Sanford Real Estate

Sanford Real Estate

Welcome to Sanford, North Carolina – a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Lee County. With its rich history, vibrant community, and picturesque landscapes, Sanford is a place where charm meets modern living. Known for its warm hospitality, this city boasts a small-town feel while offering all the conveniences of urban life.

Sanford is steeped in history, with roots dating back to the 1800s. The downtown area showcases beautifully preserved architecture, bustling shops, and delightful eateries that reflect the city’s unique character. Whether you’re enjoying a leisurely stroll through the historic district or indulging in local cuisine, Sanford invites you to experience its warm, welcoming atmosphere.

Nature enthusiasts will find plenty to love in Sanford, as it is surrounded by stunning parks and recreational areas. The nearby San-Lee Park offers hiking trails, picnic areas, and scenic views, making it an ideal spot for family outings or a peaceful escape. Additionally, the city is conveniently located near the serene waters of Jordan Lake, perfect for fishing, boating, and enjoying the great outdoors.

Sanford’s community spirit shines through its vibrant events and festivals, which bring residents together throughout the year. From art shows to farmers' markets, there’s always something happening that celebrates the local culture.

With its affordable housing options and a growing economy, Sanford is an ideal place for families, young professionals, and retirees alike. If you’re looking for a place that combines the beauty of nature, rich history, and a close-knit community, Sanford, NC, is waiting to welcome you home!

Newest Listings in Sanford

W Forest Oaks Drive, Sanford
$250,000
772025 MLS
If you've ever dreamed of owning land in Sanford, here's your opportunity! Offering approximately 18.03 acres, this property presents exciting possibilities for those looking to invest in their future or bring a vision to life. Whether you're ready to make plans now or looking for a long-term investment, this acreage offers the space to explore your goals. Bring your vision and discover the potential!

W Forest Oaks Drive, Sanford
1046 Avents Ferry Road, Sanford
$279,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 772049 MLS
Country living on 1.75 acres located on two parcels. Step back in time and fall in love with the charm of this 1900 country farmhouse! Sitting among beautiful, mature trees, this timeless 3 bedroom, 2 bath house offers both warmth and character. From a welcoming front porch to the classic metal roof, this property captures the simple beauty of country living. Gorgeous, original shiplap walls and high ceilings. Large open dining/den with a cozy, wood burning stove. Primary bedroom with full bath on first floor. Laundry centrally located off kitchen. Large yard ready for friends and family gatherings. Ample space for your garden. Chicken house in rear of house. NEW HVAC system - gas heat/electric air - installed November 1st. Conveniently located just a short distance from the quaint town of Broadway. With an approved offer, seller is offering $3,000 paint allowance.

1046 Avents Ferry Road, Sanford
Bragg Street, Sanford
$49,000
771631 MLS
Discover the possibilities with this 1.16-acre residential lot located on Nash Street in Sanford, NC! Offering plenty of space to build your dream home, this property provides an opportunity to create a home that fits your needs. Conveniently located near downtown Sanford, with easy access to shopping, dining, schools, major roadways, Lee County Senior High School, the new Lee County Library, OT Sloan Park and Sanford Dog Park and much much more. Whether you're ready to build now or planning for the future, this property is worth exploring! Buyer to verify utility availability, building requirements, and any applicable restrictions.

Bragg Street, Sanford
923 W Main Street, Sanford
$450,000
771885 MLS
EXCEPTIONAL COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNITY IN A GROWING AREA OF SANFORD! Located at 921 & 923 W. Main Street, this highly visible commercial property, known to generations of locals as Thomas Bait & Tackle, offers approximately 3,953 square feet of versatile space on 0.3054 acres, with approximately 140 feet of road frontage along W. Main Street / Hwy 78. Zoned C-2, this property presents tremendous potential for a variety of commercial uses! The 923 side offers a spacious retail area, a former grill/kitchen area, an 18' x 17' walk-in cooler, two office spaces, additional storage, and three half bathrooms. The adjoining 921 space, which includes an additional half bathroom, is currently leased, providing an opportunity for rental income while utilizing the remaining space for your own business or investment plans. LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Situated in an area experiencing significant residential and commercial growth, this property is adjacent to the new West Main Townhomes and directly across from 78 North and The Cottages at 78 North communities. Nearby commercial growth includes recent additions such as Dairi-O and Culver's, further highlighting the continued development along this corridor. Conveniently located approximately 1 mile from Hwy 87 and 3 miles from US Hwy 1, offering excellent connectivity to Sanford and surrounding communities. Per the GIS utility overlay, a sewer line crosses the property, and city water runs along W. Main Street; buyers should verify utility connection availability and requirements with the appropriate providers. Whether you're looking to establish a new business, expand an existing operation, or invest in commercial real estate in one of Sanford's growing corridors, this property offers an exciting opportunity with excellent visibility, convenient access, and a recognizable local presence. Offered at $450,000 — bring your vision and explore the possibilities!

