
Land with Home for Sale in Hillsborough, North Carolina
4041 Sapling Trl, Hillsborough, NC 27278
Tucked away on 10 private acres in rural Orange County, this custom-designed and built estate offers a rare blend of luxury, functionality, and serene natural beauty. Graciously positioned at the end of a cul-de-sac with an elegant approach, the home welcomes you with refined finishes, thoughtful design, and an open-concept floor plan ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The main level features two bedrooms, including a stunning primary suite, providing convenience and flexibility. At the heart of the home, the chef's kitchen is equipped with a professional 6-burner BlueStar gas cooktop--renowned as one of the industry's most powerful--offering exceptional performance and versatility for culinary enthusiasts. With 5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths total, this home provides abundant space for family and guests. Upstairs, you'll find three additional bedrooms, a massive flex space perfect for a media room, playroom, or office, along with a heated and cooled storage area. Designed for modern living, the home includes a dedicated gym, an oversized laundry room complete with a tiled dog bath, and a spacious attached 3-car garage. Outdoor living shines with a screened porch and expansive open deck, ideal for enjoying the peaceful surroundings. The property is equally impressive, featuring a large outbuilding with plenty of space for workshop, hobbies, farm & lawn equipment. Accessible RV parking on pad adjacent to detached building. Don't miss the substantial garden enclosed with 8-foot fencing to protect against wildlife. Tree Farm neighborhood allows horses on property. Fiber internet through T-Mobile and the Generac generator ensures peace of mind year-round. All this, just 10 minutes from downtown Hillsborough, 25 minutes to UNC-Chapel Hill, and 35 minutes to RDU Airport--offering the perfect balance of privacy and accessibility.
Location
- Street address
- 4041 Sapling Trl
- County
- Orange County
- Community
- Tree Farm
- Elevation
- 728 feet
Property details
- Acreage
- 10.1 acres
- Zoning
- AR
- MLS #
- DMLS 10160909
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2025
- $9,845
Expenses
- Homeowner Association Fee
- $1,000 annually
- Homeowner Association Fee
- $100 annually
Parcels
- 9852178267
Legal description
5R-Rev 5R & 6R Tree Farm P124/150
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Franchise
- Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
Lot
- Features
- Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Partially Cleared, Wooded
Exterior
- Parking Spaces
- 10
- Parking
- Carport, Garage
- Structures
- Second Garage
- Features
- Lighting, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
Structure
- Stories
- 2
- Water
- Well
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Heating
- Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump
- Cooling
- Central Air, Multi Units
- Materials
- Fiber Cement
- Roof
- Shingle
- Windows
- Insulated Windows, Window Coverings
Interior
- Room Count
- 17
- Rooms
- Bathroom x 5, Bedroom x 5, Bonus Room, Exercise Room, Laundry Room
- Flooring
- Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Fireplaces
- Yes
- Appliances
- Cooktop, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Vented Exhaust Fan, Warming Drawer, Washer/Dryer, Water Heater, Water Softener, Wine Refrigerator
- Features
- Bookcases, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Dual Closets, Eat-In Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Separate Shower, Smooth Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower, Water Closet
Nearby schools
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Orange - Grady Brown | Elementary |
| Orange - A L Stanback | Middle |
| Orange - Cedar Ridge | High |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 17, 2026 | New listing | $1,575,000 | — | DMLS |



































































































