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About this home
Fully remodeled and move-in ready, this 4-bedroom home in highly sought-after Garrett Farms sits on a spacious one-third-acre lot with 2,003 square feet of stylish, updated living space. Step inside to find brand-new flooring and fresh paint throughout, creating a bright, modern feel. The completely renovated kitchen features updated cabinetry, sleek quartz countertops, and contemporary finishes--great for both everyday living and entertaining. The spacious primary suite serves as a true retreat, highlighted by a beautifully remodeled spa-inspired bathroom with high-end finishes and thoughtful design. Three additional bedrooms provide flexible space for guests, family, or a home office. Outside, enjoy a private wooded backyard that creates a peaceful setting with plenty of room to relax, entertain, garden, or play. Garrett Farms is one of Durham's most desirable neighborhoods, known for its strong sense of community and exceptional amenities including a pool, summer swim team, tennis courts, playground, neighborhood events, food trucks, and holiday celebrations throughout the year. Convenient to Duke, UNC, and RTP, this home has a wonderful combination of modern updates, convenience, and community living.
Single-familyProperty Type
1987Year Built
0.34 acresLot Size
$292Price/Sq.Ft.
$81/moHOA Dues
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Craig Tribus• BEYCOME BROKERAGE REALTY LLC
North Garrett Road, located between I-40 and NC-54, is a suburban and commuter-friendly Durham neighborhood with wooded pockets and low-slung apartment communities. The neighborhood’s energy concentrates around the NC-54 & Fayetteville Road crossroads, where plazas, patios, and steady traffic set a practical, on-the-go rhythm. Nearby, The Streets at Southpoint frames the area’s retail-and-dining gravity with broad promenades and big storefronts. AMC DINE-IN Southpoint 17 adds a night-out anchor beyond shopping. Architecture leans contemporary and late-20th-century, with landscaped setbacks and green buffers. Side roads and trail links point toward Jordan Lake–style outdoors without leaving town.
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Offer insights
3417 Cottonwood Dr · $585,000
$583K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $583K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
69 days
The average home goes pending in 40 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.4%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Carpet, ceramic tile and hardwood flooring
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom
Flooring
Carpet
Ceramic tile
Hardwood
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating (natural gas)
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Shingle roof
Block and brick/mortar foundation
Lot approximately 0.34 acres
Publicly maintained road frontage
Home design
Single-family house
Two levels
Parking
Attached garage (1 garage space)
Total 2 parking spaces
Construction
Fiber cement, lap siding and Masonite exterior materials
Shingle roof
Block and brick/mortar foundation
Built as a house (living area about 2,003)
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
HOA & community
Community association (CAS) with annual fee of $968
Association fee includes: none
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Don't miss this opportunity to own a home in sought-after Garrett Farms—just a short stroll to the neighborhood pool , playground , and tennis courts . This traditional floor plan features a welcoming living room with built-in bookcases and a masonry fireplace , perfect for cozy evenings. The foyer and dining room are enhanced with hardwood floors . The kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, including a self-cleaning oven, microwave, dishwasher, and refrigerator, along with a charming bay window in the eat-in area. Step through the French doors to a spacious deck, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. While this home is not move in ready make sure you bring your paintbrush and design ideas to truly make this home yours. Fantastic opportunity for sweat equity!
Public Records
Nov 1, 2021
Sold
$430,000
$215/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 28, 2006
Sold
$230,000
$115/sq ft
TMLS #831254
May 1, 2006
Sold
$229,900
$115/sq ft
Feb 16, 2006
Listing Removed
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Oct 26, 2005
Listed
$229,900
$115/sq ft
Wonderful opportunity to live in the ever popular Garrett Farms. Expansion possibility, walk in attic space could be finished as 4th bedroom or bonus. Pool, tennis, clubhouse, playground all included in HOA. Lots of updates: kitchen floor, carpet, ceramic tile, refinished hardwood floors, microwave, shower enclosure, etc. Easy to show and sell.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,397 (+38.5%)
$197,650 + $346,797
$544,447
2024
$3,897 (+6.5%)
$197,650 + $346,797
$544,447
2023
$3,659 (+2.3%)
$73,865 + $205,479
$279,344
2022
$3,575 (+0.5%)
$73,865 + $205,479
$279,344
2021
$3,559 (+2.4%)
$73,865 + $205,479
$279,344
2020
$3,475
$73,865 + $205,479
$279,344
2019
$3,475 (−1.8%)
$73,865 + $205,479
$279,344
2018
$3,537 (+0.7%)
$67,150 + $193,629
$260,779
2017
$3,511 (+3.5%)
$67,150 + $193,629
$260,779
2016
$3,393 (+0.4%)
$67,150 + $193,629
$260,779
2014
$3,378 (+3.1%)
$62,050 + $182,016
$244,066
2013
$3,275 (+2.3%)
$62,050 + $182,016
$244,066
2012
$3,202 (+0.7%)
$62,050 + $182,016
$244,066
2011
$3,181
$62,050 + $182,016
$244,066
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.34 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,884
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,884
Year built
1987
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Durham County
APN
139179
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jan 29, 2026.
RS-20
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
Aug 28, 2019 • Final
Mechanical
HVAC
Aug 28, 2019 • Final
Electrical
Reconnect heating and air conditioning equipment for a system changeout. Work includes two central air conditioning units.
Electrical
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.
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 106° 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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Historical weather
Durham, NC • 27707
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 11% for direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.7 hrs
5.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 3417 Cottonwood Dr
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $452,000 and $670,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $452K to $670K.