Sanford Homes under $500,000

Sanford Homes under $500,000

Welcome to Sanford, Michigan – a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Midland County! Known for its picturesque landscapes and tight-knit community, Sanford offers a charming blend of small-town warmth and modern conveniences. With its serene lakes, lush parks, and vibrant local culture, this delightful city is an ideal place to call home.

Sanford is particularly appealing for homebuyers seeking affordable options, with a variety of homes available under $500,000. This price point opens the doors to a range of beautiful properties, from cozy single-family homes to spacious multi-level residences. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, a growing family, or looking to downsize, Sanford has something for everyone.

The city is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, with the Tittabawassee River winding through the area, offering residents ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as fishing, kayaking, and hiking. In addition, Sanford boasts a friendly community atmosphere, with local events and festivals that foster connections among neighbors and create lasting memories.

For those who appreciate a balance of tranquility and accessibility, Sanford is conveniently located just a short drive from the bustling city of Midland, where you can enjoy shopping, dining, and entertainment options galore.

In Sanford, you can find not just a house, but a place to create a home filled with love and laughter. With homes priced under $500,000, your dream of living in this idyllic Michigan town is well within reach. Come explore Sanford – where community spirit and beautiful homes await!

Newest Sanford Homes under $500,000

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
119 W Love Road, Sanford
$399,999
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 50223393 MLS
Enjoy privacy, space, and scenic views with this four-bedroom, 1.5-bath home situated on 10.8 wooded acres at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac! The living room features vaulted ceilings and French doors overlooking the pond, while the open-concept kitchen and dining area offers a center island and walk-in pantry. A large back deck provides the perfect setting for outdoor entertaining and relaxing. All bedrooms plus full bath and laundry room are located on the lower level, while the upper level contains the main living areas plus a half bath. The property also includes a 30-by-40-foot pole barn with a workshop, plenty of parking, city water, and natural gas. Located within the Meridian Public School District, this unique property combines peaceful country surroundings with the convenience of close proximity to Midland, Mt. Pleasant and Downtown Sanford. Schedule your private showing today!

119 W Love Road, 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
3366 N Lakeside Drive, Sanford
$444,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 50222614 MLS
Waterfront living on Sanford Lake - and the FLTF assessment is paid in full! This beautifully renovated home has been updated from top to bottom, so all you have to do is move in and enjoy. A new seawall was installed in 2022, adding even more value to this already impressive waterfront property. The tri-level layout offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, with two bedrooms and a full bath upstairs, plus a walkout lower-level bedroom and a second full bath on the main floor. The bright, open floor plan features vaulted ceilings, a charming garden window in the kitchen, and a beautiful three-season room that may quickly become your favorite place in the house. An unfinished storage room provides additional space and houses the on-demand water heater. Outside is where this property really shines. An expansive deck overlooks the water and provides plenty of room to relax, entertain, or simply take in the view. Unique concrete steps lead directly down to the water’s edge, making lake access easy. Four apple trees were planted a few years ago for the new owners to enjoy, while a storage shed offers space for lake gear and water toys. A detached 2.5-car garage provides even more storage and parking. With its waterfront setting, thoughtful updates, mature surroundings, and surprisingly private feel, this is a Sanford Lake home designed to be enjoyed inside and out. Bonus features include a fully owned 2023 Generac standby generator, ensuring uninterrupted comfort year-round.

3366 N Lakeside Drive, 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
5494 N Lake Sanford Road, Sanford
$469,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 50222230 MLS
Sanford Lake Waterfront - walk right out of the house to the water on the same level. ALMOST 1800 Square Feet with 3 car garage and extra boat shed. Ranch with a view to the lake from the Great Room. No water in the house in 2020. There are 3 bedrooms including a master suite with its own bathroom. Garage is 22 x 36.Extra shed 18' by 25' about 2023. The boiler was new in 2025. The property has a boat launch and fruit trees, 2 apple, 1 plum, 3 peach, and grape vines. In 2014, new siding, roof, kitchen, and 2 new bathrooms. Also in 2014, the electrical box was new. 2018 a new septic system was added. All the windows were replaced in 2014 and 2018. A pleasure to show. OPEN HOUSE- Sep 17th-4:30pm-6pm

5494 N Lake Sanford Road, 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
4849 N Skenes Road, Sanford
$430,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 50221820 MLS
Sanctuary on Skenes! Welcome to 4849 N. Skenes Road, a secluded 40-acre retreat where nature, privacy and peaceful country living take center stage. Surrounded by woods, wildlife and wide-open space, this property offers the kind of serenity that's increasingly hard to find. The property adjoins over 13,000 acres of state land along the west and south border, creating incredible opportunities for hunting, exploring and year-round outdoor recreation right outside your door. The completely updated home features 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms with a fresh, move-in-ready interior and plenty of room to settle in and enjoy the quiet surroundings. Whether you're watching wildlife from your own property, enjoying the changing seasons or simply appreciating the peace and seclusion of 40 private acres, this is a place designed to slow down and enjoy the outdoors. Outside, you'll find a 39'x23' pole barn offering additional room for storage, equipment, recreational vehicles or outdoor gear, plus an additional 39'x14' lean-to. Whether you're searching for a full-time home, private retreat, recreational property or hunter's paradise, 4849 N. Skenes Road offers a rare combination of seclusion, natural beauty and exceptional access to the outdoors.

4849 N Skenes 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
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