(Pittsboro, NC – March 16, 2015)—M/I Homes announces the addition of the highly sought after Villa Collection of single story homes to Powell Place. This master planned community is located in Pittsboro just south of Chapel Hill in southern Chatham County.

The Villa Collection offers convenient one-level living, ranging in size from 1700 – 2300 square feet with two car garages. The collection features first floor owner’s suites, open indoor and outdoor living spaces and flex rooms. Hardwood floors, high ceilings, crown moldings and granite countertops are all included.

With the addition of the Villa Collection, M/I Homes also offers 2-story homes ranging in size from 2600 to over 3000 square feet with 2 car garages. The homes showcase 3-6 bedrooms, bonus rooms, and optional finished third floor rooms. Many of the upgraded home features include granite kitchen countertops, tile backsplash, decorative crown moldings and much more. Some downstairs owner suites are available. Prices start in the $280s.

“We are excited to be adding the Villa Collection in Powell Place,” shares Allison Moriarty, Vice President of Sales & Marketing of M/I Homes’ Raleigh Division. “Both the Villa Collection and the 2-story homes are thoughtfully designed creating useful spaces to fit your lifestyle today.”

The mature landscaping and well-planned homes in Powell Place are the perfect end to a busy work day. Come home and enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the pond or taking a stroll along the walking trails. Or take advantage of the communities’ playground or multi-purpose recreation field.

Powell Place is located at the intersection of Highway 64 & Highway 15/501. This new home community is found just minutes from Chapel Hill and the University of North Carolina as well as fine dining and shopping. Children attend Chatham County schools.

100% of the homes hold true to the company’s “Sustainable Building” philosophy and are ENERGY STAR® Certified homes. With the ENERGY STAR qualification, all M/I Homes are constructed with energy-efficient building techniques that can reduce your energy bills by as much as 30%. In addition, M/I Homes carries the industry's only 30-year transferrable structural warranty.

Find out about Powell Place by calling Jake Jabloski at 919-533-6277 or log on to http://www.mihomes.com/raleigh.

Driving Directions: From Raleigh-Durham International Airport: From the East, Take I-40 West. Turn off at Exit 273A/Chapel Hill and follow Route NC 54 West. Stay on 54 West three miles until you come to an overpass. Just beyond the overpass, turn right on NC 54 West/15-501 South bypass. Stay on bypass 2.2 miles and exit at the Chapel Hill - Pittsboro exit. Turn left onto US 15-501 South. Continue south on 15-501 (Chapel Hill Road) until crossing over Hwy 64. Take the first right onto Powell Place Lane, right on Millbrook. Sales Center on the right.

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