$1,075,000
About this home
Tucked among mature trees on beautiful Lake Ellen, this distinctive 1980 home offers a rare combination of privacy, natural beauty, architectural character, and convenience to Chapel Hill's best amenities. Surrounded by nature yet just 2.7 miles from UNC Chapel Hill and approximately 2 miles from I-40, the setting feels wonderfully removed from the everyday while remaining close to everything you need. The main level welcomes you with a newly renovated kitchen featuring an induction range and a convenient under-sink water filtration system that provides both filtered drinking water and hot water for tea at the ready. The spacious living room offers beautiful views of the lake and wooded backyard, while the dining room provides an inviting space for everyday meals and entertaining. The generous owner's suite is a peaceful retreat with a renovated private bath and large walk-in closet. Upstairs, a private bedroom suite with full bath and large walk-in closet offers exceptional flexibility for guests, family, or a private home office. Skylights bring natural light into the upper-level bedroom, adding to the bright, inviting character of the space. The lower level offers an incredible opportunity for multigenerational living, an in-law suite, guest quarters, or potential rental income. This level includes two bedrooms, a full kitchen, living room, dining area, full bath, and views of the lake and wooded backyard, providing the amenities and privacy of a home within the home. Recent exterior improvements include new siding and fresh exterior paint, enhancing the home's appearance while complementing its natural wooded surroundings. And then there is the lake. Step outside to enjoy your own peaceful corner of Lake Ellen, with a private dock for launching a kayak, canoe, or paddleboard. The lake is home to an abundance of wildlife and provides a front-row seat to nature throughout the seasons. Turtles can often be spotted along the shoreline, baby goslings and ducklings frequently make an appearance, and birdwatchers will enjoy the many species that visit the lake—including the graceful blue heron. It is the kind of setting where enjoying your morning coffee can become one of the best parts of the day. Whether you're looking for a peaceful private residence, a multigenerational home, or a property with the potential for additional rental income, this home offers remarkable versatility. Private and surrounded by nature, yet minutes from UNC, I-40, shopping, dining, and Chapel Hill's many amenities—this is a truly special Lake Ellen opportunity. Whether you're looking for a peaceful full-time residence, a home designed for multigenerational living, or a property with potential for additional rental income, this one offers remarkable flexibility. Private, peaceful, and surrounded by nature—yet minutes from UNC, I-40, shopping, dining, and all the amenities of Chapel Hill. A truly special opportunity on Lake Ellen.
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Property details
- MLS #
- 10190148
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- North Forest Hills
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 13
- On market date
- September 11, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 3.5
- Garage spaces
- N/A
- Parking spaces
- N/A
- Lot size
- 0.61 acres
Location
Get directions →Nearby schools
Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)
- Enrollment
- 356
- Student:teacher ratio
- 11.1:1
- District
- Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools
- Enrollment
- 716
- Student:teacher ratio
- 13.8:1
- District
- Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools
- Enrollment
- 1,475
- Student:teacher ratio
- 16.4:1
- District
- Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools
Walkability
Blended score for Chapel Hill's center: EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) combined with nearby-amenity density. 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
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