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224 Empress Road Hillsborough, NC 27278 Active

UPDATED: 05/18/2026 01:13 PM ON MARKET: 16 days on market

$615,000

4 Beds4 Baths2,843 SqFt

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 2,843 sqft

Price per Sqft $216

Subdivision Waterstone

MLS Listing ID 10167153

Style Site Built

Bedrooms 4

Full Baths 3

Half Baths 1

HOA Y/N Yes

Abv Grd Liv Area 2,843

Year Built 2015

Annual Tax Amount $7,102

Lot Size 7,405 Sqft

Acres 0.17

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Source Triangle MLS

Location

State NC

County Orange

Community Pool,Sidewalks,Street Lights

Zoning ESU

Direction Take I-40 to Old Chapel Hill Hillsborough Rd/Old NC 86 in Orange County. Take exit 261 from I-40. Follow Old Chapel Hill Hillsborough Rd/Old NC 86 and Cates Creek Pkwy to Empress Rd in Hillsborough. Home is on the right.

Rooms

Other Rooms • Primary Bedroom (Second)
• Bedroom 2: 13.3 x 11.4 (Second)
• Bedroom 3: 15 x 13.3 (Second)
• Dining Room: 12.7 x 12.6 (Lower)
• Family Room: 20 x 15 (Lower)
• Kitchen: 14.3 x 14 (Lower)

Primary Bedroom Level Second

Interior

Interior Features Bathtub/Shower Combination,Built-in Features,Ceiling Fan(s),Crown Molding,Dining L,Kitchen Island,Pantry,Separate Shower,Soaking Tub

Heating Natural Gas,Zoned

Cooling Central Air

Flooring Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Wood

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Gas Log

Fireplace Yes

Window Features Double Pane Windows

Appliance Built-In Electric Oven,Cooktop,Gas Water Heater,Ice Maker,Microwave,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Vented Exhaust Fan,Washer/Dryer,Water Heater

Laundry Laundry Room,Upper Level

Exterior

Garage Spaces 2.0

Fence Back Yard

Pool Association

Community Features Pool,Sidewalks,Street Lights

Utilities Available Cable Available,Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Connected,Phone Available,Water Connected

View Y/N Yes

Roof Type Shingle

Street Surface Asphalt

Porch Patio,Porch,Screened

Garage Yes

Private Pool No

Building

Lot Description Back Yard,Landscaped

Faces Take I-40 to Old Chapel Hill Hillsborough Rd/Old NC 86 in Orange County. Take exit 261 from I-40. Follow Old Chapel Hill Hillsborough Rd/Old NC 86 and Cates Creek Pkwy to Empress Rd in Hillsborough. Home is on the right.

Story 2

Foundation Slab

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Transitional

Level or Stories 2

Structure Type Shake Siding,Vinyl Siding

New Construction No

Schools

Elementary Schools Orange - New Hope Elementary

Middle Schools Orange - A L Stanback

High Schools Orange - Cedar Ridge

Others

HOA Fee Include Maintenance Grounds

Senior Community No

Tax ID 9873380077

Special Listing Condition Standard

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Property Description

Immaculately maintained 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home in the highly desirable Waterstone community of Hillsborough! From the moment you step inside, you'll appreciate the beautiful hardwood floors throughout the entire main level and staircase, along with thoughtful upgrades like crown molding, lighting and fresh paint on most walls. The main level features a private office with French doors and custom built-ins, perfect for working from home or a quiet retreat.
The upgraded gourmet kitchen is a true centerpiece, offering granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a gas stove, and an oversized island with abundant storage and prep space. The spacious family room is designed for both comfort and entertaining with a cozy gas fireplace and additional built-ins with cabinets.
Enjoy outdoor living year-round on the screened porch overlooking the private backyard and expansive patio--ideal for relaxing or hosting guests.
Upstairs, you'll find an open loft area, convenient laundry room, and three generously sized secondary bedrooms, including one with an attached full bath perfect for guests or multigenerational living. The luxurious primary suite features dual walk-in closets and a spa-like ensuite bath complete with dual vanities, soaking tub, and separate tiled shower.
This move-in ready home combines space, style, and functionality in one of Hillsborough's most sought-after swimming pool neighborhoods!

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