244 Brown Bear, Chapel Hill, NC, 27517
About This Home
PRESALE opportunity by Drees Homes. Don't miss the opportunity to build your dream home on this gorgeous lot in the Preserve at Jordan Lake subdivision. 4 bedrooms, 1st floor primary suite, 2 secondary bedrooms on 1st floor, all secondary bedrooms with adjoining bathroom, office, game room, 3 car garage. See docs for floorplan and list of all of the features in this gorgeous home. Community offers extensive amenities, including a pool, pickleball/tennis courts, fitness room, and Davis Love III signature golf course for additional fee.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
No Nearby Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- New construction: Yes
- Year built: 2026
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction materials: Fiber Cement
Notable Dates
- Major remodel year: 2026
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman, Transitional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Gas Range,Microwave,Oven,Refrigerator,Tankless Water Heater,Washer/Dryer
- Laundry features: Laundry Room,Main Level
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Block
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Bathtub/Shower Combination,Beamed Ceilings,Ceiling Fan(s),Crown Molding,Double Vanity,Entrance Foyer,High Ceilings,Kitchen Island,Open Floorplan,Pantry,Master Downstairs,Smooth Ceilings,Storage,Tray Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Walk-In Shower
- Flooring: Carpet,Hardwood,Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log,Living Room,Sealed Combustion
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 3,647
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Zoned
- Cooling features: Electric,Zoned
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,647
- Total interior livable area: 3,647 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 0077250
- Zoning: R-1
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered,Porch
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Lot size: 0.45 Acres
- Features: Gentle Sloping,Native Plants
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage,Garage Faces Side
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Hurricane
- Heat Wave
- Ice Storm
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Chatham County and North Carolina
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $5,051 | $60,612 |
| Home Insurance * | $294 | $3,528 |
| Property Taxes | $516 | $6,192 |
| Electricity | $339 | $4,076 |
| Total | $6,200 | $74,400 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-30 | Price change | $999,000 |
| 2026-01-20 | Listed for sale | $1,010,390 |
| 2013-06-02 | Listing removed | $59,000 |
| 2013-04-16 | Price change | $59,000 |
| 2012-11-21 | Listed for sale | $66,000 |
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