Sanford, NC Homes for Sale

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Sanford Real Estate Facts at a Glance

The median price of homes for sale in Sanford, NC is $310,000, one of the lowest in the Triangle. For that price, the average home for sale will have about 1500 square feet and was built in 2008, and will likely be a single family home.

Most homes for sale in Sanford will be part of a subdivision, although sometimes you can find homes outside of a subdivision. 10% of homes for sale in Sanford in the last year were not located within a subdivision.

It’s much easier to find a nice sized backyard in Sanford. About 71% of homes for sale in Sanford have a minimum lot size of .2 acres.

Larger lots are not as common but they occasionally come up for sale. 17% of homes for sale in Sanford had a minimum of a 1 acre lot.

Acre lots are also more affordable in Sanford than in most other Triangle towns. The average home for sale on an acre in Sanford sold for $337,000. Not much higher than the median price of all homes.
Property taxes for homes for sale in the town of Sanford, NC are 1.185%. Keep in mind that some homes for sale in Sanford are not located within the city limits and would only pay county taxes. Lee County taxes are assessed at .65%.

A little bit about Sanford

Are you looking for homes for sale in Sanford, NC? Sanford is located about 30 minutes from Apex and 20 minutes from Pittsboro. The new Triangle Innovation Point industrial park is being developed just outside of town. It’s incredibly charming downtown is one of our favorites in the Triangle area. This is one of our towns to watch!

Sanford is home to a variety of activities and attractions for residents to enjoy. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the town’s many parks, including the popular Depot Park, which features a splash pad, playground, and amphitheater for community events. Additionally, the nearby Raven Rock State Park offers hiking trails, camping, and fishing opportunities.

Downtown Sanford is easily accessed from homes for sale. — Sanford has some great downtown shopping

Sanford was one of the towns we highlighted in our BoomTowns! video. We are excited to see how Sanford grows over time. It has all the elements to become one of the fastest growing towns in the greater Raleigh area.

Culture seekers will enjoy the historic Temple Theater, which regularly hosts plays, concerts, and other performing arts events. Downtown Sanford also boasts a variety of charming antique shops and boutiques, making it the perfect destination for a day of shopping and exploring.

Homes for sale in Sanford let you enjoy all the downtown public art. — lots of street art in downtown Sanford

Foodies will appreciate the town’s diverse range of dining options, which includes everything from classic southern BBQ to sushi and craft beer. Popular restaurants include The Flame Steakhouse, La Dolce Vita, and Blue Ribbon Diner.

Carolina Trace is a gated Lake and Golf community just south of town. It may be the least expensive lakefront option in the Triangle area.

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Sanford, NC Homes for Sale