
Community Profile
Moore County is located in North Carolina and as of 2000, the population was 74,769. The county seat is Carthage.
Founded in 1784, it was named for Alfred Moore, an officer in the American Revolutionary War and associate justice of the Supreme Court of the United States.
Moore County has many golf resorts in the Southern Pines/Pinehurst area, and has played host to the 1996 and 2001 Women's U.S. Opens as well as the 1999 and 2005 Men's U.S. Opens. The Women's Open returned to Southern Pines in 2007.
As a result of the area's rare combination of prestige and isolation, many celebrities escape to this area from time to time. Among those who frequent or have private homes in the area are Michael Jordan, Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus, and Sean Connery. Past residents of the area include Annie Oakley, Adlai Stevenson, Harvey Firestone, and John D. Rockefeller.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,828 km² (706 sq mi). 1,807 km² (698 sq mi) of it is land and 21 km² (8 sq mi) of it (1.13%) is water.
As of the census² of 2000, there were 74,769 people, 30,713 households, and 21,959 families residing in the county. The population density was 41/km² (107/sq mi). There were 35,151 housing units at an average density of 19/km² (50/sq mi). The racial makeup of the county was 80.25% White, 15.50% Black or African American, 0.68% Native American, 0.44% Asian, 0.05% Pacific Islander, 2.20% from other races, and 0.88% from two or more races. 3.99% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
By 2005 78.0% of the county population was non-Hispanic whites. 5.1% of the population was Latino. 14.8% of the population was African-American.
There were 30,713 households out of which 26.70% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.10% were married couples living together, 10.20% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.50% were non-families. 24.90% of all households were made up of individuals and 11.30% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.38 and the average family size was 2.81.
In the county the population was spread out with 22.10% under the age of 18, 6.60% from 18 to 24, 25.80% from 25 to 44, 23.80% from 45 to 64, and 21.80% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females there were 93.00 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.80 males.
The median income for a household in the county was $41,240, and the median income for a family was $48,492. Males had a median income of $31,260 versus $23,526 for females. The per capita income for the county was $23,377. About 8.00% of families and 11.40% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.60% of those under age 18 and 10.10% of those age 65 or over.
Cities and towns found in Moore County include: Cameron, Carthage, Foxfire, Pinebluff, Pinehurst, Robbins, Seven Lakes, Southern Pines, Taylortown, Vass, West End and Whispering Pines.
Housing Market Update
August 01, 2009 through to August 31, 2009 there were 02 Single Family Homes Sold. Average Sales Price $263,500 Average Days on Market (DOM) 196. During the same time frame there were 03 New Listings entering the market with the Average Asking Price $446,666.
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Community Profile
Situated on the outskirts of Vass, Woodlake is a resort and golf community the covers over 3,000 acres. The Woodlake Country Club has two golf courses, one designed by Dan Maples and the other by Arnold Palmer. The historic clubhouse overlooks the 1,130 acre lake, the largest private man-made lake in North Carolina, offering fine dining with impressive views. The impeccably maintained grounds make Woodlake pleasing to the visitor and resident alike.
Housing Market Update
August 01, 2009 through to August 31, 2009 there were 02 Single Family Homes Sold. Average Sales Price $263,500 Average Days on Market (DOM) 196. During the same time frame there were 03 New Listings entering the market with the Average Asking Price $446,666.
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Wayne and Lynda Gomillion
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Community Profile
Centered on Thagard's Lake, Whispering Pines is a private residential golf course development, which in 1969 became the first municipality in the state to be officially designated as a village. The quiet charm, golf, lake activities and country club lifestyle of Whispering Pines has much to offer both young families and active retirees.
Offering eight lakes, three championship golf courses in a tranquil Village setting, Whispering Pines offers close proximity to the towns of Southern Pines and Pinehurst, within a ten minutes drive, offering excellent restaurants, modern shopping plazas, and small quaint specialty shops. Nearby Sandhills Community College offers a wide variety of lectures, concerts and exhibits, including one of the most popular horticultural gardens in the state. Please contact us for more information about Whispering Pines North Carolina.
Housing Market Update
August 01, 2009 through to August 31, 2009 there were 09 Single Family Homes Sold. Average Sales Price $260,644. Average Days on Market (DOM) 192. During the same time frame there were 18 New Listings entering the market with the Average Asking Price $312,672.
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Community Profile
Southern Pines, North Carolina is a jewel of the South and widely known for its flourishing equestrian community as well as the relaxing rhythm and eclectic mix of quaint to sophisticated shopping and dining experiences. Southern Pines offers something for everyone with personal residences ranging from upscale family sized homes in quiet and gracious neighborhoods to somewhat smaller scaled homes, suitable for empty nesters, active retirees and first time home buyers. As you leave the tree lined streets of the business community you'll discover the area locals refer to as "horse country" and there you find a collection of over 400 horse farms of various sizes, in one of the major equestrian centers in the eastern United States. Whether youre interested in golfing communities, equestrian properties or an active retiree venue, Southern Pines, North Carolina is definitely worth your time.
Housing Market Update
August 01, 2009 through to August 31, 2009 there were 16 Single Family Homes Sold. Average Sales Price $255,675. Average Days on Market (DOM) 174. During the same time frame there were 44 New Listings entering the market with the Average Asking Price $396,685.
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Wayne and Lynda Gomillion
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Community Profile
Seven Lakes is a private and gated community featuring two country clubs. Member owned, the Seven Lakes Country Club features a beautiful and challenging 18 hole championship course and offers one of the best tennis programs in North Carolina. The Beacon Ridge Country Club is owned and operated by the developer and also offers an 18 hole golf course with hartrue tennis courts and swimming pool. Amenities in Seven Lakes include several private lakes, Lake Auman is the largest and is 1000+ acres in size and is suitable for power boats and has a marina with private beach. In addition there are community horse stables, tennis courts, club houses, resturant, and country clubs. The Seven Lakes also offers swimming pools and a privately owned fitness center and is located minutes away from a top ranked medical facility, First Health Moore Regional Hospital, an exceptional medical facility, which is one of many valid reasons to the Seven Lakes area in beautiful Moore County, North Carolina.
Housing Market Update
August 01, 2009 through to August 31, 2009 there were 08 Single Family Homes Sold. Average Sales Price $235,187. Average Days on Market (DOM) 225. During the same time frame there were 15 New Listings entering the market with the Average Asking Price $276,554.
View a full and printable version of the Housing Market Update at our website and please contact us with your questions, comments and referrals.
Thank you for your interest and the privilege of serving you!
With our highest regard,
Wayne and Lynda Gomillion
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"The friendship and referrals of those we serve is the foundation of our success."
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PinehurstRealEstate.us | Pinehurst-NC.us | PinehurstHomeTeam.com | PinehurstAreaRealEstateBlog
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