For Sale House MLS# 10185062

908 Greenwood Road

Chapel Hill, NC 27514

$2,900,000

  • 5Beds
  • 7Baths
  • 5,794Sq Ft
  • 1.02Acres
  • 1939Built
  • $501Per Sq Ft
  • 100Days Listed
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About 908 Greenwood Road

Undeniable curb appeal announces this extraordinary 1939 Greenwood estate before you even step inside. Set on a private, one-acre wooded lot and cloaked in mystery by its rare Jeffersonian serpentine brick wall, the property unfolds along a brick paver, wood-lined walkway to an iconic wrap-around porch — the kind built for rocking chairs, sweet tea, and long evenings. Step through the door and discover a masterful blend of old-world character and modern luxury across three finished levels. Gleaming hardwood floors flow throughout light-filled rooms, anchored by a gathering room framed in a wall of windows, transom detail, and custom built-ins. The chef's kitchen is a study in refinement: a Wolf gas range, dual dishwashers, wine refrigerator, ice maker, walk-in pantry. A sophisticated wet bar, complete with glass-front cabinetry, sets the stage for effortless entertaining. Rest and retreat are equally elevated with 2 exquisite primary suites — one on each level — offering spa-caliber bathrooms appointed with a classic claw-foot soaking tub, oversized walk-in closets, and separate glass showers. A third-floor retreat adds even more flexibility, room perfect for a bedroom/office/playroom, full bath, and private gym — ideal for guests, a home fitness studio, or a peaceful work-from-home escape. The outdoor living is every bit as extraordinary as what's found within. Ascend from the upper primary suite to a private rooftop veranda, then descend a graceful spiral staircase to a fully fenced, resort-style rear yard centered on a stunning heated pool — a private oasis designed for al fresco entertaining beneath the stars. Completing this exceptional offering is a fully furnished 708-square-foot guest apartment or in-law suite above the garage, thoughtfully finished with its own kitchen, stainless appliances, washer/dryer, and a generous 13x16 living room — perfect for guests, extended family, or a private studio retreat. Ideally situated just moments from Battle Park, the University of North Carolina campus and hospital, PlayMakers Repertory Company, and Chapel Hill's finest dining and shopping — this is a rare offering where timeless architecture meets uncompromising luxury.

Property details

Property

Type
Single Family Residence
MLS type
Single Family Home
Status
Active
Year built
1939
Stories
2
Living area
5,794 sqft
Price / sqft
$501
Lot
1.02
Full baths
6
Half baths
1
Original price
$3,100,000
MLS #
10185062

Interior

Features
Bar, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Bookcases, Chandelier, Crown Molding, Central Vacuum, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Primary Downstairs, Recessed Lighting, Smart Home, Smart Light(s), Soaking Tub, Track Lighting, Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet(s), Second Primary Bedroom, Apartment/Suite, Butler's Pantry, Separate Shower, Walk-In Shower, Water Closet, Quartz Counters, Smooth Ceilings, Bedroom, Fire Pit, Family Room, Glass Doors, Gas Log, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Fireplace, Fireplaces: 3
Appliances
Bar Fridge, Built-In Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Wine Cooler, Washer/Dryer
Flooring
Hardwood, Tile, Wood
Heating
Electric, Fireplace(s), Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Heat Pump
Fireplaces
3
Laundry
Laundry Closet, In Hall, Inside, Laundry Room, Other, Washer Hookup

Exterior & lot

Features
Traditional, Balcony, Fire Pit, Garden, Lighting, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard, Outbuilding, Shed(s)
Construction
Fiber Cement
Roof
Metal, Rubber, Shingle
Foundation
Crawlspace
Lot
R-LD1
Patio & porch
Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Other, Patio, Porch, Rear Porch, Screened, Wrap Around
Fence
Back Yard, Fenced, Gate
View
Forest, Trees/Woods
Pool
Fenced, In Ground, Outdoor Pool, Private
Parking
Driveway, Garage, Parking Pad
Garage spaces
2

Schools

District
Chapel Hill-Carrboro Schools
Elementary
Chapel Hill Carrboro - Northside Elementary School
Middle
Chapel Hill Carrboro - Grey Culbreth Middle School
High
Chapel Hill Carrboro - East Chapel Hill High School

Utilities

Utilities
Public Sewer, Public, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Security
Smoke Detector(s)

Financial

Financial
Doorify MLS
Annual tax
$28,174
Tax year
2026
Parcel
9798063947
Legal
W/S Greenwood Rd
Special conditions
Standard

Location

Subdivision
Greenwood
County
Orange
Neighborhood
Greenwood
Community
Street Lights, Paved

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Listed by Laura Whayne, RE/MAX United

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