612 Highland Trl, Chapel Hill, NC, 27516
About This Home
Nestled beneath a canopy of trees on nearly an acre, this inviting Gail Crabtree craftsman feels like the kind of place you'll want to linger. The 2025 renovation transformed the main level with a serene new primary suite, a mudroom designed for real life (hooks, shelves, and space for everything), a tucked-away office for quiet focus, and a screened porch made for spring mornings and summer nights. With flexible spaces, the home functions like a four-bedroom property, giving you the option of an upstairs or main-level primary suite. The abundance of windows highlights the beautiful hardwood floors and the quality craftsmanship throughout the home. Recent updates--including a 2026 roof, fresh paint, new upstairs HVAC, and a new well pressure tank--mean you can move right in and enjoy. Highland Forest offers peaceful living just minutes from Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and Pittsboro, giving you the best of both worlds: calm surroundings with everyday conveniences close by.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
No Nearby Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2005
Materials
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Fiber Cement,Shake Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman, Transitional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Electric Range,Electric Water Heater,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer,Water Heater,Water Softener
- Laundry features: Laundry Room
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s),Double Vanity,High Ceilings,High Speed Internet,Master Downstairs,Second Primary Bedroom,Smooth Ceilings,Storage,Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood,Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log,Living Room,Propane
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 2,579
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Electric,Fireplace(s),Forced Air,Heat Pump
- Cooling features: Central Air,Electric,Heat Pump
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,579
- Total interior livable area: 2,579 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 0065533
- Zoning: R-2
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck,Screened
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Lot size: 0.95 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot,Landscaped
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway
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
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Hurricane
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- 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 | $2,978 | $35,736 |
| Home Insurance * | $163 | $1,956 |
| Property Taxes | $360 | $4,320 |
| Electricity | $240 | $2,882 |
| Total | $3,741 | $44,892 |
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)
No zestimate history available
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-13 | Pending sale | $589,000 |
| 2026-05-01 | Listed for sale | $589,000 |
| 2015-05-20 | Sold | $310,000 |
| 2015-04-07 | Price change | $319,900 |
| 2015-02-27 | Price change | $325,000 |
| 2014-11-13 | Listed for sale | $335,000 |
| 2005-10-11 | Sold | $279,000 |
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