Price Reduction
Address
539 Riddle Avenue, Hillsborough, NC
Price
$ 274,900
Property Attributes
- MLS#10179411
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyOrange
- CityHillsborough
- NeighborhoodNorthern Heights
- Zip27278
- StyleRanch
- Year Built1991
- Price$ 274,900
- Bedrooms2
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage1010
- Lot Size0.36 Acres
Data Source:
Triangle MLS (TMLS)
Property Description
1010 Sqft Single Family Home |2Br 2Bath | $279K | 0.36 Acres | **USDA Loan eligible home!** Stop renting and start building equity! Just minutes from Historic Downtown Hillsborough! this thoughtful and nicely refreshed home offers natural light and a flexible 0.36-acre lot with room to live, relax, entertain, and garden, create your ideal outdoor space. Recent Updates will give you peace of mind. A complete 2021 refresh means many of the home's major systems and features are only about five years old, including the roof, HVAC, water heater, energy-efficient windows, gutters, light fixtures, and stacked washer/dryer. Fresh paint and professional cleaning further enhance the home's clean, move-in-ready appeal. Chef-Inspired Kitchen, this stylish kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring shaker-style cabinetry, granite countertops, custom tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. Bright, functional, and inviting, this kitchen is ready for your next gathering or quiet morning coffee. NO HOA! The spacious 0.36-acre lot gives you something that's hard to find at this price point: space and flexibility. You have the freedom to make the property your own. Create a private garden, build a workshop, add outdoor entertaining areas, establish a play space, or simply enjoy having room to spread out. The expansive covered front porch adds classic Southern charm and creates the perfect spot for patio furniture and relaxing with morning coffee or unwinding after a long day. A large covered carport with attached storage provides convenient protection from the elements, while the additional rear storage shed offers plenty of space for lawn equipment, tools, and outdoor gear. Prime Triangle Location, If location matters to you, this home puts you close to it all, with easy access to the 70, 85, and 40, you can be anywhere in the triangle in minutes, Durham, Chapel Hill, Duke University, UNC, Raleigh, and Greensboro. Enjoy being a hop skip and a jump from the shops, restaurants, breweries, and events of Historic Downtown Hillsborough. Stay home and enjoy Fairview Park just around the corner, offering playgrounds, ball fields, and tennis/pickleball courts for convenient recreation close to home. Fantastic location. Exceptional value. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer ready to stop renting, looking for an affordable Triangle-area home, downsizing, or searching for a property with room to grow, this Hillsborough home checks the boxes. *** USDA Eligible home means there is the potential for NO DOWN PAYMENT** Need Help with financing our In House Lender that can let you know where you stand and what opportunities might be available for you. Chris Moyer 561 632-7316
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Orange - River Park Elementary Elementary School | Orange - Orange Middle Middle School | Orange - Orange High High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/19/2026 | Listed $279,000 |
| 9/9/2026 | 1$274,900 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | None |
| Cooling | Gas,Heat Pump,Humidity Control |
| Utilities | Natural Gas Connected,Sewer Connected,Water Connected |
| Roof | Architectural Shingle |
| Appliances | Free-Standing Gas Range,Free-Standing Refrigerator,Oven,Washer/Dryer,Washer/Dryer Stacked,Water Heater |
| Zoning | R10 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Covered,Front Porch |
| Architectural Style | Ranch |
| Construction Materials | Brick |
| Year Built | 1991 |
| Stories Count | 1 |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Community Features | Park,Playground,Tennis Court(s) |
| County | Orange |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Subdivision Name | Northern Heights |
| Facing Direction | South |
| Garage Y/N | false |
| Other Structures | Shed(s) |
| Total Rooms | 5 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Heading 85 East- take exit 161 US 70 East, left on Rainey, left on Riddle, 539 Riddle is on your right. Heading 85 West- take exit 170 (70&86), Right on Rainey, Left on Riddle, 539 Riddle on your right. |
| High School | Orange - Orange High |
| City | Hillsborough |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 15682 |
| Carport Spaces | 1 |
| Carport Y/N | true |
| Elementary School | Orange - River Park Elementary |
| Tax Annual Amount | 3578.24 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Orange - Orange Middle |
| Structure Type | House |
| Standard Status | Active |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Granite Counters,Open Floorplan,Shower Only |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Carpet,Laminate,Simulated Wood |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | false |
| Fireplace Y/N | false |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 1010 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Laundry Features | Laundry Closet |
| Total Bedrooms | 2 |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Rain Gutters |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Attached Carport,Covered,Paved |
| Lot Features | Back Yard,Gentle Sloping,Rectangular Lot,None |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 0.36 |
| Foundation Details | Brick/Mortar |
| Spa | false |
| Building Area Total | 1010 |
| Lot Dimensions | 98'*159'*99'*164' |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.36 |
| Road Surface Type | Asphalt |
| Other Parking | Driveway |
| Waterfront Y/N | false |
| Covered Spaces | 1 |
| Road Frontage Type | City Street |
| Horse Y/N | false |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 27278
Price
Year Built
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