543-549 Cedar Lake Road
Chapel Hill, NC, 27516 $ 1,295,000
Bedrooms12 Baths6.0 Sq 5,301 Monthly Estimate*
$ 8,944
for $1,295,000 with 12 bedrooms and 6 full baths. This 5,301 square foot home was built in 1978 on a lot size of 3.
A Rare Cash-Flowing Investment Opportunity in One of the Triangle's Best Locations! Offering both immediate cash flow and exceptional long-term upside, this income-producing multifamily property presents the ideal combination of stable returns and value-add potential. Enjoy strong current cash flow with existing rents while benefiting from the opportunity to increase rents toward market rates for comparable renovated apartments in this highly desirable location. Ideally positioned in northern Chatham County with a Chapel Hill mailing address, the property sits just 4.5 miles from UNC-Chapel Hill and downtown Chapel Hill, less than one mile from shopping and UNC park-and-ride facilities, approximately 3 miles to Briar Chapel, and only 11 miles to downtown Pittsboro. This central location continues to benefit from the tremendous growth throughout the Triangle while remaining convenient to UNC Hospitals, RTP, Jordan Lake, major highways, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences. The property consists of 3 solid brick, single-story duplexes situated on approximately 3 acres, offering a total of 6 income-producing residential units. 5 units are currently leased, with 1 intentionally held vacant to accommodate showings, while also providing an excellent opportunity for an owner to immediately lease at today's market rates. According to the appraiser, each duplex contains 1,767 heated square feet, for a total of 5,301 heated square feet across the property. Every unit offers a functional floor plan featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, a spacious living room, eat-in kitchen, multiple storage closets, and a dedicated laundry closet. All 6 units include washers and dryers, all of which convey with the sale (as-is). Each residence also features a covered front porch, private rear patio, and attached exterior storage/mechanical room. Designed for efficient ownership, each unit is separately metered for electricity through Duke Energy, while the property is served by a private well and septic systems. Owner-paid utility expenses are minimal, consisting primarily of electricity for the well pump house and any utilities associated with vacant units. Detailed operating expenses and annual utility costs are available on the accompanying Cap Rate calculation sheet. Cedar Lake Road is privately maintained. The property underwent extensive renovations throughout 2018-2019, significantly enhancing both appearance and long-term durability. Improvements included new 35-year architectural shingle roofs and gutters on all 3 duplexes, complete interior and exterior painting, updated flooring, appliances, fixtures, countertops, and numerous additional upgrades. To minimize future maintenance costs, there is no carpet in any unit, with all living rooms and bedrooms finished in durable Luxury Vinyl Plank or wood laminate flooring. Properties of this quality, size, and location are increasingly difficult to find. Combined with an excellent rental history, strong occupancy, quality renovations, minimal maintenance requirements, and exceptional proximity to Chapel Hill and UNC, this offering represents a compelling investment opportunity for buyers seeking dependable income today with meaningful appreciation and rental growth potential for years to come.
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FeaturesGeneralSewer Septic Tank
Heating Central Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Utilities Cable Connected Electricity Connected Septic Connected Water Connected
Roof Shingle
Appliances Dishwasher Electric Range Free-Standing Electric Range Free-Standing Range Free-Standing Refrigerator Range Range Hood Refrigerator Washer/Dryer Water Heater
Zoning R-2
Patio/Porch Features Covered Front Porch Patio Porch
Architectural Style Ranch
Construction Materials Brick Vertical Siding
Year Built 1978
View Forest Trees/Woods
Stories Count 1
Levels One
Property Subtype Duplex
Accessibility Level Flooring
County Chatham
New Construction false
Property Type Residential Income
HOA false
Attached Garage false
Subdivision Name Cedar Lake
Garage Y/N false
Building Features Total Area Heated
Total Rooms 24
Full Baths 6
Status Active
Directions 15-501 S turn right oto Manns Chapel Road take 2nd right onto Cedar Lake Road go almost to the end and 543-549 Cedar Lake Road is on your right...
High School Chatham - Northwood High
City Chapel Hill
Senior Community Y/N false
Open Parking Spaces 12
Lot Size Units Acres
Lot Size Square Feet 130679
Elementary School Chatham - Chatham Grove Elementary
Tax Annual Amount 6268.19
Middle/Junior High School Chatham - Margaret B Pollard Middle School
Ok to Lease 12 Months
Virtual Tour https://player.vimeo.com/video/1211376447?title=0&byline=0&portrait=0&badge=0&autopause=0&player_id=0&app_id=58479
Structure Type Duplex
Standard Status Active
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InteriorInterior Amenities Dual Closets Eat-in Kitchen Granite Counters High Speed Internet Kitchen/Dining Room Combination
Flooring Laminate Luxury Vinyl Vinyl See Remarks
Common Walls 1 Common Wall No Common Walls
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Fireplace Y/N false
Above Grade Finished Area 5301
Half Baths 0
Laundry Features Inside Laundry Closet Main Level
Total Bedrooms 12
Below Grade Finished Area 0
Above Grade Finished Area Source Appraiser
Total Baths 6
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ExteriorExterior Amenities Rain Gutters
Fencing None
Parking Features Additional Parking Asphalt Driveway Gravel Parking Pad
Lot Features Back Yard Few Trees Gentle Sloping Hardwood Trees Landscaped Level Partially Cleared Private Wooded
Water Source Well
Lot Size Area 3
Foundation Details Concrete Perimeter Slab
Spa false
Building Area Total 5301
Lot Dimensions 823 x 241 x 683 x 140
Lot Size Acres 3
Road Surface Type Asphalt
Other Parking Yes
Road Frontage Type Private Road State Road See Remarks
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* Excluded FeaturesList ByLong & Foster Real Estate IncBroker
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Average List Price $901,075
Percent of Sale Price 30%
About Chapel Hill, NC 60,184 Population
17% Since 2002
$ 71,433 Median Income
28.31 Median Age
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Chatham - Northwood High High School High School
Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 8/19/2026 | $1,295,000 | | Listed Price |