1618 Old Lystra Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27517

• 4 beds |
• 6 baths |
• 5,333 sqft

Property Description

The Ultimate Chapel Hill Estate: 7 Minutes to UNC with Multi-Generational Luxury Rare 2.33-Acre Modern Farmhouse Retreat - Over 5,000 Sq. Ft. of Finished Living Space Discover the ultimate blend of rural peace, modern luxury, and unmatched convenience. Perfectly positioned just 7 minutes from UNC Hospitals and 9 minutes from campus, this 2022-built estate offers an effortless commute for busy professionals and a sprawling, private sanctuary for an out-of-state family relocating to the Triangle. The Core Footprint: Spanning an open and sun-drenched 3,714 sq. ft. above grade, From the moments you walk in, the open-concept living, dining, and kitchen areas invite you to gather. Bathed in natural light, the main floor seamlessly leads to a private primary suite designed for ultimate relaxation. A huge covered porch in the rear overlooking Woods to relax and unwind after a long day at work, Upstairs, a massive bonus room serves as the perfect spot for movie nights, a kids' playroom, or a home office. The 1,600 Sq. Ft. above grade Finished Basement: A massive asset for families and hosts alike, this fully finished lower level is the ultimate flex space. It is perfectly suited for an au-pair or multi-generational suite or an in laws suite with two rooms w/ walk in Closets and a full Bath. Massive Future Equity (1,110 Sq. Ft. Unfinished Space) In addition to the finished footprint, a sprawling 1,110 sq. ft. of unfinished walkout basement space stands ready for your imagination—ideal for a workshop, a massive climate-controlled wine cellar, or future square footage expansion. A Pool-Ready & Privacy-Enhanced Paradise Sited on 2.33 pristine acres with absolutely no HOA restrictions, the expansive acreage offers total seclusion and a perfect canvas for a custom pool. The sprawling grounds provide an ideal layout for premium perimeter additions, with ample space for a modern horizontal wood privacy fence or shadowbox fencing bordered by estate picket layouts and mature, tree-lined evergreen buffers. 3 Car Garage with a EV charger Installed. All of this sits an incredibly brief drive away from downtown Chapel Hill, YMCA, Shopping area and major medical centers.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

August 17, 2026

Data Last Updated:

September 22, 2026 at 7:42PM

Listing Office:

Kross Realty Inc. : 919-946-8008

Listing Agent:

Rakesh Sethi : 919-946-8008

MLS ID:

10186735

Interior

• General: BarBreakfast BarBeamed CeilingsBuilt-in FeaturesCeiling Fan(s)ChandelierCrown MoldingDouble VanityEat-in KitchenHigh CeilingsKitchen IslandOpen FloorplanPantryPrimary DownstairsRecessed LightingSmart ThermostatStone CountersWalk-In Closet(s)Dining LSeparate ShowerWalk-In ShowerQuartz Counters
• Appliances: Built-In Electric RangeDishwasherExhaust FanGas RangeMicrowavePropane CooktopRangeRange Hood
• Laundry: Electric Dryer HookupLaundry RoomMain LevelOtherSink
• Basement: Exterior EntryFinishedUnfinishedWalk-Out AccessWalk-Up Access
• Flooring: CarpetConcreteLaminateTileVinylWood
• A/C: Central AirCeiling Fan(s)Electric
• Heating: Forced AirNone
• Fireplace: Fire PitGasLiving RoomMasonrySee RemarksFireplaceFireplaces: 1

Exterior

• General: Fire PitGardenPrivate EntranceRain Gutters
• Style: FarmhouseModernTraditional
• Other Structures: EnclosedPorchFront PorchDeckRear PorchScreenedPatioCovered
• Parking: AttachedDrivewayGarage

Construction

• Roofing: Metal
• Windows: Double Pane Windows
• General: Board & Batten SidingConcreteFrameVertical Siding1Concrete PerimeterSlab

Location

• Road/Access: City Street
• Originating MLS: Doorify MLS
• County: Orange

Lot

• Zoning: RB2 Shari D Smith & Bobby L Smith P122/1149787108297
• View: Trees/Woods
• Fencing: None

Utilities

• Utilities: Electricity ConnectedPropaneSeptic Available
• Water: Well
• Sewer: Septic Tank

Financial

• Source: Doorify MLS