Real Estate Investment Properties for Sale in Hillsborough, NC

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Investment Property for Sale in Hillsborough, NC

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PROPERTY	DETAILS	SALE PRICE	INVESTMENT PERFORMANCE
223 Empress Road Hillsborough, NC Welcome home to 223 Empress Road, a beautifully designed three-story residence located in ...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,692 sq.ft.	$615,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.33% Traditional cash on cash: 2.86% Airbnb Rental Income: $5633 Traditional Rental Income: $3088 Airbnb ROI: 5.33% Traditional ROI: 2.86%
129 Rubrum Drive Hillsborough, NC Welcome to this beautiful townhome perfectly situated in the sought-after Waterstone neigh...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,685 sq.ft.	$365,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.26% Traditional cash on cash: 3.5% Airbnb Rental Income: $4220 Traditional Rental Income: $2041 Airbnb ROI: 7.26% Traditional ROI: 3.5%
110 Pointe Place Hillsborough, NC OPEN HOUSE 1/3/2026 11:30-1:30!! Back from the holidays, and back on Pointe-110 Pointe Pla...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,742 sq.ft.	$479,999	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.36% Traditional cash on cash: 2.28% Airbnb Rental Income: $4220 Traditional Rental Income: $1945 Airbnb ROI: 5.36% Traditional ROI: 2.28%
515 N Churton Street unit: 203 #203 Hillsborough, NC BUYER INCENTIVE for contract by 12/31/25 AND a NEW PRICE! Beautifully Maintained, Practica...	1 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,056 sq.ft.	$415,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.79% Traditional cash on cash: 1.58% Airbnb Rental Income: $2114 Traditional Rental Income: $1877 Airbnb ROI: 0.79% Traditional ROI: 1.58%
2509 Old Nc 10 Hillsborough, NC Welcome to a perfectly move-in ready retreat where comfort, peace, and thoughtful updates ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,590 sq.ft.	$485,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.57% Traditional cash on cash: 2.31% Airbnb Rental Income: $4220 Traditional Rental Income: $1849 Airbnb ROI: 5.57% Traditional ROI: 2.31%
5223 Margon Place Hillsborough, NC 5223 Margon Place is a truly exceptional estate set on over 10 private acres just minutes ...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 4,156 sq.ft.	$1,240,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.41% Traditional cash on cash: 1.47% Airbnb Rental Income: $5633 Traditional Rental Income: $3423 Airbnb ROI: 2.41% Traditional ROI: 1.47%
1100 Walter Clark Drive Hillsborough, NC Welcome home! This home has New Roof, Fresh Interior Paint, Fresh Exterior Paint. Discover...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,314 sq.ft.	$299,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 9.82% Traditional cash on cash: 4.97% Airbnb Rental Income: $4220 Traditional Rental Income: $1963 Airbnb ROI: 9.82% Traditional ROI: 4.97%
116 Cavendish Court Hillsborough, NC Quiet cul-de-saceasy access to the community pool, tennis courts, and walking trails, peac...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,338 sq.ft.	$562,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.86% Traditional cash on cash: 2.48% Airbnb Rental Income: $5633 Traditional Rental Income: $2204 Airbnb ROI: 6.86% Traditional ROI: 2.48%
101 W Hatterleigh Avenue Hillsborough, NC Rare, right-sized, first floor bedrooms plan in beloved Churton Grove community! (Only 3 o...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,402 sq.ft.	$629,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.76% Traditional cash on cash: 1.8% Airbnb Rental Income: $5633 Traditional Rental Income: $2177 Airbnb ROI: 5.76% Traditional ROI: 1.8%
603 Edburton Court Hillsborough, NC $5000 in concessions with an acceptable offer! Located just minutes from Durham and Hillsb...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 3,061 sq.ft.	$669,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.24% Traditional cash on cash: 2.56% Airbnb Rental Income: $5633 Traditional Rental Income: $2834 Airbnb ROI: 5.24% Traditional ROI: 2.56%
4307 Mystic Lane Hillsborough, NC Escape to Your Private Luxurious Log Home in Historic Orange County! The soothing sound of...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 4,132 sq.ft.	$1,350,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.87% Traditional cash on cash: 0.59% Airbnb Rental Income: $4220 Traditional Rental Income: $2970 Airbnb ROI: 0.87% Traditional ROI: 0.59%
216 Sea Trail Street Hillsborough, NC An OTP has been signed, awaiting DD on Monday. Beautiful 4-Bedroom Home located in the des...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,237 sq.ft.	$620,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.48% Traditional cash on cash: 2.07% Airbnb Rental Income: $5633 Traditional Rental Income: $2533 Airbnb ROI: 5.48% Traditional ROI: 2.07%
743 Lorentello Circle Hillsborough, NC *PRICE ADJUSTMENT!! You'll love this wonderful home in the popular Fiori Hill pocket n...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,507 sq.ft.	$529,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.42% Traditional cash on cash: 1.52% Airbnb Rental Income: $4220 Traditional Rental Income: $1895 Airbnb ROI: 4.42% Traditional ROI: 1.52%
