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105 S 6th St

115 Hillcrest Dr

90 Craft Ln

501 Charlotte Ave
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507 Midland Ave

312 Bracken St

310 N Gulf St

5627 Quail Ridge Dr

314 Country Est
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88 Bone Oak

159 Pine Haven Dr

1600 Carr Creek Rd

45 Castle Wood

160 Sonya Ct
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318 Olde Towne Dr
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Sanford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sanford 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,310 | $1,150 | $1,700 |
| Sanford 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,052 | $1,350 | $3,200 |
| Sanford 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,430 | $1,749 | $7,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Sanford, NC
Pricing Updated: 05/18/2026Current apartment rentals in the Sanford, NC area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Sanford Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carthage Colonies | $1,957 | $950 | 28 |
Cheapest Available Sanford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Sanford, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Woodland Heights of Sanford in the Carthage Colonies neighborhood priced from $950. Aspen Pointe Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sanford apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Heights of Sanford | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Aspen Pointe Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Sanford Estates Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Paige Mill Court Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Juniper Pointe Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sanford, NC
As of May 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sanford area is the $1.17 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Mallard Cove Apartments in the in the Carthage Colonies neighborhood starting from $1,375. The second greatest value Sanford apartment is the The Azalea Model at South Park Village starting at $1,500 with a $1.29 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Sanford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mallard Cove Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| South Park Village | The Azalea | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Woodland Heights of Sanford | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Falls Creek | The Ashlar | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Spring Lane Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Sanford Estates Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Juniper Pointe Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Aspen Pointe Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Paige Mill Court Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| The Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom - Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sanford
What type of rentals are currently available in Sanford?
There are currently 44 Apartments for Rent in Sanford, NC with pricing that ranges from $700 to $12,184. There are also 63 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Sanford ranging from $250 to $7,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Sanford?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Sanford ranges from $250 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,659.
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