-Has one of a kind dedication to customer service and a unique desire to exceed clients' expectations. -Has unparalleled reliability and a commitment to excellence.-Earned a B.S. in Mineral Economics and a minor in Economics from the Pennsylvania State University in 1986.-Has been a Triangle, NC resident since 1992 and a resident of Chatham County, NC since 1994.-Has been a REALTOR since 1993 and is consistently a top-producer.-Has a strong belief in continuing education and has achieved the following real estate designations: CRS, Certified Residential Specialist; GRI, Graduate of the Realtors Institute; and Eco-Broker.-Is a member of local, state, and National Associations of REALTORS.-Has participated in the successful promotion and sale of many resale homes, land, new construction, and subdivisions in the area and is consistently recognized for sales, listings, and listings sold achievements each year.-Uses traditional methods as well as the latest technology to enhance marketing strategies. -Is a hard-working professional who genuinely cares about the needs of his clients and his community, regularly volunteering time and offering financial support to the local area. -Is also very dedicated to his wife of 20 years and his two daughters.To my prospective clients:When you are an informed buyer or seller, you'll make the best decisions for the most important purchase or sale in your lifetime. That's why my goal is to keep you informed on trends in the marketplace using the latest statistics in your local area.As a local area expert with knowledge of the communities, my objective is to work diligently to assist you in meeting your real estate goals.    When you are buying or selling property in today's real estate market, it's important to have confidence in your real estate professional. I have the experience, integrity, and commitment to provide the specialized service that you deserve. Please call or email me to get started.

Thomas N Heilman

This 50 +/- rare large acreage property is ideal for a small residential subdivision between Greensboro and the Randolph Toyota Megasite.​ Between several residential neighborhoods, this property has hundreds of feet of paved public road frontage.​ New survey.​ Two beautiful perennial streams.​ Utility easement to the East (subtracted from value).​ Potential for equestrian, small farm or other rezoning.​

Custom built cottage on acreage in the highly sought after Silk Hope Community of Chatham County. Two story stacked - main floor primary bedroom with full bath and second floor loft, bedroom and full bath. Covered porch overlooking acreage, patio and open area. Close to new Wolfspeed facility in... Siler City, Toyota Battery, Chatham Park and easy commute to UNC - Hospital. Continue reading

His North Chatham Lot Has Flexible Build Time and Choose Your Own Builder Option.​ Excellent Location, Tucked Away Off of a Short Private Road Connected to Old Lystra Road.​ Convenient to Unc, Chapel Hill, Chatham Park, Rdu, Rtp.​ Unrestricted.​ No Covenants.​ No Hoa.​ Modulars, Log Cabins, Hobby Garage - All Okay! Additional Lot Available.​

This corner lot has commercial potential.​ Highway 15/501 (SR 1712) NC Dot traffic count of 10k - 20k daily.​ Between Pittsboro/Chatham Park and Chapel Hill/Briar Chapel.​ Directly across from Hamlets Chapel Road (SR 1525).​ Ideal for Office/Institutional or Small Business Ventures.​ Seller willing to consider offers contingent upon approval of use.​ Relatively flat.​ Strong line of sight.​ No municipal sewer at this facility.​ Private septic system required.​

Prime Residential Development Property in North Chatham between Chapel Hill and Pittsboro close to Hwy 15-501. This property has adequate conventional soils for a multi lot residential subdivision and county water roadside. Road frontage for multiple

Perfect setting for rural country estate! Paved road frontage, this lot is the first on a private road large acreage subdivision. 75 wooded, 25 pasture, this level lot is ideal for an acreage property estate. Perfect for gardening or farmette. Multiple ideal homesites. Trees are mature, nearly a constant breeze from the cool woods. RMA, but no HOA. No time limit to build. Between Vinfast, Toyota and Wolfspeed. Easy commute to Hwy 87, Hwy 64, Chapel Hill/Pittsboro.

Below appraised value! This historical home with workshop and outbuildings offers unlimited potential. It adjoins the Siler City Megasite (Wolfspeed) and just minutes to the Liberty Megasite (Toyota). Public Old 421 Hwy frontage, level, fenced pasture, acreage, this property is ideal for home/office/business with commercial potential. Formerly a potter's/pottery studio, this property could be a nursery/landscaping, grading, heavy equipment, small farm or even an equestrian property due to the pasture and fencing. Workshop-1,581SF/Outbuilding-218SF/7.88 Acres/400' Road Frontage.