923 W Main Street, Sanford
85 Clearview Court, Sanford
$445,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 771868 MLS
Motivated Seller! Bring all offers! This is a beautifully maintained home featuring an open concept living area with formal dining and living rooms, coffered ceilings, tons of wainscoting, a large family room with vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace, and remote control blinds for those unreachable windows. Enjoy a spacious kitchen/dining room combination, walk-in pantry, first floor bedroom, and full bath. Venture up the magnificent staircase to find a large loft area over looking both the entry and living areas, a large Master Bedroom with trey ceiling, His/Her walk-in closets, a luxurious Master Bath with remote control blinds over soaking tub, a huge double vanity, water closet, and walk-in shower. Upstairs you'll also find a large laundry room, 2 additional bedrooms, connected by a full bath. Gorgeous Hardwood Floors throughout! Step outside this beautiful home and enjoy the natural beauty of outdoor living that extends well beyond the trees. With a generous sized lot (.49 acres), there's plenty of room to increase yard space, add a privacy fence, an outdoor shed, an enclosed porch, or even a pool! The possibilities are endless! The 2 Wall-mounted TV's, Washer/Dryer, extra wood flooring in the garage, and All window Coverings convey. A Brand New Roof with transferrable warranty installed in April 2026.

85 Clearview Court, Sanford
321 N Steele Street, Sanford
$249,900
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 771847 MLS
Welcome to Steele Street! Where classic charm meets modern convenience, right in the heart of Sanford! Perfectly positioned within easy walking distance to downtown Sanford. This home puts local boutiques, cozy restaurants, and lively entertainment right at your doorstep. Packed with timeless character and warmth, this property is ready for its next chapter and a new owner to make it their own. Step outside onto the inviting covered front porch, the perfect spot for your morning coffee or evening relaxation. Inside, you’ll find a spacious and versatile layout featuring a dedicated office/bonus room, ideal for remote work or a creative studio. The formal dining room provides an elegant backdrop for family dinners, while the large, light-filled living room offers plenty of space for entertaining and everyday living. Don't miss the chance to experience this downtown gem for yourself!

321 N Steele Street, Sanford
1437 Deep River Road, Sanford
$295,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 771798 MLS
A little extra incentive, a lot more room to live! Buyers can enjoy $5,000 in seller concessions PLUS an additional 1% lender credit for buyers! This beautifully renovated 4- bedroom, 2-full-bath home offers just over 2,000 sq. ft. of living space on nearly an acre of land, bringing together the best of country living and modern convenience. Inside, you’ll find a welcoming front dining area, an additional dining and living space, and a dedicated laundry room. With plenty of room inside and out, there’s space to entertain, relax, garden, and grow. Even better, the washer, dryer, tankless water heater, and whole-house generator are included! If you’ve been looking for a move-in-ready home with room to spread out and added buyer incentives, this is one you won’t want to miss!

