Durham/Chapel Hill

There is plenty of nature and natural beauty blended into the heart of the city in a way only North Carolina can accomplish.

Welcome to Durham/Chapel Hill

The epitome of small-town Southern charm with modern-day vibes. Discover Chapel Hill & Durham NC Real Estate today!
 
Durham and Chapel Hill are quintessential college towns in North Carolina. The University of North Carolina sits on a hill overlooking the town. The whole town comes alive during March Madness. Durham and Chapel Hill have peaceful southern vibes while maintaining proximity to large metropolitan areas. Making up one corner of the Research Triangle, with the others being Raleigh and Cary, residents indulge in technological opportunities. Whether you're looking for a wealth of amenities, cultural offerings, or exceptional education, the Durham, NC, real estate market and Chapel Hill are the places to be. 
 
With an abundance of rich history combined with modern-day amenities, there is something for everyone. Southern architectural homes, dating back to the 1800s, adorn beautiful, tree-lined streets. Multiple historic residential districts are filled with lush greenery. Residents relax on their porch and take in the scenery. The Carolina Inn is a historic hotel built in 1924. It is a beautiful place to relax and enjoy afternoon tea or dinner. Franklin street, named after Ben Franklin, is Chapel Hill’s walkable main street. It has more than 200 restaurants, shops, and services. There is plenty of nature and natural beauty blended into the heart of the city in a way only North Carolina can accomplish.
 

What to Love About Chapel Hill & Durham Real Estate

Local Lifestyle

Durham and Chapel Hill have small-town Southern charm with lively college-town vibes. Locals enjoy the abundance of things to do and enjoy. A walk down Franklin Street provides an array of restaurants and shopping in addition to special events and festivals held throughout the year. Residents enjoy quiet evenings on the village green in Southern Village with live entertainment. All the amenities of Raleigh and Cary are nearby as well. There is no shortage of entertainment options. If you are interested in searching the Durham NC real estate market for your next home, reach out to the Triangle Experts today!
 

Things To Do

Bon Appétit magazine named Durham and Chapel Hill one of America's Foodiest Small Towns. Dinner at Elements, a high-end Asian fusion restaurant, serves up delicious farm-to-table fare. Merrit's Grill has fresh, local favorites, including their famous BLTs.
 
The North Carolina Botanical Gardens, on the University of North Carolina campus, is a conservation garden dedicated to the preservation and continued enjoyment of the local varieties of flowers and plants. The Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, built in 1949, is the first planetarium to be built on a college campus. Residents often visit to enjoy their many exhibits and shows. Much like everything else in the town, it remains a historic landmark and local favorite.
 
The hallmark of Chapel Hill is the University of North Carolina. In addition to an excellent education, their sports teams, most notably the basketball team, Tar Heels, are a top-ranked team. They enjoy a devoted local following.
 

Schools

Durham NC & Chapel Hill are home to some of the highest-ranked schools in the nation, as well as award-winning universities.
 



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Overview for Durham/Chapel Hill, NC

279,106 people live in Durham/Chapel Hill, where the median age is 34.6 and the average individual income is $39,496. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

279,106

Total Population

34.6 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$39,496

Average individual Income

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Demographics and Employment Data for Durham/Chapel Hill, NC

Durham/Chapel Hill has 117,638 households, with an average household size of 2.27. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Durham/Chapel Hill do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 279,106 people call Durham/Chapel Hill home. The population density is 2,458.29 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

279,106

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

34.6

Median Age

47.13 / 52.87%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

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65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
117,638

Total Households

2.27

Average Household Size

$39,496

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Schools in Durham/Chapel Hill, NC

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The following schools are within or nearby Durham/Chapel Hill. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Carter Community Charter
PUBLIC
K - 8th
1/5
PUBLIC
K - 12th
5/5
North Carolina Cyber Academy
PUBLIC
K - 12th
2/5
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
3/5
Durham School of the Arts
PUBLIC
6th - 12th
5/5
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
1/5
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5
Little River K-8 School
PUBLIC
PreK - 8th
3/5
Southern School of Energy and Sustainabi
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
No rating available
Morehead Montessori
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
3/5
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
2/5
PUBLIC
6th - 12th
No rating available
Middle College High School @ DTCC
PUBLIC
11th - 12th
4/5
Durham's Performance Learning Center
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
No rating available
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
Five Oaks Seventh-Day Adventist Christian School
PRIVATE
K - 8th
No rating available
PRIVATE
1st - 12th
No rating available
Triangle Day School
PRIVATE
K - 8th
No rating available
PRIVATE
PreK - 5th
No rating available
Our Playhouse Preschool & Kindergart
PRIVATE
PreK - K
No rating available
Maureen Joy Charter School
PUBLIC
K - 8th
3/5
KIPP Durham College Preparatory
PUBLIC
4th - 8th
No rating available
Y E Smith Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
No rating available
Lakewood Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
No rating available
George L Carrington Middle
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
1/5
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
1/5
Forest View Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
3/5
Merrick-Moore Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
No rating available
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
No rating available
Southwest Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
2/5
Hillside New Technical High
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5
Sandy Ridge Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
1/5
PRIVATE
PreK - 12th
No rating available
Lerner Jewish Community Day School
PRIVATE
PreK - 5th
No rating available
PRIVATE
K - 11th
No rating available
PUBLIC
K - 8th
1/5
Research Triangle Charter
PUBLIC
K - 8th
1/5
Reaching All Minds Academy
PUBLIC
K - 8th
No rating available
PUBLIC
K - 12th
2/5
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
1/5
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
2/5
Club Boulevard Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
2/5
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
No rating available
James E Shepard Middle
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
1/5
Fayetteville Street Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
No rating available
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
No rating available
Pearsontown Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
5/5
Sherwood Githens Middle
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
2/5
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
4/5
DPS Hospital School
PUBLIC
PreK - 12th
No rating available
J D Clement Early College High School
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
5/5
Lakewood Montessori Middle
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
4/5
Faith Assembly Christian Academy
PRIVATE
PreK - 12th
No rating available
Montessori School Of Durham
PRIVATE
PreK - 6th
No rating available
Mount Zion Christian Academy
PRIVATE
K - 12th
No rating available
Quality Education Institute Of Durham
PRIVATE
PreK - 5th
No rating available
International Montessori School
PRIVATE
PreK - 6th
No rating available
Montessori Farm School
PRIVATE
PreK - K
No rating available
Durham Academy Middle School Div
PRIVATE
5th - 8th
No rating available
Kestrel Heights School
PUBLIC
K - 8th
2/5
Central Park School For Child
PUBLIC
K - 8th
4/5
Global Scholars Academy
PUBLIC
K - 8th
2/5
Excelsior Classical Academy
PUBLIC
K - 9th
3/5
Eno Valley Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
1/5
Hillandale Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
1/5
George Watts Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
4/5
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5
Parkwood Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
No rating available
E K Powe Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
2/5
R N Harris Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
2/5
C C Spaulding Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
No rating available
W G Pearson Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
1/5
PUBLIC
K - 5th
4/5
Hope Valley Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
1/5
City of Medicine Academy
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
2/5
Spring Valley Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
1/5
Cresset Christian Academy
PRIVATE
PreK - 12th
No rating available
Trinity School Of Durham & Chapel Hill
PRIVATE
PreK - 12th
No rating available
Hope Creek Academy
PRIVATE
K - 12th
No rating available
Liberty Christian School
PRIVATE
K - 12th
No rating available

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