NOT LISTED FOR SALE

157 Tortoise Ln Winston Salem, NC 27127

Estimated Value: $297,537 - $304,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,887 Sq Ft
$160/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 24, 2025

Last sale price $306,000 $162 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,790/month

20 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Porch
  • Ceiling Fan
  • No HOA
  • Kitchen Island
  • 2 Car Garage

About This Home

As of November 2025

This charming 3 BR/2Ba home, with primary bedroom on the main level, offers a wonderful blend of modern updates and comfort in a quiet, established neighborhood with no HOA. The heart of the home is the beautifully renovated kitchen, thoughtfully updated in 2018 with appliances, upgraded cabinets, the installation of a functional island, and the removal of a wall to create a spacious, open-concept flow perfect for entertaining and everyday living. Additional peace of mind comes with a new HVAC system installed in 2021, providing efficiency and year-round comfort. The large finished room in the basement provides space for creativity: bonus room, man cave, movie room - you choose. The spacious deck that overlooks the fenced back yard is yet another highlight. This home is move-in ready and an excellent opportunity for its next owner. Welcome to your new home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mona Lisa McCorkle

Call It Closed International Realty License #328696 Listed on: 09/23/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Lee Yokeley

Carolina Home Partners by eXp Realty License #333837

Carolina Home Partners by eXp Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,589

Year Built

  • Built in 1999

Lot Details

  • 11,326 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Cleared Lot
  • Property is zoned RS9

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,887 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Heat Pump System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Electric Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Porch
  • City Lot

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Turtle Creek Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 39
  • Assessor Parcel Number 6823308206
  • 1% Total Tax Rate

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,589

Year Built

Built in 1999

Lot Details

0.26 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Stick/Site Built
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.26
  • Lot Size: 11326
  • Subdivision Name: Turtle Creek
  • Directions: From W Clemmonsville Rd, turn left onto Old Salisbury Rd. Go 1.1 miles; turn left onto Meghan Elizabeth Ln, then right onto Tortoise Ln. House will be directly to the left.
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1453
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • Structure Type: House
  • Year Built: 1999
  • TRIADMLS_PrimaryOnMainYN: Yes
  • Idx Status: Sold
  • TRIADMLS_PorchYN: Yes
  • TRIADMLS_CityLimitsYN: Yes
  • TRIADMLS_BuiltInformation: Existing
  • TRIADMLS_FencedYN: Yes
  • TRIADMLS_LandDescription: Clear, Fence(s)
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Electric Water Heater
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island
  • Has Basement: Finished, Basement
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Living Area: 1887
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • TRIADMLS_FullBathsMain: 1
  • TRIADMLS_FixtureExceptionYN: No
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • TRIADMLS_FullBathsUpper: 1

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: City Lot, Cleared
  • Pool Features: None
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • TRIADMLS_PoolYN: No
  • Flood Zone: Not in Flood Zone

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage, Paved, Garage Door Opener, Basement, Garage Faces Side
  • Garage Description: Basement Garage, Side Load Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Connection, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Heating: Heat Pump, Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • TRIADMLS_HeatingFuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Electric

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 6823308206
  • Zoning: RS9

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2589
  • Tax Lot: 39
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • TRIADMLS_TaxRate: 1.1022

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 23, 2025
Closed on
Nov 20, 2025
Sold by
Owens Johnny L and Owens Elizabeth Yvette
Bought by
Livings William and Livings Rachael
Seller's Agent
Mona Lisa McCorkle
Call It Closed International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Lee Yokeley
Carolina Home Partners by eXp Realty
List Price
$309,900
Sold Price
$306,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,900
-1.26%
Views
59
Current Estimated Value
$301,634

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$4,366
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.53%
Original Mortgage
$256,000
Outstanding Balance
$255,518
Interest Rate
6.3%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$46,116

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 25, 2013
Closed on
May 29, 2014
Sold by
Foster Brian and Foster Erika
Bought by
Owens Johnny L
Seller's Agent
Ted Kelly
The Real Estate Works
Buyer's Agent
Ted Kelly
The Real Estate Works
List Price
$139,000
Sold Price
$138,300
Premium/Discount to List
-$700
-0.5%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.15%
Original Mortgage
$135,794
Interest Rate
4.32%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 15, 2007
Sold by
Montross Reid Christopher and Montross Lisa Ellen
Bought by
Foster Brian and Foster Erika

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$163,000
Interest Rate
6%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 10, 2003
Sold by
Brackett Nicole Deneen and Brackett John Kevin
Bought by
Montross Chris and Montross Lisa

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$137,250
Interest Rate
5.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 26, 2000
Sold by
Benchmark Building Co Inc
Bought by
Brackett John Kevin and Brackett Nicole Deneen

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$111,900
Interest Rate
7.5%
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Livings William $306,000 None Listed On Document
Owens Johnny L $139,000 None Available
Foster Brian $163,000 None Available
Montross Chris $152,500 --
Brackett John Kevin $140,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Livings William $256,000
Previous Owner Owens Johnny L $135,794
Previous Owner Owens Johnny L $4,073
Previous Owner Foster Brian $163,000
Previous Owner Montross Chris $137,250
Previous Owner Brackett John Kevin $111,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/24/2025 11/24/25 Sold $306,000 -1.3% $162 / Sq Ft
10/13/2025 10/13/25 Pending -- -- --
09/23/2025 09/23/25 For Sale $309,900 +124.1% $164 / Sq Ft
05/30/2014 05/30/14 Sold $138,300 -0.5% $81 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/20/2013 08/20/13 Pending -- -- --
01/25/2013 01/25/13 For Sale $139,000 -- $81 / Sq Ft
Source: Triad MLS

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $2,135 $234,900 $52,000 $182,900
2024 $2,038 $152,200 $38,000 $114,200
2023 $2,038 $152,200 $38,000 $114,200
2022 $2,000 $152,200 $38,000 $114,200
2021 $1,964 $152,200 $38,000 $114,200
2020 $1,859 $134,600 $27,000 $107,600
2019 $1,872 $134,600 $27,000 $107,600
2018 $1,778 $134,600 $27,000 $107,600
2016 $1,810 $137,537 $24,000 $113,537
2015 $1,782 $137,537 $24,000 $113,537
2014 $1,728 $137,537 $24,000 $113,537
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Triad MLS

MLS Number: 1196276

Triad MLS

APN: 6823-30-8206

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