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$220,000

525 Locust Rd Hillsborough, NC 27278

3 beds
1 full
1,026 sqft
0.5 acres
$214 / sqft
House

Property details

About 525 Locust Rd

Looking for a place to add your personal touch or a great investment opportunity? Look no further! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home is located on a quiet street just minutes from downtown Hillsborough and Eno River Farm. Nestled in one of the area's most sought-after locations, this property offers an incredible opportunity to restore, personalize, or invest. Enjoy a generous amount of green space, perfect for family activities or outdoor entertaining. With no HOA fees and plenty of potential, don't miss your chance to make this home your own. Sold as-is.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingOther
StatusActive
Size1,026 sqft
Lot size0.46 Acres
Year built1983
MLS #10105335

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Flooring Type: None
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Heating: Other
  • Cooling: None
  • List Price: $220,000
  • Price/SqFt: $214
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,119
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: Get on I-440 E from Kent Rd and Western Blvd 3 min (0.9 mi). Take I-40 to US-70 Connector N in Orange County. Take exit 161 from I-40 34 min (36.5 mi). Continue on US-70 Connector N. Take US-70 E/NC-86 Truck to Locust Rd
  • Year Built: 1983
  • Living Area: 1,026 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.46 Acres
  • MLS Number: 10105335
  • MLS Name: Doorify MLS
  • Office Name: EXP Realty LLC
  • Office Phone: (888) 584-9431
  • Office Email: nc.triangle@exprealty.com
  • Listing Agent: Lesly Areli Gomez Buenaventura

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Sep 12, 2024
Home Sold
$910,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$104,000$1,119
2022$104,000$1,105
2021$104,000$1,092

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Pathways Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.9 mi

431 Strouds Creek Rd

7

Hillsborough Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.4 mi

402 N Nash St

3

Central Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.4 mi

154 Hayes St

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 $37,799. Typical income of Hillsborough, NC residents is less than $<35k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

48%
<35k
44%
35k-100k
8%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

41%
Single, No Kids
16%
Single, with Kids
25%
Married, No Kids
18%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

17%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
12%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Monster TrucksMonster Trucks
  • NASCARNASCAR
  • HuntingHunting

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Wal-MartWal-Mart
  • Dollar GeneralDollar General
  • Academy Sports & OutdoorsAcademy Sports & Outdoors

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Hardee'sHardee's
  • Jimmy JohnsJimmy Johns
  • ApplebeesApplebees

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • GMCGMC
  • RamRam

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • CountryCountry
  • Classic CountryClassic Country
  • New CountryNew Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 525 Locust Rd

The listing price of 525 Locust Rd property is $220,000.

The property 525 Locust Rd is a house located in Hillsborough, North Carolina, 27278.

Active Listing: 525 Locust Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 525 Locust Rd are: Pathways Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Hillsborough Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Central Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Charles W Stanford Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), The Expedition School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Gravelly Hill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Eno River Academy (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Orange High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Cedar Ridge High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,119 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on September 12, 2024 for $910,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 525 Locust Rd has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 525 Locust Rd is 1,026 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 525 Locust Rd is 1983.

This home is located at 525 Locust Rd in Hillsborough, NC and zip code 27278. This 1,026 square foot home, which was built in 1983, sits on a 0.46 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 24, 2025 and is currently priced at $220,000.

In June 2025, from all listings sold in Hillsborough, NC there were more than 9 sold above asking price, over 17 sold below and more than 11 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Hillsborough, NC increased by 4.8% between May and June 2025. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $498,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 26 days.

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

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