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Property Description
One-level living in Penrith, convenient to RDU airport, RTP, I-40, and more. This home has been freshly painted and has updated lighting inside. There is a covered front porch leading in to the foyer with hardwoods. The sunken living room has built-in bookcases flanking the fireplace with brick surround. The galley-style kitchen has a sunny breakfast area and a new stainless steel stove and range hood. The refrigerator, washer, and dryer all convey. There is a formal dining room. 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths. Best feature of the house is the oversized screened porch overlooking the private backyard with large storage shed for gardening tools and supplies or a workshop space. There is another storage area against the back of the house. Fenced yard. Large, flat lot.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5711 Lake Elton Rd
General
- Sold For: $415,000
- Taxes: $3,719
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2218
- MLS ID: 10160822
- Added to Site: 111 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Interior Features: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Master Downstairs, Storage
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood Burning
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: None
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch, Screened
Parking
- Parking Features: Concrete, Driveway, Parking Pad
Location
- County: Durham
- Subdivision: Penrith
- Driving Directions: From I-40W, take Exit 278 and use the left lane to turn left onto NC-55 W. Turn left on Carpenter Fletcher Rd, right on Loyal Ave, left on Ferriday Dr, right on Lake Elton Rd, and the home will be on your right.
- 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: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch, Traditional
- Structure Type: House
- Exterior Const.: Masonite
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
- Roof: Shingle
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Windows: Bay Window(s)
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Building Size: 1475
- Square Feet: 1,475
- Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,475 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1982
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.28
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 12,196.8
- Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Back Yard, Landscaped, Level
- Zoning: R-10
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard, Chain Link
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $3,719.79
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Property ID: 155040
- Lot Number: 2
Listed by Real Estate By Design, Lisa Ellis (919) 606-1754
Sold by Nest Realty of the Triangle, Johnny May
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Schools
Schools serving 5711 Lake Elton Rd
School District:Durham Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Pearsontown Elementary 4915 Barbee Road, Durham, NC 27713 | PK-5 | 1.1 mi |
Lowe's Grove Middle 4418 South Alston Avenue, Durham, NC 27713 | 6-8 | 1.1 mi |
Hillside High 3727 Fayetteville St, Durham, NC 27707 | 9-12 | 2.3 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 5711 Lake Elton Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/07/2026
Sold
$415,000
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MLS
4/17/2026
Listed
$415,000
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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.
5711 Lake Elton Road, Durham, NC 27713 (MLS# 10160822) is a Single Family property that was sold at $415,000 on July 07, 2026. Want to learn more about 5711 Lake Elton Road? 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.

