1020 Burning Tree Drive
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
$879,000
A rare modernist home on nearly an acre in The Oaks, offering distinctive architecture, thoughtful updates, a flexible private suite, and a professional-level pickleball court in one of Chapel Hill's most established neighborhoods. Inside, exposed beams and warm wood ceilings preserve the home's original character, while renovated bathrooms and major recent improvements—including a new roof, two new HVAC systems, new water heaters, and an upgraded electrical panel—add modern comfort and peace of mind. A second story, fully permitted addition above the garage creates a separate upper-level suite while remaining connected to the home. Accessed from the kitchen by its own staircase, it includes a private entrance, bedroom, full bathroom, and office—ideal for guests, multigenerational living, a home office, or creative space. Outside, the professional-level pickleball court is the standout feature, set within a large, level yard with plenty of additional space for entertaining, play, and outdoor living. The court has hosted world-class players including Ben Johns and Tyson McGuffin. Located just around the corner from Chapel Hill Country Club and minutes from Trader Joe's, University Place, UNC, Duke, and I-40, this home offers a combination of character, flexibility, space, and amenities that is difficult to replicate in Chapel Hill.
Listing Courtesy of: Compass -- Chapel Hill - Durham
919-619-4283
| Mls #: | 10195877 |
|---|---|
| List Price: | $879,000 |
| Class: | Residential |
| Property Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Status: | Active |
| Bedrooms: | 4 |
| Full Baths: | 3 |
| Total Living Area Sq Ft: | 2,587 |
| Hoa 1 Fees $: | $50 |
| Tax Annual Amount: | $11,518 |
| Approx Lot Sq Ft: | 42,689.0 |
| Approximate Acres: | 0.98 |
| Style: | Transitional |
| Waterfront Type: | No |
| City: | Chapel Hill |
| Subdivision: | The Oaks |
| Zip: | 27517 |
| Year Built: | 1984 |
| State: | NC |
| Basement: | No |
| Elementary School 1: | Chapel Hill Carrboro - Mel and Zora Rashkis Elementary School |
| High School 1: | Chapel Hill Carrboro - East Chapel Hill High School |
| Zoning: | R-1A |
| Garage: | 2.0 |
| Living Area Above Grade: | 2,587.0 |
| Roof: | Shingle |
| Flooring: | Hardwood, Tile |
| A/C: | Central Air |
| Heating: | Forced Air |
| Construction Type: | Brick |
| Lot Size Units: | Acres |
| Heating?: | Yes |
| Bathrooms Total Integer: | 3 |
| Cooling?: | Yes |
| Lot Features: | Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Landscaped, Near Golf Course, Flood Plains |
| Special Listing Conditions: | Standard |
| Association?: | Yes |
| Association Fee Frequency: | Annually |
| Stories: | 1 |
| Postal Code Plus4: | 5606 |
| Lot Size Area: | 0.98 |
| Parking Features: | Additional Parking, Driveway, Garage |
| Attached Garage?: | Yes |
| Parcel Number: | 9798584377 |
| Water Source: | Public |
| Bathrooms Total Decimal: | $3.00 |
| Other Structures: | Other, Tennis Court(s) |
| Building Area Total: | 2587.0 |
| Sewer: | Public Sewer |
| Levels: | Two |
| Association Fee Includes: | Unknown |
| Middle Or Junior School: | Chapel Hill Carrboro - Grey Culbreth Middle School |
| Foundation Details: | Crawlspace |
| Garage?: | Yes |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2026-09-10 |
| Structure Type: | House |
| Other Equipment: | Other |
| Open Parking?: | Yes |
| Road Responsibility: | Public Maintained Road |
| Listing Terms: | Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan |
| Possession: | Close Of Escrow |
| Tax Assessed Value: | $895,500 |
| Parking Total: | 2 |
| Listing Agreement: | Exclusive Right To Sell |
| Open Parking Spaces: | 2.0 |
| Association Name: | The Oaks I Voluntary |
| Other Parking: | driveway |
| Community Features: | Golf |
| Association Phone: | 0 |
| Original List Price: | $879,000 |
| Disclosures: | Seller Disclosure |
| Tax Year: | 2025 |
| Contract Information Comp Sale Yn2: | No |
| Contract Information Years Owned2: | 1 or More Year(s) |
| Contract Information Property Leased Yn2: | No |
| Contract Information Original Mls2: | Triangle MLS Inc |
| Location Tax And Legal Lot Number2: | 0 |
| Location Tax And Legal City Limits Of2: | Chapel Hill |
| Location Tax And Legal City Limits Yn2: | Yes |
| Location Tax And Legal Restrictive Covenants Yn2: | Yes |
| General Property Information Enhanced Accessible2: | No |
| General Property Information Association Fee Required Yn: | No |
| General Property Information Primary Residence Yn: | Yes |
| Subscriber Confirmation Subscriber Created Text: | Yes |
| Subscriber Confirmation Subscriber Took Photos: | No |
| Internet Service Information 1 Advertised Top Download Speed: | 2,000 |
| Internet Service Information 1 Advertised Top Upload Speed: | 2,000 |
| Approval Status: | Yes |
| Room Types: | Primary Bedroom |
| Contract Information Original Entry Timestamp: | 2026-10-01T10:35:04-05:00 |
| County Or Parish: | Orange |
| Main Level Bedrooms: | 3 |
| General Property Information Main Level Bedrooms Yn5: | Yes |
| Room Types Primary Bedroom Level: | Main |
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