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October / November 2026, Issue 14

Positive Growth • WMF Hidden Gems • Carolinas Polocrosse Club

• Mortgage Rate Buydowns • Seasonal Events

O C T O B E R /N O V E M B E R 2026

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Welcome!

Welcome to Fall and the 14th edition of Sandhills Home Magazine

There is something about fall in the Sandhills that never gets old - the cooler mornings, changing light through the pines, outdoor gatherings and the feeling that the holidays are just around the corner. And, of course, fall brings my favorite holiday: Thanksgiving. I love gathering with family and friends, enjoying good food, reflecting on the things we are grateful for, and slowing down long enough to appreciate the people and places that make life special. There is certainly much to be thankful for. In this issue, we’re introducing you to polocrosse and the local Carolina Polocrosse Club, including their remarkable journey from the Sandhills to the World Championships in South Africa. We’re also continuing our Hidden Gems of the Sandhills series with a look at the sandy trails and beautiful landscape of the Walthour-Moss Foundation, one of America’s largest protected equestrian preserves. We’re also launching a new series exploring the positive side of growth in the Sandhills, highlighting the people, businesses, investment and opportunities helping shape our community’s future. On the real estate side, we’re taking an educational look at mortgage rate buydowns, including 2/1 and 3/2/1 programs and how buyers and sellers can use these tools strategically when negotiating a transaction. I’m also excited to announce a new community partnership with the Sunrise Theater and Weymouth Center for the Arts & Humanities. Sandhills Home Magazine is proud to sponsor community events at both venues and support the arts and culture that enrich our region. Be sure to check out Somewhat Petty, a Tom Petty tribute band at the Sunrise Theater, and Come Sunday Jazz on the lawn at the Boyd House at Weymouth Center in October. As always, I hope this issue gives you something new to discover, something to appreciate and another reason to explore the place we are fortunate enough to call home. New Construction in The Country From our Sandhills home to yours, Happy Thanksgiving! Audrey Wiggins

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Home in the Sandhills

by Audrey Wiggins • photos by Diane McKay

There are places you visit and places that slowly become part of you. For me, Moore County has always been the latter. It’s the quiet rhythm of life here, the pine-lined roads, horses grazing in the distance, and mornings that seem to invite you to slow down. It’s a Saturday spent wandering through the Village of Pinehurst, a round of golf with friends, an afternoon on the trails, or dinner downtown in Southern Pines. There’s space to breathe without feeling far away from everything. There’s a particular kind of beauty to the Sandhills. Historic towns and charming neighborhoods. Open fields and mature pines. Golf courses woven into the landscape. A thriving equestrian community. Local restaurants, small businesses, trails, schools, and the people who give these places their character. And woven deeply into the fabric of our community is something else that makes the Sandhills unique: our military and veteran community. For generations, Fort Bragg and the surrounding military installations have brought service members and their families to this area. Many came for a chapter of their lives and chose to stay long after their service ended. Their presence has shaped our schools, businesses, neighborhoods, churches, nonprofits, and community organizations. Veterans bring with them a strong sense of service, leadership, resilience, and an instinct to give back. That spirit is evident throughout Moore County and is one of the many reasons the Sandhills has such a strong sense of community. What keeps people here, and brings so many new families to the area, isn’t any one of those things. It’s the lifestyle they create together. After years of helping people buy and

sell homes throughout Moore County, I’ve learned that the house is often only one piece of the decision. People are choosing where they want their mornings to begin, where their children will grow up, how they’ll spend their weekends, and what they want everyday life to feel like. That’s why I believe finding the right home starts with understanding the life you want to live. And while we love the Sandhills for what it is today, we also have to acknowledge that it is changing. Moore County is growing. New families are arriving, businesses are investing, communities are expanding, and new opportunities are emerging. Growth brings challenges, certainly—but it also brings tremendous potential. The question isn’t whether we can stop growth. It’s how we embrace the opportunities that come with it while protecting the character, open spaces, traditions, and quality of life that make this place worth calling home in the first place. That’s the idea behind our upcoming series in Sandhills Home: The Positive Side of Growth. In the coming issues, we’ll take a closer look at the people, businesses, organizations, infrastructure, development, and community initiatives helping shape the future of the Sandhills. We’ll explore not just what is changing, but what those changes can mean for all of us - and the opportunities they create for the next generation. Because growth doesn’t have to mean losing what we love about this place. Done thoughtfully, it can mean investing in our communities, creating new opportunities, preserving what matters, and making an already special place even better. If that life happens to include a little more time outdoors, a slower pace, good neighbors, beautiful places, a strong sense of community, and plenty of reasons to get out and enjoy your day… maybe Moore County is worth a look. This is the Sandhills. And this is Home. SH

