Samantha Greaves

Samantha Greaves

Broker, REALTOR®

Education

University of the Arts - Bachelor of Fine Arts



Client Testimonials

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★★★★★
"What Samantha does is WAY beyond what you think a realtor can do. My spouse and I have worked with Samantha on two separate real estate transactions. We’re convinced she’s the best in the biz. She helped us exceed our expectations when both buying and selling a house. That’s amazing, and before working with Samantha I would have said that’s all we cared about. But what was truly transformative was the way she lifted nearly ALL the stress off of us in the process. She’s on top of things, out ahead of every step, dotting I’s and crossing T’s that we never had to worry about because she just took care of them. As a result, we feel like we sailed through the process with our wits intact. Samantha is resilient and persistent – I’ve seen her pin down the most elusive vendors. She’s a skilled negotiator with unerring instincts. And she’s a positive, uplifting person to spend time with. That matters especially if you’re house-hunting (and especially in this market). She also has a great reputation and other realtors love working with her. Plus she *really* knows houses and isn’t afraid to get dirty exploring them. In addition to her real-estate savvy, she has a true designer’s eye and can help you visualize making a space your own. Working with her is the best decision you’ll make – for your finances, your aesthetic experience, and your cortisol levels." - E.S. Jack

★★★★★
"Selling our home was a wonderful experience thanks to Samantha. The whole process was exceptional! What we loved the most is that she understood our needs and protected our interests. Communication was great, she would always be ready to answer our questions and concerns. From the very beginning she explained and advise the best course of action, she worked hard and tried different strategies for our house to sell in a timely manner and at its best value. The closing went so smoothly because she made sure everything was done correctly. We would highly recommend her. We absolutely look forward to working with her in our future projects." - Azu Reydom

★★★★★
"I heard about Samantha from a friend, and I would 100% work with her again!! As a first time homebuyer, I wanted a realtor who was extremely knowledgeable about Durham's housing market, land histories, and the buying process; someone who would be a bit of a bulldog and fight for me :); and someone who would be patient with all my questions. Samantha was that and more. I feel lucky to have worked with her, and could not be more excited about my home!" - Clara Hazlett Norman

★★★★★
"Samantha has a creative aesthetic and a keen eye for detail. At the same time, she brings unique building knowledge and is ready to grab her flashlight and climb into attics or basements to further investigate. She is a good listener and receptive to buyer needs including flexing her schedule to match availability. Samantha is extremely familiar with the home buying process and realistic about market conditions. She may gently push you outside your comfort zone to expand your options. Her assertiveness can feel overwhelming at times but trust the process. She is a professional match matcher, blending your wish list with her expertise of what it takes to get the deal done." - Lisa Witzke

★★★★★
"As a first-time homebuyer coming from California and taking on the daunting task of working with a builder on a semi-custom home during the pandemic, my real estate experience was challenging to say the least. I found in Samantha Greaves a realtor who was highly skilled at relationship management, detail- oriented and meticulous, level-headed when things got tough, attentive to my needs and concerns, and a strong advocate. I couldn’t have been in better hands! Work with Samantha, she’s the one!" - Amick Boone

★★★★★
"We had a wonderful experience with RED Collective! We are very thankful to have the opportunity to work with this team and their partners. We worked closely with Samantha G. and she made our first time home buyer experience exceptional." - CS

★★★★★
"Samantha Greaves did an incredible work to find us a house exactly to our needs, large yard, access to RTP, great school, and NOT a fixer upper. One year later kids are playing soccer in the yard and we are having family and friends over for barbecues. Sam helped us to navigate search through purchase and even beyond. We were first time home buyers and Sam patiently answered our questions like "What's a closing?" or even "Who does that?" If and when we sell it will be with Sam Greaves 🙏❤️." - Aki Abe

★★★★★
"Samantha recently helped my wife and I sell an investment property. We couldn't have been happier with the experience! We sold quickly and above our asking price. She is smart, tenacious, and has a good feel for the industry. Above all, she understood our values and priorities, which was very important to us. We love her spirit and will work with her again to sell our next property without hesitation!" - Perry M. S.

About Samantha

With over a decade of experience in real estate, Samantha Greaves is renowned for her exceptional work ethic, warm personality, eye for design, and tenacious client advocacy. 

Samantha's background in design, fine art, sales, and investment properties allows her to uncover the hidden potential in every property, benefiting both buyers and sellers. She provides her clients thorough research, accountability, and market insights, empowering them to make confident real estate decisions.

Whether marketing a property or guiding a purchase, Samantha's goal is to exceed expectations. For sellers, her hands-on approach and networks of relationships ensure that properties are attractively positioned to generate interest and showings. For buyers, her market expertise allows her to identify opportunities, understand property values, and negotiate effectively.

Hailing from the Northeast and having lived in the UK, with years of practice buying, renovating, and selling from Philadelphia to Chapel Hill, she understands the nuances of finding a special home for clients with varied backgrounds, expectations, and tastes. With her tailored insights and extensive knowledge of the area, she is adept at turning newcomers into locals.

Samantha has been a formidable force in the industry, co-founding a Durham-based real estate and design firm in 2016 before joining Compass NC as founding team member in 2021. Her expertise in Carrboro, Chapel Hill, Durham, and surrounding areas has made her a sought-after agent, known for her ability to creatively solve problems and negotiate the best possible outcomes for her clients.

Outside of real estate, Samantha enjoys life in rural Chapel Hill with her husband, Brendan Greaves, author and founder of local record label Paradise of Bachelors, their son, Asa, and their dog named Chris. When they can get away they like to spend time in coastal historic Beaufort, North Carolina. A passionate advocate for the environment and equitable housing, she donates to the Southern Environmental Law Center and Orange County Habitat for Humanity.

Samantha's commitment to excellence and her unique blend of artistic vision and real estate acumen make her an invaluable partner in your real estate journey.

Samantha Greaves’ Listings

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Listed By CompassActive Under Contract

$959,000

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
4
Square Feet
3,726
Acres
0.65
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Listed By Compass

$400,000

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1.5
Square Feet
1,204
Acres
0.15
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Listed By Compass

$275,000

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1.5
Square Feet
1,053
Acres
0.03
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Listed By Compass

$120,000

Bedrooms
Unavailable
Bathrooms
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Square Feet
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Acres
0.25