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Oxford, NC, population of about 8,600, is a growing small town with a vibrant downtown area and a rich history. It’s becoming a popular destination for home buyers who want the benefits of a smaller community - neighborhood block parties, kids riding their bikes to school - while working in RTP, Durham, or Chapel Hill.
History
Incorporated in 1816, Oxford was a primary site for the cultivation of the “bright leaf” variety of tobacco and the businesses drawn to Oxford created a thriving local economy. A brick commercial district downtown, schools, banks, hardware stores, churches, professional offices, and even an opera house found a place in Oxford by the late 19th century.
The 20th century brought huge changes to Oxford. Camp Butner, established at the beginning of World War II to serve as a staging area during the war, took over much of the tobacco fields. Folks left to find opportunities in larger cities. In the 50s and 60s, city leaders started outreach to bring new industries to Oxford and surrounding Granville County. They were successful! By the 1980s, the economy ceased to be primarily agricultural but 38 major manufacturing industries called Oxford home.
Today, manufacturing still plays a key role in Oxford and the small town is also home to an economy where small businesses, entrepreneurs, and the arts thrive.
Community
Downtown Oxford is the center of most community events, parades, and festivals. The most popular festival each year is the NC Hot Sauce Contest & Festival, whose motto is “The only festival taking pride in making grown men cry!” Thousands visit Oxford to sample hot sauces from around the state, view a classic car show, listen to live music, and even participate in a pepper eating contest.
The Granville County Chamber of Commerce hosts three Alive After Five events each year, one of which is always held in Oxford, providing an opportunity for local businesses to meet each other and the community at large. Food and beverage vendors are featured along with local musicians - and there’s dancing!
Other yearly events include a Lighting of the Greens and Christmas Parade, Veterans Day parade, a Spooktacular Candy Stroll for Halloween, Easter Egg hunt, and a Back to School Bash.
Food & Drink
For a small town, Oxford features a wide range of locally-owned restaurants beyond national chains. The Main Street Oasis is a family-style, fine dining restaurant. Lunch features sandwiches, wraps, salads, a salad bar, burgers, and fresh-baked bread. Dinner is candlelight, fine tablecloths, and food that includes NY strips, ribeyes, filets, chicken, sushi-grade tuna, mahi-mahi, and salmon.
The Strong Arm Baking Co. serves a selection of breakfast and lunch sandwiches for pick-up Tuesday - Saturday. Julia and Thomas Blaine, the duo behind Strong Arm, also deliver a wide variety of breads, pastries, and main dishes throughout the Triangle area each week. I personally get the Strong Arm “Porch Drop” where they come to your home once a week and drop off all kinds of goodies. For example, it’s currently Summer and we got an “Orange Creamsicle Bowl” delivered last week - delicious!
Harvest Restaurant offers lunch Monday - Friday, sandwiches, salads, and desserts with the freshest local farm foods while George’s offers a variety of foods such as pizzas, pasta, subs, salads, plus entrees of beef, fish, and chicken. Homemade desserts and a full bar are also available.
Also popular is Uptown 101 is known for its tender prime cut rib-eye, lamb chops, and weekly specials. They feature live music on Friday and Saturday nights.
Oxford is home to the Tobacco Wood Brewing Company, the first female veteran-owned brewery in NC. In addition to a wide variety of craft beers, TWBC also serves a selection of wings, sandwiches, tacos, BBQ, and desserts.
Shopping and Entertainment
Downtown Oxford is home to the Hub on Main, where you can find craft beer, fine wine, specialty gifts, and gourmet food; they are also in the process of developing a downstairs art gallery. Nan’s is a children’s boutique in Downtown Oxford that has served the community since 1986 and offers fun and unique quality children’s clothing. Remember When Antiques offers antiques and home decor for both home and garden.
Also downtown is a restored Art Deco theater, the Orpheum at Oxford, which is now a performance and event venue. The Granville Museum houses three exhibit rooms, conference room, and archival storage, along with a permanent art exhibit on Granville County's rich history and culture.
More than 200 historical properties are within easy walking distance of downtown; there is a self-guided walking tour through Historic Oxford.
The City of Oxford is creating a Sculpture Trail, a series of outdoor sculptures from both local artisans as well as other NC sculptures, to be placed in the most well-traveled locations in downtown Oxford by the end of summer, 2022.
Neighborhoods in Oxford
In Oxford’s historic districts, you’ll find everything from bungalows to 20th-century mansions. Many of these homes have been restored, but there may be a few gems waiting for the right restoration-minded homeowner.
Historic homes for sale can be found around $250k with 1500 sq. ft. while smaller homes, not restored, can be found under $200k. Larger homes, 3-4 bedrooms in 2500+ sq. ft., start around $320k and can easily reach $500k+. If you're interested in historic homes, also check out our Historic Homes Raleigh and Historic Homes Durham pages.
There are many neighborhoods surrounding downtown that are also a combination of historic, ranch, and suburban homes, and some even have larger lots. Nearby Meadowbrook for example, has homes for sale under $250k, with most under 1300 sq. ft. Other neighborhoods in this area include Green Acres and Rollingwood which has smaller 3 bedroom, 2-bath homes for around $200k.
