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3217 Wood Duck Ln, Hillsborough, NC, 27278

4beds
4baths
4,412sqft
$1,250,000
$283price/sqft
$7,844/moest. monthly cost
$313,760/yrincome needed

About This Home

Imagine waking up every morning to the soft sounds of a gentle breeze through the trees and sweet serenades of birds wishing you a good morning in this architect-owned sanctuary. This one level masterpiece is thoughtfully situated on a large 10-acre lot to maximize privacy and tranquility and allow enough room to add any of your dream outdoor dalliances. At its heart is a culinary hub that opens to the expansive living area, showcasing a professional-style Fulgor Milano 6-burner range, Sub-Zero refrigeration, and a gigantic pantry. You can sleep well knowing you'll wake up to an organized home with copious amounts of storage, including a heated and cooled flex space. The Finnish Tulikivi fireplace anchors the living room, bringing the warmth of winter sun into the home, while each of the four bedrooms enjoys its own attached bath. The convenient yet private office offers the perfect place to inspire while staying close to the action. For larger gatherings, you can entertain or relax in the huge bonus/family room with a gas fireplace and plenty of space for games, movie nights, and slumber parties. Or, retreat to the spacious sunroom where admiring the local wildlife and evening stargazing is a delight. This home offers the ultimate escape; come home and say Ahhhhhh

Getting Around

4
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
19
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

6/10
Grady Brown ElementaryGrades PK-54.7 mi
3/10
A L Stanback MiddleGrades 6-84.7 mi
6/10
Cedar Ridge HighGrades 9-125.0 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1995

Materials

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Brick

Type & Style

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

Interior

Appliances

  • Laundry features: Laundry Room,Main Level

Basement

  • Basement: Crawl Space

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Full bathrooms: 4

Features

  • Entrance Foyer,Granite Counters,High Ceilings,Open Floorplan,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Shower
  • Flooring: Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Hardwood
  • Number of fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace features: Decorative,Family Room,Free Standing,Gas,Living Room,Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 4,412

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Heat Pump
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Heat Pump,Multi Units,Whole House Fan

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 4,412
  • Total interior livable area: 4,412 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 9851639428
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Patio & porch: Deck,Front Porch
  • Exterior features: Garden,Private Yard
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Trees/Woods

Lot

  • Lot size: 10.49 Acres
  • Features: Hardwood Trees,Landscaped,Many Trees,Private

Parking

  • Total spaces: 10
  • Parking features: Additional Parking,Garage,Garage Door Opener,Garage Faces Side,Gravel,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

  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Lightning
Strong Wind
Tornado
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters in Orange County and North Carolina

Flood
Hurricane
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Tropical Depression
Tropical Storm
Winter Storm

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 $6,320$75,840
Home Insurance *$374$4,488
Property Taxes $740$8,880
Electricity $410$4,931
Total$7,844$94,128
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$268,937/yr
40% on housing$235,320/yr
45% on housing$209,173/yr

North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs

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NCIUA - Coastal Property Insurance Pool (CPIP)

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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

$283This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 27278$256
Orange County$273

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)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-02Price change$1,250,000
2026-01-15Listed for sale$1,350,000
2025-12-02Listing removed$1,450,000
2025-09-25Listed for sale$1,450,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentSteve Brauer
BrokerageColdwell Banker Advantage

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