6817 Guess Rd
Hillsborough, NC 27278

$425,000

Price

Beds

Baths

2,154 Sq. Ft.

$197 / Sq. Ft.

2,154

Sq. Ft.

$197

per Sq. Ft.

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Description

Charming Colonial Retreat Minutes from Downtown Durham and Hillsborough! Welcome to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home nestled in a peaceful, park-like setting just minutes from downtown Hillsborough and Durham, with easy access to I-85 and NC-157. This spacious 2,100+ sq ft residence blends comfort, style, and versatility. Inside, you'll find an inviting layout with updated flooring and tile backsplashes in the kitchen and bathrooms. The cozy keeping room with fireplace flows seamlessly...Charming Colonial Retreat Minutes from Downtown Durham and Hillsborough! Welcome to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home nestled in a peaceful, park-like setting just minutes from downtown Hillsborough and Durham, with easy access to I-85 and NC-157. This spacious 2,100+ sq ft residence blends comfort, style, and versatility. Inside, you'll find an inviting layout with updated flooring and tile backsplashes in the kitchen and bathrooms. The cozy keeping room with fireplace flows seamlessly into the heart of the home, while the formal dining and gracious living room provide ideal spaces for entertaining and everyday living. A standout feature is the renovated semi-detached flex room with private entrance through the carport—perfect for a home office, guest suite, studio, or creative workspace. Step outside to enjoy lush landscaping and a generous backyard retreat, ideal for gardening, relaxing, or hosting gatherings beneath mature trees. Additional highlights include ample parking and a newer roof (2023) for added peace of mind. Whether you're seeking a serene retreat or a versatile home for modern living, this exceptional Colonial offers it all. Schedule your private tour today and experience the charm of Hillsborough living!

Listed by Angela Mechelle Hanks • The Real Estate Co. NC | VA

Property Details for 6817 Guess Road

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Trees/Woods

View

Yes

Subdivision

Oak Forest

LISTING UPDATED: 02/07/2026 10:40 PM

Property Details for 6817 Guess Road

Status	Active
MLS #	10145330
Days on Market	2
Taxes	$2,743 / year
HOA Fees	-
Condo/Co-op Fees	-
Compass Type	Single Family
MLS Type	Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built	1973
Lot Size	0.71 AC / 30,927 SF
County	Durham County

Location

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Building Information for 6817 Guess Road

Stories-Year Built1973Building Size-Lot Size0.71 AC / 30,927 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,300 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,071

Property Taxes

$229

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 6817 Guess Road

Summary

Location and General Information

Zoning: RR
Directions: From Durham take US-15 BUS N/US-501 BUS N/N Roxboro St. Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto the I-85 S/US-15 S/US-70 W ramp to Greensboro. Take exit 175 for NC-157 N/ Guess Rd. Use the right 2 lanes to turn right onto NC-157 N/ Guess Rd. 6817 Guess Rd is on the left.

Subdivision Name: Oak Forest
Latitude: 36.127724
Longitude: -78.946012
Road Frontage Type: State Road
Road Surface Type: Asphalt

Taxes and HOA Information

Association: No
Tax Annual Amount: $2,743.19

City Limits YN: No
Lot Number: 24
Restrictive Covenants YN: No

Contract Information

Comp Sale YN: No
Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc

Property Leased YN: No
Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)

School Information

Elementary School: Durham - Mangum
Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Carrington

High School: Durham - Northern

Parking

Open Parking: Yes
Parking Features: Additional Parking, Asphalt, Attached Carport

Carport Spaces: 2.0
Carport: Yes
Attached Garage: No
Garage: No

Property

Lot Information

Building Area Total: 2154.0
Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Native Plants, Sloped Down

Architectural Style: Colonial
Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0
Parcel Number: 188725
Structure Type: House, Site Built
Enhanced Accessible: No
Primary Residence YN: No

Property and Assessments

New Construction: No
Photos Count: 52

Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Community Features: Suburban
Senior Community: No
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled

Utilities

Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Septic Connected, Water Available

Water Source: Well
Water_Sewer: Well, Septic Tank, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Septic Connected, Water Available

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Construction Materials: Brick
Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Private Entrance, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Smart Lock(s)

Fencing: Back Yard
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar, Combination
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch
Pool Private: No
Roof: Shingle, See Remarks
New Construction Type: Brick, House, Site Built

Interior Features

Levels: Two
Flooring: Vinyl

Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Cooling?: Yes
Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
Heating?: Yes
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Free-Standing Refrigerator
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Crown Molding, Dining L, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, In-Law Floorplan, Keeping Room, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Smooth Ceilings, Storage
Equipment Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Free-Standing Refrigerator
Interior: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Septic Connected, Water Available, Additional Parking, Asphalt, Attached Carport, Brick, Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Equipment: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level, Washer Hookup, Additional Parking, Asphalt, Attached Carport