Overall, the median home price for sale in Oxford is $275k, or about $150 per sq. ft. New communities include Oxford Park, a planned community with larger homes, a great pool complex and athletic park, and lots of sidewalks; it is just minutes from I-85. Another new community is Lexington Park, where 3 bedroom, 2-bath homes start around $250k. Oxford is really focusing it's efforts on providing affordable housing to the area, which is desperately needed.
While Oxford continues to bring in new jobs, primarily in new manufacturing or expansion of existing companies, it is also attracting new housing development, with three current projects on the books expected to add an additional 1,000+homes to the area.
Easy access to downtown and major highways.You can built your dream home here. City utilities available
This listing is for Lot 3. Two more lots are also available off Sterl Carrington Road just 8 min. North of downtown Oxford. Soil work has been done and all 4 lots perk f...
Cleared Lot, Homesite previously had a 2 bedroom 1 bath single wide manufactured home on lot. Home has been removed. Well and septic still on lot. 0.97 Acres. Spectrum...
Excellent opportunity to renovate and update! 2 bedroom 1 bath home with tiled, roll-in shower, wood floors in some rooms, living room, den ,plus small dining room. This ...
Manufactured home, 3 bedrooms 2 baths in a rural location on over an acre lot. Home has a Living room and additional Family room. Contact List agent for additional questi...
Gorgeous building lot just under 1.5 acres. Hardwood Trees. Beautiful creek in the back of the property with nice level area for homesite towards the right boundary line....
Gorgeous building lot. Approx 1.28 acres. Hardwood Trees. Beautiful creek in the back of the property with nice level area for homesite. The drive to this property is in...
Located just a few blocks from downtown Oxford, this two address property has around 2600 sqft under roof. 4 separate entrances, 3 full bathrooms, kitchenette, Full glas...
BUILD YOU DREAM HOME ON THIS BEAUTIFUL PROPERTY WITH NO RESTRICTIONS! Consider building a Custom Home, Barndominuim, Passive Solar, Manufactured home or Modular home and ...
INVESTORS ALERT! 2 Homes 220 A&B on same .46 AC Lot! Both share Double Carport. 1st set of pictures go with 220B (Home in Back), Totally Renovated in 2017. 574 SF, 1 BR...
REDUCED by $50K to $150,000! .653 AC COMMERCIAL Lot Zoned O&I (Office and Institutional). Near Granville Medical Center, Other Doctor Offices and Dentist Office. Road ...
LOCATION! Approximately 725’ road front on Knotts Grove, visible to I-85 at Hwy 15 intersection (exit 202 access). NE property line borders Hatchers Run. According to Gra...
Great investment opportunity! Perfect chance to add 4 duplexes to your portfolio. All units are currently rented out. Two have been updated with fresh paint and new LVP f...
Great investment opportunity! Perfect chance to add 4 duplexes to your portfolio. All units are currently rented out. Two have been updated with fresh paint and new LVP f...
Great investment opportunity! Perfect chance to add 4 duplexes to your portfolio. All units are currently rented out. Two have been updated with fresh paint and new LVP f...
Great investment opportunity! Perfect chance to add 4 duplexes to your portfolio. All units are currently rented out. Two have been updated with fresh paint and new LVP f...
PICTURES COMING ON MONDAY ..... Cute all brick ranch in popular Oxford. Eat-in kitchen, separate den area, new seamless gutters. This home offers a large, fenced back ya...
Classic Ranch w/ Contemporary Upgrades on Awesome 1 Acre Lot w/ NO HOA - Walking Distance from Up & Coming Downtown Oxford! Loaded w/ Custom LVP Flooring, NEW Fixtures, B...
Mostly open 1.39 acre tract with road frontage on Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue. Directly across from Fidelity Bank. This is a busy commercial area in the city limits of ...
Location. Location. Location. Welcom Home Neighbor. Your new home in the growing city of Oxford is this 1901 quaint downtown brick ranch that has been updated. Very well ...
Absolutely gorgeous and charming, completely renovated bungalow in downtown Oxford! Rocking chair front porch for days! Walk to the quaint downtown and enjoy dining, shop...
Endless Possibilities! This property includes a Store/Grill(1376 square feet). Residential home 4 bedroom 1 bath(1673 square feet). Large detached garage 24x36(formerly B...
Endless Possibilities! Home on 3.45 acres. Includes store and grill building. Also has a large detached garage 24x36(formerly Berea Fire Station). Also has another detac...
Welcome to this beautiful, fully renovated home in the heart of Oxford! The 4BR/2BA home has been freshly painted and has all new flooring. Step inside to the living room...
Wow!! This 3 bed/2.5 bath 2 story home is the perfect 1st home located on a Cul-de-sac. The Great Room has Family & Dining Rooms that lead to Kitchen. The kitchen offers ...
Mostly open 4 acre tract with 224 feet of road frontage on Highway 15, a busy commercial area in the city limits of Oxford. Zoned Highway Business that allows for multi b...
