3815 Swarthmore Road

Closed 6/5/26

Last Sold Price

$640,000

3 beds2 baths2,404 sqft$266/sqft

3815 Swarthmore Rd, Durham, NC 27707

Description

At 3815 Swarthmore, even the view that greets you at the end of the driveway has a way of quietly improving your day. Big grassy yard. Mature trees. Dappled shade. Sometimes that's the whole pitch. But here, there's more to love beyond the backyard, including a light-filled sunroom that practically insists you slow down for a minute. The layout balances openness and separation in all the right places, with beautiful backyard views and room to spread out comfortably. Thoughtful built-ins throughout...At 3815 Swarthmore, even the view that greets you at the end of the driveway has a way of quietly improving your day. Big grassy yard. Mature trees. Dappled shade. Sometimes that's the whole pitch. But here, there's more to love beyond the backyard, including a light-filled sunroom that practically insists you slow down for a minute. The layout balances openness and separation in all the right places, with beautiful backyard views and room to spread out comfortably. Thoughtful built-ins throughout the home add both character and function, including a fantastic built-in desk workspace and living room shelving that nods to the home's era in the best possible way. Outside, perennials keep handing the seasons off to one another, while the Japanese maple out front steals the show twice a year. Multiple outdoor spaces make it just as easy to host friends as it is to disappear with a book for an hour, and the large two-car garage adds even more flexibility for storage, hobbies, projects, or gear. And then there's the location. Tucked into one of South Durham's most convenient pockets, you're minutes from all that Durham has to offer while still convenient to Chapel Hill and I-40 for commuting. Close to Hope Valley, the American Tobacco Trail, Duke Forest, and everyday essentials. Grab brunch at Guglhupf, dinner downtown, then come home to a neighborhood where evening walks are still part of the neighborhood rhythm.

LISTING CLOSED: 06/05/2026 12:00 AM

Listed by Kelly Lowry • Nest Realty of the Triangle

Property Details for 3815 Swarthmore Road

Status

Closed

MLS #

10167403

Taxes

$5,283 / year

HOA Fees

Condo/Co-op Fees

Property Type

Single Family

MLS Type

Residential / Single Family Residence

Year Built

1964

Lot Size

0.78 AC / 33,976 SF

County

Durham County

View

Yes

Subdivision

Amhurst

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Building Information for 3815 Swarthmore Road

Stories1Year Built1964Building Size-Lot Size0.78 AC / 33,976 SF

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$3,693 per month

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Principal and Interest

$3,253

Property Taxes

$440

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Property Information for 3815 Swarthmore Road

Summary

Location and General Information

Zoning: R-10
Directions: Hope Valley Rd South, to right on Swarthmore. House is on left

Subdivision Name: Amhurst
Latitude: 35.933601
Longitude: -78.956565
Road Surface Type: Paved

Taxes and HOA Information

Association: No
Tax Annual Amount: $5,283.26

City Limits Of: Durham
City Limits YN: Yes
Lot Number: 15-16
Restrictive Covenants YN: No

Contract Information

Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
Property Leased YN: No

Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
Due Diligence Expiration Date: 2026-05-26

School Information

Elementary School: Durham - Murray Massenburg Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Sherwood Githens Middle

High School: Durham - Charles E Jordan Sr High School

Parking

Parking Features: Driveway, Garage
Attached Garage: Yes

Garage Spaces: 2.0
Garage: Yes

Property

Lot Information

Building Area Total: 2404.0
Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped

Architectural Style: Ranch
Total Other Area Sq Ft: 0
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Parcel Number: 135305
Structure Type: House, Site Built
Enhanced Accessible: No
Primary Residence YN: Yes
Sold PriceList Price: 1.09

Property and Assessments

New Construction: No
Photos Count: 92

Above Grade Finished Area Source: Appraiser
Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Senior Community: No

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Water Source: Public
Water_Sewer: Public, Public Sewer, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Construction Materials: Brick Veneer
Exterior Features: Lighting, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage

Foundation Details: Permanent
Pool Private: No
Roof: Shingle
New Construction Type: Brick Veneer, House, Site Built

Interior Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1

Master Bedroom 1st Floor: 3
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log
Fireplace Y N: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 1
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Cooling: Central Air, Electric
Cooling?: Yes
Heating: Central, Fireplace(s), Forced Air
Heating?: Yes
Laundry Features: Main Level
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Walk-In Closet(s)
Interior: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Driveway, Garage, Brick Veneer, Main Level
Equipment: Main Level, Driveway, Garage

