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  1. Building Photo - Pine Reserve Apartments
    Rent Special
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    1 BED
    $1,357+
    2 BEDS
    $1,582+
    3 BEDS
    $1,932+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,250 - $1,875
    Required Monthly Fees$107
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,357 - $1,982

    Pine Reserve Apartments

    1147 Midpines Dr, Sanford, NC 27330
    (336) 585-7899
  17. Building Photo - 287 Palm Dr
    4 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $1,950
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,950
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,950

    287 Palm Dr

    287 Palm Dr, Sanford, NC 27332
  20. Building Photo - 827 Biltmore Dr
    4 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $1,995
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,995
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,995

    827 Biltmore Dr

    827 Biltmore Dr, Sanford, NC 27332
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  21. Building Photo - 508A W Chisholm St
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,800
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,800
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,800

    508A W Chisholm St Unit Whole

    508A W Chisholm St, Sanford, NC 27330
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  28. 3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,000

    118 Vega Lp

    118 Vega Lp, Sanford, NC 27330
  31. Building Photo - 50 Dino Ct
    3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $1,850

    50 Dino Ct

    50 Dino Ct, Sanford, NC 27332
  32. 3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $1,350

    88 Bone Oak

    88 Bone Oak, Sanford, NC 27332
  38. Building Photo - 26 Tahoe Cir
    4 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $2,000

    26 Tahoe Cir

    26 Tahoe Cir, Sanford, NC 27332
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Sanford at a Glance

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Sanford, NC Apartments for Rent

Sanford serves as Lee County's seat and has thrived as a railroad and industrial hub since 1874, once producing more brick and pottery than almost anywhere else in America. For apartment hunters exploring Sanford rentals, you'll discover everything from one-bedrooms starting around $1,132 monthly to spacious three-bedroom homes near $1,451 - refreshingly affordable compared to other Carolina communities. This city of 33,000 residents enjoys household incomes averaging $51,000 yearly while benefiting from their spot near North Carolina's geographic heart.

Sanford apartment living attracts residents wanting suburban comfort plus easy connections to everyday needs and major highways. Downtown brings local restaurants and independent shops, while residential neighborhoods connect you with green spaces including Kiwanis Family Park and Depot Park - perfect for trail walks, sports fields, and community gatherings. Those historic rail connections still mean great transportation links today, putting Triangle-area employers within easy commuting distance. Combining varied apartment choices with budget-friendly pricing versus surrounding towns, Sanford delivers sensible housing whether you're employed regionally or simply prefer peaceful surroundings near retail, restaurants, and recreation.

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Lee Early College

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
272 Students
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Southern Lee High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,234 Students
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Lee County High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,508 Students
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Sanlee Middle School

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Public
Grades 6-8
809 Students
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Highland Middle

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Public
Grades 6-8
875 Students
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East Lee Middle

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Public
Grades 6-8
531 Students
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West Lee Middle

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Public
Grades 6-8
607 Students
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J Glenn Edwards Elementary

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Public
Grades K-5
532 Students
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Deep River Elementary

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Grades K-5
473 Students
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Tramway Elementary

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Public
Grades K-5
545 Students
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Greenwood Elementary

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Public
Grades K-5
530 Students

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Frequently asked questions about renting in Sanford, NC

What are the average rent costs in Sanford, NC?

The average rent in Sanford, NC is $1,127.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Sanford, NC?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Sanford, NC is $1,127.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Sanford, NC?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Sanford, NC is $1,328.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Sanford, NC?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Sanford, NC is $1,452.

What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Sanford, NC?

The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Sanford, NC is $1,300.

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