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Alamance County Real Estate
Alamance County is located in central North Carolina, just east of Orange County, and is home to Burlington, Mebane, Snow Camp, Haw River, Graham, Gibsonville, and Elon. Alamance County is a popular spot for first time homebuyers, as homes are affordable and conveniently located within an easy drive to RTP and Greensboro, where many residents work.
To learn more about Alamance County, check out the information below. To view homes for sale by location, click on the links on the sidebar to the right, or scroll down for a complete list of homes for sale. We also have a New Homes in Mebane page, which has all the current new home inventory in the Mebane area.
History
The original residents of Alamance County included the Sissipahaw or Haw Tribe, and many of the names in the area reflect this history, including Saxapahaw and the Haw River. European settlers came to the area in the 1600s. The county was (according to legend) named after a local Native American word for mud, based off of the Alamance Creek. In the late 1700s, the Occaneechi tribe purchased their land in Alamance County and began a Homeland Preservation Project. In the 1800s, as the textile industry grew, several mills were constructed in Alamance County, some of which are still standing.
Background Information
Alamance County is 435 square miles large, and the population is around 160,000. The county is conveniently located between the Triangle (Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill) and the Triad (Greensboro, Winston-Salem, High Point).
Schools
Alamance County is served by the Alamance-Burlington School System, which serves around 23,000 students. Charter schools in the county include River Mill Academy (kindergarten - 12th grade), Hawbridge School (4th - 12th grades), and Clover Garden School (kindergarten - 12th grade). There are also several private schools in Alamance County, including The Burlington School (preschool - 12th grade), Bradford Academy (kindergarten - 10th grade), and Children's House Montessori (ages 2 - 15).
Colleges and universities in the county include Elon University, a small private university, and Alamance Community College.
Things to Do
Shopping
Popular spots for shopping in Alamance County include the outlet mall in Mebane, which hosts tons of outlets, including J.Crew, Banana Republic, Cole Haan, Le Creuset, and much more, and Alamance Crossing, a shopping mall in Burlington with stores like American Eagle and Barnes and Noble. The Streets at Southpoint, a large shopping mall in Durham, is about a 40 minute drive from Burlington.
There are also some great antique shops in Alamance County, including Granddaddy's Antique Mall in Burlington and Gibsonville Antiques in Gibsonville.
Entertainment
Downtown Burlington is an up and coming area with lots to do. During the summers, check out 4th Fridays - on the 4th Friday of each month, there is a music festival downtown with food trucks, craft beer, activities for kids, and more. The city hosts a variety of other events throughout the year, including a Halloween celebration. Other active downtowns in Alamance County include Mebane and Graham.
For live music, check out the Haw River Ballroom in Saxapahaw, a gorgeous music venue in an historic cotton mill. The Haw River Ballroom has hosted popular bands including Sufjan Stevens, Drive by Truckers, and Tallest Man on Earth.
Dining
Alamance County hosts a range of dining options. At Alamance Crossing, you'll find classic chain restaurants, including Red Robin, Coldstone Creamery, Buffalo Wild Wings, and Brixx.
The Eddy, a pub and restaurant in Saxapahaw, features locally grown food with a menu that is updated seasonally. Another delicious option for fine dining is the Mebane Downtown Table.
One of our favorite coffee shops, Filament Coffee, is in downtown Mebane. Also in Mebane, you'll find Blue Ribbon Diner, a classic diner that was featured as one of the 57 favorite places locals love to eat by Our State magazine, with a second location in Burlington.
Outdoors
Alamance County boasts tons of outdoor activities for its residents to enjoy. The Haw River Trail runs through the county and is part of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail, a trail that runs from the Great Smoky Mountains to the Outer Banks. There are also 14 paddle trails along the Haw River.
