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$2,250,000

97507 Franklin Ridge, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
Listed by Nev Nelson · Better Homes & Gardens Real Es
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
5
Living area
N/A
Year built
2006

About this home

Welcome to elevated living on Edwards Mountain! Tucked behind the gates of Governors Club, this exceptional custom estate was designed by architect Keith Shaw and sits beautifully on a private .76-acre hilltop homesite with gorgeous views and unforgettable sunsets. From the moment you step inside, the home makes an impression-soaring 10-20 ft ceilings, walls of natural light, hardwood floors on both levels, beautiful millwork, custom built-ins and stunning carved sandstone fireplaces. And then there's the kitchen! Custom Thompson cabinetry, an oversized granite island, Viking gas range, Sub-Zero refrigerator and walk-in pantry with Dacor wall oven create a true chef's kitchen, while the expansive butler's pantry with wine storage and U-Line refrigeration is ready for entertaining. (Many updates have been completed from 2022 forward-please see the Special Features document for additional details.) The main-level owner's suite is a retreat all its own, complete with a sitting area, spacious spa-like bath and incredible custom dressing and wardrobe area. Upstairs, everyone gets their own space with three additional en-suite bedrooms, a reading loft, media/bonus room, sauna and climate-controlled storage. The outdoor living may just become your favorite part-a screened porch, covered stone terrace, outdoor kitchen, built-in speakers, lush landscaping and a beautiful private waterfall create an incredible backdrop for morning coffee, dinner with friends or a glass of wine as the sun goes down. This home has been exceptionally well cared for, and it shows. Major updates include furnaces approximately 3 years old, HVAC systems under 7 years old and 50-year shingles, along with Control4 whole-home audio, Lutron lighting, plantation shutters, generator, whole-house water filtration, tankless water heaters, a 3-car garage and numerous additional updates. A pre-listing home inspection has also been completed, offering buyers additional insight and confidence in a home that has been thoughtfully maintained. All of this just minutes from UNC, Duke, RTP, RDU, dining, shopping and world-class healthcare. Luxury and privacy without feeling too far away-and a home that is anything but ordinary.

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS #
10191804
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
Governors Club
Status
Active
Days on market
15
On market date
September 10, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
5
Garage spaces
3
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
0.76 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

Elementary
North Chatham Elementary
2.04 mi away · Grades -1-5
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
4.0
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: B (2025)
Enrollment
555
Student:teacher ratio
13.2:1
District
Chatham County Schools
Middle
Margaret B. Pollard Middle
3.75 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.7
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: B (2025)
Enrollment
775
Student:teacher ratio
17.6:1
District
Chatham County Schools
High
Northwood High
9 mi away · Grades 9-12
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.7
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: B (2025)
Enrollment
1,124
Student:teacher ratio
15.8:1
District
Chatham County Schools

Walkability

Blended score for Chapel Hill's center: EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) combined with nearby-amenity density. 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

26
Car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
8.5 / 20 -- Below average walkable
Nearby-amenity density
0 / 100
Restaurants & cafes0
Grocery stores0
Parks0
Schools0
Transit stops0
Pharmacies0

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Chapel Hill, from live MLS data.

On the market 15 days -- 97 fewer days than Chapel Hill's current average of 112 days.
For reference, the median list price across 625 active listings in Chapel Hill right now is $529,000.

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Est. monthly payment
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$450,000 down
$1,800,000 loan
Principal & interest$11,675
Property tax (est.)$1,875
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Doorify MLS via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated 15 days ago.

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