Space, flexibility, and a little room to breathe are all on the table in this 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home sitting on 1.39 acres with a large fenced area and plenty of possibilities!! Inside, the home has been refreshed with fresh paint, popcorn ceiling removal, updated fixtures, a new HVAC system, cleaned ductwork and a new water heater! The homeowners have also thoughtfully invested in the property to manage rainwater runoff with French drains and hardscaping to the front and back yard. In addition, there's the detached garage! Previously used as a dog grooming studio, the space features durable concrete-coated floors and could easily take on a new life as a home office, creative studio, workshop, gym, or just a great spot to hang out. Once you throw in the front porch, the enclosed porch, back deck, and expansive yard, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the property both inside and out. All of this comes with convenient access to Durham and Hillsborough and no city taxes! Come check out this gem of a home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1984Year Built
1.39 acresLot Size
$374Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Josh McGinnis• Compass -- Chapel Hill - Durham
Sale and tax history for 3900 University Station Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
TMLS #10192280
Sep 23, 2026
Pending
—
Sep 11, 2026
Listed
$409,000
$374/sq ft
TMLS #2174717
Jul 30, 2018
Sold
$218,000
$199/sq ft
Jul 20, 2018
Pending
—
Jun 23, 2018
Contingent
—
Jun 19, 2018
Relisted
—
Jun 11, 2018
Contingent
—
Jun 5, 2018
Price Changed
$224,900
$206/sq ft
May 30, 2018
Relisted
—
May 21, 2018
Contingent
—
May 17, 2018
Relisted
—
May 13, 2018
Contingent
—
May 11, 2018
Price Changed
$229,900
$210/sq ft
May 2, 2018
Price Changed
$239,900
$219/sq ft
Apr 28, 2018
Relisted
—
Apr 1, 2018
Contingent
—
Mar 12, 2018
Price Changed
$249,900
$229/sq ft
Feb 22, 2018
Listed
$254,900
$233/sq ft
Feb 22, 2018
Listed
$224,900
$206/sq ft
+20
Reduced $10K for quick sale. Live in the country with only a short commute to jobs at Duke, UNC and RTP. Central to everything. Renovated kitchen and baths with all the "I wants". Everything, inside and out has been fastidiously maintained by original owner. You can move in and enjoy immediately. Benefit from low maintenance costs, low taxes, and a comfortable, well-built house. TREX used on 16x16 deck w/ pergola I year home warranty included
TMLS #1830902
Nov 30, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Apr 12, 2012
Listed
$169,990
$156/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,506 (+7.1%)
$100,100 + $226,400
$326,500
2024
$2,340 (+4.6%)
$54,000 + $170,100
$224,100
2023
$2,238 (+0.4%)
$54,000 + $170,100
$224,100
2022
$2,228 (+2.3%)
$54,000 + $170,100
$224,100
2021
$2,178 (−1.3%)
$54,000 + $170,100
$224,100
2020
$2,206
$54,000 + $160,000
$214,000
2019
$2,206 (+77.3%)
$54,000 + $160,000
$214,000
2017
$1,245 (+31.7%)
$52,000 + $113,800
$165,800
2016
$945 (−31.3%)
$52,000 + $113,800
$165,800
2015
$1,376 (+1.5%)
$38,900 + $93,660
$132,560
2014
$1,356 (+1.9%)
$38,900 + $93,660
$132,560
2013
$1,330 (+2.2%)
$38,900 + $93,660
$132,560
2011
$1,302 (+0.8%)
$38,900 + $93,660
$132,560
2010
$1,292
$38,900 + $93,660
$132,560
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.39 Acres
Year renovated
2009
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,280
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,280
Year built
1984
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
9882871991
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
R1
Rural Residential District
The purpose of the Rural Residential (R-1) District is to provide locations for rural non-farm residential development, at very low intensities, in areas where the short and long-term solutions to domestic water supply and sewage disposal shall be individual wells and ground absorption system.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Other
Public service
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
72/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Chapel Hill. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 3900 University Station Rd
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