Your Guide to Buying a Home in Hillsborough, NC

Buying a Home in Hillsborough, North Carolina

Historic Downtown Hillsborough

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Hillsborough is located in Orange County

If you're looking to move to Chapel Hill or Durham, may we suggest the elegant town of Hillsborough? Located less than 20 minutes north, the picturesqe town of Hillsborough combines well-preserved historic arcitecture with friendly residents all in a quiet suburban setting. For people moving to the Central Piedmont Region of North Carolina, Hillsborough provides quick and easy access to all the major cities, in less than an hour! Situated at the junction of interstates 40 and 85, depending on which direction you want to take, a 45 minute drive will take you to Cary and Raleigh (east) or Greensboro (west).

The Residents of Hillsborough take great pride in their community to preserve the historical integrity of their town, while continuing to enhance the quality of living. Featuring more than a hundred homes and buildings dating from the 1700-1800s, Hillsborough's Downtown Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This has been a big draw for visitors and new residents who've imagined living in a historic home that has been well-preserved throughout time. Artists and writers are drawn to the town for the quiet and inspiring setting.

Don't let the this friendly town fool you, for those who live in and around Hillsborough, there is always plenty to do. On the last Friday of each month, everyone gathers Downtown to enjoy the arts and entertainment, including live music; and each June, visitors and locals gather to enjoy some delicious barbacue with 'Hog Day.'