PITTSBORO

Last updated: October 2026

Pittsboro, North Carolina is the county seat of Chatham County, about 34 miles west of Raleigh and 17 miles south of Chapel Hill. The U.S. Census Bureau estimates Pittsboro's population at about 5,054 as of July 2025, up from 4,537 in the 2020 census, and that number is set to grow fast as Chatham Park, one of the largest master-planned communities in the state, fills in. Pittsboro keeps a small historic downtown around its courthouse circle.

People who move to Pittsboro usually want more land, a quieter small-town pace and easy access to Jordan Lake and Chapel Hill. If you're still deciding, start with what buyers should know before moving to Pittsboro and the pros and cons of living in Pittsboro.

Pittsboro neighborhoods

Pittsboro neighborhoods range from older homes near downtown to rural homes on acreage and the new neighborhoods of Chatham Park on the east side of town. Our guides to the best neighborhoods in Pittsboro for home buyers and the top 5 Pittsboro neighborhoods compare the main options.

• Best Neighborhoods in Pittsboro for Home Buyers
• Top 5 Pittsboro Neighborhoods
• What Buyers Should Know About Chatham Park
• Top Five Reasons to Move to Chatham Park
• Buying New Construction in Pittsboro

What homes cost in Pittsboro

According to Redfin, the median sale price in Pittsboro, NC was about $478,851 as of August 2026, down 12.1% from a year earlier, with homes taking around 57 days to sell. Pittsboro is a small market, with only 58 sales that month, so its numbers swing more than larger towns. Even so, it's well below Chapel Hill and Apex.

	Pittsboro, NC	Chapel Hill, NC	Apex, NC
Median sale price	$478,851	$659,564	$614,593
Change from a year earlier	Down 12.1%	Up 19.9%	Up 1.6%
Median days on market	57	40	30
Homes sold in August	58	169	374

Source: Redfin housing market data for Pittsboro, Chapel Hill and Apex, August 2026.

For the full cost picture, read how much it costs to buy a home in Pittsboro and whether Pittsboro is a good place to buy.

Schools in Pittsboro

Public schools in Pittsboro are part of Chatham County Schools, not Wake County. Pittsboro-area high schools include Northwood High School and Seaforth High School, and the district is adding schools as Chatham Park grows.

School assignments in Chatham County are set by address and can change as new neighborhoods open, so check the assignment for any Pittsboro address before you make an offer.

Commuting from Pittsboro

Pittsboro is about 17 miles from Chapel Hill by US 15-501, usually a 25-minute drive. Raleigh is about 34 miles east by US 64, and Durham is about 36 miles away, usually around 40 minutes.

The commute is the biggest tradeoff of living in Pittsboro, so test it before you buy. Read is Pittsboro a good place to live if you commute to Raleigh or Durham and should I move to Pittsboro or stay closer to Raleigh.

Things to do in Pittsboro

Pittsboro's downtown has local restaurants, shops and galleries around the historic courthouse, and the town has a strong local farm and arts scene. Jordan Lake, about 8 miles east of Pittsboro, has beaches, boating, camping and hiking, and Chapel Hill is close for college sports and dining.

For how fast Pittsboro is changing, read is Pittsboro still a small town or growing too fast.

Working in Pittsboro

Many Pittsboro residents commute to Chapel Hill, Durham, Research Triangle Park and Raleigh, while local jobs are mainly in county government, schools, health care and small businesses. Chatham Park is adding commercial and office space, and Chatham County is drawing large new employers to its industrial sites.

Buying or selling in Pittsboro

Pittsboro homes take about 57 days to sell according to Redfin, which gives buyers more room to negotiate than in most of the Triangle. These Pittsboro guides can help buyers and sellers:

• Is now a good time to sell in Pittsboro?
• Is Pittsboro still a seller's market?
• How much is my Pittsboro home worth?
• How to price your home in Pittsboro
• What buyers want in Pittsboro homes
• What makes homes sell faster in Chatham County
• How new construction affects resale sellers
• Should you renovate before selling?
• How to sell fast without leaving money on the table
• Mistakes Pittsboro sellers should avoid

Frequently asked questions about Pittsboro

What is the median home price in Pittsboro, NC?

According to Redfin, the median sale price in Pittsboro, NC was about $478,851 as of August 2026, down 12.1% from a year earlier. Homes in Pittsboro sold in about 57 days on average.

How far is Pittsboro from Raleigh?

Pittsboro is about 34 miles west of Raleigh by US 64, and Durham is about 36 miles away. Chapel Hill is the closest big city, about 17 miles north.

What is Chatham Park?

Chatham Park is a large master-planned community being built on the east side of Pittsboro, with new homes, shops, offices and parks planned over many years. Read what buyers should know about Chatham Park.

Is Pittsboro, NC growing?

Yes. The U.S. Census Bureau estimates Pittsboro's population at about 5,054 as of July 2025, up from 4,537 in the 2020 census, and Chatham Park is expected to add many more residents over the coming years.

Is Pittsboro cheaper than Chapel Hill?

Yes. Redfin put Pittsboro's median sale price at about $478,851 in August 2026, compared with about $659,564 in Chapel Hill. Pittsboro buyers trade a longer drive for more house and more land.

Thinking about Pittsboro?

We're Brandy and Lance Nemergut with Be Sunshine Realty Group at eXp Realty, and we help people relocate to Pittsboro and the rest of the Triangle every week. Start with our Pittsboro guides or call or text us at 919-583-6895 and we'll walk you through the neighborhoods that fit your budget.