Discover serenity in this beautiful contemporary home, nestled above the street on a lovingly landscaped lot. Enjoy soaring ceilings, rich oak and heart of pine flooring, and hand hewn window trim. Updated and abundant windows & sliders bring the outdoors in. Relish the stunning addition designed by renowned architect Giles Blunden and built by Kurt Mueller of New Vista Construction. This gorgeous space includes a family room and a spacious room adjoining the primary bedroom, complete with a vaulted bead board ceiling and a picturesque circular window framing the lush wooded surroundings. Plus second floor bonus/loft. All new interior paint throughout, both walls and ceilings. Outside, the oversized lot beckons with its private oasis of lush greenery and carefully cultivated landscaping. Meandering walking paths invite exploration, while a screened porch and gazebo with patio provide perfect spots for alfresco dining and unwinding. The lovely pond is ready to welcome a school of koi fish. Additional highlights include a rejuvenating hot tub and on-site built storage shed. Walk to Lake Ellen and nearby trails, and be just moments from the free bus line, too. A gorgeous property in the heart of Chapel Hill.
Sold for $540,000
$540,000
168 Lake Ellen Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
3beds
1,711sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1974
0.47 Acres Lot
$610,800 Zestimate®
$316/sqft
$2,266 Estimated rent
Home value
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Wendy Tanson 919-971-7180,
Nest Realty of the Triangle
Bought with:
Matthew 'Mouse' Mock, 303237
Coldwell Banker Advantage
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10032598
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Dual Closets, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Laminate Counters, Natural Woodwork
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Masonry
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,711
- Total interior livable area: 1,711 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,711
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Garden
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Above Ground, Private
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 0.47 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Views
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Workshop
- Parcel number: 9789587883
- Zoning: res
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Permanent
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1974
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Lake
- Subdivision: North Forest Hills
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Pond Year Round
Location
- Region: Chapel Hill
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $316/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $527,800
- Annual tax amount: $5,018
- Date on market: 5/31/2024
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/3/2024 | Sold | $540,000+0.2%$316/sqft |
Source:  Doorify MLS #10032598 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2024 | Pending sale | $539,000$315/sqft |
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| 5/31/2024 | Listed for sale | $539,000$315/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,047 +30.3% | $527,800 +68.8% |
| 2024 | $5,410 +2.8% | $312,600 |
| 2023 | $5,265 +4.4% | $312,600 +0.1% |
| 2022 | $5,043 +1.3% | $312,200 |
| 2021 | $4,979 +8.4% | $312,200 +15.9% |
| 2020 | $4,594 +146.6% | $269,400 |
| 2018 | $1,863 +302.9% | $269,400 |
| 2017 | $462 -77.8% | $269,400 -13.6% |
| 2016 | $2,078 | $311,635 |
| 2015 | $2,078 +291.8% | $311,635 |
| 2014 | $530 | $311,635 |
| 2013 | -- | $311,635 |
| 2012 | -- | $311,635 |
| 2011 | -- | $311,635 |
| 2010 | -- | $311,635 |
| 2009 | -- | $311,635 +39.4% |
| 2008 | $3,744 +3.8% | $223,476 |
| 2007 | $3,606 +4.2% | $223,476 |
| 2006 | $3,460 | $223,476 |
| 2005 | $3,460 +10.7% | $223,476 +18.3% |
| 2004 | $3,125 +3.6% | $188,844 |
| 2003 | $3,018 +1.5% | $188,844 |
| 2002 | $2,974 +4.2% | $188,844 |
| 2001 | $2,853 +10.7% | $188,844 +26.5% |
| 2000 | $2,578 | $149,286 |
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Neighborhood: North Forest Hills
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Elizabeth Seawell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.8 mi
- 8/10R D And Euzelle Smith Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 9/10East Chapel Hill High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: CH/Carrboro - Estes Hills
- Middle: CH/Carrboro - Guy Phillips
- 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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- North Carolina
- Orange County
- Chapel Hill
- 27514
- North Forest Hills
- 168 Lake Ellen Dr