122 Berwick Place Hillsborough, NC Experience the perfect fusion of distinct architectural design, nature & everyday comfort ...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 4,258 sq.ft.	$747,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.67% Traditional cash on cash: 1.08% Airbnb Rental Income: $4220 Traditional Rental Income: $2218 Airbnb ROI: 2.67% Traditional ROI: 1.08%
514 Watermill Way Hillsborough, NC ASSUMABLE 2.99% MORTGAGE! Move right in or add to your investment portfolio. This like-new...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,757 sq.ft.	$340,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.99% Traditional cash on cash: 4.03% Airbnb Rental Income: $4220 Traditional Rental Income: $2062 Airbnb ROI: 7.99% Traditional ROI: 4.03%
164 Torain Street Hillsborough, NC Welcome to this lovely and beautiful updated home that offers a blend of comfort and conve...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 765 sq.ft.	$249,997	Airbnb cash on cash: 8.28% Traditional cash on cash: 3.8% Airbnb Rental Income: $3109 Traditional Rental Income: $1344 Airbnb ROI: 8.28% Traditional ROI: 3.8%
7421 Guess Road Hillsborough, NC Beautiful custom-built Blue Willow Home.	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,100 sq.ft.	$1,200,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.12% Traditional cash on cash: 0.7% Airbnb Rental Income: $5633 Traditional Rental Income: $2917 Airbnb ROI: 2.12% Traditional ROI: 0.7%
812 Stone Tennis Court Hillsborough, NC Move-in ready and better than new construction, this stunning 2022-built home offers 4, po...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,118 sq.ft.	$849,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.93% Traditional cash on cash: 2.46% Airbnb Rental Income: $5633 Traditional Rental Income: $3336 Airbnb ROI: 3.93% Traditional ROI: 2.46%
4416 Arrowhead Trail Hillsborough, NC The Davidson Residence in Hillsborough, NC, by Dail Dixon, is a compelling evolution of mi...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,392 sq.ft.	$999,999	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.91% Traditional cash on cash: 1.43% Airbnb Rental Income: $4220 Traditional Rental Income: $2884 Airbnb ROI: 1.91% Traditional ROI: 1.43%
301 W Hill Avenue S Hillsborough, NC Remodeled 1931 bungalow just minutes to downtown Hillsborough! Historic charm meets modern...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,278 sq.ft.	$350,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 8.15% Traditional cash on cash: 4.82% Airbnb Rental Income: $4220 Traditional Rental Income: $2235 Airbnb ROI: 8.15% Traditional ROI: 4.82%
2304 Hardwood Drive Hillsborough, NC Beautifully finished and ready for you to move in! Close to Duke and UNC Hospitals, shoppi...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,054 sq.ft.	$875,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.92% Traditional cash on cash: 1.12% Airbnb Rental Income: $5633 Traditional Rental Income: $3037 Airbnb ROI: 2.92% Traditional ROI: 1.12%
110 E Orange Street Hillsborough, NC Beautiful restored & maintained Historic District Hillsborough Home within easy walking di...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,800 sq.ft.	$995,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.04% Traditional cash on cash: 1.09% Airbnb Rental Income: $5633 Traditional Rental Income: $2698 Airbnb ROI: 3.04% Traditional ROI: 1.09%
2418 Crossroads Avenue Hillsborough, NC Modern Luxury meets Country Charm in this beautiful custom built 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home....	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,168 sq.ft.	$1,250,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.35% Traditional cash on cash: 1.16% Airbnb Rental Income: $5633 Traditional Rental Income: $3121 Airbnb ROI: 2.35% Traditional ROI: 1.16%
152 E Tryon Street Hillsborough, NC Price Improvement!! If neighborly sidewalk chats, quick strolls downtown, or walking the t...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,309 sq.ft.	$495,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.01% Traditional cash on cash: 1.81% Airbnb Rental Income: $3109 Traditional Rental Income: $1846 Airbnb ROI: 3.01% Traditional ROI: 1.81%
501 Orange High School Road Hillsborough, NC $10,000 Seller Paid Credit to Buyer - use toward a 2-1 rate buydown OR apply it to closing...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,093 sq.ft.	$445,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.98% Traditional cash on cash: 3.47% Airbnb Rental Income: $4220 Traditional Rental Income: $2280 Airbnb ROI: 5.98% Traditional ROI: 3.47%
4811 New Sharon Church Road Hillsborough, NC Distinctive 17.5-Acre Country Estate with Barn, Greenhouses & Multiple Perk Sites This uni...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 4,455 sq.ft.	$1,700,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.26% Traditional cash on cash: 0.56% Airbnb Rental Income: $5633 Traditional Rental Income: $3406 Airbnb ROI: 1.26% Traditional ROI: 0.56%
