223 Empress Rd

Hillsborough NC 27278

2692 sq. ft.

7405 sq. ft.

Single-Family

Last sold for $600,000

Lisa Ellis, last sold this property on 20 January 2026 after 59 days on market.

Overview

Welcome home to 223 Empress Road, a beautifully designed three-story residence located in the highly sought-after Waterstone neighborhood. Ideally situated just minutes from I-40, UNC Hillsborough Hospital, downtown Hillsborough, and a short drive to downtown Durham or Chapel Hill, this home offers the perfect balance of comfort, accessibility, and lifestyle. Step inside to discover a thoughtful floor plan with timeless finishes and quality craftsmanship throughout. The main level features hardwood flooring, a private office with French doors, and stylish built-in bookcases. The open-concept layout seamlessly connects the kitchen, living room, and dining room, creating an ideal space for entertaining and everyday living. The kitchen is designed to impress, with a gas range, an expansive center island, and pantry. The living room centers around a gas-log fireplace with side cabinets and shelving, adding warmth and character to the space. On the second floor, you'll find three spacious bedrooms and a conveniently located laundry room. The owner's suite offers luxury and comfort with a tray ceiling, large walk-in closet, and a spa-inspired bathroom featuring a garden soaking tub and a stand-alone tile shower. The two secondary bedrooms share a full hall bathroom. The third floor offers remarkable flexibility with a private fourth bedroom, a full bath, walk in closet and a charming window seat with built in cubbies This space is ideal as a guest suite, bonus room, teen retreat, or dedicated creative space. Outdoor living is just as inviting, with a fully fenced backyard, a covered flagstone patio, and a flat driveway and lot that offer convenience and ease. The two-car garage provides ample storage functionality and electric car charger. Neighborhood pool, playground and miles of sidewalks. 223 Empress Road is more than just a home—it is a lifestyle. With its open floor plan, thoughtful design, and unbeatable location close to major conveniences, this property is ready to welcome its next chapter.

Features

4 bedrooms

4 bathrooms

2 carspaces

2 garage spaces

2692 sq. ft. floor area

7405 sq. ft. lot size

Single-Family

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 4 bedroom single-family properties sold in Hillsborough over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 223 Empress Rd is $659.5k.

Median value

$659.5k

Estimated value range

$280k - $2m

Median days on market

Estimated value trend

decrease over the last 12 months

Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Hillsborough. It is only an indication of the time a property is actively listed and should not be relied upon as an accurate representation of how soon a property will be sold.

Property history for 223 Empress Rd

2026

Sold

$600,000

20 Jan 2026 by Lisa Ellis, of Real Estate By Design

2024

Sold

$596,000

31 May 2024 by Ashley King, of Coldwell Banker HP&W

2017

Sold

$368,000

11 Jul 2017 by Michael Newport, of Keller Williams Realty United

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