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37 S Circle Drive
Chapel Hill, NC 27516
1 day ago
NEW
$385,000
Active
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,232
Sqft
0.42
Acres
1961
Yr. Built
MLS# 10196311
Cumulative Days on Market: 2 · Includes prior listings · Currently listed since 10/02/26 · Data provided by the MLS.

Property Description

Discover a sweet Carolina home where convenience, nature and predominantly single-level living come together just minutes from downtown Chapel Hill and UNC-Chapel Hill—and with no HOA. Set on nearly half an acre in an established Chapel Hill neighborhood with an active community, this charming ranch-style home offers two bedrooms plus a flexible bonus room / office, ideal for working from home, hobbies, guests or additional living space. With no HOA, you can enjoy the freedom of your own property without association dues or restrictions. This is a home that has truly been loved, and nowhere is that more evident than in the abundant gardens surrounding it. Thoughtfully planted with native plants that attract bees, Monarch butterflies and hummingbirds, the property feels like a private nature retreat while remaining remarkably close to everything Chapel Hill has to offer. Don't be surprised to spot deer sauntering through the yard, too. Inside, enjoy predominantly main-level living with only a few steps within the home. To the rear, a large split-level deck extends the living space outdoors—the perfect spot for morning coffee, soaking up the Carolina sunshine, evening libations or simply sitting quietly and watching the wildlife pass by. And for buyers thinking about the lot size, the sellers have completed a soil study exploring the potential to expand the home. The existing septic system may be relocated to accommodate a future addition, giving the next owner an exciting opportunity to investigate creating additional living space. Nearly half an acre. No HOA. Close to downtown Chapel Hill and UNC, yet surrounded by mature greenery, native gardens and wildlife. It's a wonderful combination of accessibility, flexibility and a quieter connection to nature. I highly recommend experiencing this sweet Chapel Hill home in person—it has a feeling that simply can't be captured in photographs.

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Property Highlights

Property Type
Residential
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Architectural Style
Ranch
Bedrooms
2
Total Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,232
Price / Sqft
$313
Acres
0.42
Year Built
1961

Location

City/Township
Chapel Hill
Subdivision
Dogwood Acres
County
Orange
Zoning
R-1

Property Details

Price
$385,000
Property Type
Residential
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence

Building

Structure Type
House
Levels
One
Total Area
1,232

Community

Local Schools

Elementary School
Chapel Hill Carrboro - Mary Scroggs Elementary School
Middle School
Chapel Hill Carrboro - Grey Culbreth Middle School
High School
Chapel Hill Carrboro - Carrboro High School

Interior Features

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
1/2 Bathrooms
1
Bedrooms
2
Bedrooms on Main Level
2

Rooms and Basement

Total Rooms
1

Area and Spaces

Living Area
1,232
Above Grade Finished Area
1,232

Appliances

Appliances
Dryer, Free-Standing Electric Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer

Interior Features

Flooring
Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl
Fireplace Features
Wood Burning Stove

Heating and Cooling

Heating Features
Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump
Has Fireplace
Yes

Building Details

Construction

Architectural Style
Ranch
Year Built
1961
Foundations
Crawlspace

Materials

Construction Materials
Brick, Wood Siding
Roof
Shingle

Terms

Terms

Special Conditions
Standard
Special Terms
Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Taxes

Tax

Tax (Annual)
$3,496.77
Tax Assessed Value
402900.00

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Cooling Features
Heat Pump

Utilities

Sewer
Septic Tank, Perc Test On File
Water Source
Public

Lot

Acres
0.42
Lot Size
0.42
Lot Size Area Sq Ft
18,295

Parking

Parking Features
Gravel
Listed by Compass -- Chapel Hill - Durham, 919-999-8482
Listing Data last updated 10/03/2026 09:00 pm
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