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Property Description
Welcome home to this beautifully updated ranch-style retreat tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in the heart of the Research Triangle. Offering 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,463 square feet, this home combines peaceful living with unbeatable convenience. Step inside to find warm French oak LVP flooring, updated bathrooms, and a cozy living room fireplace perfect for relaxing evenings. The beautifully renovated kitchen features granite countertops, painted and refurbished cabinetry, a new dishwasher and microwave, and improved venting for added functionality. The spacious family room is filled with natural light and opens through sliding glass doors to a large deck overlooking a private, tree-lined backyard that feels peaceful and secluded. The deck was thoughtfully designed to accommodate a future roof addition, creating even more outdoor living potential. Outside, you'll find not one but two storage sheds -- one fully powered with electricity and lighting, ideal for a workshop, hobby space, or studio, and another dedicated storage shed for additional organization. A 50-amp exterior outlet provides flexibility for EV charging, RV hookup, or other high-powered needs. Major improvements made by the current owner include a new front porch, new deck, new vapor barrier in crawlspace, new insulation under the home, remodeled bathrooms, new HVAC (2025), and new front rain gutters -- offering peace of mind for years to come. Perfectly positioned in a central Triangle location: * 15 minutes to Downtown Durham & Duke * 22 minutes to Downtown Chapel Hill & UNC * 13 minutes to RDU Airport * 28 minutes to Downtown Raleigh Convenient to shopping, dining, and everyday amenities, this move-in-ready home offers the perfect blend of comfort, updates, privacy, and location.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5502 Welkin Ct
General
- Sold For: $425,000
- Taxes: $3,420
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2218
- MLS ID: 10166515
- Added to Site: 51 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 15
- Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Gas Range, Microwave, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer/Dryer
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Vinyl
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Hall, Laundry Closet
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck, Front Porch
Parking
- Parking Features: Driveway, Off Street, On Site, On Street
Location
- County: Durham
- Subdivision: Penrith
- Driving Directions: I-40 to exit 278 for NC-55 W/Apex Hwy and head north. Go .7 miles and turn left onto Carpenter Fletcher Rd then 0.6 miles stay right on Carpenter Fletcher. After .2 miles more turn right onto Kemmont Dr. In .2 miles turn right onto Penrith Dr and after another .2 miles turn left onto Welkin. Property is in cul-de-sac on left.
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- Elementary School: Durham - Pearsontown Elementary
- Middle School: Durham - Lowes Grove Middle
- High School: Durham - Hillside High
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
- Heating Type: Central, Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Gas Pack
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Structure Type: House, Site Built
- Exterior Const.: Cedar
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
- Roof: Shingle
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Drive-In Doors: Sliding Doors
- Building Size: 1463
- Square Feet: 1,463
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,463 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1984
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.58
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 25,264.8
- Frontage: City Street
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Partially Cleared, Wooded
- Zoning: R-10
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard, Chain Link
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $3,420.79
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Property ID: 155251
- Lot Number: 43
Listed by NorthGroup Real Estate, Inc., Joel Sivertsen (919) 960-1915
Sold by Real Estate Experts, Jodi Bakst
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Schools
Schools serving 5502 Welkin Ct
School District:Durham Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Pearsontown Elementary 4915 Barbee Road, Durham, NC 27713 | PK-5 | 0.7 mi |
Lowe's Grove Middle 4418 South Alston Avenue, Durham, NC 27713 | 6-8 | 1.4 mi |
Hillside High 3727 Fayetteville St, Durham, NC 27707 | 9-12 | 2.1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 5502 Welkin Ct
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/18/2026
Sold
$425,000
15.18%
MLS
5/12/2026
Listed
$369,000
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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.
5502 Welkin Court, Durham, NC 27713 (MLS# 10166515) is a Single Family property that was sold at $425,000 on June 18, 2026. Want to learn more about 5502 Welkin Court? 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.

