Welcome to Chapel Hill

Known to locals as Chapel Thrill, this exhilarating city holds live music, local art, bustling breweries, and a strict commitment to the community at its core.
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quaint, classic architecture, food and drink, retail, college town, active, historical, charming

LOCATED NORTHWEST OF RALEIGH

Commute Times
RDU Airport 23m. by car
Durham, NC 27m. by car
Research Triangle Park 20m. by car
Jordan Lake 27m. by car
Boundaries
East to West Pope Road to Village Drive
North to South I-40 to 501
Nearby Neighborhoods Carrboro, Hillsborough, Calvander, Eubanks, Farrington

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Chapel hill
Known to locals as Chapel Thrill, this exhilarating city holds live music, local art, bustling breweries, and a strict commitment to the community at its core.

Here, urban sophistication is steeped in rich history and served with a sweet Southern drawl. Weekly farmer’s markets pack city blocks with booths of freshly picked produce and the thumping beat of live music. Local restaurants like The Carolina Inn and Honeysuckle Tea House delight foodies and food critics alike with their award-winning offerings and intimate ambiance. Complete with top-notch universities, world-class performance centers and a flourishing contemporary culture, Chapel Hill has a little something for everyone, just around the corner.

What to expect:
Chapel Hill serves as a trendsetting centerpiece, complimenting the rustic, rural charm of neighboring communities Carrboro and Hillsborough.

Full of multi-cultural offerings and multi-generational entertainment, what once was a city designed to serve students has blossomed into a trendy, social hotspot. Venues like ArtsCenter and The Cat’s Cradle have contributed to a thriving live music scene. Local chefs and restaurateurs pull inspiration from locally sourced produce by collaborating with community farms like RambleRill and Eno River to source organic ingredients and curate award-winning culinary experiences. Chapel Hill offers premier dining, endless entertainment and of course, world-class collegiate sports to immerse yourself in.

The lifestyle:
Live music, local markets, historic landmarks, modern museums, and miles of public parks, trails and gardens ready to explore.

Pick your passion - take a walking tour of the University of North Carolina, the oldest public university in the US), or do some retro-retail therapy at Whitehall Antiques, boasting 7,500 SQ FT of fine-art and vintage furniture. Parched? Indulge in a much-needed pick me up, from a perfect international pour-over at Open Eye Café to a pint of craft beer at Carolina Brewery (aptly named, as it is the Triangle’s oldest brewery). Wind down after a long day by catching an improv show at The PIT or exploring the wonders of the night sky at the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center. Best part? No matter what you choose today, you always have tomorrow.

Unexpected appeal:
Enjoy city connectivity and urban accessibility, without compromising on access to the great outdoors.

Welcome to your idyllic escape from the stress of city living. From outdoor dining to endless walking, biking, and running trails, Chapel Hill celebrates the great outdoors. Bring the whole family to stops like McAdams and Cedar Grove Blueberry Farms to pick your own produce, or swing in a shady hammock while sipping a farm-to-beverage tea at tranquil Honeysuckle Farm. Chapel Hill’s lush landscape and rich rural community bring rustic charm to its urban city center.

The market:
A mix of traditional with a modern twist, new luxe builds, and multi-resident communities contrast the traditional colonial and European styling of historic single-family homes.

Contemporary new developments and modern multi-resident communities contrast elegant colonial homes and preserved estates found near downtown Franklin St. and Rosemary St. Farmhouse-inspired builds, row houses and mid-century modern influences are not uncommon single-family home styles, adding to the diversity of developments available to buyers, all at a myriad of price points.

You'll fall in love with:
Small town atmosphere with a big heart. From Southern Village to Franklin Street, the celebration of community and Carolina culture speaks to the Tarheel in all of us.

Small town atmosphere with big heart. From Southern Village to Franklin Street, the celebration of community and Carolina culture speaks to the Tarheel in all of us. Whether you’re bar-hopping on Franklin Street or gallery crawling in Carrboro, there’s plenty for everyone to explore in Chapel Hill. Performers, artists, and musicians breathe life into the city streets, turning sidewalks into stages, empty walls into eclectic murals, and showcasing the endless talent of its creative community. Local farms fuel a cutting-edge restaurant scene and weekly community markets alike, bringing the best of NC to any dining table. Whether you’re looking to work or play, Chapel Hill has everything you could need a quick stroll away.

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