Room Information

Rooms Total: 11.0

Room 1

Room Dimensions: 17 x 13.42
Room Width: 13.42

Room Length: 17.0
Room Level: Second
Room Type: Primary Bedroom

Room 2

Room Dimensions: 7.75 x 6.5
Room Width: 6.5

Room Length: 7.75
Room Level: Second
Room Type: Primary Bathroom

Room 3

Room Dimensions: 19.17 x 10.58
Room Width: 10.58

Room Length: 19.17
Room Level: First
Room Type: Office

Room 4

Room Dimensions: 15 x 13
Room Width: 13.0

Room Length: 15.0
Room Level: First
Room Type: Living Room

Room 5

Room Dimensions: 9.33 x 6
Room Width: 6.0

Room Length: 9.33
Room Level: First
Room Type: Laundry

Room 6

Room Dimensions: 10.08 x 13.75
Room Width: 13.75

Room Length: 10.08
Room Level: First
Room Type: Kitchen

Room 7

Room Dimensions: 11.9 x 14.25
Room Width: 14.25

Room Length: 11.9
Room Level: First
Room Type: Family Room

Room 8

Room Dimensions: 10.08 x 13.42
Room Width: 13.42

Room Length: 10.08
Room Level: First
Room Type: Dining Room

Room 9

Room Dimensions: 19.33 x 13
Room Width: 13.0

Room Length: 19.33
Room Level: Second
Room Type: Bedroom 2

Room 10

Room Dimensions: 10.9 x 13.42
Room Width: 13.42

Room Length: 10.9
Room Level: Second
Room Type: Bathroom 3

Room 11

Room Dimensions: 9.33 x 6
Room Width: 6.0

Room Length: 9.33
Room Level: Second
Room Type: Bathroom 2

Agent

Sale and Listing

Property Type: Residential
Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 6817 Guess Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Feb 6, 2026	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #10145330	$425,000	—
Nov 7, 2025	Withdrawn TRIANGLEMLS #10104022		—
Jul 29, 2025	Price Change TRIANGLEMLS #10104022	$415,000	—
Jul 18, 2025	Price Change TRIANGLEMLS #10104022	$430,000	—
Jun 18, 2025	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #10104022	$449,500	—
Mar 31, 2023	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1508118377	$323,000	-6.8% / yr
Mar 31, 2023	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #2462731	$323,000	—
Mar 31, 2023	Sold AMLS #2462731	$323,000	—
Mar 31, 2023	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #2462731	$323,000	—
Mar 30, 2023	Pending AMLS #2462731		—
Feb 15, 2023	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #2462731		—
Feb 15, 2023	Price Change TRIANGLEMLS #2462731	$336,000	—
Feb 15, 2023	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #2462731		—
Dec 27, 2022	Temporarily Off Market TRIANGLEMLS #2462731		—
Aug 30, 2022	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #2462731		—
Aug 11, 2022	Price Change TRIANGLEMLS #2462731	$340,000	—
Jul 29, 2022	Price Change TRIANGLEMLS #2462731	$353,000	—
Jul 15, 2022	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #2462731	$380,000	—
Jul 15, 2022	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #2462731	$380,000	—
Jul 15, 2022	Listed (Active) AMLS #2462731	$380,000	—
Jun 24, 2022	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1493447100	$341,000	+15.2% / yr
Dec 17, 2021	Expired TRIANGLEMLS #2415529		—
Dec 17, 2021	Expired TRIANGLEMLS #2415529		—
Dec 16, 2021	Expired AMLS #2415529	$320,000	—
Nov 16, 2021	Withdrawn TRIANGLEMLS #2415529		—
Nov 16, 2021	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #2415529		—
Oct 27, 2021	Temporarily Off Market TRIANGLEMLS #2415529		—
Oct 25, 2021	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #2415529	$329,000	—
Oct 25, 2021	Price Change TRIANGLEMLS #2415529	$329,000	—
Oct 25, 2021	Listed (Active) AMLS #2415529	$329,000	—
Oct 24, 2021	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #2415529	$320,000	—
Mar 2, 2018	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #2158866	$185,000	—
Mar 2, 2018	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #2158866		—
Mar 2, 2018	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #2158866	$185,000	—
Mar 1, 2018	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #2158866	$185,000	—
Mar 1, 2018	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #2158866		—
Feb 27, 2018	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #617214296	$185,000	+0.6% / yr
Dec 26, 2017	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #2158866		—
Oct 31, 2017	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #2158866	$188,000	—
Oct 31, 2017	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #2158866	$188,000	—
May 29, 2006	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #825987	$172,300	—
May 29, 2006	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #825987	$172,300	—
May 15, 2006	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #212370679	$172,500	—
May 13, 2006	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #825987		—
Nov 13, 2005	Expired TRIANGLEMLS #802556		—
Nov 13, 2005	Expired AMLS #802556	$175,000	—
Sep 26, 2005	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #825987	$174,900	—
Sep 26, 2005	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #825987	$174,900	—
Sep 20, 2005	Withdrawn TRIANGLEMLS #802556		—
Jul 10, 2005	Expired TRIANGLEMLS #780054		—
Jul 10, 2005	Expired AMLS #780054	$199,900	—
May 16, 2005	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #802556	$185,000	—
May 16, 2005	Listed (Active) AMLS #802556	$185,000	—
May 16, 2005	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #802556	$185,000	—
May 3, 2005	Withdrawn TRIANGLEMLS #780054		—
Jan 10, 2005	Listed (Active) AMLS #780054	$205,000	—
Jan 10, 2005	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #780054	$205,000	—
Jan 10, 2005	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #780054	$205,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
02/06/2026	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #10145330	$425,000
11/07/2025	Withdrawn TRIANGLEMLS #10104022	—
07/29/2025	Price Change TRIANGLEMLS #10104022	$415,000
07/18/2025	Price Change TRIANGLEMLS #10104022	$430,000
06/18/2025	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #10104022	$449,500
03/31/2023	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1508118377	$323,000 -6.8% / yr
03/31/2023	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #2462731	$323,000
03/31/2023	Sold AMLS #2462731	$323,000
03/31/2023	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #2462731	$323,000
03/30/2023	Pending AMLS #2462731	—
02/15/2023	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #2462731	—
02/15/2023	Price Change TRIANGLEMLS #2462731	$336,000
02/15/2023	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #2462731	—
12/27/2022	Temporarily Off Market TRIANGLEMLS #2462731	—
08/30/2022	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #2462731	—
08/11/2022	Price Change TRIANGLEMLS #2462731	$340,000
07/29/2022	Price Change TRIANGLEMLS #2462731	$353,000
07/15/2022	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #2462731	$380,000
07/15/2022	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #2462731	$380,000
07/15/2022	Listed (Active) AMLS #2462731	$380,000
06/24/2022	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1493447100	$341,000 +15.2% / yr
12/17/2021	Expired TRIANGLEMLS #2415529	—
12/17/2021	Expired TRIANGLEMLS #2415529	—
12/16/2021	Expired AMLS #2415529	$320,000
11/16/2021	Withdrawn TRIANGLEMLS #2415529	—
11/16/2021	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #2415529	—
10/27/2021	Temporarily Off Market TRIANGLEMLS #2415529	—
10/25/2021	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #2415529	$329,000
10/25/2021	Price Change TRIANGLEMLS #2415529	$329,000
10/25/2021	Listed (Active) AMLS #2415529	$329,000
10/24/2021	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #2415529	$320,000
03/02/2018	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #2158866	$185,000
03/02/2018	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #2158866	—
03/02/2018	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #2158866	$185,000
03/01/2018	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #2158866	$185,000
03/01/2018	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #2158866	—
02/27/2018	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #617214296	$185,000 +0.6% / yr
12/26/2017	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #2158866	—
10/31/2017	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #2158866	$188,000
10/31/2017	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #2158866	$188,000
05/29/2006	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #825987	$172,300
05/29/2006	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #825987	$172,300
05/15/2006	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #212370679	$172,500
05/13/2006	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #825987	—
11/13/2005	Expired TRIANGLEMLS #802556	—
11/13/2005	Expired AMLS #802556	$175,000
09/26/2005	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #825987	$174,900
09/26/2005	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #825987	$174,900
09/20/2005	Withdrawn TRIANGLEMLS #802556	—
07/10/2005	Expired TRIANGLEMLS #780054	—
07/10/2005	Expired AMLS #780054	$199,900
05/16/2005	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #802556	$185,000
05/16/2005	Listed (Active) AMLS #802556	$185,000
05/16/2005	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #802556	$185,000
05/03/2005	Withdrawn TRIANGLEMLS #780054	—
01/10/2005	Listed (Active) AMLS #780054	$205,000
01/10/2005	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #780054	$205,000
01/10/2005	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #780054	$205,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 6817 Guess Road

