Orange Land for Sale

Orange Land for Sale

Welcome to Orange County, North Carolina – a hidden gem nestled in the heart of the Piedmont region! Known for its rich history, vibrant communities, and stunning natural landscapes, Orange County offers an exceptional lifestyle for those seeking to invest in land.

With its charming towns such as Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and Hillsborough, Orange County is a perfect blend of small-town warmth and modern convenience. The area is home to the prestigious University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, providing a lively cultural scene, diverse dining options, and an array of recreational activities. Residents enjoy easy access to beautiful parks, hiking trails, and the picturesque Eno River, making it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts and families alike.

If you’re considering purchasing land in this beautiful county, you’re in for a treat! Orange County boasts a variety of landscapes, from rolling hills to lush woodlands, providing the perfect backdrop for your dream home or investment property. Whether you envision a tranquil retreat, a thriving homestead, or a future development, the possibilities are endless.

In addition to its natural beauty, Orange County is known for its strong sense of community and commitment to sustainability. With a focus on preserving the environment and supporting local businesses, you’ll find a welcoming atmosphere that fosters connection and growth.

Don’t miss the opportunity to own a piece of this captivating county. Explore the available land for sale in Orange County, NC, and take the first step towards making your dreams a reality in this enchanting region!

Newest Orange Land for Sale

$115,000
1 Baths ⋅ 10193300 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Exceedingly rare building lot near downtown Carrboro, only 3 blocks from Cat's Cradle, Gray Squirrel coffee, and Weaver Street Market. Chapel Hill and UNC campus are easily accessible via public transportation or bike. Over $40,000 in land use and design value is included. Sellers have already engaged with the highly reputable local Durham design/build firm, BuildSense, to develop schematic building plans for a custom 3BR/3BA 1700sf home with rooftop- and backyard decks. The roof line was designed to incorporate solar and passive cooling with windows opposite for cross-ventilation. BuildSense is familiar with the lot's and Broad Street Overlay's unique characteristics and their plans will serve as inspiration for your project, or can be used as a jumping off point for buyers who opt to enlist BuildSense for continued design and construction. In addition, the sellers secured a variance for building within the riparian buffer (see documents), which has been confirmed as active with Carrboro Planning. Driveway cut already in place, as well as mature butterfly habitat along the rear property line. Solid land investment or build your dream downtown home on your own timeline!

104 Hill St, Carrboro
$315,000
10193180 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Gorgeous homesite with a SOIL ASSESSMENT on file, 10 ACRES, and a prime location just off NC-86, only 6 minutes to downtown Hillsborough. Drive down a quiet private gravel drive shared by just six properties and discover a beautiful parcel of wooded land ready for your vision. A key step in the building process is already complete, with a soil assessment showing suitable sites for a CONVENTIONAL SEPTIC system. That means valuable groundwork has already been done, helping future owners move more efficiently from land purchase to working with a builder. The landscape offers flexibility for homesite placement, giving you the opportunity to design a home that takes advantage of privacy, natural light, and the surrounding woods. Zoned AR with NO HOA, the property also allows for an ADU up to 1,500 square feet, creating options for guests, extended family, a private studio, or additional living space. They're not making more land, so take this opportunity to build something custom in a beautiful natural setting.

Lot 5 Green Mountain, Hillsborough
$450,000
10192928 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Design/Build your dream home with Hearthstone Luxury Homes on this stunning, wooded homesite in the exclusive Rockford Community. Rockford is a short drive to downtown Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and UNC's academic and medical campuses. The Rockford community was once a working farm but is now a unique luxury home community. Over 40 acres will remain as undisturbed open space for residents to enjoy Rockford's natural beauty.

246 Rockford Ln, Chapel Hill
$175,000
10192237 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
3.5+ acres, nestled quietly away while still having amenities within a stones throw. Grocery stores, Brewery, Golf Course and Restaurants all within a 15min drive. Please text agent for questions.

2315 Stevens Meadow Ln, Hillsborough
$450,000
10192169 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to this beautiful 10-acre property, nestled at the end of a private road, just minutes from downtown Chapel Hill (15 mins) & downtown Hillsborough (19 mins)! Here you will find seclusion, peace & quiet amongst the beauty of a mostly wooded lot, and a Collins Creek bordering the property at the west & north boundaries. Partially in wetlands area along Collins Creek, but plenty of acreage to build your dream home, with an already-cleared homesite, and a private soil report supporting a 4-BR perc with good soils. There is a gate at the driveway entrance, and a carport/storage shelter on site. From the cleared home site, look for the trail sign, and hike down to the creek! You will be enchanted by nature here, and will remember the simple pleasure of a walk in the woods.

