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Sold for $410,000
  • $410,000

    163 Lake Ellen Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27514

    3beds
    1,305sqft
    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1974
    0.46 Acres Lot
    $408,200 Zestimate®
    $314/sqft
    $1,982 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $408,200

    $371,000 - $449,000

    $1,982/mo

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    What's special

    Cozy wood-burning fireplacePrivate lower deckWell-kept hardwood floorsLush foliageTowering hardwoodsVibrant tropicalsExpansive upper deck
    Tucked away in the serene Forest Hills neighborhood in Chapel Hill, this enchanting home exudes timeless charm and whispers of possibility. Inside, well-kept hardwood floors and oversized casement windows fill every corner with warmth. While it does need work, the home's character shines through in every detail—from the cozy, wood-burning fireplace to the inviting basement art studio, ready to inspire your creative passions. With a touch of imagination and care, this solid and graceful home can easily become something extraordinary. The kitchen, with its breakfast bar, pantry, and eat-in nook, invites transformation into the culinary space of your dreams. The primary suite offers comfort with a view, dual closets and a private ensuite, while a full, versatile basement provides endless possibilities for living, working, or creating. The light-filled living room offers sweeping views of the lush greenery that surrounds the home. Outside, the magic continues with lush foliage, towering hardwoods, and vibrant tropicals—banana palms and elephant ears—a natural paradise reminiscent of UNC's beloved Coker Arboretum. Enjoy morning coffees on the expansive upper deck that spans the length of the home. Or, savor a peaceful moment on the private lower deck off the ground floor. This isn't just a home—it's a canvas for your imagination, a sanctuary waiting to be rediscovered. Bring your vision, your creativity, and your heart, and let 163 Lake Ellen Drive become the dream you've been searching for!

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    Listed by:

    Dave Wylie 252-412-4646,

    Compass -- Chapel Hill - Durham

    Bought with:

    Emily C Godrich, 249181

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeService

    Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10128894MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Central, Heat Pump
    Cooling
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Electric Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
    Features
    • Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
    • Flooring: Concrete, Hardwood, Vinyl
    • Doors: Sliding Doors
    • Windows: Display Window(s), Screens, Skylight(s)
    • Basement: Concrete, Crawl Space
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,305
    • Total interior livable area: 1,305 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,305
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Aggregate, Driveway
    • Covered spaces: 1
    Features
    • Levels: One and One Half
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Awning(s), Front Porch, Rear Porch, Other
    • Exterior features: Garden, Rain Gutters, Uncovered Courtyard
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Garden, Panoramic, Trees/Woods
    Lot
    • Size: 0.46 Acres
    • Features: Corner Lot, Garden, Hardwood Trees, Many Trees, Native Plants
    Details
    • Parcel number: 9789595099
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Contemporary
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
    Materials
    • Block, Wood Siding
    • Foundation: Combination
    • Roof: Rubber
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1974

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Forest Hills
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Chapel Hill

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $314/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $529,700
    • Annual tax amount: $7,071
    • Date on market: 10/21/2025

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    11/21/2025Sold$410,000-3.5%$314/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10128894 Report a problem
    10/25/2025Pending sale$425,000$326/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10128894 Report a problem
    10/21/2025Listed for sale$425,000$326/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10128894 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$7,072 +24.3%$529,700 +60.7%
    2024$5,691 +2.8%$329,600
    2023$5,538 +4.3%$329,600
    2022$5,310 +1.3%$329,600
    2021$5,243 +8%$329,600 +15.4%
    2020$4,856 $285,600
    2018$4,856 +2.4%$285,600
    2017$4,742 +16.1%$285,600 +18%
    2016$4,083 $241,999
    2015$4,083 +1.1%$241,999
    2014$4,038 $241,999
    2013-- $241,999
    2012-- $241,999
    2011-- $241,999
    2010-- $241,999 -8.7%
    2009-- $265,204 +29%
    2008$3,448 +3.8%$205,582
    2007$3,320 +4.2%$205,582
    2006$3,186 $205,582
    2005$3,186 +10.9%$205,582 +18.7%
    2004$2,873 +3.6%$173,172
    2003$2,774 +1.5%$173,172
    2002$2,734 +4.2%$173,172
    2001$2,623 -1.7%$173,172 +12.4%
    2000$2,669 $154,118
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: North Forest Hills

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: CH/Carrboro - Seawell
    • Middle: CH/Carrboro - Smith
    • High: CH/Carrboro - East Chapel Hill

    Source: Doorify MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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