203 Mel Oaks Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27516

• 4 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 2,465 sqft

Property Description

Nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac in the highly sought-after Mel Oaks neighborhood, this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom home offers the rare combination of Chapel Hill schools, lower Orange County taxes, and a private wooded setting on approximately one acre. With 2,465 square feet, a flexible layout, and an incredible backyard retreat, 203 Mel Oaks delivers the kind of lifestyle that is hard to find in today's market. The backyard truly feels like a private sanctuary -- featuring an in-ground pool with brick patio surround, separate hot tub, gazebo, expansive deck with grilling area, fenced yard, and peaceful views overlooking a large wooded tract behind the property. Whether entertaining friends, enjoying summer afternoons by the pool, or relaxing under the trees, this outdoor space is something special. Additional outdoor features include a screened front porch, climbing wall/play area, and storage shed. Inside, the home offers a warm and functional layout with formal living and dining rooms, a spacious family room with fireplace, and great natural flow for everyday living and entertaining. The bonus room above the garage provides excellent flexibility for a home office, playroom, media room, yoga space, or guest overflow area. The current owners have thoughtfully maintained and updated the property, including: * New roof and gutters (2020) * New HVAC system with zoned heating/cooling (2023) * Complete Marvin window replacement (2025) * New hot tub installation (2024) * Exterior cedar siding professionally stained and trim painted (2024) Additional highlights include a 2-car garage, separate storage shed, hardwood floors through much of the main level, and a family-friendly neighborhood with very little traffic. Located just minutes from Carrboro and Chapel Hill, this home offers the convenience of town with the privacy and tranquility of a tucked-away neighborhood setting. Rarely do homes become available in Mel Oaks -- especially ones with this combination of setting, updates, outdoor living, and school district access.

Listing Status:

Pending

Date Added:

May 8, 2026

Data Last Updated:

June 24, 2026 at 5:40PM

Listing Office:

NorthGroup Real Estate, Inc. : 704-412-2804

Listing Agent:

Joel Sivertsen : 919-960-1915

MLS ID:

10166012

Interior

• General: Ceiling Fan(s)High Speed InternetWater ClosetSmooth Ceilings
• Appliances: DishwasherElectric RangeFree-Standing RefrigeratorRange HoodWasher/DryerWater Heater
• Laundry: Laundry RoomMain Level
• Basement: Crawl Space
• Flooring: CarpetCeramic TileHardwood
• A/C: Central AirCeiling Fan(s)ElectricHeat Pump
• Heating: ElectricFireplace(s)Forced AirHeat Pump
• Fireplace: Family RoomWood BurningFireplace ScreenFireplaceFireplaces: 1

Exterior

• General: Outdoor GrillRain GuttersStorageFenced YardGazeboShed(s)Above GroundHeated
• Style: Traditional
• Other Structures: GazeboShed(s)PorchDeck
• Pool: In Ground
• Parking: DrivewayGarage Faces FrontGarageOff StreetOn SiteOn StreetPaved

Construction

• Roofing: Architectural Shingle
• Windows: Aluminum FramesDouble Pane WindowsInsulated WindowsLow-Emissivity WindowsScreens
• General: BrickCedar2Pillar/Post/Pier

Location

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

Lot

• Zoning: RB20 Ph 2 Mel Oak Estates P45/919757750934
• View: Trees/Woods
• Fencing: Back YardWood

Utilities

• Utilities: Cable AvailableElectricity ConnectedPhone AvailableSeptic Connected
• Water: Well
• Sewer: Septic Tank

Financial

• Source: Doorify MLS