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4811 New Sharon Church Rd, Hillsborough, NC, 27278

4beds
4baths
4,455sqft
$2,250,000
$505price/sqft
$13,764/moest. monthly cost
$550,560/yrincome needed

About This Home

Rare Opportunity to Own a Horse Farm in Hillsborough! Set on over 17 picturesque acres, this exceptional property offers endless possibilities as a private equestrian estate, working farm, homestead, or event venue. The thoughtfully designed home combines quality craftsmanship with comfortable living. A grand foyer opens to a spacious living room anchored by an impressive stone fireplace and expansive windows overlooking the beautiful grounds. The kitchen features granite countertops, a commercial 36" gas range, stainless steel appliances, and abundant cabinetry. A light-filled sunroom with skylights spans the rear of the home, while the main-level primary suite offers dual closets, dual vanities, and a custom walk-in shower. A spacious laundry room with granite counters and ample storage adds convenience. Upstairs are 3 generously sized bedrooms, a bonus room with hidden attic storage, and two full baths with separate vanity areas. Additional features include a whole-house intercom, central vacuum, water filtration system, and a 2,000+ sq. ft. walk-out basement with plumbing already in place, offering incredible potential for additional living space, guest quarters, or an event area. Step outside to enjoy the expansive rear deck, fire pit, and regulation horseshoe pits. The professionally landscaped gardens are truly spectacular, featuring winding hardscape paths through an extraordinary collection of labeled ornamental plants, flowering shrubs, and mature fruit-bearing trees including figs, kiwis, blueberries, pears, peaches, plums, grapes, pomegranates, and persimmons. For gardeners, entrepreneurs, or homesteaders, the property includes two large commercial-quality greenhouses, one with its own backup generator, creating exceptional year-round growing and income-producing opportunities. Multiple approved perk sites offer additional flexibility for future building or subdivision. Equestrians will appreciate the five-stall barn with two mare stalls, wash area, tack room with hot and cold water, attached workshop, hayloft, and two fenced pastures totaling approximately seven acres. The property also features two scenic ponds, one with a gazebo and mature koi, the other stocked with fish, approximately 2,300 feet of new trails for riding, hiking, or ATVs. This is more than a home—it's a rare lifestyle property offering beauty, functionality, income potential, and room to grow, all just minutes from Hillsborough. Come experience everything this remarkable property has to offer! A full Features sheet is available in MLS documents.

Getting Around

1
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
19
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

7/10
Pathways ElementaryGrades PK-57.0 mi
5/10
Orange Middle SchoolGrades 6-87.4 mi
6/10
Orange HighGrades 9-127.2 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1987

Materials

  • Foundation: Block,Permanent
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Brick

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Transitional
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Built-In Gas Range,Built-In Range,Dishwasher,Dryer,Free-Standing Refrigerator,Gas Range,Gas Water Heater,Ice Maker,Range,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Washer,Washer/Dryer,Water Heater
  • Laundry features: Inside,Laundry Room,Main Level,Sink

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Block, Concrete, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Full bathrooms: 3
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Bathtub/Shower Combination,Breakfast Bar,Built-in Features,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Chandelier,Crown Molding,Double Vanity,Dual Closets,Eat-in Kitchen,Granite Counters,High Ceilings,Kitchen Island,Pantry,Master Downstairs,Recessed Lighting,Separate Shower,Smooth Ceilings,Stone Counters,Walk-In Closet(s),Walk-In Shower
  • Door features: French Doors
  • Window features: Skylight(s)
  • Flooring: Carpet,Hardwood,Tile,Wood
  • Fireplace features: Wood Burning Stove
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 4,455

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central,Forced Air,Heat Pump,Propane,Wood Stove
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Heat Pump

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 4,455
  • Total interior livable area: 4,455 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 0807258392
  • Zoning: R1
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Stories: 3
  • Patio & porch: Deck,Porch
  • Exterior features: Dock,Fenced Yard,Fire Pit,Garden,Rain Barrel/Cistern(s),Storage,Other
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Pasture,Pond,Trees/Woods
  • Has water view: Yes
  • Water view: Pond
  • On waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront features: Waterfront
  • Horses can be raised: Yes

Lot

  • Lot size: 17.50 Acres
  • Features: Agricultural,Back Yard,Farm,Garden,Hardwood Trees,Partially Cleared,Pasture,Pond on Lot,Waterfall,See Remarks

Parking

  • Total spaces: 10
  • Parking features: Attached,Garage,Paved
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
  • Uncovered spaces: 8

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
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Drought
    DroughtModerate
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Hurricane
    HurricaneModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Lightning
Strong Wind
Winter Weather
Drought
Hail
Hurricane
Heat Wave
Ice Storm
Tornado

FEMA Declared Disasters in Orange County and North Carolina

Flood
Hurricane
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Tropical Depression
Tropical Storm
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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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $11,377$136,524
Home Insurance *$674$8,088
Property Taxes $1,299$15,588
Electricity $414$4,979
Total$13,764$165,168
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$471,908/yr
40% on housing$412,920/yr
45% on housing$367,040/yr

North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 235,990Commercial: 10,165
Total Premiums$278.20M
Total Exposure$57.33B

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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.9%
8.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.0%
4.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -1.6%
-1.6%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$505This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 27278$252
Orange County$272

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 27278$236
Orange County$264

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)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-03Price change$2,250,000
2026-07-15Listed for sale$2,225,000
2026-05-05Listing removed$1,700,000
2025-11-14Price change$1,700,000
2025-08-15Listed for sale$1,660,000
2025-08-07Listing removed--
2025-07-23Listed for sale$1,650,000
2025-07-18Listing removed$1,650,000
2025-06-28Price change$1,650,000
2025-04-07Price change$1,500,000
2025-03-21Listed for sale$1,600,000
2021-03-24Listing removed--
2008-05-09Sold$755,000
2007-09-18Listing removed$799,000
2007-08-22Listed for sale$799,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentPatricia Roberts
BrokerageKeller Williams Central

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