873 Six Mile Rd, Chapel Hill
$185,000
10192143 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Rare opportunity just 10 minutes south of Hillsborough! A cleared, level one-acre building lot with beautiful mature trees, driveway, well, septic system already installed, and ready to build your dream home! This ideal location is convenient to Chapel Hill, I40/I85, Durham, Mebane, Hillsborough and much more. Two storage buildings already on the property! Seller has architectural houseplans available for review/purchase, 2223 sq foot home with 3BR/2.5BA. Zoned Commercial, but Orange County has grandfathered this lot for Residential. Buyer responsible for confirming desired usage with Orange County Planning & Zoning. (Sign to be installed on Monday, 9/14.)

4814 Dodsons Xrd, Hillsborough
$1,950,000
2 Baths ⋅ 10191994 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
A 0.72-acre commercial site in the heart of Chapel Hill's Blue Hill District, well suited for mixed use development. 2 & 3 Bypass Ln combines two contiguous parcels, 2 Bypass Ln (0.35 AC) and 3 Bypass Ln (0.37 AC), into a single opportunity zoned WX-7, allowing buildings up to 7 stories and 90 feet with no units-per-acre density cap and a wide range of commercial uses permitted by right, including office, medical, retail, restaurant, and personal service. The properties feature a newly installed sewer main and 8-inch water tap, a dedicated, new (2021) public frontage along the south property line in 2021. Developers can build structural elements—including upper-story balconies, pedestrian galleries, and structural awnings, that extend directly into front setbacks and up to 8 feet into the public right-of-way, creating an intimate relationship with the streetscape.

2 & 3 Bypass Ln, Chapel Hill
$185,000
10190312 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
No city taxes and ''possible'' basement lot! Tucked within a cul-de-sac, this 1.53-acre homesite offers a private setting with a tree-lined backdrop and potential for a basement. Build with Drees Homes, a highly regarded semi-custom builder known for quality craftsmanship and thoughtful design, and create a home that fits your vision. The Branford floorplan--one of the most popular for its thoughtful layout--offers a first-floor primary suite, a private guest suite, and an open-concept family room that flows seamlessly into a bright sunroom. A spacious kitchen with a large island and abundant cabinetry is perfect for slow Saturday mornings or entertaining friends & family, while upstairs includes a game room or flex space, bonus room, and dedicated office with a Jack-and-Jill bath. Encapsulated crawlspace! This home is ''to be built,'' and photos are representative, allowing you to customize this plan or explore additional options to suit your needs. Conveniently located near downtown Mebane, Duke Health, Tanger Outlets, and the future Buc-ee's, this location offers both privacy and accessibility. Reach out to learn more about available plans and start designing your next home.

6 Conner Ridge Rd, Efland
$224,900
10189925 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Build your vision on this private 5.12-acre wooded lot in Hillsborough! With a 4-bedroom improvement permit on file, this property offers an ideal setting for a custom home or private retreat. Enjoy a peaceful, wooded setting with 900+ feet of frontage along scenic Forrest Creek, all while remaining convenient to both Hillsborough and Durham. Restrictive covenants are on file, and you have the flexibility to bring your own builder. A beautiful opportunity to own acreage in a desirable and convenient area of Northern Orange County and create a place that is truly your own!

Lot 1 Schley, Hillsborough
$112,000
10189405 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Looking for a spacious lot to build your next home? Take a look at the possibilities this property offers! With over 3 acres of land and just minutes from downtown Hillsborough, you'll enjoy the perfect balance of convenience, community, and privacy. Located in the Hillsborough Preserve subdivision, you can have the best of both worlds—neighbors nearby while still enjoying plenty of space and privacy.

Lot 1 Old Cedar Grove, Hillsborough
$109,000
10189139 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Build your vision in Hillsborough! This ±0.33-acre residential lot at 311 Greentree Dr offers a great opportunity to build a new home in an established neighborhood. With water and sewer available, the property provides an attractive option for a future homeowner, builder, or investor looking for land in the growing Hillsborough area. Conveniently located with access to downtown Hillsborough, shopping, dining, and major routes connecting to Durham and the surrounding Triangle. Bring your builder and explore the possibilities!

311 Greentree Dr, Hillsborough
$24,200
10188756 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Affordable Chapel Hill corner lot with plenty of potential! Attractively priced to reflect its smaller size and unknown development feasibility. Seller makes no representation regarding the property's suitability for residential construction, septic system, private well, soil conditions or utility availability. Buyer is responsible for all investigations and approvals through Orange County Planning and Environmental Health. Property is priced accordingly.

607 Hatch Rd, Chapel Hill
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