Making Today’s Mortgage Rates Work for You Mortgage rates remain one of the biggest factors influencing today’s real estate market. While buyers continue to hope for lower rates, financing costs remain considerably higher than the historically low rates many remember from the pandemic era. For buyers who are ready to purchase, however, waiting for rates to fall is not the only option. Creative financing strategies can help reduce the initial cost of borrowing—particularly when buyers and sellers are willing to think beyond simply negotiating the purchase price. One increasingly useful tool is a seller-paid interest rate buydown.

What Is a Rate Buydown?

A rate buydown is an arrangement in which money is contributed toward reducing a buyer’s mortgage interest rate, either temporarily or, in some cases, permanently. The funds can be provided by the seller as part of the negotiated terms of the transaction. Two common temporary buydown structures are the 2/1 buydown and 3/2/1 buydown. With a 2/1 buydown, the buyer’s interest rate is reduced by 2 percentage points during the first year and by 1 percentage point during the second year. In year three, the loan returns to the original note rate. For example, if the note rate is 6.75%, a 2/1 buydown could provide an effective rate of approximately: Year 1: 4.75% Year 2: 5.75% Year 3 and thereafter: 6.75% A 3/2/1 buydown provides an even greater reduction during the first three years: Year 1: 3.75% Year 2: 4.75% Year 3: 5.75% Year 4 and thereafter: 6.75%

Creative financing strategies can help buyers and sellers navigate today’s higher-rate environment The actual cost of a buydown depends on the loan amount, interest rate and payment difference. Funds are typically provided at closing and used to subsidize the buyer’s payments during the applicable period. Importantly, not every loan program or lender allows the same amount or type of seller contribution. Limits can vary based on loan program, occupancy, loan-to-value ratio and other factors. Buyers should have their lender determine the allowable contribution and cost before structuring an offer.

Think Beyond a Lower Purchase Price

Today’s buyers should consider the entire offer, rather than focusing exclusively on purchase price. For example, a buyer might make a stronger offer closer to the seller’s asking price while requesting a larger seller contribution toward allowable closing costs. Those funds could potentially be used to help fund an interest-rate buydown, subject to the buyer’s loan program and lender guidelines. This can create a compelling negotiating strategy. Instead of offering substantially below list price and asking for additional concessions, a buyer could offer a price much closer to the seller’s

desired number while negotiating for sellerpaid costs that provide a tangible financial benefit. The seller receives a stronger purchase price, while the buyer receives assistance with the cost of financing. Depending on the numbers, an offer at or near full price with a negotiated seller contribution could provide more financial benefit than a substantially lower purchase price with no financing assistance. The key is having the lender run the numbers before writing the offer.

Sellers Can Use Concessions Strategically, Too

The same concept works in reverse. For sellers, offering assistance with a buyer’s closing costs can be a powerful negotiating tool - particularly when paired with a full-price offer. Rather than automatically reducing the list price, a seller might consider offering a contribution toward the buyer’s allowable closing costs, potentially structured around an 80% loan-to-value scenario, provided the buyer’s loan program and lender permit the contribution. This allows the seller to maintain the property’s contract price while providing the buyer with meaningful financial assistance at closing. For a buyer, funds that can reduce the cost of financing may be more valuable than the same dollar amount as a reduction in purchase price. Again, the exact amount and permitted use of the contribution must be confirmed by the buyer’s lender. The 80% LTV example is a potential negotiating strategy—not a universal concession limit. Continued on next page

An Expert Can Help Make the Numbers Work

Rate buydowns can sound compli-cated, but the right lender can make the options much easier to understand. My trusted partner is Sherry Shepherd with Alcova Mortgage. Sherry is an expert at helping buyers and sellers evaluate rate buydowns and determine how seller concessions can be structured to provide the greatest benefit within applicable lending guidelines. She can help buyers compare different scenarios, including monthly payments, upfront costs and the potential benefits of each option. That information can then become part of the overall negotiation strategy.

Why This Matters in the Sandhills

As inventory has increased and buyers have more choices, today’s market requires more thoughtful negotiation from both sides. Buyers don’t necessarily have to choose between paying today’s mortgage rates and waiting for rates to fall. Temporary rate buydowns can make today’s purchase more manageable. Likewise, sellers don’t necessarily have to choose between holding firm on price and making a concession. A wellstructured closing-cost contribution can give a buyer an incentive to move forward while allowing the seller to preserve the property’s contract price.

