Lightfoots Furnace, Salisbury, MD
Lightfoots Furnace — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Lightfoots Furnace, Salisbury, Maryland. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the Maryland Real Estate Commission (MREC) licensing database.
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Lightfoots Furnace Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Lightfoots Furnace is a residential neighborhood located in the northern part of Salisbury, Maryland. It offers a quiet, suburban atmosphere with convenient access to the city's main commercial corridors and the University of Maryland Eastern Shore.
Housing & Real Estate
The neighborhood primarily features single-family homes, many with spacious yards, reflecting its established, family-friendly character. With a median home value of approximately $241,100, it represents an affordable entry point into the Salisbury housing market.
Schools & Education
Families in Lightfoots Furnace are served by the Wicomico County Public School system, with students often attending nearby Pinehurst Elementary. The neighborhood's proximity to Salisbury University and Wor-Wic Community College provides easy access to higher education.
Parks & Recreation
Residents enjoy nearby green spaces like the Leonard's Mill Pond park area for walking and relaxation. The central location also provides quick drives to the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center and the Salisbury City Park for community events and activities.
Local Dining & Shopping
The neighborhood is just minutes from the North Salisbury Boulevard retail corridor, featuring a wide array of national chain stores and restaurants. For more local flavor, downtown Salisbury's dining and boutique shopping scene is only a short drive away.
Who Lives Here
Lightfoots Furnace is a neighborhood of working families and professionals, with a median household income around $61,849. The community has a diverse demographic mix, including university staff, healthcare workers, and long-term residents who appreciate its stable, convenient location.
Lightfoots Furnace Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $241K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1K/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $62K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 74.5% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 25.5% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 0.5% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 19973 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Lightfoots Furnace, Salisbury
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: Maryland Real Estate Commission (MREC) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-17