Address
300 Jones Avenue, Hillsborough, NC
Price
$ 525,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#10187814
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active Under Contract
- CountyOrange
- CityHillsborough
- NeighborhoodWest Hillsborough
- Zip27278
- StyleCottage
- Year Built1915
- Price$ 525,000
- Bedrooms2
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1120
- Lot Size0.34 Acres
Data Source:
Triangle MLS (TMLS)
Property Description
Some might call it an urban homestead. Others will call it eccentric minimalism. But everyone will call it what it is: a little slice of utopia in West Hillsborough. Built in 1915 and tucked between two quiet streets just a stone's throw from historic downtown, this two-bedroom, two-bath home has plenty of history without asking you to live in the past. Updated plumbing and electrical are already in place, while inside, things stay wonderfully simple: a split-bedroom floor plan with an en suite bath for each bedroom, 9 foot ceilings, wood floors throughout much of the home, fresh paint, a dedicated dining room, roomy eat-in kitchen with gas range, gas fireplace, screened porch, dedicated laundry, and even a root cellar for extra storage. But the real star of the show? Step out the back door. Beyond the white picket fence is a lovingly cultivated landscape that has been years in the making. Muscadine vines climb the fence. Roses, jasmine, hydrangeas, and azaleas bloom throughout the property. Then there's the orchard: apples, plums, peaches, pears, persimmons, almonds, mulberries, blackberries, raspberries, kiwi, pineapple guava, and more. There's a chicken coop (with chickens!), composting area, wired potting shed and workshop, outdoor shower, and an elaborate rainwater collection system with two cisterns capable of collecting up to 500 gallons for irrigation. And there's still room for what might come next. Access to Allen Ruffin is already established and prior plans—though currently expired—were permitted for an approximately 550-square-foot accessory dwelling unit with its own entrance. Have you always dreamed about a guest house? An in-law suite? Studio? Greenhouse? A quiet place to write the Great American Novel? Bring your imagination and explore the possibilities. The existing home is comfortable and move-in ready to enjoy as it is, offering a refreshingly simple canvas for whatever your taste and imagination dictate. Walk to Eno Mountain. Wander into the West End for pizza and frozen custard. Head downtown to Yonder or the farmer's market. Or simply stay home, pick some berries, collect a few eggs, and find a nice, shady spot to read a book beneath the trees. It turns out you can have a little bit of country right smack dab in the middle of West Hillsborough. The electrical and plumbing have been updated and the foundation has been reinforced over time. This home was originally built in 1915 and has been lovingly maintained and is being sold as-is. It is charming and move-in ready. Not a fixer-upper, more like a decorator-upper
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Orange - Central Elementary Elementary School | Orange - Orange Middle Middle School | Orange - Orange High High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/23/2026 | Listed $525,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | None |
| Cooling | Central Air,Gas,Gas Pack |
| Utilities | Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Connected,Sewer Connected,Water Connected |
| Roof | Metal |
| Appliances | Dryer,Free-Standing Gas Range,Gas Water Heater,Refrigerator,Washer |
| Zoning | R15 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Front Porch,Screened |
| Architectural Style | Cottage |
| Construction Materials | Aluminum Siding |
| Year Built | 1915 |
| View | Neighborhood |
| Stories Count | 1 |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| County | Orange |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Subdivision Name | West Hillsborough |
| Facing Direction | East |
| Garage Y/N | false |
| Other Structures | Poultry Coop,Shed(s) |
| Total Rooms | 5 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Active Under Contract |
| Directions | Take Churton Ave To W. King Street. Pass Nash Street. Left on Jones Ave. House will be on the right. |
| High School | Orange - Orange High |
| City | Hillsborough |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| Open Parking Spaces | 1 |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 14810 |
| Carport Spaces | 1 |
| Carport Y/N | true |
| Elementary School | Orange - Central Elementary |
| Tax Annual Amount | 3467.79 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Orange - Orange Middle |
| Structure Type | Site Built |
| Standard Status | Pending |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Bathtub/Shower Combination,Bookcases,Ceiling Fan(s),Crown Molding,Dual Closets,Eat-in Kitchen,High Ceilings,High Speed Internet,Laminate Counters,Pantry,Second Primary Bedroom,Shower Only,Smart Thermostat,Storage,Track Lighting |
|---|---|
| Basement | Crawl Space,Dirt Floor,Walk-In Crawl Space |
| Flooring | Carpet,Hardwood,Linoleum,Tile,Wood |
| Fireplace Features | Free Standing,Gas,Living Room |
| Common Walls | No Common Walls |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | false |
| Window Features | Blinds |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 1120 |
| Laundry Features | Inside |
| Total Bedrooms | 2 |
| Above Grade Finished Area Source | Other |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Awning(s),Fenced Yard,Fire Pit,Garden,Outdoor Shower,Private Yard,Rain Barrel/Cistern(s),Rain Gutters |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Back Yard,Chain Link,Fenced,Front Yard,Gate,Partial,Wood |
| Parking Features | Detached Carport,Driveway,Paved |
| Lot Features | Back Yard,City Lot,Front Yard,Garden,Hardwood Trees,Landscaped,Many Trees,Orchard(s),Rectangular Lot |
| Water Source | Cistern,Public,See Remarks |
| Lot Size Area | 0.34 |
| Foundation Details | Block,Crawlspace |
| Spa | false |
| Building Area Total | 1120 |
| Lot Dimensions | 50 feet by 300 feet |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.34 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved |
| Waterfront Y/N | false |
| Door Features | Storm Door(s) |
| Road Frontage Type | City Street |
| Horse Y/N | false |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 27278
Price
Year Built