The key is understanding that price isn’t the only negotiable term in a real estate transaction. Interest rates, closing costs, repair credits, concessions and timing can all be used to create a transaction that works for both parties.

The Bottom Line

Today’s mortgage market may look very different from the historically low-rate environment many buyers remember, but buyers and sellers still have options. For buyers, a strategic offer combining a competitive purchase price with seller-paid closing costs could potentially provide more

financial benefit than simply negotiating for a lower price. For sellers, offering a thoughtful concession—particularly when paired with a strong or full-price offer—may help make a property more attractive without reducing the advertised price. In a changing market, creative negotiation can be just as important as the number written on the offer.

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Women's #3 Kat Liner accepts a pass on the run while Aubrey blocks out a Zambian player

A Bit of Polocrosse Background The sport of polocrosse began in 1938 and was developed in Australia by horse breeders Mr. and Mrs. Edward Hirst, with the help of Australian horseman Alf Pitty. The first official public demonstration of polocrosse took place in 1939 at the Ingleburn Horse and Pony Club Grounds in Australia. Our own organized sport of polocrosse in the Carolinas began in November 1998, when the Moore County Pony Club held a clinic outside Raeford, conducted by members of the United States Pony Club (USPC) Polocrosse Committee. Approximately 15 mounted members of the Carolina Region Pony Club attended, and the clinic was deemed highly successful. With the enthusiasm for polocrosse, the first Carolinas Region USPC Polocrosse Rally was created the following April. The American Polocrosse Association (APA) was contacted and became involved, and soon adults came on board as well. Polocrosse in the Carolinas was off and running. On May 1, 2000, Manny and Dana Diemer, along with others, founded the 10

Carolinas Polocrosse Club (CPC), dedicated to spreading the sport of polocrosse throughout the Carolinas. In 2000, while scouting a field to host a tournament, the Diemers visited the Pinehurst Harness Track. They ran into Brigadier General Robert L. Johnson, a longtime Sandhills resident and one of the few celebrated polo players whose career spanned seven decades, from the 1930s to 2004. He was singlehandedly maintaining the interior of the one-mile track, where Pinehurst polo was being played. At that time, the sport of polo was slowly dying out in the area, and he was excited for the prospect of the field continuing to be used. Johnson was instrumental in helping the Diemers gain access to and use of the field. He became the spokesperson to the Village of Pinehurst to secure permission for the polocrosse tournaments to be held at the track’s location. Since then, all CPC tournaments have been held there. The sport’s popularity reflects its family-oriented nature, and often multiple family members compete together in divisions.

Polocrosse in the Pines and the Playing Fields of Africa

by Diane Mckay • Zambia photos by Gareth Vidmar, Zimbabwe photo by Bridgete Henderson, all others by Wade Liner /contributed

Men’s #3 Rahul Desai carries the ball downfield while being marked by a Zambian player

Today’s Polocrosse Competitions World Cup tournaments are held every four years, and the inaugural tournament was held in 2003 at Morgan Park in Warwick, Queensland, hosted by Polocrosse Australia. It featured eight countries, with Australia claiming the world championship title. Currently, the eight countries that will be participating in the 2027 tournament are South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Australia, New Zealand, the UK, Ireland, and the USA. Players try to get as much international play and practice time as possible ahead of the World Cup. In January of this year, Team Manager Wade Liner and the US men traveled to New Zealand for a test match against the New Zealand men.

In May, the UK team came here to play test matches against the US team, and in August, our US members traveled to Zambia and Zimbabwe to play against those teams. The first of the three matches was held in Zambia at the Leopards Hill Polocrosse & Cricket Club on August 14-16 for the SEA Series 2026 International Polocrosse Test Series. The second set of matches was held in Zimbabwe, at Thorn Park in Harare, August 21-23. When polocrosse is played internationally, the host countries supply the horses for the visiting teams, including those used for umpires. Those countries provide two pools of horses and, from blind draws, each team draws 20 horses. See Polocross in the Pines, next page

Team USA, Left to right: Coach James Hackland, Rahul Desai, Francios Keokemoer, Kat Liner, Houston Hutcherson, Emma Strider, Lilly Poe, Aubrey Shuttles, Asst Coach Sarah Desai, and Manager Wade Liner.

