3903 Swarthmore Rd is a 1,854 square foot house on a 0.66 acre lot with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Based on Redfin's Durham data, we estimate the home's value is $472,001.
Single-familyProperty Type
1971Year Built
0.66 acresLot Size
$255Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Source:Public Records
Redfin Estimate
$472,001
$3,000 since July
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 13.4% lower than the average sale price ($545K) of 6 comparable homes.
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,476 (+14.1%)
$215,800 + $235,730
$451,530
2024
$3,923 (+6.5%)
$215,800 + $235,730
$451,530
2023
$3,684 (+2.3%)
$83,050 + $198,162
$281,212
2022
$3,599 (+0.5%)
$83,050 + $198,162
$281,212
2021
$3,582 (+2.4%)
$83,050 + $198,162
$281,212
2020
$3,498
$83,050 + $198,162
$281,212
2019
$3,498 (+8.3%)
$83,050 + $198,162
$281,212
2018
$3,231 (+0.7%)
$58,135 + $180,039
$238,174
2017
$3,207 (+3.5%)
$58,135 + $180,039
$238,174
2016
$3,098 (−5.7%)
$58,135 + $180,039
$238,174
2014
$3,285 (+3.1%)
$54,826 + $182,515
$237,341
2013
$3,185 (+2.3%)
$54,826 + $182,515
$237,341
2012
$3,114 (+0.7%)
$54,826 + $182,515
$237,341
2011
$3,094
$54,826 + $182,515
$237,341
Tax history for 3903 Swarthmore Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,476 (+14.1%)
$215,800 + $235,730
$451,530
2024
$3,923 (+6.5%)
$215,800 + $235,730
$451,530
2023
$3,684 (+2.3%)
$83,050 + $198,162
$281,212
2022
$3,599 (+0.5%)
$83,050 + $198,162
$281,212
2021
$3,582 (+2.4%)
$83,050 + $198,162
$281,212
2020
$3,498
$83,050 + $198,162
$281,212
2019
$3,498 (+8.3%)
$83,050 + $198,162
$281,212
2018
$3,231 (+0.7%)
$58,135 + $180,039
$238,174
2017
$3,207 (+3.5%)
$58,135 + $180,039
$238,174
2016
$3,098 (−5.7%)
$58,135 + $180,039
$238,174
2014
$3,285 (+3.1%)
$54,826 + $182,515
$237,341
2013
$3,185 (+2.3%)
$54,826 + $182,515
$237,341
2012
$3,114 (+0.7%)
$54,826 + $182,515
$237,341
2011
$3,094
$54,826 + $182,515
$237,341
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning and permits
Zoning
Permits
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 7, 2021 • Final
Mechanical
Install a natural gas line and fuel lines for a generator.
Gas
Generator
Sep 7, 2021 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Generator
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
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
# of Bathroom Fixtures: 8
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Package
Heating Type: Package
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 5
Exterior
Exterior Information
Building Style Type: Ranch
Construction Type: Wood
Building Construction Quality: Average
Exterior Wall: Brick Veneer
Roof Framing Type: Wood
Roof Shape Type: Wood Truss
Building Type: Residential
Property Information
Subdivision Name: SOUTHWOOD FOREST SEC 3
Living Sq. Ft: 1,854
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 1,847
Building Sq. Ft: 1,854
# of Stories: 1
Legal Description: SOUTHWOOD FRST/SEC:03/LT#11A
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Type: Attached Carport
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 502
Garage / Carport Type: Attached Carport
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 28,750
Legal Lot Number: 11A
Municipality Name: CNTY-DRHM/CITY-DURHAM
Acres: 0.66
Depth Footage: 170
Front Footage: 170
Zoning Code: RS-10
County Use Description: RES/ 1-FAMILY
Utility Information
Sewer Type: Public
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,854
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.66 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1971
Year Renovated: —
County: Durham County
APN: 136514
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
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, 16 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
$449,000 – $543,000
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