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$615,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 2,843 Sq. Ft.
  • 0.17 Acres
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 2 days ago
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Immaculately maintained 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home in the highly desirable Waterstone community of Hillsborough! From the moment you step inside, you'll appreciate the beautiful hardwood floors throughout the entire main level and staircase, along with thoughtful upgrades like crown molding, lighting and fresh paint on most walls. The main level features a private office with French doors and custom built-ins, perfect for working from home or a quiet retreat. The upgraded gourmet kitchen is a true centerpiece, offering granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a gas stove, and an oversized island with abundant storage and prep space. The spacious family room is designed for both comfort and entertaining with a cozy gas fireplace and additional built-ins with cabinets. Enjoy outdoor living year-round on the screened porch overlooking the private backyard and expansive patio--ideal for relaxing or hosting guests. Upstairs, you'll find an open loft area, convenient laundry room, and three generously sized secondary bedrooms, including one with an attached full bath perfect for guests or multigenerational living. The luxurious primary suite features dual walk-in closets and a spa-like ensuite bath complete with dual vanities, soaking tub, and separate tiled shower. This move-in ready home combines space, style, and functionality in one of Hillsborough's most sought-after swimming pool neighborhoods!

Full Property Details for 224 Empress Rd

General

  • Price: $615,000
  • HOA FEE: $100/month
  • HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
  • Taxes: $7,102
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: 2218
  • MLS ID: 10167153
  • Updated: 6/6/2026
  • Added to Site: 26 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 11
  • Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Dining L, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Separate Shower, Soaking Tub
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Gas Log
  • Appliances: Built-In Electric Oven, Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Vented Exhaust Fan, Washer/Dryer, Water Heater
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

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

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Laundry Room, Upper Level

Additional Information

  • Shared Amenities: Pool
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Association

Exterior

  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio, Porch, Screened

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener

Location

  • County: Orange
  • Subdivision: Waterstone
  • Driving Directions: Take I-40 to Old Chapel Hill Hillsborough Rd/Old NC 86 in Orange County. Take exit 261 from I-40. Follow Old Chapel Hill Hillsborough Rd/Old NC 86 and Cates Creek Pkwy to Empress Rd in Hillsborough. Home is on the right.
  • City Limits: Yes

School Information

  • Elementary School: Orange - New Hope Elementary
  • Middle School: Orange - A L Stanback Middle
  • High School: Orange - Cedar Ridge High

Community

  • Association: Yes
  • Assoc. Fees Include: Maintenance Grounds

Heating & Cooling

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Water Connected

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Transitional
  • Structure Type: Site Built
  • Builder: Ashton Woods Homes
  • Exterior Const.: Shake Siding, Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Windows: Double Pane Windows
  • Stories/Levels: 2
  • Building Size: 2843
  • Square Feet: 2,843
  • Finished Above Grnd: 2,843 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.: Asphalt
  • Fence: Yes
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Landscaped
  • Zoning: ESU
  • Fencing (Description): Back Yard

Financial Considerations

  • Association Fee: $1,200
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
  • Tax Amount: $7,102.37

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: Standard
  • Property ID: 9873380077
  • Lot Number: 63

Listed by Triangle Elite Realty, LLC, Melisa Edmonds (919) 600-9805 and Triangle Elite Realty, LLC, Karen Mark (919) 780-8864

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  • Melisa Edmonds

    Triangle Elite Realty, LLC

  • Karen Mark

    Triangle Elite Realty, LLC

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Schools serving 224 Empress Rd

School District:Orange County Schools
NameGradesDistance
Hillsborough Elementary
402 North Nash Street, Hillsborough, NC 27278
K-52.2 mi
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 ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 224 Empress Rd Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
5/14/2026
Listed
$615,000
11.82%
MLS
2/17/2022
Sold
$550,000
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Tax History for 224 Empress Rd

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$7,345
33%
$616,900
72%
2024
$5,512
3%
$359,500
—
2023
$5,330
1%
$359,500
—
2021
$5,270
-1%
$359,500
—
2022
$5,315
1%
$359,500
6%
2021
$5,270
—
$338,400
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Listed by Triangle Elite Realty, LLC, Melisa Edmonds (919) 600-9805 and Triangle Elite Realty, LLC, Karen Mark (919) 780-8864

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224 Empress Road, Hillsborough, NC 27278 (MLS# 10167153) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 224 Empress Road is currently listed for $615,000 and was received on May 14, 2026. Want to learn more about 224 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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