Downtown Sanford
Downtown Sanford is located in the heart of Lee County, the southern base of the state's famed Research Triangle region. Here, the best of small-town life blends easily with high-tech industry to produce an unrivaled quality of life.
Downtown has several strong businesses that have been in business for more than 30 years.
Downtown has several groupings or clusters of business uses that together, generate customer traffic and sales. The six largest business clusters are antiques & furniture; artisans, craftsman & antiques; theater & children's cultural activities; automotive parts and service; financial & professional services; and local restaurants.
Downtown's lower rent structure provides opportunities for ownership and lease rates unavailable elsewhere in the County.
There has been a significant increase in real estate transactions downtown. Property disposition is often an important precursor to subsequent renovation and property enhancement.
The downtown has a National Register district whose buildings have remained relatively intact.
Downtown is convenient to adjacent residential areas and a welcome alternative to cookie cutter shopping centers.
Downtown Sanford has an adequate supply of both on and off street parking. Identified problems are being addressed through more efficient use of existing spaces and better management practices.
Downtown Sanford, Inc. Downtown Sanford, Inc. is a 501c(3) non-profit dedicated to the economic health and quality of life in Downtown Sanford, North Carolina. Downtown Sanford, Inc. (DSI) strives to continually fulfill its mission, which is as follows:
The mission of DSI is to manage the development of Downtown Sanford as the primary economic, cultural, and social center of the community; to educate the community on the unique assets and historical significance of the downtown area; and to promote and stimulate the improvement of these assets.
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