113 Mel Oaks Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27516 - Michelle Roberts Real Estate Team

$725,000

Nestled on 1.13 acres beneath a canopy of mature hardwoods, this beautifully maintained transitional home offers the rare balance of privacy and everyday convenience just minutes from Carrboro. With 2,250 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, a main-level primary suite, and an exceptional outdoor retreat, this is a home… Read More designed for both quiet moments and memorable gatherings. A welcoming covered front porch and double-door entry lead into light-filled living spaces where soaring vaulted ceilings, skylights, and a fireplace create an inviting sense of openness. The living room flows effortlessly into the dining room and adjoining sunroom, where vaulted ceilings, skylights, two sets of French doors, and expansive sliding glass doors blur the line between indoors and out. The sunroom opens onto a spacious rear deck overlooking a private 17-by-36-foot in-ground pool, creating a secluded backyard oasis surrounded by towering trees. Whether hosting summer pool parties, enjoying family cookouts, working from home with a view of nature, or simply relaxing beneath the stars, the outdoor spaces are designed to be enjoyed throughout the seasons. The eat-in kitchen serves as the heart of the home with bar seating, a welcoming breakfast area, and direct access to the attached two-car garage, making daily routines effortless. An oversized loft built into the garage provides exceptional storage for seasonal décor, luggage, outdoor gear, and everything else that deserves a place without taking up precious living space. The thoughtfully designed floor plan offers the ease of first floor living with a spacious main-level primary suite, while the second floor includes three additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a conveniently located laundry and utility room creating an ideal layout for families, guests, multigenerational living, or dedicated home office space. Outside, the property has been intentionally maintained as a low-maintenance natural landscape where native hardwoods provide shade, create privacy, and contribute to a thriving habitat for the year-round and seasonal wildlife that make Orange County so special. Rather than demanding constant upkeep, the setting invites you to slow down, enjoy the changing seasons, and experience the beauty just beyond your back door. Located in the intimate Mel Oaks Estates neighborhood, this home offers the charm of a small community without the added burden of an active homeowners' association. Restrictive covenants help preserve the character of the community, while quiet streets are perfect for evening dog walks, bike or scooter rides, and connecting with neighbors along the way. Zoned for the highly regarded Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools and located just 4.6 miles from downtown Carrboro's celebrated restaurants, cafés, farmers market, music venues, and local shops, you'll enjoy the best of both worlds - a private retreat that feels miles away from it all while remaining just minutes to everything. Whether you're searching for a home to grow into, a peaceful place to work remotely, a backyard built for entertaining, or simply more space to enjoy life at your own pace, this Mel Oaks Estates property offers a lifestyle that's increasingly difficult to find in or around Chapel Hill. Read Less

Courtesy of Boro Realty, Clayton Nell, 919-240-7016.

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Jul 28, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

2,250

Lot Size

1.13 Acres

Year Built

1986

MLS Number

10182946

30 Days Snapshot Of 27516

$832k

+152%

(avg) sold price

+200%

homes sold

-26%

(avg) days on market

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Additional Details

Property Access

Road Surface Type: Asphalt

Appliances & Equipment

Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Free-Standing Electric Range, Free-Standing Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator

Building

Building Area Total: 2250, Building Area Units: Square Feet, Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Living Area Units: Square Feet, Living Area: 2250, Structure Type: House, Site Built, Year Built: 1986

Cooling

Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump, Cooling Included

Doors

Features: French Doors

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Rear Porch

Fence

Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Partial

Fireplaces

Fireplace Included, Features: Living Room

Floors

Flooring: Carpet, Parquet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood

Foundation

Foundation Details: Raised

Garage

2 garage spaces, Attached Garage, Garage Included

Heating

Heating: Central, Electric, Heat Pump, Heating Included

Interior Features

Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Recessed Lighting, Vaulted Ceiling(s)

Laundry

Features: Inside, Laundry Room, Upper Level

Lot

Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Hardwood Trees, Native Plants, Private, Lot Size Acres: 1.13, Lot Size Area: 1.13, Lot Size Square Feet: 49222.8, Lot Size Units: Acres, Parcel Number: 9757754132

Parking

Parking Features: Asphalt, Attached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Side, Kitchen Level, Paved, Private, Workshop in Garage, Open Parking

Pool

Pool Features: Fenced, In Ground, Outdoor Pool, Private, Pool Private YN: t

Property

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence, View: Trees/Woods, Zoning: RB

Roof

Roof: Shingle

Sewer

Sewer: Septic Tank

Taxes

Tax Annual Amount: 5448.83

Utilities

Utilities: Electricity Connected, Septic Connected, Water Connected, Water Source: Private, Well

Windows

Window Features: Skylight(s)

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