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Hillsborough

Hillsborough is a historic town in Orange County, celebrated for its rich heritage and vibrant arts scene. Real estate in Hillsborough includes charming historic homes, modern single-family residences, and new developments that blend seamlessly with the town's character. The downtown area features unique shops, art galleries, and farm-to-table restaurants, creating a lively atmosphere. Its scenic location along the Eno River adds to its appeal, offering outdoor activities like kayaking and hiking.

Buyers are drawn to Hillsborough's blend of history and modern convenience. The town boasts excellent schools, a strong sense of community, and proximity to Chapel Hill and Durham. Real estate options range from affordable starter homes to luxury properties, catering to diverse lifestyles. With its small-town charm and cultural vibrancy, Hillsborough is a hidden gem for homebuyers in North Carolina.

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Schools In The Area

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The Expedition School 919-245-8432 public KG-8
Central Elementary School 919-732-3622 public PK-5
Hillsborough Elementary School 919-732-6137 public PK-5
River Park Elementary School 919-732-9326 public PK-5
Orange Middle School 919-732-6121 public 6-8
Grady Brown Elementary School 919-732-6138 public PK-5
Eno River Academy 919-644-6272 public KG-12
Pathways Elementary School 919-732-9136 public PK-5
Cedar Ridge High School 919-245-4000 public 9-12
Orange High School 919-732-6133 public 9-12
Partnership Academy 919-245-4030 public 9-12
Hillsborough Christian Academy 919-732-0888 private KG-8 Website
Central Elementary School 919-732-3622 public PK-5
Hillsborough Elementary School 919-732-6137 public PK-5
River Park Elementary School 919-732-9326 public PK-5
Grady Brown Elementary School 919-732-6138 public PK-5
Pathways Elementary School 919-732-9136 public PK-5
The Expedition School 919-245-8432 public KG-8
Central Elementary School 919-732-3622 public PK-5
Hillsborough Elementary School 919-732-6137 public PK-5
River Park Elementary School 919-732-9326 public PK-5
Grady Brown Elementary School 919-732-6138 public PK-5
Eno River Academy 919-644-6272 public KG-12
Pathways Elementary School 919-732-9136 public PK-5
Hillsborough Christian Academy 919-732-0888 private KG-8 Website
The Expedition School 919-245-8432 public KG-8
Orange Middle School 919-732-6121 public 6-8
Eno River Academy 919-644-6272 public KG-12
Hillsborough Christian Academy 919-732-0888 private KG-8 Website
Eno River Academy 919-644-6272 public KG-12
Cedar Ridge High School 919-245-4000 public 9-12
Orange High School 919-732-6133 public 9-12
Partnership Academy 919-245-4030 public 9-12

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Local News & Advice

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