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.
Single-familyProperty Type
1982Year Built
0.28 acresLot Size
$281Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Lisa Ellis• Real Estate By Design
Bought with Johnny May• Nest Realty of the Triangle
Est. $2,055 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 5711 Lake Elton Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
TMLS #10160822
Jul 7, 2026
Sold
$415,000
$281/sq ft
Apr 29, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 17, 2026
Listed
$415,000
$281/sq ft
TMLS #1960013
Jul 15, 2014
Listed
$169,500
$115/sq ft
Jul 15, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Public Records
Mar 26, 1997
Sold
$119,000
$81/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 29, 1992
Sold
$97,000
$66/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,720 (+27.0%)
$96,384 + $278,860
$375,244
2024
$2,929 (+6.5%)
$96,384 + $278,860
$375,244
2023
$2,750 (+2.3%)
$48,037 + $161,913
$209,950
2022
$2,687 (+0.5%)
$48,037 + $161,913
$209,950
2021
$2,675 (+2.4%)
$48,037 + $161,913
$209,950
2020
$2,612
$48,037 + $161,913
$209,950
2019
$2,612 (+23.8%)
$48,037 + $161,913
$209,950
2018
$2,110 (+0.7%)
$32,025 + $123,522
$155,547
2017
$2,094 (+3.5%)
$32,025 + $123,522
$155,547
2016
$2,023 (−14.5%)
$32,025 + $123,522
$155,547
2014
$2,365 (+3.1%)
$27,877 + $142,990
$170,867
2013
$2,293 (+2.3%)
$27,877 + $142,990
$170,867
2012
$2,242 (+0.7%)
$27,877 + $142,990
$170,867
2011
$2,227
$27,877 + $142,990
$170,867
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,441
Year built
1982
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Durham County
APN
155040
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 18, 2026.
RS-10
Residential Suburban Districts
The RS Districts are established to provide for orderly suburban residential development and redevelopment. A limited number of nonresidential uses are allowed, subject to the restrictions necessary to preserve the character of the suburban neighborhood. Multifamily development is permitted in areas designated RS-M, which should have convenient access to arterial streets and nearby civic, commercial or employment uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Community / recreation center
Jan 19, 2023 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
HVAC
Jan 19, 2023 • Final
Mechanical
Replace a heat pump system in the crawlspace serving the whole house.
Heat pump
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Concrete, Driveway, Parking Pad
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Yes
Heating Information: Central, Forced Air
Cooling: Yes
Cooling Information: Central Air
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
Association Amenities: None
Location Information
County Or Parish: Durham
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.
Latitude: 35.919661
Longitude: -78.897254
Postal Code: 27713
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Community Information
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,441
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1982
Year Renovated: —
County: Durham County
APN: 155040
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 18, 2026
Other
hidden custom fields
Laundry Room, Main Level
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2026-07-07
Documents Change Timestamp: 2026-04-17T17:00:24Z
Photos Change Timestamp: 2026-04-17T13:42:54Z
Around this home
Schools
Pearsontown Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
6/10
Lowe's Grove Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
2/10
Hillside High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
2/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Durham, NC • 27713
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Sun exposure
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 7% for direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.7 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$394,000 – $477,000
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