223 Empress Rd, Hillsborough, NC 27278

$600,000
4
BD
4
BA
2,692
SqFt

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Sold Price
$600,000
List Price
$615,000
Closing Date
Jan 20, 2026
Status
CLOSED
MLS#
10134385
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
4
Full-baths
3
Half-baths
1
Living Area
2,692
Lot Size
7,405
Subdivision
Waterstone
Year Built
2015
Acres
0.17

Property Description

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.

Additional Information

Style
Transitional
Foundation
Slab
Interior Features
Bookcases, Ceiling Fans, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Dual Primary Closets, Kitchen Island, Open Floor Plan, Pantry, Soaking Tub, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Shower, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Walk-In Shower
Elementary School
Orange - New Hope
Middle School
Orange - A L Stanback
High School
Orange - Cedar Ridge
Utilities
Cable Available
Garage Spaces
2
Water
Public
Flooring
Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Roof
Shingle
Heating
Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned

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