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81006 Alexander, Chapel Hill, NC 27517

Governors Club · Chatham County

Key Facts

4Beds
4Baths
3,827Sq Ft
1995Year Built
0.22Lot (acres)
2Garage

Description

Nestled within the spectacular gated Governors Club community, home to a renowned 27-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course, this exceptional lakefront residence offers an extraordinary blend of luxury, comfort, and natural beauty. Perfectly positioned overlooking Lake Morehead, the home captures breathtaking water views and vibrant seasonal foliage, creating a private retreat just minutes from UNC, Duke, world-class healthcare, shopping, dining, and countless local amenities. Meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated, this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers 3,827 square feet of beautifully designed living space with an open floor plan ideal for both everyday living and elegant entertaining. A welcoming front porch and gracious foyer set the tone for the warm and inviting interiors beyond. The main level features updated flooring throughout, soaring cathedral ceilings in the family room, and a gas log fireplace that serves as a stunning focal point. Walls of windows frame picturesque lake views while filling the home with natural light. The spacious kitchen is designed for gathering, offering granite countertops, a center island, breakfast bar, and seamless flow to the living and dining areas. Framed by sweeping views of Lake Morehead, the enclosed sunroom is a standout feature of the home, offering an exceptional vantage point to enjoy the tranquil waterfront setting throughout the year. The main-level primary suite is thoughtfully designed for comfort and privacy, featuring updated carpeting, dual closets, and a spa-inspired bath with dual vanities, a whirlpool tub, walk-in shower, and private water closet. Outdoor living is equally impressive. Beautifully landscaped grounds include a walkway leading to the rear of the home, updated exterior and landscape lighting, and a covered stone patio where you can relax for hours while enjoying stunning lake views and observing cranes, turtles, and other wildlife in their natural habitat. Upstairs, spacious secondary bedrooms are complemented by a versatile loft ideal for a home office, study area, reading nook, or creative space. Exceptional storage includes a cedar closet and two walk-in attic spaces. Additional updates and features include an epoxy-coated garage floor, updated garage door, tankless water heater, updated heating and air systems on the main and upper levels, and exterior paint completed within the past three years. This is a rare opportunity to enjoy lakefront living within one of the Triangle's most sought-after private golf communities, where luxury, convenience, and breathtaking natural surroundings come together beautifully.

Property Information

Property Type

Residential

Sub-Type

Single Family Residence

Style

Transitional

Year Built

1995

Living Area

3,827 sq ft

Lot Size

0.22 acres

Lot Dimensions

114 x 84 x 95 x 79

Garage Spaces

2

Parking Spaces

2

Zoning

R-1

Days on Market

39

MLS® Listing#

10172586

Property Features

Interior

Breakfast BarBuilt-in FeaturesCathedral Ceiling(s)Cedar Closet(s)Ceiling Fan(s)ChandelierDouble VanityEntrance FoyerGranite CountersHigh CeilingsKitchen IslandPantryMaster DownstairsWalk-In Closet(s)

Exterior

Lighting

Appliances

Convection OvenDishwasherDisposalDryerElectric CooktopElectric OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorStainless Steel Appliance(s)Tankless Water HeaterWasher

Cooling

Central AirElectricGasZoned

Heating

ElectricNatural Gas

Flooring

CarpetHardwoodTile

Fireplace

Family RoomGas Log

Basement

DaylightExterior EntryFinishedInterior EntryWalk-Out Access

Parking

DrivewayGarageGarage Door OpenerGarage Faces FrontAttached

Laundry

Laundry RoomMain LevelSink

Patio

CoveredDeckFront PorchPatio

Lot Features

LandscapedSprinklers In FrontWaterfront

Construction

BrickHardiPlank Type

Foundation

Other

Roof

Shingle

Security

Gated CommunitySecurity System

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Public

Rooms

  • 8.7 x 7.11Main
  • 10.4 x 6.4Main
  • 19.3 x 16.8Lower
  • 11.6 x 16.7Main
  • 5.6 x 12.2Second
  • Bathroom 25.1 x 7.6Second
  • Bathroom 310.7 x 11.7Lower
  • Bathroom 45.1 x 7.7Main
  • Bedroom 212.4 x 12.11Second
  • Bedroom 316.9 x 12.0Second
  • Bedroom 413.6 x 17.8Lower
  • Dining Room13.0 x 11.7Main
  • Family Room18.8 x 16.7Main
  • Kitchen14.6 x 16.7Main
  • Laundry6.8 x 7.7Main
  • Living Room11.8 x 10.7Main
  • Loft5.5 x 10.4Second
  • Master Bathroom9.1 x 11.2Main
  • Master Bedroom14.1 x 18.1Main
  • Office18.0 x 16.0Second

Schools

Elementary:
Chatham - North Chatham Elementary
Middle:
Chatham - Margaret B Pollard Middle School
High:
Chatham - Seaforth High School
District:
https://www.chatham.k12.nc.us/chatham

Financial Details

HOA

$3,955 / Annually

Annual Taxes

$5,521

Tax year 2025

Assessed Value

$786,527

Parcel Number

0067458

Directions

From 15-501 South: Right onto Mt. Carmel Church Road. Go 3.5 miles. Turn RIGHT on Governors Drive (Entrance to GC).Stay straight. LEFT on Morehead. Follow road around lake. RIGHT onto Hodges. RIGHT onto Alexander. Home is LEFT overlooking water.

Affordability Calculator

$205,000

Estimated monthly payment

$5,455/mo

Principal $820,000 · Est. interest $1,143,973 over 30 yrs

Neighborhood Market Statistics

How this home compares to active listings in Chapel Hill, NC

$627,742
Median Listing Price
68
Median Days on Market
2,316
Median Sq Ft
$268
Median Price / Sq Ft
745
Active Listings
  • This home’s price is 63% above the area median.
  • Its price per sq ft is right around the area median.

Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Chapel Hill, NC.

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Nearby Schools

  • North Chatham Elementary

    Elementary · 1.0 mi away

  • Willow Oak Montessori

    Elementary · 1.4 mi away

  • Primrose Schools

    Elementary · 3.2 mi away

  • Mary Scroggs Elementary School

    Elementary · 3.6 mi away

  • Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools

    Secondary · 4.2 mi away

  • Tinkering School NC

    School · 4.4 mi away

  • Montessori Academy of Chapel Hill

    Elementary · 4.4 mi away

  • Spanish for Fun Academy

    School · 4.5 mi away

  • North Carolina High School Athletic Association

    Secondary · 4.5 mi away

  • Margaret B. Pollard Middle School

    Secondary · 4.7 mi away

  • St. Thomas More Catholic Church

    School · 4.8 mi away

  • Chatham Grove Elementary School

    Elementary · 4.8 mi away

  • Carrboro High School

    Secondary · 4.9 mi away

  • Willow Oak Montessori

    Elementary · 4.9 mi away

  • Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools

    Elementary · 4.9 mi away

  • Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools

    Elementary · 4.9 mi away

  • Public School Foundation

    School · 5.1 mi away

  • Phoenix Academy High

    School · 5.1 mi away

  • Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools

    School · 5.1 mi away

  • Learning Expressions

    School · 5.3 mi away

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