The Preserve at Jordan Lake
Neighborhood in Pittsboro, North Carolina
Chatham County 27517
Outdoor recreation at The Preserve Golf Club and The Preserve Pool
The Preserve at Jordan Lakes is home to a golf club of the same name, which has helped to make the residential community a sought-after location. The semi-private The Preserve at Jordan Lake Golf Club has an 18-hole Davis Love III-designed golf course and a restaurant called The Grille that specializes in chicken salad sandwiches. “Outside visitors sometimes come to eat at The Grille, but it mainly caters to golfers,” says Lucas Mowl, Head Golf Professional at The Preserve. “We also have a full driving range and practice facility, and we do junior camps over the summer.” Near the golf club, The Preserve Clubhouse has a fitness center, an outdoor community pool, a playground, a basketball court, tennis courts and paved walking trails that merge with sidewalks throughout the community.Many of The Preserve’s neighborhood events are hosted at the clubhouse and pool area. The community offers family-friendly events, including the Pool Opening Party, a Children’s Halloween Party and a Children’s Party with Santa. There are also adults-only clubs, like Preserve Ladies Golf Association, Evening Pickleball and Red, White & Brew Couples Wine Club.
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Summer days spent at Jordan Lake State Recreation Area
Nature lovers here have the benefit of being near Jordan Lake, a man-made reservoir that is part of Jordan Lake State Recreation Area. The 4,500-acre park area surrounds the almost-14,000-acre lake, featuring more than 1,000 campsites, 15 miles of hiking trails and several boat launches. The nearest boat ramp for residents in The Preserve is about 3 miles south of the neighborhood at Seaforth Beach. In addition to launching their boat, beachgoers can lounge along the sandy shores, play volleyball and walk along the wildlife trails. Jordan Lake is known to be a summer home for bald eagles, and parts of the nature trails jut out onto observation decks. The state park also has a playground and an amphitheater that sometimes hosts live music, though no concert series has been announced for the 2025 summer season. Jordan Lake State Recreation Area draws a summer crowd for the annual Jordan Lake Freedom Fest, which celebrates the Fourth of July with music, food and a fireworks display over the lake.
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New Traditional and Transitional homes with half an acre of tidy green lawns
Upon entering The Preserve. residents pass a royal blue neighborhood sign decorated with tan stone, which matches many houses found in the community. The Preserve Trail takes locals further into the neighborhood, veering off into Bear Tree Creek or branching onto different courts and cul-de-sacs. Each street sign is custom-made to match the blue entrance sign, providing a coordinated aesthetic throughout. Green and leafy trees dot manicured lawns, and some properties that are situated on the golf course offer viridescent fairway views.Common housing styles in The Preserve include 2,500- to 4,000-square-foot New Traditionals and Transitional homes that promote a more modern appearance. Some properties are built to resemble French estates, while others take on a more Farmhouse Revival influence. Houses in The Preserve were built between 2002 and 2025, featuring two-car garages and, in most cases, lot sizes of about a half-acre. Many also feature spacious back patio areas with hardscaping or inground pools. Price tags typically range from $725,000 to $1.35 million, and HOA fees can cost from $125 to $175 per month. There are also several lots of land available, from half an acre to two full acres. Depending on the location within the community and the size of the lot, land might cost between $20,000 and $300,000.
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Running errands and dining out at Fearrington Village
Big Woods Road, a two-lane road that bends along the west side of Jordan Lake, is the only way for residents to enter and leave The Preserve. They can take Big Woods for about 8 miles north, where it meets the small town of Fearrington, which has a trendy downtown area with retail establishments, restaurants and a resort hotel. In addition to Food Lion, the Fearrington Village shopping area features local eateries and niche boutiques. The Belted Goat is a coffee shop with a breakfast and lunch menu, and The Fearrington House Restaurant is a fine-dining establishment inside a colonial-style chateau. Nearby, McIntyre’s Books is a popular spot for a new book or a unique gift. The retail village is also home to Fearrington Farmers Market, held each Tuesday afternoon year-round.
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Commuter access to U.S. Route 64 and U.S. Route 501
The community is car-dependent, as no public bus or train system services the area. Big Woods Road connects residents to U.S. Route 64 a mile south and to U.S. Route 501 around 8 miles north. Once residents reach Route 64, Raleigh is a 30-mile drive east, and once they hop onto Route 501, Chapel Hill is a 15-mile drive north. Residents can get to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, about 25 miles away, from either Route 64 or Interstate 40, both of which intersect with Big Woods Road after a 15-mile drive north.Chatham County Schools and nearby University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chatham County Schools serves students living in The Preserve. The school district receives a B-plus rating from Niche and has won Best Communities for Music Education from the NAMM Foundation for six years in a row. Students can begin their public-school education at North Chatham Elementary before advancing to Margaret B. Pollard Middle, both of which hold an A-minus. They can then transition to Northwood High, which receives a B-plus.A 15-mile trip north of The Preserve leads to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. This public institution is well-known for its rigorous academic offerings and its competitive athletic programs. It’s not uncommon for residents to put on their Carolina blue and head up to the campus to cheer on one of the university’s teams.
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Mary Beth Greene
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Pat Serkedakis
Pat Serkedakis
Coldwell Banker HPW Pittsboro
(855) 619-1171
85 Total Sales
2 in The Preserve at Jordan Lake
$664K - $850K Price Range
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Catherine Hobbs
Catherine Hobbs
Chatham Homes Realty
(984) 207-1785
25 Total Sales
1 in The Preserve at Jordan Lake
$949,900 Price
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Tom Mabrey
Tom Mabrey
KELLER WILLIAMS PREFERRED
(984) 363-8837
73 Total Sales
1 in The Preserve at Jordan Lake
$960,000 Price
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Wallace Peiffer
Wallace Peiffer
Premier Advantage Realty Inc
(984) 538-7961
339 Total Sales
1 in The Preserve at Jordan Lake
$720,000 Price
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Nancy Grace
Nancy Grace
Choice Residential Real Estate
(866) 981-8294
105 Total Sales
1 in The Preserve at Jordan Lake
$985,000 Price
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Gretchen Coley
Gretchen Coley
Compass -- Raleigh
(984) 459-7838
1,028 Total Sales
2 in The Preserve at Jordan Lake
$800K - $820K Price Range
Schools
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- 6th to 8th
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- Pre-K to 5th
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Parks in this Area
Northeast District Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | The Preserve at Jordan Lake | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
The Preserve at Jordan Lake Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in The Preserve at Jordan Lake, Pittsboro sell after 47 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in The Preserve at Jordan Lake, Pittsboro over the last 12 months is $940,500, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$972,450
Median Sale Price
$940,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$953,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
48
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$253
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
318
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Median Year Built
2005
Months of Supply
2.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,710
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
19,819
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 153 - 5pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
911
Median Age
50
Population under 18
21%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$199,602
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$213,836
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.5%
College Graduates
80%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
44.3%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
49.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
32°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
18
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
8
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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Baldwin
Planned communities sprawl over a recently rural stretch of Chatham County
Green Level
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Southern Village
Large master-planned, mixed-use community with gatherings on the village green
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