Seller's Agent in 2026
Gretchen Coley
Compass -- Raleigh
(919) 526-0401
1 in this area
1,132 Total Sales
503 Whitehead Rd Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Kings Mill-Morgan Creek Neighborhood
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,578
Sq Ft
1
Acres Lot
Highlights
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Transitional Architecture
- Mud Room
- Glenwood Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
About This Home
As of April 2026A Mid-Century Sanctuary in the Heart of Chapel Hill
Discover a true ''pocket neighborhood'' hidden in plain sight. Located within the coveted Mason Farm/Whitehead Circle Neighborhood Conservation District, this 1947 William Sprinkle-designed gem offers a peaceful, one-level retreat just steps from UNC Hospitals, Kenan-Flagler, and the Dean Smith Center. With no cut-through streets, this quiet enclave provides a rare sense of seclusion in the center of town. The home's architectural lineage is immediately apparent in its authentic Eichler Weldtex-style siding and soaring, timber-beamed ceilings. Inside, smoked white oak hardwoods flow throughout an airy, light-filled floor plan. Upon entry, a private wing leads to the primary suite and two additional well-appointed bedrooms. A multi-purpose flex room with its own full bath serves as a quiet study, library, or guest suite. The heart of the home is a masterclass in organic modern living. The galley-style kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring custom cabinetry, Carrera marble countertops, and a premium stainless suite including a 5-burner gas cooktop and double wall-mount convection ovens. Entertaining is effortless with the adjoining wine bar and pantry, complete with an under-counter cooler, transitioning seamlessly into a second expansive living and dining area. Here, a wood-burning fireplace and second vaulted ceiling create a grand yet cozy atmosphere for gatherings. Practicality meets high design with a rear-entry mudroom and laundry center, a Rinnai tankless water heater, and a new roof (March 2024). Outside, the one-acre homesite is a natural masterpiece, featuring dramatic boulder outcroppings and a low-maintenance landscape. The large, fenced backyard offers a secure play area for pets or the perfect canvas for a custom fire-pit lounge. The property is completed by a two-car detached garage featuring modern frosted glass panel doors and three substantial storage closets for garden and recreational gear. Experience a residence that is not just a home, but a piece of Chapel Hill's architectural history.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Compass -- Raleigh License #209948 Listed on: 03/06/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $13,415
Year Built
- Built in 1947
Lot Details
- 1 Acre Lot
- Property is zoned R-LD1
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
Home Design
- Transitional Architecture
- Traditional Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,578 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Fireplace
- Mud Room
- Wood Flooring
- Convection Oven
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Accessible Home Design
- Handicap Accessible
Schools
- Glenwood Elementary School
- Grey Culbreth Middle School
- East Chapel Hill High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heat Pump System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Whitehead Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 9788515423
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 18, 2024
Closed on
May 21, 2024
Sold by
Barefoot Bartley L and Engebretsen Vigdis
Bought by
Staples Weston and Buckfelder Elizabeth
Seller's Agent
Phil Patterson
Hodge&KittrellSothebysIntlRlty
Buyer's Agent
Sheri Hagerty
Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's Int
List Price
$998,900
Sold Price
$1,020,000
Premium/Discount to List
$21,100
2.11%
Views
33
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.95%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 4, 2014
Sold by
Fenton Shayne and Fenton Michelle
Bought by
Barefoot Bartley L and Engebretsen Vigdis
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
4.42%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 1, 2013
Sold by
Kirpatrick Raymond Molly Hughes and The Revocable Declaration Of T
Bought by
Fenton Shayne and Fenton Michelle
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$279,600
Interest Rate
3.44%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $1,020,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $600,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $349,500 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $300,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $279,600 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/08/2026 04/08/26 | Sold | $1,142,500 | +1.6% | $443 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/07/2026 03/07/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/06/2026 03/06/26 | For Sale | $1,125,000 | +10.3% | $436 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/23/2024 05/23/24 | Sold | $1,020,000 | +2.1% | $397 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/26/2024 04/26/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/18/2024 04/18/24 | For Sale | $998,900 | -- | $388 / Sq Ft |
Source: Doorify MLS
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,415 | $1,004,100 | $400,000 | $604,100 |
| 2024 | $10,939 | $634,400 | $320,000 | $314,400 |
| 2023 | $10,641 | $634,400 | $320,000 | $314,400 |
| 2022 | $10,202 | $634,400 | $320,000 | $314,400 |
| 2021 | $10,072 | $634,400 | $320,000 | $314,400 |
| 2020 | $9,865 | $583,000 | $280,000 | $303,000 |
| 2018 | $9,634 | $583,000 | $280,000 | $303,000 |
| 2017 | $6,486 | $583,000 | $280,000 | $303,000 |
| 2016 | $6,486 | $381,500 | $138,000 | $243,500 |
| 2015 | $6,602 | $388,700 | $138,000 | $250,700 |
| 2014 | $6,033 | $358,200 | $138,000 | $220,200 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Gretchen Coley
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Eliza McAllister
E
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026
Eliza McAllister
Compass -- Raleigh
(917) 573-0486
1 in this area
3 Total Sales
-
Jordan Gombatz
J
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Jordan Gombatz
Long & Foster Real Estate INC/Brier Creek
(919) 785-4244
1 in this area
34 Total Sales
-
P
Seller's Agent in 2024
Phil Patterson
Hodge&KittrellSothebysIntlRlty
-
Sheri Hagerty
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Sheri Hagerty
Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's Int
(919) 862-6258
1 in this area
127 Total Sales
-
Kristy Howard
K
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2024
Kristy Howard
Hodge & Kittrell Sotheby's Int
(910) 916-0171
1 in this area
18 Total Sales
Map
Source: Doorify MLS
MLS Number: 10151025
APN: 9788515423
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