Our neighborhoods offer rewarding experiences for the curious.
Explore Our 12 Neighborhoods
Welcome to Chapel Hill, a global destination revered not only for its proximity to the University of North Carolina and UNC Hospitals but also for its vibrant community and access to the Research Triangle Park. Whether you're here for the top-tier education, exceptional healthcare, or the high quality of life, the Chapel Hill area offers a living experience filled with exquisite dining, free public transportation, and abundant green spaces for outdoor enthusiasts.
Chapel Hill & Carrboro Neighborhoods
1. Downtown Chapel Hill
2. University of North Carolina
3. Carrboro
4. The Northside
5. Midtown Chapel Hill
6. East 54
7. Meadowmont
8. Southern Village
9. 54 West
2. University of North Carolina
This Neighborhood buzzes with academic vigor and cultural activities. It features everything from sports complexes to libraries, surrounded by historic districts with stunning houses mixed amongst student housing. The walkable streets lead to bustling Franklin Street, the core of community life.
3. Carrboro
Embrace the bohemian spirit with its vibrant street art, unique boutiques, and renowned farmers' market. The Arts Center, a cultural hub where community members from all backgrounds gather to collaborate, learn and build community, an annual poetry festival and music festival + a thriving music scene make Carrboro a cultural hotspot.
4. The Northside
Historically the largest African American community in Chapel Hill, Northside is centrally located near UNC-Chapel Hill and the downtowns of Chapel Hill and Carrboro, and encompasses and area of 188 acres (0.3 square miles). The neighborhood contains single-family residential houses. Notable to the neighborhood is the Freedom Fighters Gateway: A monument at the corner of Roberson and Rosemary Streets that honors the civil rights fighters of the Northside neighborhood.
8. Southern Village
Planned with community in mind, Southern Village boasts a variety of living options, charming shops, and parks. Its design encourages close community ties while preserving expansive green spaces, ideal for those who enjoy a neighborhood vibe. A public green space is popular among residents and visitors for outdoor movies, music, and market events.
Hillsborough & Orange County Neighborhoods
10. Downtown Hillsborough
11. West Hillsborough/Nash Street
12. Cedar Grove
10. Downtown Hillsborough
Step back in time with a visit to Hillsborough's downtown historic district — listed on the National Register of Historic Places - where historic architecture meets contemporary culture in its boutiques and art galleries. Eno River Farmers' Market is the go to on Saturdays for local goods and farm fresh produce.