1212 St Marys Road Hillsborough, NC home to this wonderful 1 story brick home with new kitchen and bath and gleaming recently ...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,211 sq.ft.	$300,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 9.8% Traditional cash on cash: 4.12% Airbnb Rental Income: $4220 Traditional Rental Income: $1723 Airbnb ROI: 9.8% Traditional ROI: 4.12%
612 Miller Road Hillsborough, NC Price Improvement!!! New perimeter privacy fence installed. LOCATIONJust 2mi to downto...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,405 sq.ft.	$389,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.43% Traditional cash on cash: 3.4% Airbnb Rental Income: $4220 Traditional Rental Income: $1855 Airbnb ROI: 7.43% Traditional ROI: 3.4%
707 Sinai Circle Hillsborough, NC Welcome home to this charming Cape Cod style home on 1.84 acres! Inviting floorplan offeri...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,872 sq.ft.	$525,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.01% Traditional cash on cash: 2.83% Airbnb Rental Income: $4220 Traditional Rental Income: $2259 Airbnb ROI: 5.01% Traditional ROI: 2.83%
620 Mcadams Road Hillsborough, NC Rare Offering: Home with Strategic Location and Adjoining Vacant Lot in the Heart of Hills...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 840 sq.ft.	$268,100	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.49% Traditional cash on cash: 4.2% Airbnb Rental Income: $3109 Traditional Rental Income: $1569 Airbnb ROI: 7.49% Traditional ROI: 4.2%
420 Lipscomb Grove Church Road Hillsborough, NC A move-in ready, one-level home with updates inside and out. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath proper...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,941 sq.ft.	$434,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.66% Traditional cash on cash: 3.66% Airbnb Rental Income: $4220 Traditional Rental Income: $2108 Airbnb ROI: 6.66% Traditional ROI: 3.66%
1502 Spring Overlook Lane Hillsborough, NC * MAJOR PRICE IMPPROVEMENT * Welcome Home to 1502 Spring Overlook Lane! Tucked into th...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 3,144 sq.ft.	$755,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.35% Traditional cash on cash: 2.1% Airbnb Rental Income: $5633 Traditional Rental Income: $2923 Airbnb ROI: 4.35% Traditional ROI: 2.1%
2172 Belfield Lane Hillsborough, NC Nestled on a rolling 1.22-acre lot just outside the storybook streets of Historic Hillsbor...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,206 sq.ft.	$1,430,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.28% Traditional cash on cash: 0.9% Airbnb Rental Income: $4220 Traditional Rental Income: $2822 Airbnb ROI: 1.28% Traditional ROI: 0.9%
2310 Hardwood Drive Hillsborough, NC Custom-Built Modern Farmhouse I 4-Bedroom \| 3.5 Baths \| 3,032 Sq. Ft. Welcome to this stun...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,144 sq.ft.	$899,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.82% Traditional cash on cash: 1.04% Airbnb Rental Income: $5633 Traditional Rental Income: $3020 Airbnb ROI: 2.82% Traditional ROI: 1.04%
2315 Lansdale Road Hillsborough, NC Embrace country-style living just moments away from the city in this roomy three-bedroom, ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,216 sq.ft.	$498,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.38% Traditional cash on cash: 3.52% Airbnb Rental Income: $4220 Traditional Rental Income: $2461 Airbnb ROI: 5.38% Traditional ROI: 3.52%
1606 Spring Overlook Lane Hillsborough, NC Home recently appraised for $792K, providing incredible equity potential! 1606 Spring Over...	5 beds \| 2 baths \| 3,025 sq.ft.	$670,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 1.89% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2771 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 1.89%
1800 Orange Grove Road Hillsborough, NC Prime Location, Prime Opportunity! Versatile and exceptional potential with this strategic...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,502 sq.ft.	$745,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.94% Traditional cash on cash: 1.76% Airbnb Rental Income: $5633 Traditional Rental Income: $2296 Airbnb ROI: 4.94% Traditional ROI: 1.76%
1704 Orange Grove Road Hillsborough, NC Prime Location, Prime Opportunity! Versatile and exceptional potential with this strategic...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,378 sq.ft.	$745,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.8% Traditional cash on cash: 1.64% Airbnb Rental Income: $5633 Traditional Rental Income: $2312 Airbnb ROI: 4.8% Traditional ROI: 1.64%
714 Sinai Circle Hillsborough, NC What a gem! Beautiful condition 3 bedroom 2 bath home in a location not far from where you...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,560 sq.ft.	$450,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.02% Traditional cash on cash: 2.57% Airbnb Rental Income: $4220 Traditional Rental Income: $1875 Airbnb ROI: 6.02% Traditional ROI: 2.57%
1423 Davis Road Hillsborough, NC RENTAL POTENTIAL! Unique Durham DUPLEX property with main home + ADU! The main home featur...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,282 sq.ft.	$474,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 8.51% Traditional cash on cash: 3.46% Airbnb Rental Income: $5633 Traditional Rental Income: $2263 Airbnb ROI: 8.51% Traditional ROI: 3.46%