This Property Represents A Rare Opportunity For A Residential Subdivision In North Durham County, Conv To Duke/Durham, Rtp/Rdu, Chapel Hill/Unc, I40/I85.​ Plenty Of Road Frontage, Multiple Potential Homesites.​ Ideal For Estate Lots Or Equestrian Community.​ Mature Vegetation, Mostly Hardwood, Gently Rolling Topo.​ One Of The Largest Contiguous Tracts Of Land For Sale In The Area, This Acreage Opportunity Is Realistic For Residential Development Or Investment Opportunity (Save/Hold) Or 1031 Exchange.​ This Tract Is Potential Timber/Or Recreational Hunting During The Investment Hold Period.​

Silk Hope Community Acreage bordered by Dry Creek and Emerson Cook Road. This large tract has been in the same family for over a century. Formerly farmland, recent pasture/hay farm, it is now covered in young growth hardwood and pine surrounded by mature 40+ year trees along Dry Creek and the majority of the road frontage. Groomed trails meander through the property making it easy to explore and view. Possibilities include investment, large acreage residential, equestrian or residential subdivision. Between Cattail Creek and Bobcat Point residential neighborhoods. Just minutes from Chapel Ridge Golf Course, Downton Pittsboro and Chatham Park.

MOVE IN READY with new interior paint and carpet in 2023. Other recent updates include new roof 2022, garage door 2021, exterior trim painted 2020, and vinyl siding 2019. Main floor office w/built in shelves, remodeled kitchen w/custom cabinets and granite, and a 2 story family rm w/gas log FP. Owner suite w/remodeled tile shower and double vanity. Spacious screened porch, deck w/built ins and hot tub, and a grill deck overlook the fenced back yard. 2 car garage and 12x12 shed. LISTING BROKER IS SELLER.

The main floor includes a large dining rm, office, updated kitchen w/quartz counters, 2 pantries, and a family rm w/a woodstove FP. Upstairs are 3 BRs and a flex rm, a laundry rm, a huge bonus rm and walk in storage. Spacious owner suite w/2 walk in closets, whirlpool tub and separate shower and a d...ouble vanity. Plenty of natural light! 2 CAR GARAGE. Outdoor gardens, patio and large deck, and a peaceful fountain! NEW CARPET on the 2nd floor and much of the interior was recently painted! 1.5 PRIVATE ACRES! Continue reading

Unrestricted Acreage Property in Historic Silk Hope! Corner property, mostly level, garden area, landscaped, recent cosmetic improvements, basement, garage workshop and additional workshop. Large deck overlooking small pasture. Beautiful country setting close to Siler City, Hwy 64 and Wolfspeed. Horses & chickens allowed. Home business potential, produce stand. Close to Old Fashioned Farmers Day, Silk Hope School, Intersection. Fix your classic cars, woodshop, store your boat or RV camper. No HOA. No Covenants. Possible subdivide.

Presenting a unique opportunity near downtown Pittsboro; a former doctor's office now available as an ADA-compliant commercial listing.​ This space preserves the historical essence while meeting modern accessibility standards.​ Perfect for businesses seeking a centrally located venue with built-in inclusivity, this listing invites entrepreneurs to make their mark in a space that respects both heritage and diversity.​ Close to restaurants, shops and all that Downtown Pittsboro has to offer.​

Fishing Retreat, Kayakers Delight On The Deep River.​ Waterfront Property Has An Older Manufactured Home That Has Been Built Onto (Livable But Needs Some Updates And Cosmetic Repairs).​ Secluded In Mature Hardwoods, This Unrestricted Property Allows For Hunting Deer, Turkey, Large Mouth Bass, Hybrid Bass, Channel Cats, Flatheads And The Infamous Longnose Gar.​ Weekend Retreat, Rental Or Primary.​ Property Is Just Off Us 1, Close To Jordan Lake, Vinfast Very Close, Easy Commute To Rtp, Rdu, Sanford, Unc, Nc State.​ Okay To Park Your Boat Or Rv In This Neighborhood.​ Save On Boat Storage Alone!

