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Chapel Hill

New Homes in Gated Communities - Chapel Hill, NC

2 homes

  • Deal spotlight: real Jome success stories

    • Ana V.

      Ana V.

      First-time buyer with $500 down

      We went from renting a crumbling home to owning a 4-bed with $500 down — Jome made it possible.

      Bought with Jome - July 2025

      Avenida by D.R. Horton

      • 4 bd
      • 2 ba
      • 2 stories
      • 1,891 sqft

      Savings breakdown

      Monthly payment

      $1,679/mo$2,384/moSaved $705/mo

      Cash to close

      $10,500$18,500Saved $8,000

      🔥 Deal worth: $16,640

      Includes: lowered monthly investment, closing cost reduction

      Why this home is a match:

      • 4 bedrooms
      • Modern finishes
      • Open layout
      • Family-friendly area

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    • Rachel P.

      Rachel P.

      Turned down twice. Now a proud homeowner — with nothing due at closing!

      I fixed my credit, worked with Jome, and got my home with $850 down — no closing costs.

      Bought with Jome - July 2025

      Landon Ridge by Lennar

      • 3 bd
      • 2 ba
      • 1 story
      • 1,266 sqft

      Savings breakdown

      Monthly payment

      $1,600/mo$2,047/moSaved $447/mo

      Cash to close

      $850$12,350Saved $11,500

      🔥 Deal worth: $20,514

      Includes: lowered monthly investment, closing cost reduction

      Why this home is a match:

      • Affordable
      • Manageable payments
      • Fresh start
      • Smart Layout

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    • Ankit S.

      Ankit S.

      Locked in 3.99% — now paying what they did in rent

      With Jome's help, we locked in 3.99% and now own a home for the same monthly payment as our rent.

      Bought with Jome - July 2025

      Frontier Pointe by D.R. Horton

      • 2 bd
      • 2 ba
      • 1 story
      • 1,123 sqft

      Savings breakdown

      Monthly payment

      $1,553/mo$2,364/moSaved $811/mo

      Cash to close

      $6,633$18,720Saved $12,087

      🔥 Deal worth: $21,819

      Includes: blinds, refrigerator, gutters, garage door opener

      Why this home is a match:

      • 3.99% interest
      • Modern Kitchen
      • Energy Efficient
      • Extras included free

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New Homes in Gated Communities - Chapel Hill, NC

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  4. Raleigh-Durham Area
  5. Orange County
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Housing market in Chapel Hill, NC

  • State
    North Carolina
  • Market
    Raleigh-Durham Area
  • Neighborhoods
    0
  • Communities
    7
  • Single family
    50
  • Townhouses
    31
  • Multi family
    0
  • Condominiums
    11
  • Active builders
    9
  • Starting price
    $276,000
  • Median price
    $805,000
  • Price per square foot
    $344.72

Real estate price trends

Home price data reflects 2 listings in Chapel Hill, NC, sourced from Jome and updated regularly

*Based on Jome markets

What it's like to live in Chapel Hill?

The Local Vibe (Location & Identity)

Chapel Hill serves as a primary employment and educational hub within the Research Triangle, located roughly 30 miles west of Raleigh. With a population of approximately 62,000, the town is defined by its relationship with the University of North Carolina, which drives a highly educated demographic and a stable economic base. Most residents are professionals or academics who value the town's distinct identity separate from the larger metro sprawl.

Living Here: Amenities & Lifestyle

Daily life often centers on the walkable corridors of Franklin Street, where local mainstays like Sutton's Drug Store sit alongside the Morehead Planetarium. Residents frequent the trails at Carolina North Forest or spend weekends exploring the Ackland Art Museum. For shopping and dining, Southern Village and Meadowmont provide integrated residential and commercial spaces that reduce the need for long drives. Commuters utilize the fare-free Chapel Hill Transit system or hop on I-40 for quick access to Research Triangle Park. The humid subtropical climate allows for year-round outdoor activity at Homestead Park’s aquatic center and athletic fields. Finding new home communities in Chapel Hill offers a rare opportunity to live near these established amenities while enjoying modern infrastructure.

Schools & Family Appeal

The Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools district consistently ranks among the highest-performing systems in North Carolina, drawing many families to the area. Schools like East Chapel Hill High and Chapel Hill High are major drivers for local real estate demand. This academic focus extends to the town’s extensive library system and youth programming at the Hargraves Community Center.

Why New Construction Makes Sense Here

Much of the local housing stock dates back several decades, often requiring significant immediate investment in roofing, HVAC systems, or foundation repairs. Choosing new construction homes in Chapel Hill provides peace of mind through 10-year structural warranties and the absence of major capital expenditures in the first decade of ownership. This is particularly valuable in a climate where high humidity can take a toll on older building materials and crawl spaces. Modern builds also incorporate advanced drainage and moisture barriers that older homes in Orange County frequently lack. For those needing a faster transition, quick move-in homes in Chapel Hill allow buyers to bypass the renovation cycle entirely.