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 on 08/28/25
$400,000
3603 Grimes Ave, Durham, NC 27703
3beds
2,182sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1969
0.7 Acres Lot
$396,900 Zestimate®
$183/sqft
$2,218 Estimated rent
Home value
$396,900
$373,000 - $421,000
$2,218/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 28, 2025 at 01:09am
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
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Heat Pump, Propane, Other
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Free-Standing Electric Range, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Bathtub/Shower Combination, Shower Only, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
- Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum, Tile
- Basement: Exterior Entry, Finished, Heated, Walk-Out Access
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, Attached Carport, Basement, Carport, Detached, Garage, Workshop in Garage
- Attached 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
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 0.70 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Few Trees, Front Yard, Partially Cleared, Private
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 162485
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch, Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
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 & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Durham
- Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/28/2025 | Sold | $400,000-6.8%$183/sqft |
Source:  Doorify MLS #10107114 | ||
| 7/25/2025 | Pending sale | $429,000$197/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10107114 | ||
| 7/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $429,000$197/sqft |
Source: Doorify MLS #10107114 | ||
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 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 27703
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Bethesda ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.2 mi
- 5/10Neal MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.8 mi
- 1/10Southern School of Energy and SustainabilityGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Durham - Bethesda
- Middle: Durham - Neal
- High: Durham - Southern
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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Estimated market value
$396,900
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