Right along Interstate 40, Cross County in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is a quiet community between two of the state's major cities. This wooded neighborhood surrounding a small lake is a serene spot for residents who want to keep close to urban activity.
Homes in Cross County range from the $300,000s up to nearly $3 million, including single and multi-family homes and townhouses. "Things are heating up," says Armand Lencheck, a Realtor with Howards Perry & Walston Realtor. "We're making our way back to the super-hot market of 2022." Many of these properties are nestled between the trees or seated right along the road, so commuting is a breeze.
The neighborhood is also attractive for its proximity to North Carolina's most prestigious universities, so it's a popular choice for students and staff. Cross County is 5 miles northeast of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and 6 miles southwest of Duke University. This closeness means you can enjoy the amenities of the campuses within driving distance, such as museums, restaurants, athletic fields, and health offices such as Duke Medical Center. The area is right across the boulevard from a few private practices and pharmacies, and it’s even home to Kiefer Analytical medical supply store, so it's also a draw for medical professionals. To top it all off, you can reach Research Triangle Park just 15 minutes east down Interstate 40 and take advantage of its bustling employment center.
Students in Cross County attend Montessori Community School in the southwest corner of the community. Just south in the Durham Public Schools district, younger students attend Creekside Elementary to participate in its many before and after-school programs. Little ones can spend the day at Primrose School of Chapel Hill East across the way.
Just east across the interstate, residents can visit Five Oaks Recreational Association to relax by the pool, play on the basketball and tennis courts, or join the community for a movie night. Centrally located in Cross County is Clark Lake, a serene reservoir where community members can walk their dogs or go fishing for carp. For younger residents looking to get active with their peers, Cross County is also home to Bouncing Bulldogs, a non-profit organization whose gym hosts the Bouncing Bulldogs JumpRope Team.
Drive northwest up Durham-Chapel Hill Boulevard, and you can find various stores to pick up your essentials, like Walmart, Home Depot and Big Lots. On this same road, you can stop for dinner at popular chain restaurants like Cook Out, McDonald's or Wendy's. But residents prefer to take to local establishments like Kipos Greek Taverna serving pastries at their bakery or Kanki Japanese House of Steaks & Sushi, serving authentic hibachi dishes. For more shopping options, New Hope Commons shopping mall is just 5 minutes up the road on Route 501 and hosts over 20 stores, including well-known retailers and independent businesses.
Sharon Evans
EXP Realty LLC
(984) 833-2476
1,024 Total Sales
2 in Cross County
$420K - $460K Price Range
Buck Dickerson
Dickerson Brady Realty, Inc.
(888) 612-4928
54 Total Sales
2 in Cross County
$276K - $435K Price Range
Emily Godrich
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
(877) 629-7476
79 Total Sales
2 in Cross County
$445K - $850K Price Range
Steed Rollins
Peak, Swirles & Cavallito
(984) 205-9209
70 Total Sales
1 in Cross County
$370,000 Price
Marisol Alvarez
Triangle Residential Realty
(877) 845-0295
131 Total Sales
1 in Cross County
$270,000 Price
Dave Wylie
Compass -- Chapel Hill - Durham
(252) 375-8626
172 Total Sales
2 in Cross County
$283K - $600K Price Range
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Cross County | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Cross County, Chapel Hill sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Cross County, Chapel Hill over the last 12 months is $487,000, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
$1,035 - $2,330 per month
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Desirable Chapel Hill suburb on the east side of UNC near shopping and dining