Cedarock Park is a 500 acre park located in the southern part of the county, and boasts miles of hiking trails and equestrian trails, disc golf courses, fishing ponds, camping, and much more. The park also has a restored historic farm, including a house, cabin, barn, farm animals, and more. Great Bend Park, another popular park, features hiking, fishing, and more.
Homes for Sale in Alamance County
Great brick ranch, has been fully remodeled. Updated plumbing and electrical, roof less than 10 years old, New Cabinets, granite countertops, refinished hardwoods, new 12...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2369514 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Country one-level living but so close to everything! Only 8 minutes from downtown Mebane, even closer to the interstate. Open living areas with spacious bedrooms on 1.32 ...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2367987 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
CUTE HOME IN NEED OF JUST A FEW UPDATES! GREAT STARTER HOME OR INVESTMENT PROPERTY! THIS 3BR/1.5BA RANCH COMES WITH ATTACHED CARPORT, STORAGE ROOM, AND 16 X 12 STORAGE BU...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2369492 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
"Come on Over, We've been expecting Y'all" Charming ranch on .21 acres with NO HOA fees! Enjoy privacy in your fenced-in back yard perfect for splashing in the above grou...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2367549 MLS
- COMING SOON Status
Lovely country home next to Saxapahaw! Just renovated – new paint and carpet 1 acre open lot with plenty of space for garden or to fence in for pets and animals. 2 she...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2366046 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
One Story Home with an Open Floor Plan, Living Room w/Vaulted Ceiliing and Fireplace, Kitchen w/Eat in Breakfast Area, Formal Dining Area, Master Bedroom w/Double Vanity,...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2369387 MLS
- COMING SOON Status
3 BR/2B with vaulted ceiling on wooded lot offers great privacy. Features include Master bedroom w/ dual vanities, WIC, oversized rear screened in deck great for relaxati...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2368241 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Beautifully and private Home on 1.10 acres with plenty of privacy!! Enjoy your days on the Beautifully front porch , This home has been full renovated, Gorges Kitchen, G...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2356559 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
WOW! Don't miss this AMAZING home! Need 5 bedrooms? Looking for CHARACTER? Look no further. FRESHLY PAINTED, spacious home ready for MOVE-IN. Owner's bedroom and full...
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2366846 MLS
- COMING SOON Status
NEW CUSTOM CONSTRUCTION TO BE COMPLETED LATE SPRING 2021! Over 1200 SQ FT w/ 3 bedrooms & 2 baths. Luxury VINYL PLANK flooring throughout, stainless appliances, granite c...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2360829 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
This American Foursquare, circa 1915 features large wrap around front & side porch to gather with family & friends. Gracious foyer, original hardwoods in foyer, living ro...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2358690 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Welcome to Henry's Farm, the Liberty Plan offers an open Living area on the main level with powder room and Spacious master bedroom with large walk-in closet, two additio...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2366343 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Lovely and Unique Corner lot!!! Built in 2018 2 story home. Very spacious room and open to your family needs! Master bedroom on the first floor, 2 car garage and much mor...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2365223 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Welcome to Henry's Farm. The Bellemont plan features a spacious and open living area with a living and family room, eating area and large kitchen w/ granite countertops o...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2366337 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Beautifully restored & renovated 1885 mill house in Historic Glencoe Mill Village. Large chef’s kitchen w wonderful work spaces, lots of storage & cozy kitchen fireplace....
