163 Lake Ellen Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27514 - Photo 1

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$410,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
2 Full Baths
1,305 Sq. Ft.
0.46 Acres

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Property Description

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!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 163 Lake Ellen Dr

General

Sold For: $410,000
Taxes: $7,071
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: 2218
MLS ID: 10128894
Added to Site: 88 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 7
Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
Appliances: Dryer, Electric Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Concrete, Hardwood, Vinyl

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Exterior

Exterior Features: Garden, Rain Gutters, Uncovered Courtyard
Porch/Patio/Deck: Awning(s), Front Porch, Rear Porch, Other

Parking

Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Aggregate, Driveway

Location

County: Orange
Subdivision: Forest Hills
Driving Directions: From I-40 W, take exit to MLK Blvd and travel South. Proceed on MLK Blvd until Piney Mountain Rd and turn left. Travel Piney Mountain Rd and turn left on Lake Ellen Drive. Property is on corner lot on the righthand side.
City Limits: Yes

School Information

Elementary School: CH/Carrboro - Seawell
Middle School: CH/Carrboro - Smith
High School: CH/Carrboro - East Chapel Hill

Heating & Cooling

Air Conditioning: Yes
Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump
Heating Type: Central, Heat Pump

Utilities

Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Contemporary
Structure Type: House
Exterior Const.: Block, Wood Siding
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Concrete, Crawl Space
Roof: Rubber
Windows: Display Window(s), Screens, Skylight(s)
Drive-In Doors: Sliding Doors
Stories/Levels: 1
Building Size: 1305
Square Feet: 1,305
Finished Above Grnd: 1,305 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1974

Lot Features

Property View: Garden, Panoramic, Trees/Woods
Lot Size (Acres): 0.46
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 20,037.6
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Garden, Hardwood Trees, Many Trees, Native Plants

Financial Considerations

Tax Amount: $7,071.8

Disclosures and Reports

Special Conditions: Standard
Property ID: 9789595099
Lot Number: 163

Listed by Compass -- Chapel Hill - Durham, Dave Wylie (252) 412-4646
Sold by Berkshire Hathaway HomeService, Emily C Godrich

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Schools

Schools serving 163 Lake Ellen Dr

School District:Chapel Hill-Carrboro Schools

Name	Grades	Distance
Elizabeth Seawell Elementary School 9115 Seawell School Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27516	K-5	1.7 mi
R D And Euzelle Smith Middle School 9201 Seawell School Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27516	6-8	1.6 mi
East Chapel Hill High School 500 Weaver Dairy Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27514	9-12	1.5 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 163 Lake Ellen Dr

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

11/21/2025

Sold

$410,000

-3.53%

MLS

10/21/2025

Listed

$425,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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