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    81 Golden Heather, Chapel Hill, NC 27516

    4beds
    3,774sqft
    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 2016
    0.35 Acres Lot
    $975,500 Zestimate®
    $259/sqft
    $4,088 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $975,500

    $868,000 - $1.10M

    $4,088/mo

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    What's special

    Refinished hardwood floorsStrong curb appealFresh interior paint throughoutLight-filled move-in ready experienceProfessional drainage solutionsLevel front yardGenerous walk-in attic storage
    Nestled within the highly sought-after The Preserve at Jordan Lake, home to the award-winning Davis Love III Signature Golf Course, this beautifully updated residence offers the perfect blend of elevated design, thoughtful upgrades, and an unmatched lifestyle. From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the level front yard and strong curb appeal, complemented by a three-car garage configuration featuring a two-car bay and a separate single bay--ideal for additional storage, a golf cart, or workshop space. Inside, the home has been meticulously refreshed with refinished hardwood floors and fresh interior paint throughout, creating a light-filled, move-in ready experience. The thoughtfully designed main level features two bedrooms and two full bathrooms, including a spacious primary suite, offering the ease and flexibility of main-level living that today's buyers demand. The home lives beautifully both inside and out. A newly constructed side porch with stair access to the yard enhances everyday living and entertaining, while extensive exterior improvements--including irrigation in the front and back, professional drainage solutions, a custom refuse area, and leaf gutter guards--ensure both functionality and low-maintenance ownership. This home is not only beautiful--it's intelligently upgraded. Enjoy long-term savings and efficiency with fully paid solar panels, a tankless water heater, and reverse osmosis filtration at both the kitchen sink and refrigerator. Average electric bill of $27.00 per month! Additional comfort and peace of mind come from installed blinds and ceiling fans throughout, an active termite bond, and a proactive HVAC service agreement (most recently serviced October 2025)--allowing the next owner to step in with confidence. Upstairs, you'll find flexible living space along with generous walk-in attic storage, while the home's true opportunity lies below. The walk-out lower level offers over 2,000 square feet of unfinished space, providing a rare opportunity to design and create a custom gym, theater, guest suite, or additional living quarters tailored to your vision. Beyond the home, The Preserve delivers a lifestyle that is second to none. Residents enjoy resort-style amenities included in the HOA, featuring a pool, tennis and pickleball courts, basketball courts, fitness center, playground, walking trails, and a private owner's clubhouse--all set within one of the Triangle's most picturesque golf course communities. Located in Chatham County with low property taxes, yet just minutes to Chapel Hill, UNC, Chatham Park, Apex, Cary, and RDU, this home offers the perfect balance of tranquility and accessibility. 81 Golden Heather is more than a home--it's a lifestyle, a retreat, and a rare opportunity to own a thoughtfully upgraded property in one of the Triangle's premier communities. Experience this gorgeous property now: https://bit.ly/81GoldenHeather

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    Listed by:

    Chanel Hart D'Aprix 919-480-7822,

    LPT Realty, LLC

    Bought with:

    Stacey Curelop, 359057

    Fathom Realty NC, LLC

    Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10154326MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    Heating
    • Central, Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Solar
    Cooling
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Dual
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Water Purifier
    • Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
    Features
    • Bathtub/Shower Combination, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, In-Law Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Master Downstairs, Recessed Lighting, Second Primary Bedroom, Separate Shower, Smooth Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
    • Basement: Daylight, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Gas, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 3,774
    • Total interior livable area: 3,774 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 3,774
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 5
    • Parking features: Attached
    • Attached garage spaces: 3
    • Uncovered spaces: 2
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: Central Living Area, Common Area
    Features
    • Levels: Three Or More
    • Stories: 3
    • Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
    • Exterior features: Fenced Yard, Garden, Gas Grill, Lighting, Private Yard
    • Pool features: Community
    • Fencing: Back Yard
    • Has view: Yes
    Lot
    • Size: 0.35 Acres
    • Features: Close to Clubhouse, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Near Golf Course, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
    Details
    • Parcel number: 0077230
    • Zoning: R-1
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Traditional, Transitional
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
    Materials
    • Fiber Cement, Shingle Siding, Stone
    • Foundation: Other
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 2016

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Clubhouse, Curbs, Fitness Center, Golf, Park, Playground, Pool, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s)
    • Subdivision: The Preserve at Jordan Lake
    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • Amenities included: Barbecue, Basketball Court, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Golf Course, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Meeting Room, Party Room, Picnic Area, Playground, Pond Year Round, Pool, Storage, Taxes, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
    • Services included: Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Road Maintenance, Storm Water Maintenance
    • HOA fee: $800 semi-annually
    Location
    • Region: Chapel Hill

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $259/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $885,296
    • Annual tax amount: $6,371
    • Date on market: 3/20/2026
    • Road surface type: Asphalt

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    5/18/2026Sold$979,000$259/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10154326 Report a problem
    4/22/2026Pending sale$979,000$259/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10154326 Report a problem
    4/10/2026Price change$979,000-1.9%$259/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10154326 Report a problem
    3/20/2026Listed for sale$998,000+79.8%$264/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10154326 Report a problem
    9/30/2019Sold$555,000-3%$147/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #2248527 Report a problem
    6/11/2018Sold$572,000+581%$152/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #2139469 Report a problem
    7/1/2016Sold$84,000$22/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$6,372 +30.9%$885,296 +59.6%
    2024$4,869 +8%$554,730
    2023$4,510 +3.8%$554,730
    2022$4,344 +1.3%$554,730
    2021$4,288 -1.2%$554,730 -0.6%
    2020$4,340 +5.7%$557,901
    2019$4,107 +43.5%$557,901 -4.7%
    2017$2,862 $585,653 +550.7%
    2016$2,862 $90,000
    2015-- $90,000
    2014$639 $90,000
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 27516

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Chatham - North Chatham Elementary
    • Middle: Chatham - Margaret B Pollard
    • High: Chatham - Seaforth

    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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