HIGH TRAFFIC AREA at popular I-85 intersection Oxford Exit 204 Beside Shopping Center & Fast Food Chains. Land is zoned B-2; Highway Business. Great location for office s...
HIGH TRAFFIC AREA at popular I-85 intersection Oxford Exit 204 Beside Shopping Center & Fast Food Chains. Land is zoned B-2; Highway Business. Great location for office s...
85.9 acres for sale in Granville Co. Mostly level property with mid aged and mature timber that was thinned last year. Property has 876 ft of paved rd frontage and loggi...
Up to $10,000 towards closing cost or rate-buy-down! Motivated Seller! Beautiful large home on 1 ACRE within city limits of Oxford! Roof and carpet are only one year old ...
Open 4 bedroom floor plan with optional In-Law suite downstairs! (could be 5th bedroom). Enjoy this open concept with a large great room that flows right into the kitchen...
Spacious ranch style home with optional finished upstairs bonus room. This home presents the perfect open floor plan for hosting gatherings or events. You can also enjoy ...
Timberland property for sale in Granville County, North Carolina. The land includes 1,350 feet of frontage on Goshen Road, percable soils (see Soil Report), managed, matu...
Easy commute to Durham/RTP. 3 Bedrooms & 2.5 Baths. Master on the Main Level! Formal Dinning Rm and breakfast Rm. Kitchen with granite counter tops, stainless appliances,...
Easy commute to Durham/RTP. 3 Bedrooms & 2.5 Baths. Master on the Main Level! Formal Dinning Rm and breakfast Rm. Kitchen with granite counter tops, stainless appliances,...
One of the Most Affordable New Construction homes in the County! Easy commute to Durham/RTP! Master on the Main Level! Possible $5000 in Closing Cost! 3Bedrooms & 2.5 Bat...
One of the Most Affordable New Construction homes in the County! Easy commute to Durham/RTP! Master on the Main Level! Possible $5000 in Closing Cost! 3Bedrooms & 2.5 Bat...
Price Reduced $24000! New Construction! Easy commute to Durham/RTP! Master on the Main Level! Possible $5000 in Closing Cost! 3 Bedrooms & 2.5 Baths. Formal Dinning Rm a...
Custom Home with a country feel by Lawrence Homes Inc. on almost an acre and a half wooded lot. The main living area provides Luxury Vinyl floor, open floor plan, firepla...
Adorable New Custom 3 bed/2.5 bath Home w/country feel by Lawrence Homes Inc. on over an acre wooded lot. The main living area provides Luxury Vinyl floor, open floor pla...
Custom Ranch Home, 4bed/3bath, by Lawrence Homes Inc., with the country feel you've been looking for. The main living area provides Luxury Vinyl floor, open floor plan, f...
Reduced $30,000 for quick sale! Possible $5,000 Closing Cost Available! Ready to move in New Construction! Easy commute to Durham/RTP. Master on main level. Kitchen has ...
Beautiful Northern Granville Co land for sale with long frontage on Little Grassy Creek. Property features a mixture of mature and growing hardwoods, pine, percable soils...
Outdoorsman Dream Farm! Approx. 80 Acres with Historical Updated Hunters Cabin. This Farm Has it All! A 4 AC Stocked Pond, Food Plots, ATV Trail System, Sheds and Cabin w...
This is a beautiful 80 acre, mostly wooded tract of land with approximately 5 acres of pasture with a white fence near the road frontage that could be perfect for horses....
Reduced $10,000! 4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath on 1.66 Acres in City limits. Easy commute to Durham/RTP/Airport. Home sets of the road for privacy in town. Large welcoming front po...
This former residential mini-farm near downtown Oxford is a gently sloping right to left and front to back. The property is surrounded by Commercial and light industrial ...
Long gated drive back to the orig 1920's home, 2 other homes of no value, barns and views of pastures/woods. Amazing opportunity, to buy the old Franklin Farm in Granvill...
Space for everyone! this 6 bedroom home sits at the end of the road with trees behind and lots of great outside living areas to enjoy the quiet! The lower level is a comp...
Charming home situated on 5 acres. First floor features entry foyer, master suite with fireplace and two large 2 walk in closets. Master bath includes walk in shower and ...
Great investment opportunity! Perfect chance to add 4 duplexes to your portfolio. All units are currently rented out. Two have been updated with fresh paint and new LVP f...
11.4 Acres located at one of Oxford's busiest intersections. Minutes from I-85 off Exit 206 & 204. 30 miles from Durham, 43 Miles to RDU . Zoned B3. Incredible space of s...
This is a gorgeous country farm with 175 acres of both open and wooded rolling acres. Enjoy the country road scenery with old homesite with power, sheds, 2 ponds for fish...
Multiple commercial lots in a great location just minutes away from Interstate 85. Restaurants and retail also nearby. Pricing varies.
Montague Industrial Centre is a 134.4 acre industrial park for sale in Oxford. The property features water, sewer, natural gas and has mostly level topography. The land ...
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