Polocrosse in the Pines continued from previous page

Some horses are designated for men and some for women. Decisions for horses pertain to riders’ size and/or weight, and they are given a brief description of each horse’s way of going to help with that process and to create a game plan. Within three days of practice beforehand, the players are allowed a short 10-minute ride on each horse to see which suits them best, so they can ride and compete at their best. Each rider gets two horses, and by the day before matches begin, they sort out who rides which horses. The visiting teams take their own saddles, helmets and clothing, but all other horse and playing equipment is provided. In the end, USA played brilliantly in both countries, with many of their match scores coming in very close. They are grateful to the South African Polocrosse Association and all the horse owners who trusted them with their incredible, superior horses, and for their hospitality. The US team, sporting their new jerseys provided by the generous sponsorship and support of Bomber Equestrian, is a kick-start for them to two incredible weeks of competition, adventure, laughter, friendships, and memories that will last a lifetime. The US players are extremely grateful for the continuous support of the American Polocrosse Association (APA) on this journey as they begin building toward the Polocrosse World Cup in July 2027. Local horsewoman and longtime polocrosse advocate and supporter, Donna Verrilli of Spindletop Farm, is an invaluable part of the team and CPC, standing by them every step of the way. Since its inception, the Carolina Polocrosse Club has been a major force on the US polocrosse scene. Its members have been selected for national and international teams. As manager Wade Liner states: “Our trip to Zambia and Zimbabwe was a huge success for our young team. In addition to competing at the new site of next year’s World Cup, the experience of playing abroad on unfamiliar horses is invaluable as Team USA begins to ramp up training and preparation for the 2027 Polocrosse World Cup in Harare, Zimbabwe.” “Many lessons were learned, and many friends were made! It’s been a pleasure, and we thank the host countries for their hospitality! We can’t wait to see them again in July of next year for the Polocrosse World Cup!”

USA WOMEN Captain - Kat Liner - NC Emma Strider - VA Lilly Poe - MD Aubrey Shuttles – TX USA MEN Captain – Rahul Desai - NC Francois Koekemoer - NC Houston Hutcherson - TX OFFICIALS Wade Liner - Team Manager Coach - James Hackland Sarah Desai - Assistant Coach Team USA Roster and Player Profiles Rahul Desai has been playing since childhood, holds a handicap of 10, and his favorite playing position is 3. His best polocrosse memory is playing in two World Cups alongside his wife. His motto: Vision without action is a dream. Action without vision is a nightmare. Houston Hutcherson has been playing for 22 years, has a 10 handicap, and favors positions 3 or 1. His best memory is winning his first A-grade Nationals buckle. His motto: The impediment to action advances action. What stands in the way becomes the way. Francios Koekemoer has been playing for 6 years, has a 9 handicap, and loves playing position 1. His best memory is beating the UK in 2026. His motto: Fear kills more dreams than failure. Kat Liner has been playing for 18 years with a 9 handicap, and her favorite position is 3. Her best memory is the Woman of the Match award against Australia at the 2024 World Cup. Her motto: Success isn’t owned, it’s leased, and the rent is due every day. Emma Strider has been playing for 22 years and has a 9 handicap, and position does not matter. Her best memory is the USA vs UK 2026 test matches. Her motto: The strongest teams aren’t remembered for never failing; they’re remembered for always getting back up. Aubrey Shuttles has been playing for 17 years with a handicap of 9, and will play any position. Her best memory is the week in Ireland with the USA U21 Test Team. Her motto: Let’s Go!! Lilly Poe, at only 16 years old, has been playing for 7 years with a 7 handicap. Her favorite position is 1 or 2, and her best memory is winning nationals. Her motto: Practice like you’ve never won. Play like you’ve never lost. SH

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Hidden Gems of the Sandhills Trails of WMF The second in a series of unique and not-so-well-known places in the NC Sandhills By Cassidy Oeltjen • Photos courtesy of_____

