Welcome to 3816 Swarthmore Road - a home that's as stylish as it is versatile, and as welcoming as it is well-located. The kitchen is a showstopper, with stainless steel appliances, gleaming quartz countertops, a tile backsplash, and an open flow to the living area perfect for keeping the conversation going while dinner's on. In the living room, a statement fireplace takes center stage, while your eyes are drawn toward views of the expansive backyard. The primary suite? Let's just say it's huge—with a luxurious walk-in shower to match. The flexible floor plan adapts to your life, whether you need room for guests, hobbies, or a quiet workspace. Outside, the backyard is ready for good times: plenty of privacy, space for play, and a lower-level hot tub (new in 2022) for evenings soaking up the bubbles watching your favorite movie. Bonus: the oversized lot has the ideal layout for an ADU or that dream outbuilding you've been sketching on napkins. And when it's time to venture out, you're just minutes from Woodcroft Shopping Center: home to creative coffee drinks, local brews, and plenty of great eats. Around here, the only thing missing is you!
Stylish modern renovation of classic design is best of both worlds. Beautiful kitchen open to main living area. Quarts counters, s. s appliances, white cabinets, island sink, and tile back splash. Hardwood floors, beautiful fire place, recessed lighting, gorgeous master bath, spacious master bedroom with covered balcony deck. Large . 71 acre lot with mature hard wood trees, patios and outdoor spaces, 2 car garage and det. storage building! Fantastic SW Durham location close to schools, shopping, Duke, UNC!
TMLS #2259549
Jul 18, 2019
Sold
$426,000
$167/sq ft
Jun 23, 2019
Contingent
—
Jun 21, 2019
Relisted
—
Jun 5, 2019
Listed
$425,000
$166/sq ft
Jun 5, 2019
Listing Removed
—
+21
This gem has been Renovated & Updated! OPEN Concept, Lg Island, New Quartz Countertops, New SS Appliances, New 30 year ROOF, New HVAC, New Water Heater, New Fixtures, New sump Pump. Updated Kitichen and Bathrooms. The Main level has New Hardwood floors, Upstairs- Resurfaced Original Hardwood flooring, Lower Level- New Luxury Vinyl Plank, Freshly Painted, Mb balcony overlooks a LG backyard. Easy to RTP, UNC, DUKE, Downtown. So much Potential! This HOME is a must see!
Public Records
Jun 8, 2018
Sold
$231,000
$90/sq ft
TMLS #1641166
May 21, 2009
Sold
$228,000
$89/sq ft
Apr 10, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Jan 6, 2009
Listed
$233,900
$92/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 31, 2003
Sold
$173,000
$68/sq ft
TMLS #702641
Dec 31, 2003
Sold
$172,500
$68/sq ft
Aug 4, 2003
Listed
$179,900
$70/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,330 (+21.8%)
$222,300 + $315,407
$537,707
2024
$4,375 (+6.5%)
$222,300 + $315,407
$537,707
2023
$4,108 (+2.3%)
$85,450 + $228,162
$313,612
2022
$4,014 (+0.5%)
$85,450 + $228,162
$313,612
2021
$3,995 (+2.4%)
$85,450 + $228,162
$313,612
2020
$3,901
$85,450 + $228,162
$313,612
2019
$3,901 (+17.0%)
$85,450 + $228,162
$313,612
2018
$3,333 (+0.7%)
$59,815 + $185,926
$245,741
2017
$3,309 (+3.5%)
$59,815 + $185,926
$245,741
2016
$3,197 (−3.4%)
$59,815 + $185,926
$245,741
2014
$3,309 (+3.1%)
$57,889 + $181,193
$239,082
2013
$3,208 (+2.3%)
$57,889 + $181,193
$239,082
2012
$3,137 (+0.7%)
$57,889 + $181,193
$239,082
2011
$3,116
$57,889 + $181,193
$239,082
Tax history for 3816 Swarthmore Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,330 (+21.8%)
$222,300 + $315,407
$537,707
2024
$4,375 (+6.5%)
$222,300 + $315,407
$537,707
2023
$4,108 (+2.3%)
$85,450 + $228,162
$313,612
2022
$4,014 (+0.5%)
$85,450 + $228,162
$313,612
2021
$3,995 (+2.4%)
$85,450 + $228,162
$313,612
2020
$3,901
$85,450 + $228,162
$313,612
2019
$3,901 (+17.0%)
$85,450 + $228,162
$313,612
2018
$3,333 (+0.7%)
$59,815 + $185,926
$245,741
2017
$3,309 (+3.5%)
$59,815 + $185,926
$245,741
2016
$3,197 (−3.4%)
$59,815 + $185,926
$245,741
2014
$3,309 (+3.1%)
$57,889 + $181,193
$239,082
2013
$3,208 (+2.3%)
$57,889 + $181,193
$239,082
2012
$3,137 (+0.7%)
$57,889 + $181,193
$239,082
2011
$3,116
$57,889 + $181,193
$239,082
*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
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.71 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,448
Year built
1963
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Durham County
APN
135280
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
Sep 17, 2021 • Final
Mechanical
Install a factory-built fireplace with gas logs. Install the necessary gas piping and fuel lines.
Gas
Jan 4, 2021 • Final
Plumbing
Convert a single lavatory sink to a double lavatory sink and convert a bathtub to a shower stall.
Bathroom
Plumbing
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.
Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch
Foundation Details: Block
Exterior Features: Private Yard, Rain Gutters
Fencing: None
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Property information
Living Area: 2,554
Above Grade Finished Area: 1810.0
Below Grade Finished Area: 744.0
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Direction Faces: South
Levels: Multi/Split
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Land Information
Horse: No
Vegetation: Grassed
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.71
Lot Size Area: 0.71
Lot Size Square Feet: 30927.0
Lot Size Units: Acres
Zoning: RS-10
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: 4374.57
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Yes
Heating Information: Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Yes
Cooling Information: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
School Information
Elementary School: Durham - Murray Massenburg
Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Githens
High School: Durham - Jordan
Location Information
County Or Parish: Durham
Directions: From 15-501 South on Garrett Road, From Hope Valley Rd/ NC54 North on Garrett Road. Turn East on Swarthmore Drive, 12th house on your left.
Latitude: 35.934335
Longitude: -78.956544
Postal Code: 27707
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
Community Information
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,448
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.71 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1963
Year Renovated: —
County: Durham County
APN: 135280
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
Other
hidden custom fields
Laundry Room, Lower Level
Listing Date Information
Contract Status Change Date: 2026-02-16
Documents Change Timestamp: 2025-08-13T20:26:54Z
Photos Change Timestamp: 2025-10-27T18:06:41Z
Price Change Timestamp: 2025-11-06T17:37:59Z
Listing Price Information
Previous List Price: 650000.0
Around this home
Schools
Sherwood Githens Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.4mi
8/10
Charles E Jordan Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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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
$678,000 – $821,000
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