Historic Gabriel Utley House · Circa 1849
303 East Rosemary Street
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
4 Beds·
2 Baths·
Approx. 2,152 Sq Ft·
0.30 Acres
$1,400,000
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Historic Gabriel Utley House · Circa 1849
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
An Overview
Set in the heart of Chapel Hill, 303 East Rosemary Street offers a rare opportunity to own the historic Gabriel Utley House, believed to date to circa 1849.
A contributing building within the Chapel Hill Historic District, the home blends more than 175 years of local history with thoughtful modern updates, generous living spaces, and an exceptional location near downtown Chapel Hill and the University of North Carolina.
Original hardwood floors, period millwork, decorative fireplaces, and high ceilings speak to the home's heritage, while a renovated kitchen and updated baths bring everyday comfort. Outside, a full-width covered front porch overlooks a landscaped corner lot shaded by mature trees — with an unusually generous gravel parking area that is a genuine rarity this close to downtown.
The Story of the House
Believed to date to approximately 1849, the Gabriel Utley House is a Greek Revival–influenced residence and a contributing building within the Chapel Hill Historic District. For more than 175 years it has held its place along the historic Rosemary Street streetscape, quietly witnessing the growth of both the town and the university at its edge.
Expanded through the mid-nineteenth century and thoughtfully cared for by successive stewards, the home retains the architectural character of its era while accommodating comfortable modern living. Its details reward a closer look.
Feature Highlights
A recognized contributing building within the Chapel Hill Historic District, rich with period detail.
Approximately 0.3 miles to East Franklin Street and 0.6 miles to UNC's historic campus core.
A gracious front porch made for morning coffee and slow Southern evenings.
Original hardwoods run throughout, with the kitchen's original brick flooring retained.
Elevated ceilings, period millwork, beadboard, and decorative fireplaces throughout.
Granite counters, subway-tile backsplash, updated cabinetry, and stainless appliances.
A flexible room ideal as a library, home office, study, or fourth bedroom.
An added outdoor room for shaded, bug-free afternoons and evening gatherings.
A substantial gravel parking area accommodating 9+ vehicles — exceptional this close to downtown.
A landscaped, level corner lot with mature shade trees and a private, masonry-fenced yard.
Freedom and flexibility of ownership with no homeowners association dues.
Within the Franklin–Rosemary Historic District, steps from cafés, shops, and UNC events.
A Closer Look
The Setting
Few addresses place you this close to everything that makes Chapel Hill special.
The Life Here
Coffee on the full-width covered porch as the historic district wakes up around you.
Stroll to Franklin Street for dinner, a bookshop afternoon, or a Saturday farmers' market.
Host friends and family before UNC events, then walk to campus together.
Wake up each day in a home that has been part of Chapel Hill's story for more than 175 years.
Flexible spaces for guests, a home office, a study, or a proper library.
Unwind on the screened porch as the trees settle and the day winds down.
Layout
Detailed floor plans and room dimensions are available to serious buyers and their agents. Reach out and we'll send them over.
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