Welcome to 3603 Grimes Avenue! This well maintained 3 bed | 2 bath BRICK RANCH with BASEMENT sitting on .7 acres offers timeless charm and solid construction with plenty of space to make your own. Main floor features 3 bed and full bath. Beautiful hardwoods throughout all bedrooms. Finished BASEMENT features rec room/flex space, full bath and attached GARAGE.
And quite possibly the real gem? The spacious 36x24 DETACHED 2 BAY GARAGE/WORKSHOP with attic storage that is fully wired with electricity — a perfect spot not only for additional garage space, but perfect for a he/she cave, creative studio, workshop, etc. Whether you're into woodworking, tinkering, or just need your own getaway space, this one checks the box.
While the interior hasn't been recently updated, it has a NEW HVAC (May '25), has been extremely well maintained and offers a great opportunity to add your personal touch. A rare find with space, functionality, and a workshop dream come true!
Sold for $400,000
$400,000
3603 Grimes Ave, Durham, NC 27703
3beds
2,182sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1969
0.7 Acres Lot
$390,700 Zestimate®
$183/sqft
$2,105 Estimated rent
Home value
$390,700
$363,000 - $422,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Misty Brown 919-426-6172,
B & B Team Realty,
John Brown 919-601-3589,
B & B Team Realty
Bought with:
Colin Anderson, 293918
Compass -- Chapel Hill - Durham
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10107114
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 170.82 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.6 x 11.7
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 147.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.4 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 113.3 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 10.3
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 135.7 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.8 x 11.5
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 9
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 237.69 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17.1 x 13.9
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 506 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23 x 22
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Heat Pump, Other, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Free-Standing Electric Range, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s), Shower Only, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Walk-In Shower
- Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum, Tile
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Finished,Walk-Out Access,Heated
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,182
- Total interior livable area: 2,182 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,391
- Finished area below ground: 790
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Attached Carport, Attached, Basement, Carport, Detached, Garage, Workshop in Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
- Carport spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 4
- Uncovered spaces: 2
- Details: Detached Garage
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: None
- Exterior features: Private Yard
Lot
- Size: 0.7 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Few Trees, Front Yard, Private, Partially Cleared
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 162485
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Fuel Tank(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1969
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Durham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $183/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $395,338
- Annual tax amount: $2,244
- Date on market: 7/3/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/28/2025 | Sold | $400,000-6.8%$183/sqft |
Source:  Doorify MLS #10107114 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2025 | Pending sale | $429,000$197/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10107114 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $429,000$197/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10107114 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,892 +20.3% | $395,338 +76.9% |
| 2024 | $2,404 +4.4% | $223,434 |
| 2023 | $2,302 +17.5% | $223,434 |
| 2022 | $1,960 | $223,434 |
| 2021 | $1,960 +2.3% | $223,434 |
| 2020 | $1,915 +1.2% | $223,434 |
| 2019 | $1,893 -7.7% | $223,434 +21.3% |
| 2018 | $2,052 | $184,192 |
| 2017 | -- | $184,192 |
| 2016 | $1,753 | $184,192 +12.6% |
| 2015 | $1,753 | $163,617 |
| 2014 | -- | $163,617 |
| 2013 | -- | $163,617 |
| 2012 | -- | $163,617 |
| 2011 | $1,384 +1.2% | $163,617 |
| 2010 | $1,368 +4.7% | $163,617 |
| 2009 | $1,306 | $163,617 |
| 2008 | $1,306 +28.2% | $163,617 +40.4% |
| 2007 | $1,019 | $116,566 |
| 2006 | $1,019 | $116,566 |
| 2005 | $1,019 +2.2% | $116,566 |
| 2004 | $997 | $116,566 |
| 2003 | -- | $116,566 |
| 2002 | $914 -13.3% | $116,566 +8.9% |
| 2000 | $1,054 | $107,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 27703
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Bethesda ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.2 mi
- 5/10Neal MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.8 mi
- 2/10Southern School of Energy and SustainabilityGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Durham - Bethesda Elementary
- Middle: Durham - Neal Middle
- High: Durham - Southern School of Energy and Sustainability
Source: Doorify MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- North Carolina
- Durham County
- Durham
- 27703
- 3603 Grimes Ave
