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$749,000

101 Rainbow Dr Carrboro, NC 27510

5 beds
4 full, 1 partial
2,860 sqft
0.4 acres
$262 / sqft
House

Property details

About 101 Rainbow Dr

Stunning 5-bed, 4.5-bath home in a prime Carrboro location, offering space, comfort, and natural light throughout! The main floor features a private guest suite with ensuite bath, dedicated office, and formal dining area. The kitchen includes a charming bay window, perfect for morning coffee, and flows into bright, open living spaces. Upstairs you'll find four additional bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with a dreamy walk-in closet. Enjoy outdoor living on the large front porch or the expansive back deck overlooking a fenced backyard. All just minutes from downtown Carrboro, shops, restaurants, and UNC!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Heat Pump
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Heat Pump
Size2,860 sqft
Lot size0.43 Acres
Year built2005
ParkingGarage Faces Side
MLS #10094794
Attached garage2 spaces

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Basement: No
  • Flooring Type: Tile, Wood
  • Interior: Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Garage Faces Side
  • Exterior: Back Fence, Deck, Porch Front, Fence
  • Architectural Style: Transitional
  • Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
  • List Price: $749,000
  • Price/SqFt: $261
  • Annual Tax Amount: $8,300
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Back Yard, Front Yard
  • Directions: From I-40 W, take exit 273B for NC-54 E toward Durham. Turn left onto NC-54 W. Slight right onto the NC-54 W/US-15 S/US-501 S ramp toward Carrboro/Pittsboro/NC Botanical Garden. Turn right onto NC-54 W/US-15 S/US-501 S. Keep left to continue on NC-54 W. Turn right onto W Main St, then left onto James St. Turn right onto Rainbow Dr.
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Living Area: 2,860 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.43 Acres
  • MLS Number: 10094794
  • MLS Name: Doorify MLS
  • Office Name: Compass -- Chapel Hill - Durham
  • Office Phone: (919) 999-8482
  • Office Email: brett.bushnell@compass.com
  • Listing Agent: Everett Stevenson

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Feb 17, 2016
Home Sold
$498,000
Mar 25, 2004
Home Sold
$189,500

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$492,700$8,300
2022$492,700$8,206
2021$492,700$8,145
2019$430,100$7,395
2018$430,100$7,289

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

McDougle Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

890 Old Fayetteville Rd

4

Carrboro Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.9 mi

400 Shelton St

7

Seawell Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.3 mi

9115 Seawell School Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $51,302. The most common annual income of people living in Carrboro, NC is between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

30%
<35k
49%
35k-100k
17%
100k-200k
4%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

54%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
20%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

11%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
36%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Yoga/pilatesYoga/pilates
  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera
  • SoccerSoccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • H&MH&M
  • Chico'sChico's
  • Forever 21Forever 21

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • QdobaQdoba

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • VolvoVolvo
  • MazdaMazda

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • AlternativeAlternative
  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 101 Rainbow Dr

The listing price of 101 Rainbow Dr property is $749,000.

The property 101 Rainbow Dr is a house located in Carrboro, North Carolina, 27510.

Active Listing: 101 Rainbow Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 101 Rainbow Dr are: McDougle Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Carrboro Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Seawell Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), C&L McDougle Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Smith Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Guy B. Phillips Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Chapel Hill High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Phoenix Academy High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Carrboro High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $8,300 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on February 17, 2016 for $498,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 101 Rainbow Dr has 5 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 101 Rainbow Dr is 2,860 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 101 Rainbow Dr is 2005.

This home is located at 101 Rainbow Dr in Carrboro, NC and zip code 27510 in the Plantation Acres neighborhood. This 2,860 square foot home, which was built in 2005, sits on a 0.43 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 8, 2025 and is currently priced at $749,000.

In June 2025 more than 7 listings in Carrboro, NC were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 5 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 4 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Carrboro, NC did not change between May and June 2025. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $525,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 13 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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