Real Estate investment in Hillsborough, NC

There are 62 properties for sale in the city of Hillsborough . The median list price in Hillsborough is $520,000 and the average price per square foot is $231. In January 2026, the average monthly cash on cash return in Hillsborough is 2.00%. The average monthly rental income in Hillsborough is $2,203.

Hillsborough, NC Real Estate Investing: FAQs for Buyers, Sellers and Investors

There are 62 investment properties available for sale in Hillsborough.

In 2026, the best neighborhood to buy investment property is Hillsborough.

The ROI for Short-Term is higher than the Long-Term in Hillsborough with average rental income of $4,220.

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Investment Property for Sale in Hillsborough, NC

223 Empress Road

Hillsborough, NC

4 beds | 4 baths | 2,692 sq.ft.

$615,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 5.33%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.86%

Airbnb Rental Income: $5633

Traditional Rental Income: $3088

Airbnb ROI: 5.33%

Traditional ROI: 2.86%

129 Rubrum Drive

Hillsborough, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,685 sq.ft.

$365,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 7.26%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.5%

Airbnb Rental Income: $4220

Traditional Rental Income: $2041

Airbnb ROI: 7.26%

Traditional ROI: 3.5%

110 Pointe Place

Hillsborough, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,742 sq.ft.

$479,999

Airbnb cash on cash: 5.36%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.28%

Airbnb Rental Income: $4220

Traditional Rental Income: $1945

Airbnb ROI: 5.36%

Traditional ROI: 2.28%

515 N Churton Street unit: 203 #203

Hillsborough, NC

1 beds | 2 baths | 1,056 sq.ft.

$415,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.79%

Traditional cash on cash: 1.58%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2114

Traditional Rental Income: $1877

Airbnb ROI: 0.79%

Traditional ROI: 1.58%

2509 Old Nc 10

Hillsborough, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,590 sq.ft.

$485,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 5.57%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.31%

Airbnb Rental Income: $4220

Traditional Rental Income: $1849

Airbnb ROI: 5.57%

Traditional ROI: 2.31%

5223 Margon Place

Hillsborough, NC

4 beds | 4 baths | 4,156 sq.ft.

$1,240,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 2.41%

Traditional cash on cash: 1.47%

Airbnb Rental Income: $5633

Traditional Rental Income: $3423

Airbnb ROI: 2.41%

Traditional ROI: 1.47%

1100 Walter Clark Drive

Hillsborough, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,314 sq.ft.

$299,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 9.82%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.97%

Airbnb Rental Income: $4220

Traditional Rental Income: $1963

Airbnb ROI: 9.82%

Traditional ROI: 4.97%

116 Cavendish Court

Hillsborough, NC

4 beds | 2 baths | 2,338 sq.ft.

$562,500

Airbnb cash on cash: 6.86%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.48%

Airbnb Rental Income: $5633

Traditional Rental Income: $2204

Airbnb ROI: 6.86%