Sanford Homes under $350,000

Sanford Homes under $350,000

Welcome to Sanford, Michigan – a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Midland County! Known for its picturesque landscapes and a tight-knit community, Sanford offers a delightful blend of small-town charm and modern amenities. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, looking to downsize, or seeking a peaceful retreat, Sanford has something for everyone.

One of the most appealing aspects of Sanford is its affordable housing market. With homes available for under $350,000, you can find a variety of options that cater to diverse tastes and needs. From cozy bungalows to spacious family homes, the real estate landscape here is both inviting and accommodating. Imagine waking up every day in a home that reflects your style, all while being surrounded by the natural beauty that Sanford has to offer.

The community is rich in recreational opportunities, with nearby parks, lakes, and trails perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you enjoy fishing, hiking, or simply taking a leisurely stroll, Sanford provides an abundance of options to connect with nature. Plus, the local schools are highly regarded, making it an ideal place for families.

Sanford's vibrant downtown area boasts charming shops, delightful eateries, and friendly faces, creating an inviting atmosphere for residents and visitors alike. With a strong sense of community and a welcoming spirit, Sanford is not just a place to live; it’s a place to thrive. Explore your future in Sanford, where affordable housing meets a fulfilling lifestyle!

Newest Sanford Homes under $350,000

2504 Smith Street, Sanford
$100,000
3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 50223653 MLS
Your own nature sanctuary awaits! This home offers spacious living in an incredible location! 3 bedrooms, 1 bath and open living room, dining and kitchen. And recent updates such as newer furnace 2021, newer vinyl windows and a brand new metal roof this year! Walk in pantry, first floor laundry, a 2 car attached garage, and on one 1/2 acre with a workshop. The stunning property backs up Sanford Lake Park and feels like a northern Michigan getaway!

2504 Smith Street, Sanford
6015 N Water Road, Sanford
$159,000
3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 50222841 MLS
WELCOMING ON WATER ROAD! Farmhouse Charm in the Meridian School District! Bring your vision to this spacious 3-bedroom, 1-bath farmhouse offering plenty of room to grow and make your own with the potential to add 2 more bedrooms and a bathroom on the upper level. Located in the popular Meridian School District, this home combines classic farmhouse character with an excellent opportunity for updates and personalization. While the home could use some updating, its generous bedroom count, practical layout, and farmhouse appeal provide a great foundation for creating a home that fits your style. The furnace, hot water heater and septic system are all new, and the home has city water and natural gas. Outside you'll find a large yard with plenty of wildlife. The barn has great potential, but needs redone. Whether you're looking for a place to settle in and improve over time or an opportunity to add value, this property is ready for its next chapter. Don't miss the chance to make this farmhouse your own, call today to schedule your showing!

6015 N Water Road, Sanford
580 W Shearer Road, Sanford
$250,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 50222793 MLS
**I've Been Loved for 12 Years, and I'm Ready for What's Next** I've had the same two people call me home for twelve years, and honestly, we were a good match. No basement, no stairs to fight with, just one level of easy living that let them move through their days without a second thought. They chose me for the woods, too. Five plus acres of trees wrapped around me like a built in privacy fence, so they never had to worry about neighbors or noise creeping through. Just quiet, and space, and room to breathe. My open floor plan gave them a place to actually live together, cooking, talking, existing in the same space without feeling on top of each other. And my garage, with that oversized shop area became their spot for puttering, projects, whatever needed tinkering on a Saturday afternoon. Twelve years is a long time to be somebody's favorite place. I've still got my distressed wood floors, my cherry and granite kitchen, my step in shower, and a 3 season room ready for a gas stove. My bones are solid. I just need someone new to bring their own energy into me. If a secluded spot in mid-Michigan with one floor living and a shop to putter in sounds like your kind of match, I'd love to meet you.

580 W Shearer Road, Sanford
547 W Peterson Drive, Sanford
$314,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 50222350 MLS
PINES & PRIVACY ON PETERSON Tucked into a private wooded setting, this beautifully refreshed 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers nearly 2,000 sq. ft. of versatile living space with the added bonus of Sanford Lake access — without a lake assessment. Inside, fresh paint and brand-new flooring create a bright, updated feel throughout. The spacious living room features a natural fireplace, while a separate family room gives you even more room to gather, relax, or entertain. The kitchen is equipped with newer appliances from 2023, and a flexible bonus room can easily adapt to your needs as a home office, workout space, additional bedroom, or four-season room overlooking the wooded surroundings. Outside, the property offers privacy and plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. Township permission is already in place for a pole barn, giving you the opportunity to create additional storage for boats, recreational vehicles, and all your lake toys. Enjoy the peaceful setting while staying conveniently connected — approximately 10 minutes from Midland shopping, hospital and 15 minutes from Downtown Midland. With thoughtful updates, flexible living spaces, lake access, and room to make the property your own, Peterson Drive offers a wonderful combination of comfort, privacy, and convenience. Call TODAY for a private showing.

