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Listing courtesy of Compass -- Chapel Hill - Durham

1020 Burning Tree Drive
Chapel Hill, NC 27517

Home for sale - The Oaks

Don't miss this rare opportunity to get a one-of-a-kind modernist home in one of Chapel Hill's most prestigious neighborhoods for under a million dollars! Situated on almost an acre in The Oaks, this home blends charming original architecture, beautiful high end updates, a gorgeous addition with its own entrance, and a world-class professional pickleball court that has hosted some of the best players in the world! Thoughtful updates throughout preserve the home's architectural character like ceiling beams and wood ceilings while adding modern comfort. Bathrooms have been beautifully renovated with high-end finishes. A new roof, 2 new HVAC systems, and new water heaters, and a new upgraded electrical panel means no worries and no surprise maintenance costs. A substantial addition expands the home's flexibility with a private entrance, bedroom, bath and office space. Use it as an addtional primary suite, guest quarters, multigenerational living, creative studio, or income-producing Airbnb opportunity. The current office has been configured as a podcast recording studio, and the removable sound treatment offers exciting possibilities for musicians, creators, and remote professionals, but is also easiy removable. Outside the home is a feature that truly sets this property apart: a professional-level pickleball court that has hosted world-class players (Ben Johns and Tyson McGuffin to name two) . If you are a pickleball player, this is the home for you! Or, use the space for basketball, tennis, kids activities, or dancing until the stars come out for all of those fabulous parties you can throw in the huge flat yard that also has areas for a firepit, picnicing and more. Enjoy easy access to Chapel Hill Country Club and golf course, Trader Joe's, movies and shopping at University Place and quick accesss to UNC, Duke, and Hwy 40.

Open House:

  • Listing Price: $969,000

  • Square Feet: 2587

  • Bedrooms: 4

  • Bathrooms: 3 full, 0 half

  • Acres: 0.98

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Last updated 2026-06-23T03:40:32Z

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