The Oaks, Chapel Hill Neighborhood Homes, Statistics and Overview

Oaks Neighborhood Overview

The Oaks surrounds the Chapel Hill Country Club. The first phase of the neighborhood was developed in the 1970’s. In the 1980’s a local developer and builder developed a new section of the neighborhood with most of the homes located in the Chapel Hill School District and a smaller section located in Durham County with Durham County Schools. Both areas have a Chapel Hill address so it’s important to specify what county on your searches if the school system is important to you. Homes for sale in the Oaks in the Chapel Hill School District.

Homes in The Oaks are of varying styles and sizes. Golf course lots have always had a premium and the largest and most expensive homes have a great golf course view.

The neighborhood streets are fairly manicured but as time has gone on trees have grown up and the landscaping has matured. When I drive clients through the Oaks I often hear “this is so beautiful”.The homes are pricey though and when we take a look at what’s available, other neighborhoods in Chapel Hill are often the choice.

What are the schools for the Oaks?

Oaks school district map

Not all of the homes in the neighborhood are assigned to the same school. Homes in the Burning Tree Rd. section of the Oaks are Rashkis Elementary, Culbreth Middle and East Chapel High. When you turn left on Pinehurst Dr. from Burning Tree the schools become Ephesus Elementary, Phillips Middle and East Chapel Hill High. Part of the neighborhood is in Durham County Schools.

If you’ve bought and sold homes before, you may already understand how buyer’s agents get paid. However, I thought it would be helpful to provide a clear explanation for those who might be uncertain.

Seller-Paid Fee

The seller covers my fee as a buyer’s agent. Here’s how it works:

The seller has a listing contract with a real estate brokerage company, agreeing to pay a fee for selling the house. This fee is negotiable but typically ranges from 5-6% in the Triangle.
The Multiple Listing Service (MLS) was created for brokers to share their home listings with other brokers in the network, guaranteeing that agents from different companies would get paid for selling the home.
The MLS is a contractual promise by the listing real estate company to pay the selling company (who brings the buyer) a specified fee. In the Triangle, this is typically 2.4%-3%. The listing company retains the remainder.
My commission is already included in the price of the home, so you don’t save money if you are not represented by a buyer’s agent.

For Sale by Owner (FSBO) Properties

Sellers who sell their home as FSBO will usually pay the buyer’s side of the fee (2.5%-3%). If the FSBO is listed in the MLS (which they usually are), I am guaranteed a fee. If it’s not the going rate, I will inform you before showing the property. If you’re interested in an FSBO that isn’t listed in the MLS, let me know. I’ll arrange an appointment, have the seller agree to pay my fee, and sign a compensation agreement before showing you the home.

No Additional Buyer Fee

Some real estate companies charge a separate buyer-paid fee at the contract stage, usually ranging from $200 to $500. My company does not charge a buyer fee.

Representation for Your Relocation

If you’re relocating to the Triangle and aren’t sure which area, neighborhood, or house is best for you and your family, I can help! If you think I would be a good match for you as a buyer’s agent after watching my videos, feel free to give me a call at (919) 274-4365 or email me.

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20:52 02 Feb 20

Marianne was our agent when we purchased our home in Chatham County. She is extremely knowledgeable about the Triangle... area, specific neighborhoods and builders. Marianne was very thorough and did an excellent job representing us during the entire process; from finding a house, negotiating the offer, and handling all the closing details. We highly recommended Marianne.read more

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14:51 17 Jan 20

Marianne helped us buy a beautiful home in Chapel Hill while we were living in Pennsylvania. She was a pleasure to work... with and accommodated our schedule perfectly during the few times we were able to be in the area. She patiently drove us around for many hours and several days, helping us rule out every possibility. Our final decision was made without a doubt! We felt very confident in Marianne's guidance throughout the entire home buying process. Her thorough knowledge and experience was very evident. She was there for us every step of the way, especially when we could not be there in person.read more

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15:49 24 Mar 19

Marianne and Chip were incredibly helpful throughout the new home building process, especially as we were living in... Austin! They were both super pleasant, knowledgeable and responsive! We couldn't have done it without them.read more

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14:59 15 Mar 19

Marianne did a fabulous job as our realtor. It was stressful to be relocating to an unfamiliar, new area from out of... town, and Marianne was extremely helpful. She had so much experience and knowledge of the neighborhoods, schools, and services for our special needs child, and she was able to advise us on the best location for our family. Even in the middle of a winter storm she was out looking at houses for us, taking detailed videos so we could see the homes from out of state. She was very responsive and always available to answer our many questions about the area. She was very knowledgeable about the buying process and did a great job of negotiating on our behalf. When we got to Chapel Hill, Marianne gave us several different tours, and even took the time to show our son playgrounds all over town. We are thrilled with the home we bought and couldn’t have done it without her. I highly recommend her!read more

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16:57 24 Jun 18

Marianne Howell Wright is real Estate Agent; she works with her husband, Chip Wright who was in a construction building... contractor. I have been in the area for year and knew quite well the market, and where I wanted my family to be, which I recommend to any new buyer. I contacted Marianne because I liked her videos and she seemed knowledgeable about the area. They both came straight away, which other agents do not do. In general, Marianne recommends new constructions over old houses because she often goes to new development meetings and is well aware of the new construction materials (lighter, better, and more efficient). However, I chose an old house. Being single, Marianne and Chip made sure that I understood what it meant to choose a house that required a lot of work. Once it became clear that I knew what it would take to fix the house, Chip and the inspector built a terrific file and Marianne negotiate and reduced the price significantly, which is rare for the area. I invested this extra money in the house and hired contractors with Chip helps. The house was ready for my family in a month. I would like to add that Chips was not keen to advice for contractors because some clients might be suspicions of his intentions, but if you ask, he would tell you.A house is everyone own choice. You are the only one who knows what your family likes, can afford, and able or not to handle small/big improvement projects. What chip can do is to give you a far opinion on the house condition. What Marianne can do is to build the best file in order to negotiate the best price for the buyer or the seller. I recommend this team because they are professional, reliable, and efficient.read more

Elaine Lux

01:16 09 Jun 18

Marianne is awesome! She was available to us during the entire process of building our new home, from selecting the lot... through our final walk-through. Building a new home, especially while living out-of-state, can be nerve-wracking. Having Marianne represent us was such a smart decision. She is so knowledgeable about the new build process and construction, and brought things to our attention that we never would have thought about. She truly looked out for our best interests. She was available to us each and every time we needed her. We now have a brand new home that is well-built and gorgeous! We thank Marianne for the huge role she played in making that dream come true for us!read more

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21:38 04 Jun 18

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