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2336200 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
THE CAMERON: This awesome new home features 3 bedrooms up, and flex space for bedroom, dining, or study on main level, 2.5 baths, upstairs loft, Family room with lots of ...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2356694 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
1-Level Southern Alamance Living with the ULTIMATE detached shop/garage. The 2440 SQFT Detached Shop includes a 619 SQFT heated/cooled bonus room upstairs (not included i...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2368970 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Stunning home! Wonderful open floor plan, beautifully appointed w/ crown molding, coffered ceilings in D/R, engineered h/w floors, top of the line s/s kitchen appls, gas ...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2365736 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Lives like a Ranch w/full 1 bedroom basement Apt! Great for inlaws, teens or even a Master Retreat! 4 bedroom home w/hardwood & tile floors, formal dining & living rooms ...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2363516 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Welcome to Tatum's Ridge. The Union plan offers 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Open living Floor plan. Hardwood flooring in the main living areas w/Tile Baths & Laundry, Carpet i...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2362371 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
WOW! One of the prettiest streets in W. Burlington. Well-loved Cape Cod, early 20th Century on large lot near the ARBORETUM and Willowbrook Park. Brick paved walk leads ...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2368537 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Welcome to Tatum's Ridge. The New Hope plan is a 2 Story, 4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath, w/ 2 Side entry Garage and large Storage Utility Room. The main floor features a study or ...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2362379 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Welcome to Mackintosh! Fielding Homes Presents the Reverie, a elegant Master down Abode situated in a lakefront community with resort style amenities and coveted waterfro...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2319174 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Welcome to Whispering Meadows. The Brookside features a Open living/kitchen area, FP in living room, separate dining room and covered screen porch. There is also a firs...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2367135 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Fielding Homes is proud to present the Aura. This open plan features Large open areas for gathering and entertaining on the first floor complete with a full gust suite an...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2320895 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
The Fortuna offers an elegant display of classical symmetry & modern home design, its open floor plan incorporates a pleasing blend of formal spaces & open layout. First ...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2320903 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Gorgeous tumbled brick 2 story home with open floor plan, custom moldings & vaulted ceilings in desirable Mill Pointe subdivision. Hardwoods on first floor, except master...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2347244 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Alamance County NC Acreage. 94+/- Acres with 3 BR, 2 BA Farmhouse. Located in Snow Camp NC Just off Greensboro Chapel Hill Rd. Easy access to Greensboro, Chapel Hill or B...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2350198 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
27 acre farm perfect for family farm or your own estate. Homesteaders will appreciate the half-acre organic garden, the blueberry bush grove near the spring house, fruit ...
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 2355927 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Rare find in Southern Alamance. This beautiful 2600 sq ft home is nestled on a little over 11 acres. This split floor plan 3BR 3 Bath home hosts bright and open Living an...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2365593 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
PRICE REDUCED! Gorgeous Brick Ranch home with +6 Acres, very well maintained, 40 minutes from Durham. 6 Bedrooms 4 bathrooms plus a large basement. MUST SEE
- 6 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 2355297 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
This beautiful property has it all & will accommodate the modern-day lifestyle as you live, work, & play all from home!Many options for home offices,large bonus room,work...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2368058 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Stunning 41.41 acre property in desirable Mebane in Alamance County. Features a 3 Bedroom/2 Bathroom house built in 2018. Large living room that leads into the dining roo...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2330361 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Luxury custom home on tranquil cul-de-sac, nestled on 2 lots. Grand home offers formal living & dining rms w/unique dual entry staircase which flow to sun-filled family r...
- 6 Beds
- 7 Baths
- 2333961 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
LOCATION!! LOCATION!!! GOLF COURSE MUST SEE!! Light-filled almost new custom built beauty by McDowell/Jordan Bldrs. 3 houses to Alamance CC & its amenities(restaurant, po...
- 5 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 2346798 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
27.28 working farm w/60 year history as a horse breeding farm, boarding & training facility & horse show venue. 4 residences on property. 23 Stall barn w/ office, hayloft...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2359495 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Luxury Custom 3 Story Home w/Finished Bsmt/ Grand Foyer w/Curved StairCase. Formal Dining Rm w/Lovely Views. Gourmet Kitchen w/Custom Glazed Cabinets, Granite Counters, B...
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 2367617 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Rare opportunity in May's Lake Community! Stunning unique Tudor style home with gorgeous view of May's Lake. This home features an abundance of luxury finishes including ...
- 6 Beds
- 14 Baths
- 2358089 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
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