616 Watkins Rd

164,221 / 3.77
Lot Size / Acres

Description

Back on market ! No fault of the seller! Peaceful 3.77-Acre Wooded Retreat with Creek Frontage, Natural Spring & Utilities - Just Minutes from Historic Downtown Hillsborough. Nestled in a quiet rural setting with no restrictions just 10 minutes from the charm and convenience of popular historic downtown Hillsborough, this 3.77-acre slice of nature offers the perfect balance of seclusion and accessibility. Surrounded by mature hardwoods and natural beauty, the property features a cleared homesite,...Back on market ! No fault of the seller! Peaceful 3.77-Acre Wooded Retreat with Creek Frontage, Natural Spring & Utilities - Just Minutes from Historic Downtown Hillsborough. Nestled in a quiet rural setting with no restrictions just 10 minutes from the charm and convenience of popular historic downtown Hillsborough, this 3.77-acre slice of nature offers the perfect balance of seclusion and accessibility. Surrounded by mature hardwoods and natural beauty, the property features a cleared homesite, ready for your dream build. All the essentials are already in place: a private well, electric, septic system, and a gravel driveway make this land truly move-in ready for your custom home or getaway retreat. You have true privacy as you pass the homes , turn the corner and follow the gravel driveway all the way back to the clearing where there was a previous home site. You will appreciate the year-round natural spring and a 16-foot-wide creek that winds along the back of the property, offering approximately 220 feet of frontage. This serene water feature flows 12 months a year and attracts a variety of local wildlife, from deer to songbirds and more - creating a peaceful place to call home. Whether you're looking to build or simply wanting to escape the hustle and bustle, this rare property provides a unique opportunity to own a piece of rural paradise within 10 minutes to restaurants, gas stations shops, Interstate 40 and 85 as well as 15 minutes to UNC Hospital Hillsborough Campus. Don't miss your chance to experience the best of both worlds - privacy, nature, and convenience - all in one! Schedule your showing today!
  1. Listed by Danielle Nicole Born • Coldwell Banker HPW
  2. Listed by Whitney Nicole Sneed • Coldwell Banker HPW

Property Details for 616 Watkins Road

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Creek/Stream, Trees/Woods
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Yes
Subdivision
Not in a Subdivision
LISTING UPDATED: 01/16/2026 12:43 PM

Property Details for 616 Watkins Road

StatusActive
MLS #10089887
Days on Market230
Taxes$586 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeLand
MLS TypeLand / Unimproved Land
Year Built-
Lot Size3.77 AC
CountyOrange County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker HPW
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Building Information for 616 Watkins Road

Lot Size3.77 AC

Payment Calculator

$1,048 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$999

Property Taxes

$49

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 616 Watkins Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: AR
  • Directions: From Hwy 70, Take Hwy 86 N. Left on Coleman Loop Rd. Left on Old Cedar Grove Rd. Right on Watkins Rd. Property at end of road. Go past all the homes and turn the corner and drive all the way down gravel driveway to the clearing where previous homesite was.
  • Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
  • Latitude: 36.107226
  • Longitude: -79.121232
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $585.70
  • City Limits YN: No
  • Lot Number: 4+5
  • Restrictive Covenants YN: No
Contract Information
  • Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
  • Property Leased YN: No
  • Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
  • Due Diligence Expiration Date: 2026-01-12
School Information
  • Elementary School: Orange - Pathways
  • Middle Or Junior School: Orange - Orange
  • High School: Orange - Orange
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Hardwood Trees, Many Trees, Native Plants, Partially Cleared, Private, See Remarks, Driveway
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 229 x 260 x 172 x 841
  • Other Structures: None
  • Parcel Number: 9865379900
  • List PriceAcre: 54376.66
  • Road Frontage Length: 0
Property and Assessments
  • Photos Count: 28
  • Possible Use: Manufactured Home, Residential, Single Family
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: None
  • Current Use: Residential
  • Senior Community: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Septic Available, Septic Connected, Water Available, Water Connected, Underground Utilities
  • Water Source: Well
  • Water_Sewer: Well, Septic Tank, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Septic Available, Septic Connected, Water Available, Water Connected, Underground Utilities
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: None
  • Pool Private: No
Interior Features
  • Interior: Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Septic Available, Septic Connected, Water Available, Water Connected, Underground Utilities
  • Additional Equipment: None
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Property Type: Land
  • Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 616 Watkins Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 16, 2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10089887