547 W Peterson Drive, Sanford
5994 N Lake Sanford Road, Sanford
$249,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 61030965 MLS
Incredible opportunity to own a lakefront home nestled on 5 wooded acres surrounding towering trees overlooking All Sport Sanford Lake. This charming home offers 3 bedrooms with large closets and 2 full baths. The open-concept kitchen, dinning and living areas create a welcoming space for everyday living and entertaining. Outside features front deck and back deck for summer entertainment and beautiful views of the lake with an oversized detached 2 1/2 car garage, ideal for hobbies and storage for your lake toys. Bring your boat, fishing gear or hunt on your own property. Giving you privacy, functionality and value all on one property. Appliances are included. Don't miss this unique opportunity schedule your private showing today!

5994 N Lake Sanford Road, Sanford
3964 N West River Road, Sanford
$202,500
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 50221818 MLS
**WHAT A SUNRISE ON WEST RIVER RD!** Located just 2.5 miles from US-10, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home is the perfect blend of convenient location and good times on all-sports Sanford Lake! You'll quickly fall in love with beautiful morning sunrises and cool, relaxing evenings on the lake from the gorgeous vantage point this property provides. With a sandy-bottom shoreline, it's the perfect place to swim, play, and enjoy everything lake life has to offer! Whether you're looking for a summer getaway or full-time living, there's plenty of room for all the toys! In addition to the attached garage, the property features a 22x30 detached garage and a huge 24x50 pole barn, giving you tons of extra storage for boats, ORVs, snowmobiles, and more. Peaceful lake living, great storage, and easy access to US-10, this one checks a lot of boxes. Call today for your private showing!

3964 N West River Road, Sanford
4960 N Skenes Road, Sanford
$175,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 50221299 MLS
Escape to the peace and privacy of country living at 4960 N. Skenes Rd. in Sanford! This 2-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on 15 beautiful wooded acres, offering plenty of space to enjoy the outdoors right from your own property. Whether you're looking for a place to hunt, keep horses, enjoy the trails and woods, or simply get away from the hustle and bustle, this property offers endless possibilities. The barn features horse stalls, and two separate pastures provide plenty of room for horses or other animals. Surrounded by woods and nature, this is a great opportunity for anyone looking for acreage, privacy, and a property built for the outdoor lifestyle. It also has a pond! Come see everything this unique Sanford property has to offer!

4960 N Skenes Road, Sanford
3434 N Meridian Road, Sanford
$250,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 50221176 MLS
Welcome to this beautifully updated 1,842 sqft bi-level home on a spacious 1-acre lot in Sanford. Located within walking distance to Meridian Schools and less than 15 minutes from Midland, this move-in-ready property offers a rare combination of modern updates, flexible living space, and a prime location. Inside, you’ll find a bright, functional layout with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, designed for everyday comfort. The main level features an inviting living area filled with natural light and an updated kitchen with clean finishes and great usability. The lower level expands your options even further, offering additional flexible space perfect for entertainment, a dedicated workout room, home office, or a quiet place to unwind. Step outside to enjoy a large back deck ideal for grilling, a generous yard well-suited for gardening or outdoor activities, and a 2-car garage providing convenient storage and parking. The full acre gives you room to breathe while still keeping you close to schools, shopping, and Midland amenities. This is a clean, well-maintained home with updates, space, and a great location. Don't miss this standout opportunity in Sanford!

3434 N Meridian Road, Sanford
3314 N Genrich Drive, Sanford
$235,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 50220439 MLS
Sanford Lake Waterfront Opportunity with only $9571 capital assessment ! Discover the potential of this one-owner brick home located on a peaceful canal with beautiful views of the main body of Sanford Lake. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a great opportunity to create your ideal lake retreat. The walkout basement provides additional living space and easy access to the waterfront. Enjoy relaxing outdoors from the covered porch, and take advantage of the 2.5-car garage for parking, storage, and all your lake toys. With its prime location, lake views, and plenty of potential, this property is ready for your vision and updates. Two vacant lots are also available for purchase right next door, offering an incredible opportunity for additional privacy, expansion, or future development. Whether you're looking for a year-round home, weekend getaway, or investment opportunity, this Sanford Lake property is ready to make your lake-life dreams a reality!