As the weather cools off, those traveling There are three down US 1 in Moore properties that County can’t help but comprise the Moss Foundation: the Main WMF, the North notice the gathering of horse trailers located near the May Country, and the Hunter Trials Field. All three locations offer Street intersection. Equestrians from all different backgrounds unique opportunities and their own bits of charm. flock to the Walthour-Moss Foundation to enjoy the 4,000+ The main WMF property has numbered “Firelanes” which acres of preserved wilderness. are wide, easily identifiable, paths cut through woods. They But understanding and exploring the thousands of acres are great markers for finding your way around, and give you a can be a little bit daunting, and knowing where the prized clear path home if you meander off on one of the side trails. gems are hidden can feel like finding a needle in a haystack. The North Country doesn’t have as clear of navigational clues, but offers quiet, pristine trails bordered by beautiful farms. While experiencing the howling of the Moore County Hunter Trials Field located on Old Mail Rd a quarter mile Hounds and the beauty of the traditional hunt can be down off of Youngs Road and offers plenty of fun, inviting magical, it also be quite the surprise if meeting them jumps. From this field there are also numerous trails that unexpectedly. meander around the farms on that side of Youngs, or there is During fox hunting season (October -March), Moore a trail that parallels Old Mail Rd until it crosses Youngs Road County Hounds use the grounds for their weekly hunts as onto the Foundation. well as special events. This means that on a given Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday, there could be a pack of hounds and fields of hunt members cruising through the pines. For those who like to soar above the ground, the Hunter Visiting the Moore County Hounds website (www. Trials Field has a variety of jumping obstacles. Scattered moorecountyhounds.com) will provide information about throughout the foundations are many single fox-hunting type any special events, and the contact information to find out fences of various sizes. The ‘Mailboxes’ parking area offers more information about their yearly schedule. easy access to the line of logs on Firelane 2, Firelane 3 also has Visiting other online resources will also prove useful to its own collection of logs in a row with the same inviting feel. planning ahead. The Walthour-Moss Foundation website These are easiest to access via the Equestrian Road Parking. (www.walthour-moss.org) and Facebook Group both have Doub’s Field offers the Foundation’s ‘Hidden Gem’ for information about other events that use the land, plus the jumping, featuring a true hunt field experience - hedges, rules, maps, emergency information and importantly, the coups, and logs to jumps with a sandy track to gallop release of liability.

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around. Accessing Doubs Field can be a bit tricky for the inexperienced Foundation rider, but it’s worth the adventure. Closest parking is at the Mailboxes, taking an immediate right and staying on the perimeter trails heading northeast for about a half a mile. Maureen Grippa and ‘The Gaited Gang’ ride the trails nearly every day and they have their own favorite spots. “We’ll start with Firestone Lake at Magnolia Hill and Sweetheart Lake at Moor Meadow,” she explains. “These beautiful lakes take on a new look with every season, and the horses love wading in for a drink or a cool-down on a hot summer day. A little splashing can quickly turn into a surprise bath for both horse and rider!” Speaking of surprises, there’s one that can definitely cause a gasp if riders are luckily enough to spot him. “On the Main Foundation, keep an eye out for the ‘drowning man’” shares Grippa. “We found him on one ride, and then it took many more rides to find him again. I suspect he gets moved from time to time, just for fun.” The Main Foundation is also home to the Cemetery and the Bench, where riders on Firelane 3 can stop to pay tribute to the equestrians who came before us and have left their legacy to watch over everyone riding on the Foundation.

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Oct & Nov

NATIVE IDENTITY This exhibit showcases works by local Native American artists, highlighting how art becomes a way to shape, reclaim and express personal and community identity. Through a range of styles and techniques, viewers will see how each artist translates lived experience, heritage and belonging into their work. Featured artists include Shantonia Chavis-Bullard, Marcus Dunn, Betty Mangum, & Karina McMillan.

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Events Around the Sandhills October 2

November 6, 2026

Native Identity - Arts Council of Moore County

Sunrise Theater First Friday Concert Series

opening reception 6-9pm. “Native Identity” showcases works by local native American artists. Nov 6 - Dec 19.

Psycodelics - FREE concert on the Sunrise lawn, downtown Southern Pines, 5-9pm. sunrisetheater.com

November 7, 2026

October 2-3

Southern Pines Veteran’s Parade 10am

Cameron Antiques Street Fair

Shopping, food and fun, includes all Antique Shops & merchants in hiatoric downtown Cameron with over 100+ antique dealers. 9am - 5pm, rain or shine.

Celebrate Southern Pine’s patriotism and pay tribute to our veterans. Exciting aerial entertainment and an impressive lineup of parade participants. Opening ceremony at 9:30 am,

October 3, 10

O’Donnell’s Pub Chili Cookoff Fundraiser

November 8, 2026

Potters’ Pumpkin Patch Trail

Five of the famous Seagrove pottery shops team up to give trail visitors a true fall experience with ceramic designs of pottery pumpkins, gourds, woodland creatures, autumn leaf pottery, and more. potterspumpkinpatch.com October 3

