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$1,073,923$234 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $1,070,000 on May 28, 2026

217 MILL RACE DR

CHAPEL HILL, NC 27514
4
Beds
4.5
Baths
4,586 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.1M
$962K low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,070,000 · May 28, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,486 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,099,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$370,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$729,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$808,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,099,900

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyORANGE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.39
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 279 ft²Porch · 369 ft²

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Northside Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
M
Guy B. Phillips Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
East Chapel Hill High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi

District: Chapel Hill-Carrboro Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27514These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.91
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.39

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.33,147
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,718 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$106,395
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$141,714
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

217 Mill Race Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 90% of homes in Orange County
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Chapel Hill 27514
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Orange County
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Chapel Hill 27514
  • Newer than 84% of homes in Chapel Hill 27514

What homes are worth in Chapel Hill 27514

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$147K$2M

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Chapel Hill 27514.

How it measures up in Chapel Hill 27514

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chapel Hill 27514.

Estimated value$1,073,923
CheaperTypical $680,544Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$234
CheaperTypical $285Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area4,586 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,324 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size0.39 ac
SmallerTypical 0.71 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 84% of homes nearby

How 217 Mill Race Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChapel Hill 27514Orange County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,073,92381% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23423% of homes32% of homes
Living areabigger than4,586 ft²93% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.39 ac24% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than199884% of homes66% of homes

About 217 Mill Race Dr

How much is 217 Mill Race Dr, Chapel Hill, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 217 Mill Race Dr, Chapel Hill, NC is $1,073,923 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $962,130 to $1,185,716. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 217 Mill Race Dr, Chapel Hill, NC last sell?

217 Mill Race Dr, Chapel Hill, NC last sold on May 28, 2026 for $1,070,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 217 Mill Race Dr, Chapel Hill, NC?

217 Mill Race Dr, Chapel Hill, NC has 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, 4,586 square feet of living space and a 0.39-acre lot.

When was 217 Mill Race Dr, Chapel Hill, NC built?

217 Mill Race Dr, Chapel Hill, NC was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 217 Mill Race Dr, Chapel Hill, NC?

217 Mill Race Dr, Chapel Hill, NC is assigned to Northside Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Guy B. Phillips Middle School (middle), rated A; East Chapel Hill High School (high), rated A. All sit in Chapel Hill-Carrboro Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 217 Mill Race Dr, Chapel Hill, NC compare to other homes in Chapel Hill 27514?

Among the 6,855 homes in Chapel Hill 27514, it is worth more than 81% of them ($1,073,923 against a typical $680,544), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($234 against a typical $285), it is bigger than 93% of them (4,586 ft² against a typical 2,324 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (0.39 ac against a typical 0.71 ac) and it is newer than 84% of them (1998 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Orange County, it is worth more than 90% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 217 Mill Race Dr, Chapel Hill, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 217 Mill Race Dr, Chapel Hill, NC was $14,486. The county assessed it at $1,099,900.

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