Lot Number: 51

Listed by Real Estate By Design, Lisa Ellis (919) 606-1754

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Schools serving 223 Empress Rd

School District:Orange County Schools
NameGradesDistance
New Hope Elementary, Chapel Hill, NC
1900 New Hope Church Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
PK-52.4 mi
A L Stanback Middle
3700 North Carolina 86, Hillsborough, NC 27278
6-81.9 mi
Cedar Ridge High
1125 New Grady Brown School Road, Hillsborough, NC 27278
9-122.1 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 223 Empress Rd Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
11/21/2025
Listed
$615,000
3.19%
MLS
5/31/2024
Sold
$596,000
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Tax History for 223 Empress Rd

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$7,423
30%
$623,600
67%
2024
$5,727
3%
$374,100
—
2023
$5,538
1%
$374,100
—
2021
$5,476
-1%
$374,100
—
2022
$5,522
1%
$374,100
12%
2021
$5,476
7%
$332,600
—
2018
$5,098
1%
$332,600
—
2017
$5,051
-4%
$332,600
2%
2016
$5,242
—
$324,800
—
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223 Empress Road, Hillsborough, NC 27278 (MLS# 10134385) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 223 Empress Road is currently listed for $615,000 and was received on November 21, 2025. Want to learn more about 223 Empress Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Hillsborough? You can browse all Hillsborough real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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