201 Helmsdale Dr Chapel Hill, NC 27517
The Oaks NeighborhoodEstimated payment $6,069/month
Total Views
382
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,796
Sq Ft
$357
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Deck
- Partially Wooded Lot
- Clubhouse
- Forest View
- Traditional Architecture
About This Home
SHORT WALK OR BIKE TO THE COUNTRY CLUB! Tucked away on a serene cul-de-sac in The Oaks, this inviting home blends comfort, charm, and thoughtful updates. Wake up to a warm, sunny eat-in kitchen featuring Viking and KitchenAid stainless steel appliances—perfect for the home chef. Site-finished hardwood floors grace the entry, living, dining, and kitchen areas, creating a warm and cohesive feel throughout.
The living room centers around a wood-burning fireplace with a gas starter bar—ideal for cozy evenings. An office nook off the kitchen leads to the laundry area, providing a quiet space for remote work or daily planning.
The spacious main-level primary suite boasts his and hers walk-in closets and a beautifully remodeled bath with twin vanities, soaking tub, walk-in shower, and linen closet. Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms plus a third bedroom or office, all sharing a recently renovated Jack and Jill bath. Ample storage is available, including a large walk-in closet in the guest room and additional storage on the second-floor landing. Step outside to a private deck off the kitchen dining area—perfect for outdoor dining or entertaining. Professionally landscaped garden features a brick pavers, outdoor landscape lighting, gravel path, and custom fire pit area with all-weather night lighting. A full irrigation system with new controls keeps the lawn and gardens lush and vibrant.
Recent updates include a new roof (2015) and a new downstairs HVAC unit (Fall 2024). Fresh interior paint throughout means this home is truly move-in ready.
Located less than 10 minutes from UNC's main campus and close to shopping, dining, and grocery favorites like Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Harris Teeter, and more Owner/Seller - active, licensed NC Realtor.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,542
Year Built
- Built in 1995 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 0.35 Acre Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- Property has an invisible fence for dogs
- Privacy Fence
- Wood Fence
- Native Plants
- Corner Lot
- Rectangular Lot
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
- Partially Wooded Lot
- Many Trees
- Garden
HOA Fees
- $8 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Pad
- Inside Entrance
- Side Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Private Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
Property Views
- Forest
- Garden
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Architectural Shingle Roof
- HardiePlank Type
Interior Spaces
- 2,796 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Bookcases
- Crown Molding
- Smooth Ceilings
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Chandelier
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Plantation Shutters
- Wood Frame Window
- Window Screens
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Crawl Space
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Built-In Electric Oven
- Built-In Self-Cleaning Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Down Draft Cooktop
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Dual Closets
- Walk-In Closet
- Double Vanity
- Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Laundry in Kitchen
- Washer and Dryer
- Sink Near Laundry
Attic
- Attic Fan
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
- Unfinished Attic
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Accessible Home Design
- Accessible Full Bathroom
- Visitor Bathroom
- Accessible Bedroom
- Accessible Kitchen
- Accessible Closets
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Fire Pit
- Exterior Lighting
Schools
- Creekside Elementary School
- Githens Middle School
- Jordan High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Underground Utilities
- Natural Gas Connected
- Gas Water Heater
- High Speed Internet
- Satellite Dish
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Smart Irrigation
- Property is near a golf course
- Grass Field
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 7080808460
Community Details
Overview
- Oaks Villas Owners Association, Phone Number (919) 886-1620
- The Oaks Subdivision
Amenities
- Clubhouse
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Tennis Courts
- Community Pool
Map
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,372 | $530,098 | $201,750 | $328,348 |
| 2023 | $7,020 | $530,098 | $201,750 | $328,348 |
| 2022 | $6,595 | $530,098 | $201,750 | $328,348 |
| 2021 | $6,553 | $530,098 | $201,750 | $328,348 |
| 2020 | $6,659 | $530,098 | $201,750 | $328,348 |
| 2019 | $6,659 | $530,098 | $201,750 | $328,348 |
| 2018 | $6,109 | $467,792 | $178,212 | $289,580 |
| 2017 | $5,969 | $467,792 | $178,212 | $289,580 |
| 2016 | $5,915 | $467,792 | $178,212 | $289,580 |
| 2015 | $5,694 | $432,282 | $80,399 | $351,883 |
| 2014 | $5,694 | $432,282 | $80,399 | $351,883 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/09/2025 08/09/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/08/2025 08/08/25 | For Sale | $998,900 | -- | $357 / Sq Ft |
Source: Doorify MLS
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $480,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $480,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $366,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $324,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $360,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Closed | $360,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $426,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $245,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $118,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $126,350 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
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Source: Doorify MLS
MLS Number: 10113926
APN: 140528
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