Beautiful mid-century split-level in highly sought-after SW Durham. Minutes from downtown and shopping. Easy access to 15-501 and Chapel Hill. Modern upgrades throughout. Renovated kitchen 2018. Refinished hardwood floors 2018. All new carpet downstairs 2018. Screened in porch 2016. Upgraded deck 2016. New garage door openers 2020. Modern appliances and smart home technology. USB and outlets on new kitchen island. Modern wood fence in backyard with screened back deck for entertaining. Come and see!
Single-familyProperty Type
1965Year Built
0.47 acresLot Size
$250Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by JT Lafferty• My Dog Tess, Inc.
Bought with Erin Robertson• HomeSmart Expert Realty
Have you been searching for a home in sought-after SW Durham for under $260K? Here it is, ready for you to move in by year's end! Everything has been updated already for you including Roof, HVAC, Water Heater, Windows, Carpet, Paint, and Appliances! HWs thru 2nd floor! Enjoy nearly 1/2 acre lot, w/ fenced yard, expansive deck, & addt covered deck - just perfect for entertaining! Over 2300 SF that's set up perfectly for multi-generational living, in-home office/playroom. $400 home warr incl! Welcome!
TMLS #2002039
Nov 1, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Aug 3, 2015
Price Changed
$260,000
$112/sq ft
Jul 23, 2015
Price Changed
$269,980
$116/sq ft
Jul 2, 2015
Price Changed
$270,000
$116/sq ft
Jun 16, 2015
Price Changed
$280,000
$120/sq ft
Apr 17, 2015
Listed
$288,400
$124/sq ft
TMLS #1891963
Oct 3, 2013
Pending
—
Sep 25, 2013
Relisted
—
Sep 20, 2013
Pending
—
Sep 3, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Sep 3, 2013
Price Changed
$259,800
$112/sq ft
Aug 18, 2013
Price Changed
$264,800
$114/sq ft
Jul 8, 2013
Price Changed
$269,400
$116/sq ft
Jun 8, 2013
Price Changed
$272,240
$117/sq ft
May 22, 2013
Listed
$274,800
$118/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 3, 2013
Sold
$138,000
$59/sq ft
TMLS #1871800
Apr 3, 2013
Sold
$137,000
$59/sq ft
Apr 3, 2013
Sold
$137,000
$59/sq ft
Feb 8, 2013
Pending
—
Feb 4, 2013
Price Changed
$99,900
$43/sq ft
Feb 1, 2013
Listed
$121,200
$52/sq ft
Feb 1, 2013
Listed
$99,900
$43/sq ft
TMLS #1710591
Jun 7, 2010
Listing Removed
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Feb 27, 2010
Listed
$165,000
$71/sq ft
TMLS #1685120
Feb 17, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Sep 10, 2009
Listed
$209,900
$90/sq ft
TMLS #741938
Aug 23, 2004
Sold
$192,500
$83/sq ft
May 3, 2004
Listed
$195,500
$84/sq ft
TMLS #726564
May 3, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Jan 31, 2004
Listed
$206,000
$89/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,848 (+11.2%)
$192,400 + $296,645
$489,045
2024
$4,359 (+6.5%)
$192,400 + $296,645
$489,045
2023
$4,093 (+2.4%)
$74,000 + $238,478
$312,478
2022
$3,996 (+0.5%)
$73,750 + $238,482
$312,232
2021
$3,978 (+2.4%)
$73,750 + $238,482
$312,232
2020
$3,884
$73,750 + $238,482
$312,232
2019
$3,884 (+9.9%)
$73,750 + $238,482
$312,232
2018
$3,534 (+0.7%)
$51,625 + $208,863
$260,488
2017
$3,507 (+6.3%)
$51,625 + $208,863
$260,488
2016
$3,300 (−17.1%)
$51,625 + $202,074
$253,699
2014
$3,979 (+3.2%)
$43,536 + $243,920
$287,456
2013
$3,857 (+2.3%)
$43,536 + $243,920
$287,456
2012
$3,771 (+0.7%)
$43,536 + $243,920
$287,456
2011
$3,747
$43,536 + $243,920
$287,456
Tax history for 3812 Swarthmore Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,848 (+11.2%)
$192,400 + $296,645
$489,045
2024
$4,359 (+6.5%)
$192,400 + $296,645
$489,045
2023
$4,093 (+2.4%)
$74,000 + $238,478
$312,478
2022
$3,996 (+0.5%)
$73,750 + $238,482
$312,232
2021
$3,978 (+2.4%)
$73,750 + $238,482
$312,232
2020
$3,884
$73,750 + $238,482
$312,232
2019
$3,884 (+9.9%)
$73,750 + $238,482
$312,232
2018
$3,534 (+0.7%)
$51,625 + $208,863
$260,488
2017
$3,507 (+6.3%)
$51,625 + $208,863
$260,488
2016
$3,300 (−17.1%)
$51,625 + $202,074
$253,699
2014
$3,979 (+3.2%)
$43,536 + $243,920
$287,456
2013
$3,857 (+2.3%)
$43,536 + $243,920
$287,456
2012
$3,771 (+0.7%)
$43,536 + $243,920
$287,456
2011
$3,747
$43,536 + $243,920
$287,456
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.48 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,025
Year built
1965
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Durham County
APN
135281
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
RS-10
F/J-B
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.
Zone overlays
Watershed Protection Overlay - Falls/Jordan District B
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Community / recreation center
Dec 22, 2025 • Final
Building
Remove an existing load-bearing wall and replace it with an I-beam.
Remodel
Feb 21, 2024 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
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
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 4
Interior Features
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Wood Burning
Fireplaces Total: 1
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick Veneer, Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 2327.0
Structure Type: Site Built
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Slab
Property information
Above Grade Finished Area: 2327.0
Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
Levels: Multi/Split
Ownership Type: Other
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.48
Lot Size Area: 0.48
Lot Size Dimensions: see plat map
Lot Size Square Feet: 20691.0
Lot Size Units: Acres
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: 3884.0
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Yes
Heating Information: Natural Gas
Cooling: Yes
Cooling Information: Central Air
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
Association Fee: 0.0
Association Fee 2: 0.0
School Information
Elementary School: Durham - Creekside
Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Githens
High School: Durham - Jordan
Location Information
County Or Parish: Durham
Directions: Take I40W to 751 Exit. Turn Right onto 751. Follow to Garret Road and turn Left. Turn Right onto Swarthmore. Home is located on the left.
Latitude: 35.934291
Longitude: -78.956164
Postal Code: 27707
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,025
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.48 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1965
Year Renovated: —
County: Durham County
APN: 135281
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
Other
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2020-08-12
Documents Change Timestamp: 2024-06-17T20:51:54Z
Around this home
Schools
Sherwood Githens Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
8/10
Charles E Jordan Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
4/10
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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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$553,000 – $670,000
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