$205,000—
Jan 16, 2026

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10089887

$205,000—
Nov 27, 2025

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #10089887

—
Oct 29, 2025

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10089887

$185,000—
Sep 3, 2025

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10089887

$205,000—
Aug 11, 2025

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10089887

$220,000—
Apr 17, 2025

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10089887

$240,000—
Dec 16, 2022

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2475861

$123,000—
Dec 16, 2022

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #124721

$123,000—
Dec 16, 2022

Sold

AMLS #2475861

$123,000—
Dec 16, 2022

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #124721

$123,000—
Dec 16, 2022

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2475861

$123,000—
Dec 16, 2022

Sold

AMLS #124721

$123,000—
Nov 9, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1503128557

$123,000—
Nov 9, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1503128557

$123,000

+3.6% / yr

Oct 19, 2022

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2475861

—
Oct 19, 2022

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2475861

—
Oct 18, 2022

Pending

AMLS #124721

—
Sep 23, 2022

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2475861

$135,000—
Sep 23, 2022

Listed (Active)

AMLS #124721

$135,000—
Sep 23, 2022

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2475861

$135,000—
Sep 23, 2022

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #124721

$135,000—
Sep 23, 2022

Listed (Active)

AMLS #2475861

$135,000—
Sep 23, 2022

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #124721

$135,000—
Oct 11, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #227550227

$72,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/16/2026

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10089887

$205,000
01/16/2026

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10089887

$205,000
11/27/2025

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #10089887

—
10/29/2025

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10089887

$185,000
09/03/2025

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10089887

$205,000
08/11/2025

Price Change

TRIANGLEMLS #10089887

$220,000
04/17/2025

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #10089887

$240,000
12/16/2022

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2475861

$123,000
12/16/2022

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #124721

$123,000
12/16/2022

Sold

AMLS #2475861

$123,000
12/16/2022

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #124721

$123,000
12/16/2022

Sold

TRIANGLEMLS #2475861

$123,000
12/16/2022

Sold

AMLS #124721

$123,000
11/09/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1503128557

$123,000
11/09/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1503128557

$123,000

+3.6% / yr

10/19/2022

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2475861

—
10/19/2022

Pending

TRIANGLEMLS #2475861

—
10/18/2022

Pending

AMLS #124721

—
09/23/2022

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2475861

$135,000
09/23/2022

Listed (Active)

AMLS #124721

$135,000
09/23/2022

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #2475861

$135,000
09/23/2022

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #124721

$135,000
09/23/2022

Listed (Active)

AMLS #2475861

$135,000
09/23/2022

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #124721

$135,000
10/11/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #227550227

$72,500

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Public Records for 616 Watkins Road

Taxable ValueLand$126,400Additions-Total$126,400
Tax Record2025$923 ($77 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,560 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,560 SqFtStories1Lot Size164,221 SqFtStyleResidentialYear Built1987ZoningARCountyORANGEAPN9865-37-9900

Schools near 616 Watkins Road

This home is within Orange County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Pathways Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Orange Middle School
Public6 to 8

Orange High
Public9 to 12

Hillsborough Elementary
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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616 Watkins Road is a 3.77 ac of land for sale in Hillsborough, NC 27278. This property was listed for sale on April 17, 2025 by Coldwell Banker HPW, it's currently listed at $205,000. It has been on the market for a total of 230 days and was last sold on December 16, 2022. This listing's school district is Orange County School District. Nearby schools include Pathways Elementary, Orange Middle School and Orange High. 616 Watkins Road is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 3.77 ac of land on a 164,221 sq. ft. / 3.77 acres lot.

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