Taxable ValueLand$85,500Additions$311,063Total$396,563

Tax Record2025$2,839 ($237 / month)

Home Facts

Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,176 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,176 SqFtStories1Lot Size30,928 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1973ZoningRRCountyDURHAMAPN188725Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 6817 Guess Road

This home is within Durham Public School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
8/10	Mangum Elementary	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	4.8 mi
4/10	Lucas Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	3.6 mi
2/10	Northern High	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	3.0 mi
4/10	Ignite Online Academy	Public - Nearby school	K to 12	9.4 mi
9/10	Durham School of Technology	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	12.3 mi
10/10	Middle College High School @ Dtcc	Public - Choice school	11 to 12	11.3 mi


Rating	School	Distance
8/10	Mangum Elementary PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	4.8 mi
4/10	Lucas Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	3.6 mi
2/10	Northern High Public9 to 12 Serves this home	3.0 mi
4/10	Ignite Online Academy PublicK to 12 Nearby school	9.4 mi
9/10	Durham School of Technology Public9 to 12 Choice school	12.3 mi
10/10	Middle College High School @ Dtcc Public11 to 12 Choice school	11.3 mi

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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6817 Guess Road is a single family home for sale in Hillsborough, NC 27278. This property was listed for sale on February 6, 2026 by The Real Estate Co. NC | VA, it's currently listed at $425,000. It has been on the market for a total of 2 days and was last sold on March 31, 2023. This listing's school district is Durham Public School District. Nearby schools include Mangum Elementary, Lucas Middle School and Northern High. 6817 Guess Road is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,154 sqft single family home built in 1973.

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6817 Guess Rd
Hillsborough, NC 27278