Price Reduction - Views
Address
111 Battle Lane, Chapel Hill, NC
Price
$ 2,200,000
Property Attributes
  • MLS#10011373
  • TypeSingle Family
  • CountyORANGE
  • CityChapel Hill
  • AreaOrange
  • NeighborhoodHistoric District
  • Zip27514
  • StyleTraditional
  • Year Built1922
  • Taxes$ 15484
  • Price$ 2,200,000
  • Bedrooms3
  • Full Bathrooms3
  • Half Bathrooms1
  • Sqr Footage2810
  • Lot Size11,326 SqFt
Data Source:
Triangle MLS (TMLS)
Property Description

Charm, grace and history in a lovely home nestled on the edge of the UNC campus. On the corner of Battle and Hooper Lanes, the historic Graves home is a block from the Coker arboretum and University system president's residence, and a short walk from UNC's McCorkle Place and the shops, restaurants and services of East Franklin Street. This gracious home features a large living room spanning the depth of the house with a fireplace and bookshelves, and a lovely dining room, perfect for entertaining, and an option for a first floor bedroom, with a recently renovated and accessible full bath with a zero entry shower.The kitchen and breakfast room and a half bath complete the first floor. Upstairs there are three bedrooms, two recently renovated full baths, and a large laundry room. There is also a full basement, offering plenty of storage as well as room for a wine cellar or other potential expansion. The Charleston-style gardens match the charm of the home, with blooms year-round. Old stone walls enclose manicured boxwood hedges, climbing roses, camellias, evergreen trees and other plantings to create a private oasis at the edge of campus. Unique accents include a vintage millstone, a birdbath and a capital that was removed from UNC's Gerrard Hall during its renovation in 1892. An expansive porch overlooks the garden and serves as a wonderful place to enjoy the company of friends and family with a glass of wine or evening dinner. The home was built in 1922 for Louis Graves, the university's first professor of journalism, with generations of his ancestors serving the university since its founding in 1793, including its first steward. It was a social hub for the university during Graves' long residence, when he and his wife, Mim, hosted many distinguished visitors, including the poet Robert Frost, who later wrote a poem in honor of Mrs. Graves. The current owners added onto the existing office in 2020, building a custom garage that can hold up to three cars, or a fourth with the addition of a car lift. Architectural sketches have been drawn to create the option of an upper level in the garage for an apartment or studio. The home could potentially be expanded by enclosing the porch off the living room or adding apace above it, expanding the den into the existing brick patio, or connecting the house with the garage. Exterior changes must be approved by the Chapel Hill Historic District Commission. This well-tended and located home offers remarkable access to all that the town has to offer, with the theatre, concerts and athletic events all close by. Owned by just a few families over the course of its 102-year life, this home is ready to be loved by new owners who will also treasure its special place in Chapel Hill. All appliances included. Washer, dryer, refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, Subzero mini-freezer. New double ovens and range hood installed March 2024. These items do not convey: Dining room chandelier and sconces, breakfast room chandelier, 3 mirrors (in downstairs half bathroom and full bathroom, and in upstairs hall bathroom), two tall mirrors on side porch. Chandeliers can be replaced prior to closing or a credit offered.

Elementary School Middle School High School
CH/Carrboro - Northside Elementary School CH/Carrboro - Grey Culbreth Middle School CH/Carrboro - East Chapel Hill High School
Price History
2/13/2024 Listed $2,475,000
3/8/2024 6% - $2,349,000
4/4/2024 5% - $2,250,000
4/23/2024 3% - $2,200,000

General Features

Interior Features Bathtub/Shower Combination,Bookcases,Pantry,Crown Molding,Eat-in Kitchen,Entrance Foyer,High Ceilings,High Speed Internet,Laminate Counters,Separate Shower,Smooth Ceilings,Storage,Walk-In Shower
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Forced Air,Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air,Dual
Utilities Cable Available,Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Connected,Phone Available,Sewer Connected,Water Connected
Roof Shingle
Appliances Double Oven,Dryer,Freezer,Gas Cooktop,Gas Oven,Gas Water Heater,Microwave,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Washer
Exterior Features Garden,Private Yard,Rain Gutters
Garage Spaces 2
Patio/Porch Features Covered,Front Porch,Rear Porch,Side Porch,Terrace
Architectural Style Traditional
Construction Materials Clapboard,Wood Siding
Year Built 1922
View Garden,See Remarks
Stories 2
Levels Two
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Property SubType Single Family Residence
Accessibility Accessible Full Bath
County Orange
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
HOA / Comm Assn No
Attached Garage No
Subdivision Name Historic District
Garage Y/N Yes
Other Structures Garage(s),Outbuilding,Workshop
Total Rooms 9
Status Active
Directions From East Franklin Street,turn onto Battle Lane. The home will be on the left on the corner of Battle and Hooper Lanes.
ModificationTimestamp 2024-04-28T15:48:52.000Z
High School CH/Carrboro - East Chapel Hill
City Chapel Hill
Buyer Agent Compensation 2.50
View Y/N Yes
Senior Community Y/N No
Open Parking Spaces 3
Lot Size Square Feet 11325.6
Waterfront Y/N No
Carport Y/N No
Street Name Battle
Elementary School CH/Carrboro - Northside
Property Attached Y/N No
Tax Annual Amount 15484.72
Middle/Junior High School CH/Carrboro - Grey Culbreth
Lease Considered Y/N No
Virtual Tour http://pfretour.com/mls_strict/99974
Days on Market 75
Structure Type Site Built
Building Area Units Square Feet
Standard Status Active
Buyer Agent Compensation Type %

Interior Features

Basement Full,Interior Entry,Storage Space,Sump Pump,Unfinished,Unheated
Flooring Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Hardwood
Total Fireplaces 2
Fireplace Features Decorative,Den,Living Room
Air Conditioning Y/N Yes
Heating Y/N Yes
Window Features Plantation Shutters
Fireplace Y/N Yes
Above Grade Finished Area 2810
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Street Suffix Lane
Laundry Features Electric Dryer Hookup,Laundry Room,Upper Level,Washer Hookup
Total Bedrooms 3
Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
Total Baths 4
Living Area Units Square Feet

Exterior Features

Fencing Stone
Parking Features Circular Driveway,Detached,Garage,Garage Door Opener,Gravel,Off Street
Lot Features Corner Lot,Garden,Hardwood Trees,Landscaped,Near Public Transit,Private,Rectangular Lot
Water Source Public
Lot Size Area 11325.6
Foundation Details Brick/Mortar,Permanent
Spa No
Building Area Total 2810
Lot Dimensions 75 x 149.91
Lot Size Acres 0.26
Road Surface Type Asphalt
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Door Features French Doors,Storm Door(s)
Road Frontage Type City Street
Open Parking Y/N Yes
Horse Y/N No

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Property vs Single Family Average in 27514

Price
AVG $1.61M
$2.2M
Taxes
AVG $16,194
$15,484
Visits
AVG 485
515
Data Provided by Inside Real Estate®
Year Built
AVG 1980
1922