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Property Description
$$$$$ - SELLER IS OFFERING $10,000 $$$$ TOWARDS CLOSING COSTS, UPGRADES, IMPROVEMENTS, OR RATE BUY DOWN. Don't wait, this is an exceptional opportunity to own one of only two custom-built homes in the highly sought-after Chelsea Meadows neighborhood-boasting almost 3,500 sq. ft. and 5 spacious bedrooms. This remarkable home has everything you could want in luxury living. The open floor plan is anchored by newly refinished hardwood floors throughout the main level and a striking, sun-filled kitchen with multiple granite countertops-perfect for gatherings and entertaining friends. Step right outside to enjoy the large deck and extended stamped concrete patio, ideal for morning coffee, outdoor dining, or watching breathtaking sunsets at the end of the day. A first-floor bedroom with a full bath provides the perfect retreat for visiting guests or multi-generational living. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a serene escape with a massive walk-in closet and spa-like bath featuring a garden tub and walk-in shower. A large, conveniently located second-floor laundry room adds ease to daily living. And that's just the beginning. This home also includes fully paid-off solar panels, making utility costs practically disappear, and built-in surround sound upstairs and downstairs-perfect for setting the mood anytime. Set on a premier lot backing to peaceful woods, with no immediate neighbors to the East, the backyard feels like your own private sanctuary. Enjoy a tranquil view of shimmering water and a fountain backdrop, surrounded by mature landscaping, a calming waterscape, and three raised garden beds-ready for your homegrown vegetables and herbs. You also have easy access to the Tobacco Trail, and you can fish is the pond (catch and release, of course) Perfectly located, you're just 16 minutes from Downtown Durham or Chapel Hill, 10 minutes to RTP, and within walking distance of Southpoint Mall with its endless dining, shopping, and coffee spots. Opportunities like this don't last. Homes this size, in this neighborhood, are exceptionally rare. Don't miss your chance to make this dream home yours. Schedule your showing today before it's gone!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1215 Bellenden Dr
General
- Sold For: $697,000
- HOA FEE: $43/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $5,369
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2218
- MLS ID: 10118643
- Added to Site: 140 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 10
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Wired for Sound
- Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Upper Level
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Jogging Path, Playground, Pond Year Round
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck, Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Driveway, Garage
Location
- County: Durham
- Subdivision: Chelsea Meadows
- Driving Directions: From Interstate 40 head South on Fayetteville Rd. Turn Right on Massey Chapel Rd. Turn Left on Hedfield Way. Right on Bellenden Dive. House is on the Left 1215 Bellenden.
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- Elementary School: Durham - Lyons Farm
- Middle School: Durham - Lowes Grove
- High School: Durham - Hillside
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Fees Include: Maintenance Grounds
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
- Heating Type: Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Transitional
- Structure Type: House, Site Built
- Exterior Const.: Brick Veneer, Fiber Cement, Shake Siding, Stone
- Roof: Shingle
- Windows: Bay Window(s), Double Pane Windows
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Building Size: 3477
- Square Feet: 3,477
- Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
- Finished Above Grnd: 3,477 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 2006
Lot Features
- Property View: Pond, Trees/Woods, Water
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.16
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,969.6
- Frontage: City Street
- Lot Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Landscaped, Many Trees
Water Features
- Water View: Yes
Green Features
- Energy Generation: Solar
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $520
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Tax Amount: $5,369.04
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Property ID: 200780
- Lot Number: 51
Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeService, Eric John Stoft (919) 564-5642
Sold by Keller Williams Elite Realty, Nicolle D Mercer
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Schools
Schools serving 1215 Bellenden Dr
School District:Durham Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Creekside Elementary, Durham, NC 5321 Ephesus Church Road, Durham, NC 27707 | K-5 | 3.6 mi |
Sherwood Githens Middle 4800 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, NC 27707 | 6-8 | 5.1 mi |
Charles E Jordan Sr High School 6806 Garrett Road, Durham, NC 27707 | 9-12 | 2.3 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 1215 Bellenden Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/21/2025
Sold
$697,000
-2.52%
MLS
9/25/2025
Price Reduced
$715,000
-1.38%
MLS
8/29/2025
Listed
$725,000
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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.
1215 Bellenden Drive, Durham, NC 27713 (MLS# 10118643) is a Single Family property that was sold at $697,000 on November 21, 2025. Want to learn more about 1215 Bellenden Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Durham? You can browse all Durham real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