1437 Deep River Road, Sanford
532 Perth Drive, Sanford
$34,000
769004 MLS
WONDERFUL GOLF FRONTAGE "LOT", one of the last few left on Golf Course in this area, in CAROLINA TRACE GATED PRIVATE GOLF COMMUNITY. AND WOW next to last lot on secluded Dead End off the cul-de-sac & PERTH DRIVE! w/ nothing across street in front AT ALL, just wooded buffer area & a Golf Green over just beyond your front door but not close to bother, AT ALL. in SEDGEMOOR Subdivision. Let's Walk on it!, See it live! (Investor/Seller has 2 Lots to sell here in C TRACE, this one & another @ 6080 Jones Circle in TRACE/Golf North, MLS#771575) Seller wanting to move money & is now investing in another area, not near Sanford! (MAKE OFFER FOR BOTH). Great community w/ Private Pool, Tennis, Pickleball Areas! GREAT views, vistas of Golf Course in several directions as there are 2 Fairways in the distance passing each other, this site safely near Tee Box area so.... A new home next door just over a year ago, & one planned just beyond the new one in next year an owner/builder says...This lot has small edge portion on Course side considered minor floodplain but a building site/envelope would certainly be constructed above that portion, BUT ALSO Many homes in this same area NOW if you look at the maps & visit! SO others seem OK with it or they would not have purchased homes there!, you would think. CASH deals don't require flood coverage, as a Lender might. But still you might be required to have flood insurance if you have Lender / Mortgage & that cost varies, so shop for that. Many homes in this same area if you look at the maps! Such a beautiful site location and so private overall ! Drive, Walk thru this area to see how wonderful it feels...Visit Area! 24 hr security gate ENTRANCE GUARDHOUSE & roving security throughout. HOA DUES & SOME AMENITIES outside of the immediate neighborhood may require EXTRA FEES OR AVAILABILITY DETAILS. R&R's @ sedgemoorpoa.com. Carolina Trace is a gated community featuring 36 holes of Robert Trent Jones golf, pools, tennis courts, full service Country Club, walking trails & 315 acre lake. Easy access & ByPass to RTP, Raleigh,Cary,Chapel Hill, Pinehurst & Southern Pines, Fayetteville & Greensboro ALL almost totally by 4 LANE HWYs!HOA Fees are $350p/yr for unimproved VACANT LOT-& $700built. Golf Packages, Clubhouse Social Packages,PLANS..etc. No Mandatory RULE that you join the Clubhouse or Golf...totally your choice. You do have Dues/Fees for your Subdivision & a Subdivision Pool & Tennis upkeep along w/roads, too...see Disclosure. There Are PASSES & coded auto tag entry for Residents' cars, ask at GUARDHOUSE. (ctaincnc.org ), & @ Rear Entry & Exits called REAR "NORTH" or "SOUTH" GATES you can come & go so quickly with auto gates to get out & around to ByPass, to Walmart, Lowes Home Improvement, NEW BJ's Wholesale&Olive Garden COMING. & existing Dunkin/Starbucks/Hobby Lobby/Marshalls,MajorGrocery& FOOD & Shopping Chains, &Your major Auto Dealerships for servicing! ALL just outside your Community!

532 Perth Drive, Sanford
6080 Jones Circle, Sanford
$36,000
771575 MLS
GREAT BUILDING LOT on quiet street in GOLF NORTH SUBDV in CAROLINA TRACE Gated Community!, w/ nice homes all around...not too far to large saltwater private neighborhood pool, short walk, bike or golfcart! HOMESITE is slightly sloping from front to rear & could be a great Basement Lot without too much digging & thus create a more flat or wider backyard?! Bring your builder or ask Listing Agent for some Builder Names.(Seller has 2 Lots to sell here in C TRACE, this one & another @ 532 PERTH DRIVE in TRACE/Sedgemoor Subdv, MLS#769004) Seller is now investing in another area in NC, not near Sanford! (MAKE OFFER FOR BOTH). Great community w/ Private Pool. Carolina Trace is a gated community featuring 36 holes of Robert Trent Jones golf, pools, tennis courts, full service Country Club, walking trails & 315 acre lake. Easy access & ByPass to RTP, Raleigh,Cary,Chapel Hill,Fayetteville & Greensboro ALL almost totally by 4 LANE HWYs! & Beaches & Mountains 2.5 hours away! HOA Fees are $545p/yr for unimproved VACANT LOT-& $850 built. Golf Packages, Clubhouse Social Packages,PLANS..etc. No Mandatory RULE that you join the Clubhouse or Golf...totally your choice. You do have Dues/Fees for your Subdivision & Pool upkeep along w/roads, too, which is the rule in C TRACE for ALL areas...see Disclosure. There Are PASSES & coded auto tag entry for Residents' cars, ask at GUARDHOUSE.( ctaincnc.org ), & @ Rear Entry & Exits called REAR "NORTH" or "SOUTH" GATES you can come & go so quickly with auto gates to get out & around to ByPass, Ft Bragg, Fayetteville, RTP, Cary, Raleigh Chapel Hill, Lillington, Pinehurst, Southern Pines directions !

