Buffalo, Sandy Ridge, NC
Buffalo — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Buffalo, Sandy Ridge, North Carolina. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the North Carolina Real Estate Commission (NCREC) licensing database.
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Buffalo Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Buffalo is a quiet, residential neighborhood within the broader community of Sandy Ridge, North Carolina. It offers a peaceful, rural-suburban atmosphere while remaining within reasonable commuting distance of larger Triad cities like Greensboro and Winston-Salem.
Housing & Real Estate
The housing market in Buffalo is characterized by affordability, with a median home value of approximately $165,200. Residents will find a mix of single-family homes, often on larger lots, providing good value in the region.
Schools & Education
Families in Buffalo are served by the Rockingham County School District. The neighborhood's proximity to several community colleges and universities in the Piedmont Triad area provides further educational opportunities for residents of all ages.
Parks & Recreation
Outdoor recreation is centered around the natural landscape, with nearby access to the Mayo River and hiking trails in the surrounding woodlands. Community parks and athletic fields in Sandy Ridge provide spaces for sports and family gatherings.
Local Dining & Shopping
Daily conveniences and casual dining are found in nearby Madison and Reidsville, offering a range of local shops and restaurants. For more extensive retail and commercial options, residents typically drive to the larger retail centers in Greensboro.
Who Lives Here
The neighborhood has a median household income of around $54,259, reflecting a middle-income, working-class community. It is a family-friendly area attracting those seeking a slower pace of life and more space than urban centers provide.
Buffalo Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $165K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $571/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $54K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 79.3% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 20.8% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 0.0% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 27046 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Buffalo, Sandy Ridge
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Buffalo
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: North Carolina Real Estate Commission (NCREC) — 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