Estimate anchored to the listed price of **$1,150,000** and adjusted for size (**4,221 sq ft**), lot size (~0.44 acres), recent interior/exterior updates and desirable Chapel Hill location. No live comparable sales pull available; range +/- ~7% accounts for typical market variance.
Spacious 5-Bed Brick Home on Quiet Chapel Hill Cul-de-Sac
This handsome 2-story brick home at 109 Ellsworth Pl sits at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac and delivers thoughtful living spaces for modern family life. The main level features a generous primary suite with two walk-in closets, a separate soaking tub and standalone shower, plus a main-floor den/office anchored by a gas fireplace — an ideal work-from-home location. Recent 2026 improvements (fresh interior and exterior paint, new Pella window, updated light fixtures and recessed lighting, sealed crawl space) give the home a refreshed, low-maintenance feel.
The heart of the house is the open kitchen, outfitted for serious cooking with a gas cooktop, double ovens, Sub-Zero refrigerator and soapstone countertops that continue into the adjoining laundry area. A second staircase from the kitchen leads up to a large bonus room with built-ins and additional upstairs living areas: two bedrooms sharing a Jack-and-Jill bath, another bedroom with en-suite access, and a very large office/gaming room — big enough for a pool table or table tennis, perfect for teenagers or multi-use needs. Permanent attic stairs deliver abundant storage, a real convenience seldom found in homes of this vintage.
Outside, the roughly .44-acre lot provides a private backyard setting with mature landscaping and room to expand outdoor living. The home is in the walk zone for McDougle Elementary and McDougle Middle (per listing), a highly practical location for families. With no HOA, flexible outdoor projects are possible pending permitting.
Practical yet elegant, this property is priced at $1,150,000 and is an excellent fit for buyers seeking a larger Chapel Hill home with main-floor convenience, multiple dedicated office/bonus spaces, and kitchen finishes that stand out in the market. Schedule a tour to experience the flow, scale and thoughtful updates in person.
A 1995 traditional on 0.44 acres.
Building
Site & utilities
Established Chapel Hill neighborhood (Ellsworth Pl area)
Researched nearby locations
Location
109 Ellsworth Pl, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
This established Chapel Hill neighborhood blends quiet residential streets with convenient access to downtown Chapel Hill, UNC amenities, and retail clusters like Southern Village. Mature trees and sidewalks create a family-friendly setting; properties in the area often attract faculty, physicians and professionals who value proximity to schools, greenways and town amenities.
Close to neighborhood parks, greenways and community recreation options; short drive to larger regional trails and UNC athletic/cultural amenities.
A factual market snapshot around 109 Ellsworth Pl.
Chapel Hill’s market in early 2026 remains moderately competitive with low-to-moderate inventory and steady buyer demand anchored to the University and local employment. Median single-family prices are elevated relative to surrounding Wake and Durham counties; family-sized homes in established neighborhoods — particularly those within walk zones of preferred schools — command a price premium. Days on market for comparable properties typically range from a few weeks to a month; well-priced, updated homes can sell faster. For this property, targeting move-up families, university faculty, and professionals seeking home offices will maximize buyer interest.
Residential single-family zoning (typical R-1/R-20 lot size district in Chapel Hill/Orange County); allows single-family dwellings, accessory structures; additions subject to setbacks and local permitting.
Zoning
Research-indicated uses
- Single Family Residence
- Accessory Structures (Sheds, Detached Garage Subject To Setback/Permit)
- Potential Accessory Dwelling Subject To Town Rules
What the research supports — and what is still worth verifying.
Key findings
- List price: $1,150,000; price per SF ≈ $272.
- 5 beds, 4.5 baths, 4,221 SF; built in 1995.
- Located in walk zone for McDougle Elementary and Middle (per listing).
- No HOA; likely municipal utilities.
- Active on market with 5 days on market at time of scrape.
What stands out about this property.
Interior Features
- 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths
- Main-level primary suite with dual walk-in closets
- Den/office with gas fireplace
- Open-concept kitchen: Sub-Zero refrigerator, double ovens, gas cooktop
- Soapstone countertops and stainless steel appliances
- Large bonus room with built-ins & second kitchen stair
- X-large upstairs office/gaming room
- Permanent attic stairs and storage
Exterior & Lot
- Brick exterior, built 1995
- Cul-de-sac location on ~0.44-acre lot
- Sealed crawl space (2026)
- Mature landscaping with room for outdoor expansion
- Driveway and off-street parking (no attached garage listed)
Location & Neighborhood
- Walk zone to McDougle Elementary & McDougle Middle (per listing)
- Short drive to Downtown Chapel Hill & UNC campus
- Nearby Southern Village / Meadowmont retail and dining
- No HOA
Walkability & Recreation
- Walkability Rating: 55/100
- Close to neighborhood parks and local trails
- Easy access to Chapel Hill greenways and community amenities
Sources & research confidence.
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