6080 Jones Circle, Sanford
1589 Dixie Farm Road, Sanford
$199,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 771729 MLS
If you’ve been dreaming of a home with character, charm, and room to make it your own, this 1940s cottage is the perfect opportunity! Nestled between two beautiful farms, this picturesque property offers breathtaking sunrises and sunsets, all set on nearly an acre of land surrounded by gorgeous, mature evergreens, pecan trees, magnolias, and wisteria. This home is full of the charm and character that only a home from this era can offer, just waiting for someone to bring it back to life with a little love and imagination.. and the possibilities don’t stop there! In addition to the main living space, you’ll find approximately 250 square feet of additional unheated space offering endless possibilities. Head upstairs to discover even more unfinished square footage, perfect for creating a cozy hideaway library or craft room. A workshop in the backyard provides even more flexibility for hobbies, projects, or extra workspace. Plus, some of the big-ticket items have already been taken care of, with the roof and hot water heater both replaced in 2022. Whether you’re dreaming of restoring a charming cottage, creating a peaceful country retreat, or investing in a property with incredible potential, this one is full of possibilities. A little love, a little vision, and this charming cottage could become something truly special! THIS IS AN AS-IS WHERE-IS PROPERTY

1589 Dixie Farm Road, Sanford
211 Eastover Court, Sanford
$385,500
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 771752 MLS
MUST SEE 4 BEDROOM/2.5 BATH HOME IN A FABULOUS LOCATION !! Seller offering RATE BUY DOWN with preferred lender and full price offer. Move-in ready, this 2022-built home offers a "like-new" feel with brand-new carpet, freshly painted walls, and a new microwave. Enjoy the extra outdoor space on the FULLY fenced lot, plus a REALLY nice storage shed with the potential to add electricity (buyer to verify). SELLER is offering an INTEREST RATE BUY-DOWN for any buyer using the preferred lender, subject to buyer qualification and lender and loan-program guidelines. Come see the updates and imagine making this home your new home!

211 Eastover Court, Sanford
8712 Holly Pond Drive, Sanford
$699,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 771352 MLS
Timeless brick architecture, elegant interior details, and a private 2.25-acre setting define this beautiful Lake Villanow residence. Offering over 3,000 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 3 baths, the home combines timeless elegance with spacious rooms and inviting areas for everyday living and entertaining. A decorative foyer sets the tone, opening to interiors accented by hardwood floors and detailed millwork. The expansive living room features gas logs and views of the covered porch, while the formal dining room offers hardwood flooring, classic wallpaper, and decorative wainscoting. Hardwood flooring continues into the kitchen, complemented by a new dishwasher and a range and refrigerator updated within the past few years. An inviting eat-in area overlooks the private brick patio, creating a lovely setting for casual meals. The sunroom also enjoys patio views and offers a beautiful space for morning coffee or quiet afternoons. The generously sized primary suite provides a peaceful retreat with high ceilings, a walk-in closet with shelving, and a spacious bath featuring dual sinks, a tub, and a separate shower. New carpeting adds comfort to all three bedrooms. Upstairs, a large bonus room offers flexibility for an office or playroom, accompanied by extensive walk-in attic storage. Outdoor living is equally inviting, with a covered porch, a gorgeous brick patio, a partially fenced backyard, and a creek at the rear of the property. The basement includes a full bath with a shower, unconditioned space for storage or workout equipment, and a roll-up garage door. A two-car garage with a separate storage room adds everyday convenience, along with a whole-house generator, irrigation and alarm systems, and a laundry room with cabinetry, a built-in ironing board, and a washer and dryer. A newer roof, select replacement windows, recently pumped septic system, and a fully encapsulated crawlspace with a dehumidifier complete this exceptional offering.

8712 Holly Pond Drive, Sanford
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