

In the early 1980's the area now known as Garrett Farms had one beautiful old farmhouse and a few out-buildings. There were a few horses, some tobacco growing in the summertime, along with corn and some rows of vegetables. Over the last 20 years, Garrett Farms have become a highly successful and beautiful subdivision in Durham.
In the early 1980's the area now known as Garrett Farms had one beautiful old farmhouse and a few out-buildings. There were a few horses, some tobacco growing in the summertime, along with corn and some rows of vegetables. Over the last 20 years, Garrett Farms have become a highly successful and beautiful subdivision in Durham.
Most homes in Garrett Farms were built from the mid-1980's to the late 1990's. Homes spread across rolling hills and winding streets. Garrett Farms is larger than it might first appear. The winding streets create a sense of intimacy. The area does not feel densely populated. The lots feature mature trees and landscaping.
Garrett Farms is bordered by Garrett Road, Pickett Road and is very near 15-501, which is the major thoroughfare between Durham and Chapel Hill. All of Garrett Farms is in Durham County, although the western most part of the subdivision is close to the Orange County line.
Homes in Garrett Farms generally fall in the price range of $175,000 to $350,000. Homes generally fall between 2,500 and 3,500 square feet.
Homes in Garrett Farms are situated on lots ranging from .3 to .6 acres. Some lots back-up to Corps of Engineer reserve land on which homes will never be built.
Garrett Farms has a nice community pool, tennis courts, playground and clubhouse, the cost of being a member is included in the HOA annual dues.
Garrett Farms is approximately 10 minutes from Duke University, 20 minutes from Research Triangle Park, 25 minutes to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, 15 minutes to Chapel Hill. It is approximately 15 minutes to SouthPoint Mall, the major mall in this area.
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