Garrett
Suburban Neighborhood in Durham, North Carolina
Durham County 27705, 27707
Homes for everyone
“You can find almost any price range in this market,” says Wendy Tanson, a Realtor with Nest Realty, who lives in the area. “From older properties on larger lots to upscale executive homes on manicured lawns.” While prices vary, typical Garrett properties hover in the $600,000s and $700,000s, with options like single-family homes, town houses and condos. Common styles in the area include Colonial Revival, ranch-style and Craftsman-style.
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Duke Forest and Sandy Creek Park
Garrett may be part of the city, but it’s surrounded by plenty of parks and green spaces that offer a serene escape for locals. Duke Forest, managed by Duke University research teams and students, is just north of the area and spans over 7,000 acres. Sandy Creek Park is a natural resource park within Durham’s city system and provides over 100 acres of walking trails and picnic shelters. The prestigious Duke University Golf Club is an especially popular attraction for locals, where you can book a tee time and take lessons on the club’s sprawling courses.
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Private and public schools
Most of Garrett’s schools are private and teach prekindergarten students all the way up to high school. Durham Academy on the eastern side prides itself on its philanthropy and encourages community participation among its students. In the northern section, Hope Creek Academy offers students small group and individualized instruction, so their education is tailored to their unique needs. Public school students are zoned for the Durham Public School District and can attend Forest View Elementary School, which gets a B-plus from Niche. Then, they can attend Sherwood Githens Middle School, which Niche gives a B, before attending J.D. Clement Early College High School, which Niche gives an A. Students of J.D. Clement not only graduate with a high school diploma, but also may have enough college credit to enter university as a junior.Enjoying the arts
Those looking for entertainment to end the day can take a trip to Durham Performing Arts Center just 5 miles north to catch a touring Broadway production or live concert. Or they can get to know fellow locals at Durham’s annual events like the Bull City Comedy Festival and the Full Frame Documentary Film Festival.Duke University and beyond
As a neighborhood of Durham, Garrett is close to the city’s most attractive destinations and amenities. With Duke University less than 5 miles away, students living in Garrett stay close to the class and residents can reach Duke Hospital and enjoy campus amenities like athletic stadiums, museums and gardens. Research Triangle Park, a major regional employer where the Triangle area gets its name, is 20 minutes away.
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Pick up the essentials at New Hope Commons
Durham-Chapel Hill Boulevard is where residents can find all their shopping destinations. This long stretch of road on Garrett’s southeast side houses a variety of grocers, chain restaurants, repair shops and boutiques. Drive south towards the intersection, and you’ll reach New Hope Commons, the area’s signature commercial center with 22 stores, including well-known retailers like Walmart Supercenter and Marshall’s. Or head north up the boulevard toward Westgate Shopping Center to find Target and Sam’s Club. Both shopping hubs also feature local eateries, so take a break from shopping and grab a bite at Namu for Korean fare to the south or Pure Soul up north for a host of vegan sandwiches.
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Written By
Elizabeth DeVido
Photography Contributed By
Viktor Zagorevskiy
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Steed Rollins
Steed Rollins
Peak, Swirles & Cavallito
(984) 205-9209
63 Total Sales
5 in Garrett
$260K - $897K Price Range
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Vicki Diprofio
Vicki Diprofio
DiProfio Homes
(984) 205-8941
116 Total Sales
2 in Garrett
$450K - $506K Price Range
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Dave Wylie
Dave Wylie
Compass -- Chapel Hill - Durham
(252) 375-8626
175 Total Sales
1 in Garrett
$300,000 Price
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Susana Yourcheck
Susana Yourcheck
Flex Realty
(667) 802-1404
209 Total Sales
5 in Garrett
$70K - $560K Price Range
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Leigh Ann Rasberry
Leigh Ann Rasberry
Rasberry Realty LLC
(877) 845-7388
62 Total Sales
2 in Garrett
$585K - $600K Price Range
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Becky Belk
Becky Belk
Keller Williams Realty United
(877) 760-4019
106 Total Sales
1 in Garrett
$780,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Burlington Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Hollow Rock Nature Park
- Trails
- Botanical Gardens
Cornwallis Road Park
Sandy Creek Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Morreene Road Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Old Chapel Hill Road Park
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
- Soccer
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Garrett | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Garrett Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Garrett, Durham sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Garrett, Durham over the last 12 months is $640,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$625,000
Median Sale Price
$640,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$703,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$299,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$565,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
134
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$266
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,936
Number of Homes for Sale
26
Median Year Built
1989
Months of Supply
2.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,723
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,576
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,316
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
703
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
17,424
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,726
Median Age
41
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$92,751
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$127,431
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.1%
College Graduates
73.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
44.2%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
27
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
9
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
21
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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