Contemporary New Construction Townhome in Prime Durham Location - Just Minutes from UNC & Duke! Step into refined living at 1038 Zelkova Lane, a beautifully crafted three-story townhome nestled in the highly desirable Twinleaf Townes community by TriPointe Homes. This modern residence boasts an open-concept layout that seamlessly blends the kitchen, dining, and living areas—perfect for both entertaining and everyday comfort. The chef-inspired kitchen features sleek cabinetry, premium finishes, and a spacious walk-in pantry for ample storage. The bathrooms are enhanced with rectangular undermount sinks and contemporary fixtures, adding a touch of luxury to daily routines. With its low-maintenance design and unbeatable location near both UNC and Duke, this home offers the perfect combination of style, convenience, and comfort. Ideally located just 0.5 miles from I-40, this home offers quick access to the entire Triangle area, including only 4 miles to UNC-Chapel Hill, 8 miles to Duke University, and a short drive to Downtown Durham, Southpoint Mall, and Research Triangle Park (RTP). Perfect for first-time homebuyers, downsizers, or investors, this townhome presents a rare opportunity to own in a luxury townhome community with unmatched convenience to top employers, universities, hospitals, and entertainment. Please note: The photos displayed are of a home in the community but feature the same floor plan.
New construction
Price cut: $4.2K (6/17)
$499,990
1038 Zelkova Ln, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
4beds
2,205sqft
Est.:
Townhouse, Residential
Built in 2025
1,742.4 Square Feet Lot
$500,000 Zestimate®
$227/sqft
$160/mo HOA
What's special
Contemporary fixturesPremium finishesChef-inspired kitchenSpacious walk-in pantryRectangular undermount sinksOpen-concept layoutSleek cabinetry
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 20, 2025 at 07:25am
Listed by:
Chris Carroll 919-308-9316,
Tri Pointe Homes Inc,
Shontavia Lee 919-949-2648,
Tri Pointe Homes Inc
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10096185

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Convection Oven, Disposal, Double Oven, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan
Features
- Bathtub/Shower Combination, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Smart Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower, Water Closet
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Tile
- Windows: Low-Emissivity Windows
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,205
- Total interior livable area: 2,205 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,205
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Concrete, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Rear
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 1,742.4 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: See public records
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Transitional
- Property subtype: Townhouse, Residential
Materials
- Batts Insulation, Blown-In Insulation, Fiber Cement, HardiPlank Type, Low VOC Paint/Sealant/Varnish
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: Yes
- Year built: 2025
- Major remodel year: 2025
Details
- Builder name: TriPointe Homes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Twinleaf Townes
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure, Storm Water Maintenance, Trash
- HOA fee: $160 monthly
Location
- Region: Chapel Hill
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $227/sqft
- Date on market: 5/14/2025
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