




478 Bear Tree Crk, Chapel Hill, NC, 27517
About This Home
A first-floor primary suite. A keeping room with fireplace. A finished walk-out lower level built for multigenerational living. This six-bedroom golf course community home checks the boxes that matter most -- and then some! The home's main level opens to a dramatic two-story living room filled with light, flowing into a keeping room with fireplace off the kitchen -- the heart of daily life. The eat-in kitchen area offers expansive counter space, as workstation and walk in pantry! The expansive first-floor primary suite with includes a sitting area, dual walk-in closets, and a spacious bath. Across the hall french doors open to a dedicated office or flex space. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms and two full baths provide space that flexes with your needs. Below, the finished walk-out lower level adds approximately 1,727 square feet of bonus space -- complete with two bedrooms, a full bath, kitchenette, dining area, and a dedicated gym/flex room. Note that this level is finished but not heated or cooled, making it ideal for guest stays, extended family, or active use year-round with the right setup. Multiple outdoor spaces give you room to relax at the end of the day or entertain with friends. Choose from your welcoming front porch, rear screened porch and deck or lower patio. With thoughtful bonuses such as central vac and a dedicated laundry room this home does not disappoint! The Preserve at Jordan Lake offers residents more than a prestigious address. The community amenities -- pool, racquet courts, and the Davis Love III-designed championship golf course -- make everyday life feel like a retreat. The seller is offering a $5,000 credit at closing with an acceptable offer.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2005
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: HardiPlank Type,Stone
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Transitional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished, Unheated, Walk-Out Access
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Flooring: Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Hardwood
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 3,126
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Forced Air,Heat Pump,Zoned
- Cooling features: Attic Fan,Central Air,Electric,Gas,Zoned
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,126
- Total interior livable area: 3,126 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 0077350
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Lot size: 0.41 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- 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 | $4,550 | $54,600 |
| Home Insurance * | $265 | $3,180 |
| Property Taxes | $540 | $6,480 |
| Electricity | $291 | $3,493 |
| Total | $5,646 | $67,752 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-23 | Listed for sale | $949,000 |
| 2005-09-06 | Sold | $601,000 |
