Durham metro, NC relocation guide
Moving to Hillsborough, NC
About Hillsborough
Hillsborough is the Orange County seat on the Eno River, with a 2020 population of 9,660. Founded in 1754, it is one of North Carolina's oldest towns, with deep colonial, Regulator-movement, and Revolutionary-era history. The historic downtown along Churton Street holds the old Orange County Courthouse, shops, and restaurants, while the Riverwalk greenway and nearby Occoneechee Mountain offer outdoor access.
Home prices in Hillsborough
Home prices in Hillsborough vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Hillsborough
- Historic downtown Hillsborough and Churton Street
- Ayr Mount
- Burwell School Historic Site
- Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area
- Eno River State Park
- Riverwalk greenway
Commuting from Hillsborough
- To downtown Durham: approximately 20 minutes (~12 miles via I-85; traffic-sensitive).
- To UNC–Chapel Hill: approximately 15–20 minutes (~10 miles via NC-86/I-40; traffic-sensitive).
- To Research Triangle Park: approximately 25 minutes (~20 miles via I-40; traffic-sensitive).
Schools in Hillsborough
Public schools: Orange County Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Hillsborough FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Hillsborough, NC?
Home prices in Hillsborough vary by neighborhood and property type. - How is the commute from Hillsborough, NC?
To downtown Durham: approximately 20 minutes (~12 miles via I-85; traffic-sensitive). - Which school district serves Hillsborough, NC?
Hillsborough is served by Orange County Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.