20078 Long, Chapel Hill, NC 27517

$859,000

Welcome to 20078 Long, a beautifully updated French Country-inspired home in the highly sought-after Governors Village community of Chapel Hill, NC. Blending timeless architecture with modern Southern elegance, this meticulously maintained residence offers refined living in one of the Triangle's most charming and convenient locations. Featuring a painted white brick… Read More exterior, mahogany double entry doors, mature landscaping, and exceptional curb appeal, the home immediately captures attention with warmth and sophistication. Inside, thoughtfully curated updates and timeless finishes create an inviting atmosphere filled with natural light, refinished hardwood floors, extensive trim work, and beautifully refreshed interiors throughout. The completely remodeled kitchen, updated in 2022, serves as the heart of the home and features granite countertops, ceiling-height cabinetry, a stylish subway tile backsplash, updated stainless steel appliances, and an effortless flow into the main living spaces. The spacious living room is anchored by a remodeled fireplace and opens beautifully for both entertaining and everyday living. The luxurious primary suite, on the main level, offers a true retreat with tray ceilings, dual custom walk-in closets, and a fully renovated spa-inspired bathroom featuring a zero-entry walk-in shower, designer tile, rainfall shower head, and elevated finishes throughout. Additional updates include a new roof in 2021 with warranty, exterior paint and interior paint, self cleaning toilet in the primary bedroom, refinished hardwood floors, upstairs carpet replacement, and tankless water heater. Outdoor living continues with a screened porch overlooking the beautifully landscaped yard, offering a peaceful extension of the home and the perfect place to enjoy Chapel Hill's seasons year-round. The home also includes abundant storage, an encapsulated crawlspace, smart home features including the garage, thermostats and a majority of the appliances, and a functional layout designed for both comfort and convenience. Located in the desirable Governors Village community, residents enjoy neighborhood amenities including a community pool, tennis courts, playground, scenic pond with walking trail, and easy access to shopping, dining, UNC Chapel Hill, Durham, Pittsboro, and major commuter routes. Combining timeless style, thoughtful renovations, and an unbeatable location, 20078 Long offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy elevated Chapel Hill living. Experience elevated Chapel Hill living here: https://bit.ly/20078Long Read Less

Courtesy of LPT Realty, LLC, Chanel Hart D'Aprix.

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

May 14, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

2,902

Lot Size

0.22 Acres

Year Built

2005

MLS Number

10166963

30 Days Snapshot Of 27517

$556k

-46%

(avg) sold price

+133%

homes sold

-16%

(avg) days on market

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Additional Details

Property Access

Accessibility Features: "Central Living Area"

Appliances & Equipment

Appliances: "Dishwasher", "Double Oven", "Dryer", "Electric Cooktop", "Electric Oven", "Ice Maker", "Microwave", "Refrigerator", "Smart Appliance(s)", "Stainless Steel Appliance(s)", "Tankless Water Heater", "Washer", "Wine Refrigerator"

Building

Building Area Total: 2902, Building Area Units: Square Feet, Construction Materials: "Brick", "Fiber Cement", Living Area Units: Square Feet, Living Area: 2902, Structure Type: "Site Built", Year Built: 2005

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Park, Playground, Pool, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s)

Cooling

Cooling: "Ceiling Fan(s)", "Central Air", Cooling Included

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: "Garden", Patio And Porch Features: "Deck", "Screened"

Fence

Fencing: "Front Yard", "Partial"

Fireplaces

Fireplace Included, Features: "Electric"

Floors

Flooring: "Carpet", "Hardwood", "Tile"

Garage

2 garage spaces, Attached Garage, Garage Included

Heating

Heating: "Central", "Fireplace(s)", "Forced Air", Heating Included

Home Owner's Association

Association Fee: $660, Association Amenities: "Landscaping", "Maintenance Grounds", "Management", "Park", "Parking", "Picnic Area", "Pond Year Round", "Pool", "Tennis Court(s)", "Trail(s)", Association Fee Frequency: Semi-Annually, Association Available

Interior Features

Interior Features: "Ceiling Fan(s)", "Coffered Ceiling(s)", "Crown Molding", "Double Vanity", "Dual Closets", "Eat-in Kitchen", "Entrance Foyer", "Granite Counters", "High Ceilings", "High Speed Internet", "Kitchen Island", "Open Floorplan", "Pantry", "Master Downstairs", "Recessed Lighting", "Separate Shower", "Shower Only", "Smart Thermostat", "Smooth Ceilings", "Storage", "Tray Ceiling(s)", "Walk-In Closet(s)", "Walk-In Shower"

Laundry

Features: "Laundry Room", "Main Level"

Lot

Lot Features: "Back Yard", "Cul-De-Sac", "Front Yard", "Garden", "Hardwood Trees", "Landscaped", "Level", "Many Trees", Lot Size Acres: 0.22, Lot Size Area: 9583.2, Lot Size Square Feet: 9583.2, Lot Size Units: Square Feet, Parcel Number: 0074424

Parking

Parking Features: Attached, Open Parking

Pool

Pool Features: "Community", "In Ground"

Property

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence, Zoning: R-1

Roof

Roof: "Shingle"

Sewer

Sewer: "Public Sewer"

Taxes

Tax Annual Amount: 4743

Utilities

Water Source: "Public"

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