1023 Cleland Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27517

$1,200,000

Beautifully renovated custom home positioned just off the 17th tee in The Oaks - Chapel Hill's most sought-after in-town golf course community. A sweeping grassy front lawn and mature, thoughtfully designed gardens create a memorable first impression and set the tone for what awaits inside. Step into the welcoming foyer,… Read More where all new hardwood flooring flows throughout the main level. To the right, a spacious and versatile room with its own fireplace offers the perfect setting for a living room, home office, or playroom. To the left, a stunning formal dining room, also with a fireplace, provides an elegant backdrop for entertaining. Designer lighting and curated paint selections elevate every space. The true centerpiece of the home is the show-stopping kitchen - a ''wow''-inspiring renovation featuring quartz countertops, soft-close cabinetry, designer lighting, custom range hood, and high-end Thor stainless steel appliances, such as a 6-burner range, dishwasher, refrigerator. Just beyond, a sunlit breakfast room with a skylight opens to an expansive rear deck, ideal for indoor-outdoor living. The beautifully updated powder room features a new vanity, countertops, lighting, and a pretty mirror. The bright laundry room is equally well-appointed with cabinetry, a utility sink, and new washer and dryer. A heated and cooled flex space accessed through the garage offers exceptional versatility - perfect as a home gym, office, hobby room, or conditioned storage. At the heart of the home, the oversized family room provides generous space for both relaxed evenings by the fire and lively gatherings. Privately tucked away on the main level, the serene primary suite features a vaulted ceiling, bay window, and a custom-designed walk-in closet. The newly renovated spa-like bath is a true retreat, showcasing a quartz dual vanity, zero-entry shower, freestanding tub, dedicated makeup vanity, and private water closet - all finished with impeccable designer selections. Upstairs, three generously sized bedrooms include one en-suite and two with private access to a shared bath, offering comfort and flexibility for family or guests. Outdoor living is equally exceptional. The flat front yard is framed by established landscaping beds filled with native North Carolina flora, including a prized collection of mature peonies that bloom beautifully each spring. A raised-bed vegetable garden and ample play space add to the appeal. The fenced backyard offers privacy landscaping, a grassy lawn, and a custom play structure. Lovingly updated and maintained - see the Special Features and Updates for the long list of improvements! This beautiful home is just a short walk to the friendly Chapel Hill Country Club and the shops and restaurants of Meadowmont, East 54, and Glen Lennox. Zip into the RTP, the RDU Airport, Duke and UNC within minutes! Come see what this lovely home and The Oaks have to offer! Read Less

Courtesy of Chapel Hill Realty Group, Inc., Denise P Kennihan.

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Apr 8, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

3,852

Lot Size

1.04 Acres

Year Built

1980

MLS Number

10158247

30 Days Snapshot Of 27517

$842k

+83%

(avg) sold price

+100%

homes sold

-52%

(avg) days on market

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Additional Details

Appliances & Equipment

Appliances: "Dishwasher", "Disposal", "Gas Range", "Range Hood", "Refrigerator", "Water Heater"

Building

Building Area Total: 3852, Building Area Units: Square Feet, Construction Materials: "Brick Veneer", "Other", Living Area Units: Square Feet, Living Area: 3852, Structure Type: "House", "Site Built", Year Built: 1980

Community

Community Features: Clubhouse, Golf, Playground, Pool, Tennis Court(s)

Cooling

Cooling: "Central Air", "Electric", "Multi Units", Cooling Included

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: "Fenced Yard", "Garden", "Playground", "Rain Gutters", Patio And Porch Features: "Deck", "Front Porch"

Fence

Fencing: "Back Yard"

Floors

Flooring: "Carpet", "Hardwood", "Tile"

Foundation

Foundation Details: "Permanent"

Garage

2 garage spaces, Attached Garage, Garage Included

Heating

Heating: "Central", "Electric", "Floor Furnace", "Forced Air", "Heat Pump", "Natural Gas", "Zoned", "Other", Heating Included

Home Owner's Association

Association Fee: $0, Association Fee Frequency: Annually, Association Available

Interior Features

Interior Features: "Bathtub/Shower Combination", "Beamed Ceilings", "Cathedral Ceiling(s)", "Ceiling Fan(s)", "Double Vanity", "Eat-in Kitchen", "Entrance Foyer", "Kitchen Island", "Open Floorplan", "Pantry", "Master Downstairs", "Recessed Lighting", "Separate Shower", "Smooth Ceilings", "Soaking Tub", "Walk-In Closet(s)", "Walk-In Shower", "Water Closet"

Laundry

Features: "Laundry Room", "Sink"

Lot

Lot Features: "Back Yard", "Cleared", "Front Yard", "Garden", "Landscaped", "Near Golf Course", Lot Size Acres: 1.04, Lot Size Area: 1.04, Lot Size Square Feet: 45302.4, Lot Size Units: Acres, Parcel Number: 9798583592

Parking

Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Side, Parking Pad, 2 covered spaces, Open Parking

Property

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Roof

Roof: "Shingle"

Sewer

Sewer: "Public Sewer"

Taxes

Tax Annual Amount: 17141.8

Utilities

Utilities: "Cable Available", "Electricity Connected", "Natural Gas Connected", "Sewer Connected", "Water Connected", Water Source: "Public"

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