AutumnFest - Southern Pines

In its 48th year, enjoy 100+ booths of talented artists, creative crafters, handmade artisans, delicious food, & live entertainment. 5K race Fun Run/Walk, Youth Sprint Races. Downtown Southern Pines 9am-4pm. mooreart.org October 10-11

Supporting Special Forces Chapter 62 and the Southern Pines “old Boys” Rugby Club, $10, 12-3pm, Southern Pines November 11, 2026

Gulley’s Garden Center / Nomad Jax Street Fair

10am-4pm: SE Broad St. will be closed with 30+ vendors, petting zoo, food & beverage trucks, LIVE MUSIC all day November 14, 2026

Helicopter Ball Drop Raffle at Mid South Club to benefit Prancing Horse Center 10:40 am

Numbered ball closest to the pin wins 1st prize of $3,000, 2nd prize $1,500. golfballdroppers.com/view/event/214 November 14, 2026

Somewhat Petty Concert sponsored by Audrey Wiggins Real Estate

Firsthealth Pinehurst Turkey Trot

& Little Gobbler Fun Run 8:30-11am - Village Arboretum, 395 Magnolia Rd. The oldest Turkey Trot in NC!

Sat Oct 10 7:30 pm • Sun Oct 11 3:00 pm sunrisetheater.com

November 26, 2026

Thanksgiving Day Opening Meet & Blessing of the Hounds

October 17

Holly Arts and Crafts Festival

The Annual Holly Arts and Crafts Festival features over 200 hand-craft vendors. Downtown Pinehurst shops and restaurants participate with specials and sales. Food court and family picnic area at Tufts Memorial Park. 10am-4pm.

Thanksgiving morning ‘Blessing of the Hounds’ brings over 1,000 spectators to celebrate heritage, sport, and community. The event marks the opening meet for the Moore County Hounds - an area tradition for well over a century. Cameron’s Meadow Walthour Moss Foundation 10am. moorecountyhounds.com

October 18

Prancing Horse Farm Tour sponsored by Audrey Wiggins Real Estate

November 28, 2026

Christmas Tree Lighting

Features 5 unique equestrian properties to benefit the Prancing Horse Center for Therapeutic Horsemanship. Self-guided horse farm tour is scheduled for 11am-4pm. prancing-horse.org

Town of Southern Pines, First Bank Stage at Sunrise Theater, 250 NW Broad St., 4:30-7:00 pms

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EMERALD FIELDS 257 CHampions Ridge Drive Southern Pines

520~NPinehurst Bethesda Rd Old Town Southern Pines

3BR/2.5BA/ 2,800 sq. ft. 6BR/4.5BA/ .8 Acre Lot4,965 sq. ft. 1.98 Acres Weymouth Heights

Southern Pines

3BR/2BA/ 2,272 sq. ft. 3BR/2BA/ 2,272 ft. Champions Ridge at Midsq. South Champions Ridge at Mid South

$2,295,000 370 Bracken hill rd ~ CAMERON 3BR/3.5BA/ 4,895 sq. ft./22.03 Acres

CARTHAGE/SOUTHERN PINES/PINEHURST

AUDREY WIGGINS 910.315.3032 AUDREY WIGGINS AUDREY WIGGINS

Audrey1Realtor@gmail.com 910.315.3032 910.315.3032 510 NW Broad St. Audrey1Realtor@gmail.com Audrey1Realtor@gmail.com Southern Pines, NC 28387 510 NW St. 510 NWBroad Broad St.

Southern Pines, Southern Pines,NC NC28387 28387

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$350,000 2188 US 1 Hwy $314,900

Cameron 160 T Johnson Road Carthage 3BR/2BA/ 1,343 sq. ft.

$345,000

$319,000 160 T Johnson Road $282,500

Carthage 149 Forest Place 3BR/1BA/ Aberdeen 1,365 sq. ft.

$609,900

$1,100,000

2.98 Acres + Storage Shed 2.83 Acres + Workshop/Barn 3BR/2BA/ sq. ft. Road 160 T Johnson Rd1,365 301,288 Dalrymple 3BR/1BA/ sq. ft. 257 Champions 1,353 Sq. Ft. 382 Sq. Ft. Old Town carthage .46 Acre Lot 2.83 Acres + Workshop/Barn Ridge Drive Pinehurst Unfinished Basement Unfinished FencedBasement backyard 2.83 Acres with Southern Pines 382 Sq. Ft. workshop/kennel above ground pool Unfinished Basement 3BR/2.5BA/ 2,800 sq. ft. 3BR/1BA/ 1,365 sq. ft.

3BR/2BA/ 2,272 sq. ft.

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