Description
This 5-acre smart mini-farm has beautiful interior updates paired with whole-home solar, two Tesla Powerwall back up batteries, an entire smart-home ecosystem, 5-stall barn, greenhouse, gardens, and moreyet it's located 10 minutes from Hillsborough and a quick hop to I-40/85 for easy access to Chapel Hill and Durham. A wide, wrap-around rocking-chair porch introduces 3,300 sq ft of thoughtfully updated interior offering five bedrooms and three full baths, including a first-floor guest suite. Hardwood floors grace the main level, while brand-new waterproof laminate unifying the second and third floors. The eat-in kitchen showcases granite counters, stainless appliances, and a new induction range, flowing into a formal dining room for seamless entertaining. Upstairs, the owner's suite features dual vanities and double shower heads; a large bonus room and a third-floor retreat with bedroom 5 plus a recreation room flex for multigenerational living, home offices, or creative studios. Smart living essentials include Google Nest thermostats, keypad locks, SimpliSafe security, a high-efficiency tankless water heater, and a 240 V garage outlet ready for EV charging or workshop tools. A water filter and water softener delivers premium water quality while protecting plumbing. Importantly, the home is storm proof. The Tesla Powerwall's ensure that the well pump, refrigerators, cooking and internet connectivity never go down. Outdoors, relax on the new patio or gather around the fire-pit beneath pristine Carolina skies. Do not miss the hand-laid stone beds, fenced pasture, and a flourishing food forest overflowing with apples, peaches, pears, plums, berries, figs, pawpaws, grapes, and assorted nut trees deliver turnkey homesteading potential from day one. If you are looking for a mini-farm with sustainable and smart features and space to grow without sacrificing quick access to Triangle, this energy-independent homestead checks every box. This home has been pre-sale inspected and all-important repairs have been completed.
Details
| MLS # | 10184008 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active Under Contract |
| Year | 2007 |
| Days On Site | 18 |
| Listing Provided By | Real Estate Experts | Jodi Bakst |
Features
| Bed(s) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 3 Total |
| SQ Feet | 3,303 |
| Garage | 2 |
| Basement | Y |
| Story(s) | 3 |
| Zoning | AR |
| Acreage | 5.00 |
| Property View | Trees, Woods |
Interior
| Interior Features | Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Recessed Lighting, Separate Shower, Smart Thermostat, Smooth Ceilings, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Water Sense Fixture(s) |
|---|---|
| Heating Yes / No | No |
| Cooling Yes / No | Yes |
| Cooling | Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Dual, Heat Pump |
| Fireplace Features | Glass Doors, Living Room, Raised Hearth |
| Fireplaces Total | 1 |
| Fireplace Yes / No | Yes |
| Laundry Features | Inside, Laundry Room, Main Level |
| Rooms Total | 11 |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Balcony, Fenced Yard, Garden, Private Yard, Rain Barrel/Cistern(s), Rain Gutters, Smart Lock(s) |
|---|---|
| Roof | Shingle |
| Foundation Details | Crawlspace |
| Lot Features | Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Gentle Sloping, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Native Plants, Pasture, Rectangular Lot, Sloped |
| View | Trees/Woods |
| Construction Materials | Low VOC Paint/Sealant/Varnish, Vinyl Siding |
| Security Features | Security System, Smoke Detector(s) |
| Horse Amenities | Barn, Hay Storage, Pasture, Stable(s), Tack Room |
| Patio And Porch Features | Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Porch |
Parking
| Attached Garage Yes / No | Yes |
|---|---|
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
| Parking Features | Additional Parking, Attached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener |
Utilities
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
|---|
Taxes
| Tax Assessed Value | 730700 |
|---|---|
| Tax Legal Description | 2 Sec 1 Fairfield Estates P48/134 |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
Area Information
| State | NC |
|---|---|
| County | Orange |
| City | Efland |
| Zip Code | 27243 |
| Area | Orange |
| Community Name | Fairfield Estates |
| School District | Orange - Orange High |
| Elementary School | Orange - Central Elementary |
| High School | Orange - Orange High |
| Listing VS Median (in Fairfield Estates) | |
Price: $845,000 low | high Med: $845,000 sqft: 3,303 low | high Med: 3,303 $ / sqft: $256 low | high Med: $256 On site: 18 low | high Med: 18 | |
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| State | NC |
|---|---|
| County | Orange |
| City | Efland |
| Zip Code | 27243 |
| Area | Orange |
| Community Name | Fairfield Estates |
| School District | Orange - Orange High |
| Elementary School | Orange - Central Elementary |
| High School | Orange - Orange High |
| Listing VS Median (in Fairfield Estates) | |
Price: $845,000 low | high Med: $845,000 sqft: 3,303 low | high Med: 3,303 $ / sqft: $256 low | high Med: $256 On site: 18 low | high Med: 18 | |