3314 N Genrich Drive, Sanford
3840 N Water Road, Sanford
$199,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 50219691 MLS
CANT WAIT TO SEE WHAT YOU DO ON WATER RD! Due to the tragic events of the dam failure in 2020, this home has been stripped down to the studs. Now with a little vision, you can create your perfect Sanford Lake waterfront home. The shell is in great shape and has 1720 sqft of living space. There used to be 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. You can keep it configured the same or get creative. There is a 902 sqft bonus room that's finished over the garage and has no damage to it. The garage is massive at 45x22 so bring your vehicles and your lake toys! This sale does include the small parcel on the lake side of the road. Call today!

3840 N Water Road, Sanford
748 W Irish Street, Sanford
$178,500
3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 50213065 MLS
Sanford's Most Recognizable House Has a Few Surprises Inside If you've driven through Sanford more than once, you already know this house. It's the mint green one. The kind of mint green that doesn't apologize for itself, that you can spot from two streets over, that has probably been a landmark in someone's directions at some point ("turn left at the green house, you can't miss it"). And you can't. But here's what you don't know unless you've been inside. She's had a lot of love poured back into her recently. Fresh paint, newer flooring, and enough little touches to make her feel genuinely special instead of just memorable from the curb. The living room is the kind of large that actually became a problem for me. I have staging tricks. I have ways of making smaller rooms look bigger and bigger rooms look intentional. This room laughed at all of them. It is enormous, the kind of space where you stop thinking about furniture placement and start thinking about what kind of life you want to live in it. Movie nights with too many people. A piano you've always wanted. A reading corner that doesn't feel cramped into an afterthought. There's room for all of it and then some. Past that, you've got over 1,700 square feet, 3 bedrooms, and a bathroom so cheerful it matches the personality of the exterior. Apparently the vibrancy doesn't stop at the front door. Outside, there's a deep attached garage for anyone who actually wants to park a vehicle and still have room for tools, bikes, and the various other things garages accumulate. And then there's the back patio, covered, comfortable, and overlooking two thirds of an acre that feels like a lot more than two thirds of an acre. The privacy back there is the kind you usually have to drive out to actual acreage to get. Instead, it's right here in town. All of that, the size, the privacy, the space that made my staging brain sweat a little, for $185,000. In Sanford. That's a number that's getting harder to find attached to this much room and this much yard. So yes, she's mint green. She's always been mint green. But now she's mint green with fresh paint, new floors, a backyard that feels like its own oasis, and a price tag that makes a lot of sense once you've stood in that living room. Some houses you forget. This one, you were never going to.

748 W Irish Street, Sanford
2043/2047 N Neiner Road, Sanford
$245,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 50207508 MLS
INVESTORS - HERE'S YOUR PLACE! This roomy side-by-side duplex offers rental income and a great location within the heart of the sought after Jerome Township/Meridian Schools. Each unit features an open living floor plan and in-unit laundry, making it a popular choice for tenants. The garage side unit has a new tenant paying $1250/mo on a one-year lease. This unit is a 2 bed/2 full bath with an attached 2 car garage (appx 1280 sf of living space). The seller (who is a licensed builder in the area for over 30 years) built this duplex and lived in this space years ago. His attention to the details is evident in touches like a dedicated foyer, oversized master bath with soaker tub and separate shower and a generous walk in closet. This unit offers fridge, range, dishwasher, microwave, washer and dryer. Seller has installed new windows, new flat finish ceiling and new flooring in that side. The front deck is also new and driveway has had gravel added and graded. The smaller unit is two bed, 1 bath with a generous open concept living plan. It has a fridge, range, washer and dryer included. This unit is rented for $600/mo. and is also a one-year lease. Neither of the secondary bedrooms have closets although they do have egress. Separate electric and natural gas meters; water is on a shared yoke and could be included in rent or divided as per landlord wishes. This well maintained property has been consistently rented for decades! Come and see it today! When higher interest rates flatten the residential market, the rental market still performs.

2043/2047 N Neiner Road, Sanford
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