This Unrestricted Property Is Along The Beautiful Henry Oldham Road, Full Of Farms And Homes With Acreage.​ Property Has Plenty Of Public Road Frontage, Has Had The Underbrush Professionally Cleared And Is Mostly Mature Straight Carolina Pine On A Gently Sloped Lot - Higher In The Back And Level Toward The Road.​ 4-Bed Perc Permit On File.​ No Time Limit To Build, Rv, Manufactured, Modular Or Build Your Custom Home With Hobby Garage Or Guest House, Apartment.​ No Covenants, No Hoa.​

Bynum History - - and Acreage. This property could tell stories. Main house is contemporary with oversized rooms and wrap around deck overlooking mature vegetation hardwoods and pine, in-ground pool (needs work), pool house and historic farmhouse. All on private drive and adjoining acreage. Possibilities for art studio, Airbnb, rental income, or main residence with guest house. Needs work. "AS IS". Sellers are negotiable with clean offer and will consider financing.

Welcome to the views of Westfall! This home features open kitchen/living, large island, granite countertops, cabinet improvements, island, appliances convey, primary bedroom with vaulted ceiling and walk-in closet improvements, formal dining room coffered ceiling, laundry with cabinet improvements, upstairs bonus room is oversized and ideal for media room, 2nd floor den/living/game room or possibly a bedroom. Half bath upstairs. Attic space allows for potential expansion to a full bathroom. Fenced backyard. Community pool and clubhouse. Close to UNC. Easy commute to Durham, RTP, RDU.

Sanford is BOOMING! This is your opportunity to get in on the excitement. There is plenty of space for your expanding situation. Fenced backyard. New HVAC. Two fireplaces, upstairs down, give warm cozy vibes throughout. Use the downstairs office to get away from activities concentrate, but still be close to all the action when needed. Spacious dining room for entertaining making memories, convenient kitchen, 3 bedrooms are on main living floor with an office additional bedroom on lower level. Come and settle into this quiet community convenient to restaurants, schools the theatre for live shows. The one has it all! US 1 and Hwy 421 provide quick access to VinFast, Toyota Wolfspeed, as well as Raleigh, Greensboro, Apex Cary.

Unrestricted lot. Minutes to Downton Durham, Duke, UNC, RTP and RDU. Might be best to hold until town improves road or adjoiners agree to develop. Buyer to confirm tap-ons, water and sewer availability, schools and road. Copyright © 2024 Doorify MLS

SEEKING NEXT STEWARD for this rarely available 9.47 Acres with 400' of Haw River frontage.​ The owner has thoughtfully managed a diverse mature, deciduous riverfront forest for 40 years.​ Off Chicken Bridge Road, the entrance is via a private driveway ''Swimming Chicken Lane'' - named for the market-bound chickens that slid off the back of Walter Hugh Campbell's flatbed truck in the early 1950's and escaped into the woods.​ The right fork of the scenic driveway winds towards a beautifully wooded, south facing homesite.​ A conventional 3-bedroom, gravity fed septic system has been installed & approved.​ At the end of the driveway, ''waterfront'' signs will lead you to the mowed path down to the beautiful Haw River, where 400' of direct Haw River frontage overlooks the rapids and affords plenty of room for recreation & relaxation.​ Nearby 5 Ac lot available; potentially 19 additional acres plus hilltop home available.​ Short commute to Carrboro/Chapel Hill; 20 min to Jordan Lake; 30 Min to RTP, Wolfspeed Toyota Battery & Chatham County Advanced

Sales Manager | Broker | Walnut Cove Realty
I’m the Sales Manager at Walnut Cove Realty and an active broker serving Asheville and Western North Carolina. Walnut Cove Realty is the region’s #1 luxury boutique brokerage, and my experience includes luxury homes, legacy properties, and real estate investments across the market.
I moved to Asheville nine years ago as the General Manager of The Cliffs at Walnut Cove, which gave me a deep understanding of luxury communities, land, and what truly drives long-term value. Today, I work with investors, second-home buyers, and full-time residents, bringing a practical, straightforward perspective to every transaction.
I stay closely connected to market trends while remaining directly involved in deals, allowing me to offer clear guidance without the noise.
Outside of real estate, I’m married to a Mission Hospital nurse and am a proud dad to two middle-school daughters. Asheville isn’t just where I work—it’s home.

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