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Carrboro

Carrboro

Located in Orange County

$657,095 Average Value
$367 Average Price per Sq Ft
3 Homes For Sale

Biking through the progressive town of Carrboro

Carrboro is a progressive town of around 21,500 residents in North Carolina’s Triangle Region. The area is pedestrian friendly, allowing residents to walk or bike through Downtown Carrboro to visit art galleries, organic markets and locally owned businesses. “The way Carrboro is situated, you can kind of seamlessly walk through downtown Chapel Hill to Carrboro and not really know that you're in Downtown Carrboro,” says Maggie Funkhouser, Market Manager at the Carrboro Farmers' Market. “I wonder when people move here if they think that Carrboro is a neighborhood when it's actually its own small town.” Carrboro is less than 2 miles from University of North Carolina Chapel Hill.

Lower median prices than Chapel Hill

Colorful bungalows and ranch-style homes are common architectural styles. The median single-family home price is around $630,000, compared to the neighboring city, Chapel Hill, which is $750,000. Townhouses in Carrboro have a median price of $320,000, while Chapel Hill’s median is around $495,000. Houses tend to stay on the market for an average of 19 days, selling faster than the national average of 45 days. Downtown Carrboro has no recently sold homes, and none are currently for sale. Lake Hogan Farms is a master-planned community of 400 homes ranging from $455,000 to $1,750,000. Houses in Outlying Carrboro start at $195,000 and go as high as $3.6 million.

A-plus Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools

Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools scores an A-plus on Niche and is ranked the No. 1 Best School District in North Carolina. They serve over 11,000 students, and families can enter a lottery system to attend schools with magnet programs, like the Spanish and English dual language program offered in four schools at the elementary and middle level. University of North Carolina Chapel Hill is within walking distance from Downtown Carrboro. It also earns an A-plus and is considered one of the top public universities in the country. “It's pretty common for UNC grads to stick around or move here for grad school,” Funkhouser says.

Fishing at Anderson Community Park

Some residents have quick access to outdoor recreation areas. “From my house, I have four parks within biking distance,” Funkhouser says. The Bolin Creek Greenway is a paved trail that runs for 2.5 miles but will be extended in the next few years. The town’s biggest green space, Anderson Community Park, has 55 acres with multiple sports fields and courts. It also has an over 2-acre pond for fishing. The town offers recreation programs, including an adult walking group. A library in Carrboro is coming soon. “Chapel Hill has a library, but Carrboro didn't. So, now we're getting this really big new library,” Funkhouser says.

Unique shops and eateries at Carr Mill Mall

Transformed from a cotton mill, Carr Mill Mall is home to unique locally owned shops and eateries, like Mulberry Silks and Fine Fabrics. “When people visit, one thing people sometimes bring up to me is, ‘Oh, this type of store doesn't really exist anywhere else,’” Funkhouser says. Weaver Street Market is a local co-op with a hot bar that also serves as a social gathering spot. “It’s a very popular spot for people to sit outside and get lunch or a snack,” Funkhouser says. “One time I heard it called Carrboro's Front Porch. They serve alcohol, so sometimes on Friday or Saturday nights, people will be out here with a beverage, hanging out, especially when it's nice outside.”

Eating local with Carrboro Farmers’ Market

Residents can check out the Carrboro Farmers’ Market year-round or see a live performance at Cats Cradle, a long-running, intimate venue with a capacity of 750 people. Carrboro Day is an annual event with live music and food trucks. With a strong commitment to the arts, the town holds several festivals celebrating local talent. Creators can participate in the Carrboro Music Festival or the Carrboro Film Festival. In the spring, the town closes down Weaver Street to open the road for bikers, walkers and runners for the Carrboro Open Streets event. It was created by The Carrboro Bicycle Coalition.

Free public transit and Interstates 40 and 80 provide commuter routes

Carrboro is located just off Interstate 40, which intersects with Interstate 85. Downtown Durham is about 15 miles northeast. Without a car, there are many paths and trails to get around Carrboro on foot or bike. “Libba Cotten Bikeway a relatively short bike path that goes from Carrboro to a road that leads into campus,” Funkhouser says. “It's really pretty. It goes past the train tracks.” Chapel Hill Transit provides free bus service. The long buses are wrapped with photos from the community and the slogan “You Couldn’t Make This Place Up.” The town’s public parking is also free.

Crime

Carrboro has no current crime data. The Carrboro Police Department has a liaison that works specifically with the LGBTQ community.

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Schools

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Carrboro Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$325,000
Median Sale Price
$330,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$685,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$279,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$325,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
91
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$367

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,628
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1985
Months of Supply
0.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,543
Below the national average
1,925
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,594
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
954
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
727
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Aug 16
    Open Sat 12PM - 2PM

    306 Spring Valley Rd, Carrboro, NC 27510

    $550,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,435 Sq Ft
    • 306 Spring Valley Rd
    • New 18 hours ago

    Welcome to the epitome of Carrboro living! Nestled in what might be the best neighborhood in all of town, this wooded retreat feels worlds away, yet sits just minutes from everything Carrboro offers. Inside, a modern, updated interior unfolds against the idyllic backdrop of Bolin Creek and its surrounding forest. The owner's suite features a stunning bathroom renovation and windows framing a

    Elizabeth Barry Inhabit Real Estate

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  • Saturday, Aug 16
    Open Sat 2PM - 4PM

    202 Carol St, Carrboro, NC 27510

    $725,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,892 Sq Ft
    • 202 Carol St
    • New 1 day ago

    From the moment you step inside, this home wraps you in comfort. The living room's floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace invites you to gather with friends, while hardwood floors guide you through light-filled spaces. A wall of glass doors frames the view of the vaulted screened porch—perfect for lazy summer evenings or weekend coffee while enjoying the fenced backyard.The kitchen is as functional

    Masha Halpern Keller Williams Elite Realty

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  • 113 Orlando Place, Chapel Hill, NC 27516

    $1,264,900

    • 5 Beds
    • 5 Baths
    • 4,754 Sq Ft
    • 113 Orlando Place
    • New 1 day ago

    Prepare to be wowed. Perfect Claremont home with super convenient access to the neighborhood amenities and the greenway that safely leads to three of the best public schools around (this home is in the walk-zone for all three schools)! Your dream home is now on the market! The welcoming covered front porch leads to amazing spaces for everyone that include a bright, airy, and open main floor

    Debbie McCormick Berkshire Hathaway HomeService

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Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

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Neighborhoods in Carrboro

Property Mix - Square Feet

Carrboro Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
20,834
Median Age
34
Population under 18
24.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.2%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$77,385
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$100,688

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.6%
College Graduates
69.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
41.7%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
75.5%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
32°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®®

75 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

17 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®®

19 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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