Room Information

Rooms Total: 9.0

Room 1

Room Dimensions: 19 x 14
Room Width: 14.0

Room Length: 19.0
Room Level: Main
Room Type: Primary Bedroom

Room 2

Room Dimensions: 12.4 x 13
Room Width: 13.0

Room Length: 12.4
Room Level: Main
Room Type: Bedroom 2

Room 3

Room Dimensions: 12.2 x 12
Room Width: 12.0

Room Length: 12.2
Room Level: Main
Room Type: Bedroom 3

Room 4

Room Dimensions: 15 x 21
Room Width: 21.0

Room Length: 15.0
Room Level: Main
Room Type: Family Room

Room 5

Room Dimensions: 15 x 8
Room Width: 8.0

Room Length: 15.0
Room Level: Main
Room Type: Entrance Hall

Room 6

Room Dimensions: 11.5 x 15.2
Room Width: 15.2

Room Length: 11.5
Room Level: Main
Room Type: Sunroom

Room 7

Room Dimensions: 15 x 12.8
Room Width: 12.8

Room Length: 15.0
Room Level: Main
Room Type: Dining Room

Room 8

Room Dimensions: 11 x 15
Room Width: 15.0

Room Length: 11.0
Room Level: Main
Room Type: Kitchen

Room 9

Room Dimensions: 8 x 15
Room Width: 15.0

Room Length: 8.0
Room Level: Main
Room Type: Breakfast Room

Agent

Sale and Listing

Property Type: Residential
Property Class Name: CrossProperty

Property History for 3815 Swarthmore Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Jun 5, 2026	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #10167403	$640,000	—
May 29, 2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1941808029	$640,000	+6.3% / yr
May 17, 2026	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #10167403		—
May 14, 2026	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #10167403	$587,000	—
Jun 21, 2018	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #624850197	$395,000	+4.6% / yr
Jun 21, 2018	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #2188773	$395,000	—
Jun 21, 2018	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #2188773		—
Jun 21, 2018	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #2188773	$395,000	—
Jun 20, 2018	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #2188773	$395,000	—
Jun 20, 2018	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #2188773		—
May 7, 2018	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #2188773		—
May 1, 2018	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #2188773	$390,000	—
May 1, 2018	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #2188773	$390,000	—
Jul 18, 2005	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #791685	$220,000	—
Jul 18, 2005	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #791685	$220,000	—
Jul 5, 2005	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #594943141	$220,000	—
Apr 29, 2005	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #791685		—
Mar 17, 2005	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #791685	$225,000	—
Mar 17, 2005	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #791685	$225,000	—
Apr 28, 1999	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #508947	$191,000	—
Apr 28, 1999	Sold AMLS #508947	$191,000	—
Apr 9, 1999	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #508947		—
Mar 18, 1999	Listed (Active) AMLS #508947	$195,000	—
Mar 18, 1999	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #508947	$195,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
06/05/2026	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #10167403	$640,000
05/29/2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1941808029	$640,000 +6.3% / yr
05/17/2026	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #10167403	—
05/14/2026	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #10167403	$587,000
06/21/2018	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #624850197	$395,000 +4.6% / yr
06/21/2018	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #2188773	$395,000
06/21/2018	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #2188773	—
06/21/2018	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #2188773	$395,000
06/20/2018	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #2188773	$395,000
06/20/2018	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #2188773	—
05/07/2018	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #2188773	—
05/01/2018	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #2188773	$390,000
05/01/2018	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #2188773	$390,000
07/18/2005	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #791685	$220,000
07/18/2005	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #791685	$220,000
07/05/2005	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #594943141	$220,000
04/29/2005	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #791685	—
03/17/2005	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #791685	$225,000
03/17/2005	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #791685	$225,000
04/28/1999	Sold TRIANGLEMLS #508947	$191,000
04/28/1999	Sold AMLS #508947	$191,000
04/09/1999	Pending TRIANGLEMLS #508947	—
03/18/1999	Listed (Active) AMLS #508947	$195,000
03/18/1999	Listed (Active) TRIANGLEMLS #508947	$195,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 3815 Swarthmore Road

Taxable ValueLand$231,400Additions$301,563Total$532,963

Tax Record2025$5,283 ($440 / month)

Home Facts

Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,414 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,414 SqFtStories1Lot Size33,977 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1964Year Renovated1964ZoningRS-10CountyDURHAMAPN135305

Schools near 3815 Swarthmore Road

This home is within Durham Public School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
7/10	Morehead Montessori	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	4.5 mi
8/10	Sherwood Githens Middle	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	1.6 mi
4/10	Charles E Jordan Sr High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	0.8 mi
9/10	Rogers-Herr Middle	Public - Choice school	6 to 8	3.0 mi
8/10	Durham School of Technology	Public - Choice school	9 to 13	3.2 mi
10/10	J D Clement Early College High School	Public - Nearby school	9 to 13	4.2 mi


Rating	School	Distance
7/10	Morehead Montessori PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	4.5 mi
8/10	Sherwood Githens Middle Public6 to 8 Serves this home	1.6 mi
4/10	Charles E Jordan Sr High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	0.8 mi
9/10	Rogers-Herr Middle Public6 to 8 Choice school	3.0 mi
8/10	Durham School of Technology Public9 to 13 Choice school	3.2 mi
10/10	J D Clement Early College High School Public9 to 13 Nearby school	4.2 mi

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 3815 Swarthmore Road, Durham, NC 27707	$640,000	3	2	2,404	33,976
3809 Swarthmore Road, Durham, NC 27707	$610,000	3	3	2,337	33,105
3818 Swarthmore Road, Durham, NC 27707	–	–	–	–	436
3 Winthrop Court, Durham, NC 27707	–	4	3	2,208	35,284
3816 Swarthmore Road, Durham, NC 27707	$635,000	4	3	2,554	30,927
3823 Swarthmore Road, Durham, NC 27707	–	3	3	2,964	24,829
2 Winthrop Court, Durham, NC 27707	–	3	3	1,885	22,651
3812 Swarthmore Road, Durham, NC 27707	$405,000	4	3	2,327	20,691
3803 Swarthmore Road, Durham, NC 27707	–	4	3	3,019	23,522
4 Winthrop Court, Durham, NC 27707	$361,500	5	3	3,149	32,670
4209 Malvern Road, Durham, NC 27707	$244,000	4	3	2,380	21,344
1 Winthrop Court, Durham, NC 27707	$432,500	4	3	2,325	21,562
0 Malvern Road, Durham, NC 27707	$47,000	–	–	–	18,295
3824 Swarthmore Road, Durham, NC 27707	$302,000	3	2	1,576	20,473

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