Nestled south of Sanford along the Lee / Harnett County line, Broadway was formed in the late 1800's by early settlers coming to the area to distill turpentine, due to the plentitude of pine trees. At that time there was a post office that catered to Harnett and Moore County (some of which is now Lee County). Later farming grew to become the predominant industry of the area. To this day, farming still plays a large role.    Broadway has become a mecca for those who want the quiet, compassionate ways of a small community. Yet, Broadway is experiencing growth of many quality housing developments and small businesses to help make this town an even better place to shop and do businessQuoted as the "incarnate Mayberry", Broadway carries a unique sense Broadway carries a unique sense of t... 09/07/2007

My family decided to visit the NC Veterans' Memorial in Broadway, NC this Memorial Day.  Our local school system decided that Memorial Day would be a school day this year, so we visited after school let out.  It was a beautiful spring afternoon and this memorial was a beautiful place to visit.  The memorial is located on the corner of Main Street and McLeod Avenue, just across from Broadway Elementary School. As you approach the memorial, there are two main plaques.  This plaque is to the right of the gazebo.  This plaque has the symbols of the branches of the Armed Forces and has a beautifully worded statement about how American Forces have helped to provide the freedoms' we hold so dear to this day. A similar plaque is to the left of the gazebo.  This plaque outlines the purpose of t... 05/28/2007

The wonderful town of Broadway, NC is hosting a celebration of its centennial on the weekend of April 20-22, 2007.  This celebration will include:Friday April 20th Lee County Orchestra performance at Broadway Elementary at 5pm Saturday April 21stBroadway Police, Lee County Sheriff, Cape Fear Fire Dept, Central Carolina EMS display at Cape Fear Fire Department Station from 10am to 1pmAntiques car, truck, and tractor display at Crossroads church from 10am to 1pmCraft and food fair in the town hall parking lot from 10am to 5pmWalking history tour starts at Community center at 2pmEssay contest winners announced at Broadway Elementary School at 4:30pmTown Musical at Broadway Elementary School at 5pmBuffet with live DJ at community center 6-11pmSunday April 22ndDedication of Centennial Clock ... 04/02/2007

Broadway is a small community in Lee County North Carolina.  It has a population of just over 1,000 and prides itself as "Mayberry Incarnate", and a visit to Broadway can seem a bit like a step back in time.  Broadway is located about 8 miles Southeast of Sanford along the border between Lee and Harnett Counties.  The Broadway area was first settled in the late 1800s to harvest turpentine from the surrounding pine forests.  The town was named for a broad clearing in the surrounding pine forests.  Farming later became the main occupation, and farming continues in the area to the present day.  Broadway was officially incorporated in 1907, and celebrates its 100th anniversary this year!  Broadway is growing by attracting those who seek a quiet, friendly place to call home. The photo at le... 03/10/2007

Underwood is a subdivision in Broadway, NC. Underwood is near the heart of Broadway, down the street from the caution light, post office, and town hall. Broadway is a small community of just over 1,000 that is about 8 miles southeast of Sanford, and a short distance to the Coty plant. Broadway is a quiet community that prides itself as "Mayberry Incarnate". Underwood currently has about 40 lots but an additional tract of land is reserved for future development. Lots in Underwood range from 1/3 to over 1 acre with the average lot being about 1/2 acre. The first homes were built around 1996 and new homes continue to be built.Between January 2005 and January 2007, four homes sold in Underwood. Prices ranged from $199,900 to $232,400 with an average sales price of $215,000. To find out mor... 03/09/2007

Thomas Place is a new subdivision in Broadway, NC. Broadway is a small community of just over 1,000 that is about 8 miles southeast of Sanford and near the Coty plant. Broadway is a quiet community that prides itself as "Mayberry Incarnate". Thomas Place is near the heart of Broadway, just down the street from the caution light, post office, and town hall.Thomas Place is a relatively small development with about 30 lots ranging from 1/3 of an acre to over an acre. The first homes were built in 2000 and lots are still available. A range of different homes have been built from modest ranch style homes to larger cape cod and two story homes. Some lots are flat with crawlspace foundations and others are sloped with daylight basements.Between January 2005 and January 2007, eight homes sold ... 03/09/2007

Edgewater Estates is a subdivision in Broadway, NC.  It has homes built around a 10 acre lake.  Broadway is a small community of just over 1,000 that is about 8 miles southeast of Sanford.  Broadway is a quiet community that prides itself as "Mayberry Incarnate".  Edgewater Estates is on the West side of Broadway, making it convenient to Sanford and the Coty manufacturing facility.  When the next sections of the US 421 bypass open later this year, this area will also be very convenient to Raleigh and the Triangle region.  Edgewater Estates was developed in the late 1960s and most of the homes were built during the 1970s and early 1980s.  The lots are generously sized and average over 1/2 acre.  Houses encompass a range of different styles including ranch, two story, cape cod, and conte... 03/09/2007