Welcome to 51 Araya Lane. A masterpiece of country-estate living just minutes from Chapel Hill. Nestled on 5.24 lush acres, this high-quality, custom-built brick estate, built in 2004 offers 4936 sq ft of refined living with 3 bedrooms, 5 full baths. The expansive, open plan flows from the gracious living room/dining room with 2 magnificent crystal chandeliers to a gourmet kitchen w/vaulted ceilings, stainless steel appliances (Viking, SubZ), multiple pantries, wine garage, and generous daylight filled living areas. Owner's Wing (Main Level):A secluded retreat featuring a spacious bedroom, oversized closet, office, and a unique flex room, (perfect for a second sleeping room, sitting room, or wellness space.). Upper Level: Second primary suite with a spa-like bathroom. Plus, a third bedroom with en-suite bathroom. Home Features include: 3-fireplaces (1-wood-burning), generator, irrigation system, central vacuum, whole-house water filtration/softener; 3-heat pumps, 2 water heaters, fiber internet, Direct TV ready; 2-staircases, propane tank for gas stove & pilot light, private well and septic. Enjoy tranquil privacy in the mature landscaping, plus garages for 4-cars, and ample storage. Close to Pittsboro, Chapel Hill, Jordan Lake, shops, restaurants, entertainment, UNC, great medical.
Sold for $1,270,000
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$1,270,000
51 Araya Ln, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
3beds
4,936sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 2004
5.24 Acres Lot
$1,259,900 Zestimate®
$257/sqft
$5,131 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,259,900
$1.13M - $1.40M
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Tranquil privacyGourmet kitchenVaulted ceilingsCustom-built brick estateWine garageSpa-like bathroomExpansive open plan
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Listed by:
Jill Ehrenfeld 919-260-6968,
Bold Real Estate
Bought with:
Thomas Wohl, 144220
EXP Realty LLC
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10125690
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric, Fireplace(s), Heat Pump, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Features
- Bookcases, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Chandelier, Crown Molding, Dining L, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Keeping Room, Living/Dining Room Combination, Open Floorplan, Master Downstairs, Second Primary Bedroom, Soaking Tub, Walk-In Shower
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Block
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: EPA Certified Wood Stove, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,936
- Total interior livable area: 4,936 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,936
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 5.24 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Hardwood Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 0073599
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Transitional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick Veneer
- Foundation: Block, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2004
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Septic Available, Propane
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Glen Ridge
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: None
- HOA fee: $150 annually
Location
- Region: Chapel Hill
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $257/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,376,302
- Annual tax amount: $9,818
- Date on market: 10/3/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/26/2026 | Sold | $1,270,000-5.9%$257/sqft |
Source:  Doorify MLS #10125690 Report a problem | ||
| 1/13/2026 | Pending sale | $1,350,000$274/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10125690 Report a problem | ||
| 12/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000$274/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10125690 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2025 | Pending sale | $1,350,000$274/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10125690 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000$274/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10125690 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,819 +21.3% | $1,376,302 +47.5% |
| 2024 | $8,096 +6.7% | $933,062 |
| 2023 | $7,586 +3.8% | $933,062 |
| 2022 | $7,306 +1.3% | $933,062 |
| 2021 | $7,213 -23.1% | $933,062 -22.6% |
| 2020 | $9,382 +5.7% | $1,205,962 |
| 2019 | $8,877 -0.3% | $1,205,962 |
| 2017 | $8,908 | $1,205,962 |
| 2016 | $8,908 -0.8% | $1,205,962 |
| 2015 | $8,977 +3.3% | $1,205,962 |
| 2014 | $8,686 | $1,205,962 |
| 2013 | $8,686 | $1,205,962 |
| 2012 | -- | $1,205,962 |
| 2011 | -- | $1,205,962 |
| 2010 | -- | $1,205,962 |
| 2009 | -- | $1,205,962 +18.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,018,294 |
| 2007 | $7,193 +7.5% | $1,018,294 |
| 2005 | $6,690 | $1,018,294 |
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Neighborhood: 27516
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Chatham Grove ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.3 mi
- 6/10Margaret B. Pollard Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.1 mi
- 7/10Northwood HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Chatham - Perry Harrison
- Middle: Chatham - Margaret B Pollard
- High: Chatham - Northwood
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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