
Land with Home for Sale in Chapel Hill, North Carolina
1040 Millbrook Cir, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
A rare new construction opportunity on almost 6 wooded acres, minutes from downtown Chapel Hill and Carrboro in the distinguished Greenbrae community. Warm and sophisticated, this luxury farmhouse blends timeless charm with refined, contemporary finishes. Situated in a community of high-end custom homes, 1040 Millbrook Circle enjoys a sense of place and privacy created first by the long sweeping driveway and then enhanced by an inviting brick front walkway and a modern elegant facade. Inside, custom details and artisan-created finishes set a warm, inviting tone. Site-finished white oak floors, a hand-built stone fireplace wall with an antique wood mantel shelf, curated tilework, custom millwork, designer light fixtures all create a warm, elegant living space. These features add a thoughtful counterpoint to clean architectural lines. The Chef's Kitchen features Thermador appliances, an adjacent scullery with pantry, and a large center island perfect for casual gatherings. A guest wing creates the opportunity to provide a perfect in-law or nanny suite. The main level flex-office-playroom-dining offers endless possibilities. Upstairs there are more flexible spaces on the second and third floors, including a vaulted and beamed-ceiling primary BR. Four bedrooms? Yes but there is so much more in this spacious home- including a full ensuite third floor where you can gaze over the tree tops at the rolling hills of Chapel Hill. Multiple flexible work-from-home spaces are generously proportioned; pick your dream: an art studio, playroom, or home theater? The rear screened porch provides a peaceful, spot for morning coffee or evening entertaining. Five+ acres provides plenty of room for your next chapter- a pool or guest cottage? Maybe a studio? The exclusive Greenbrae neighborhood is just minutes from Chapel Hill and Carrboro, placing acclaimed restaurants, boutique shopping, cultural venues, and top-rated schools within easy reach-offering a tranquil, Zinn-designed farmhouse retreat with bespoke details and superb access to the Triangle lifestyle.
Location
- Street address
- 1040 Millbrook Cir
- County
- Orange County
- Zip code
- 27516
- Community
- Greenbrae
- Elevation
- 524 feet
Property details
- Acreage
- 5.78 acres
- Zoning
- RB
- MLS #
- DMLS 10172498
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2025
- $3,396
Expenses
- Homeowner Association Fee
- $500 quarterly
Parcels
- 9850949912
Legal description
1B Greenbrae P123/98
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
Lot
- Features
- Back Yard, Front Yard, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Native Plants, Private
Exterior
- Parking
- Garage
- Pool
- Deck, Porch
- Structures
- Storage
- Features
- Private Yard
Structure
- Condition
- Under Construction
- Stories
- 3
- Water
- Well
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
- Materials
- Fiber Cement, Hardi Plank Type
- Roof
- Shingle
Interior
- Room Count
- 1
- Rooms
- Bathroom x 6, Bedroom x 4, Dining Room, Laundry Room
- Flooring
- Carpet, Hardwood, Tile-Ceramic
- Appliances
- Built-In Gas Oven, Built-In Gas Range, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Smart Appliance(s), Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Features
- Breakfast Bar, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Double Vanity, Dressing Room, Dual Closets, Eat-In Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining Room Combination, Living/Dining Room Combination, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Smooth Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Walk-In Closet(s)
Nearby schools
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Chapel Hill Carrboro - Morris Grove Elementary SCH | Elementary |
| Chapel Hill Carrboro - Charles and Lucile McDougle | Middle |
| Chapel Hill Carrboro - Chapel Hill High School | High |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 7, 2026 | New listing | $1,700,000 | — | DMLS |









