Horace, ND Real Estate and Neighborhood Guide
Horace used to be a quiet small town south of Fargo. These days it is one of the busiest new-construction markets in the metro. Builders are putting up whole subdivisions, a brand-new high school just opened, and families keep moving in for the combination of new homes, new schools, and a little more space. If you want a brand-new house in the Fargo-Moorhead area, Horace is one of the first places to look.
Housing in Horace
New construction is not just part of the Horace market, it is the market. The subdivisions break down by price tier. Southdale Farms is where you find the most reachable entry points, with new builds sometimes available under $400,000. Cub Creek and Rivers Edge sit in the mid to upper range with custom touches. Lost River is executive-level custom homes on bigger lots. The style throughout leans modern farmhouse: open-concept two-stories, big kitchens, large primary suites, and three-stall garages. You can buy a finished spec home ready to move into, or go full custom on your own lot.
One thing to budget for from the start: special assessments. These are how North Dakota cities fund new streets, water mains, and storm sewer, and in new subdivisions they can add a meaningful amount to your monthly payment. A builder’s quoted price is not your total cost of ownership, so ask for the full picture before you sign.
Horace home prices
The estimated median sale price in Horace is around $400,000 (estimate based on recent new-construction listing data). Most of what sells here is new: recent listings show 3 to 4 bedroom new builds from the low $300s into the $500s depending on size, finishes, and lot. Because so much of the inventory is new, you get modern floor plans but you also pay new-construction prices plus those assessments.
Schools in Horace
Horace is served by West Fargo Public Schools, which is a big part of the draw. Horace Elementary serves the younger kids, Heritage Middle School covers grades 6 through 8, and Horace High School is the district’s newest high school, built to serve the southern growth areas. New schools, modern buildings, and a fast-growing student community.
Commute and location
Horace sits just south of Fargo along Sheyenne Street and 76th Avenue. You are about 10 to 15 minutes from south Fargo shopping and dining, and 20 minutes or so from the medical corridor or downtown. I-29 is an easy drive west. It feels like small-town living with the metro close enough that you never feel far from anything.
Lifestyle
Horace still has a small-town core with local events and a slower pace, but the growth is bringing new parks, trails, and commercial development along with the rooftops. It is quieter than West Fargo, with more open sky and less traffic. Families like that their kids can walk to brand-new schools.
Who Horace is best for
Buyers who want new construction, full stop. It is also a strong fit for families chasing the newest schools in the West Fargo district, and for upsizers who want a bigger lot and a custom build without leaving the metro.
Horace real estate FAQ
What is the median home price in Horace, ND?
The estimated median is around $400,000, driven mostly by new construction. Entry-level new builds can start in the low $300s, with custom homes running well into the $500s. (Estimate based on recent listing data.)
What are special assessments, and do Horace homes have them?
Special assessments are charges cities use to pay for new infrastructure like streets and sewers. They are common in Horace’s new subdivisions and get added to your property taxes, so factor them into your monthly budget.
What schools serve Horace?
West Fargo Public Schools: Horace Elementary, Heritage Middle School, and the new Horace High School.
Is Horace ND a good place to build a new home?
If you want new construction in the metro, Horace is one of the best options. Just go in with eyes open on assessments, lot premiums, and upgrade costs so the final number does not surprise you.
Thinking about buying or building in Horace? I will run a free home valuation on your current place or walk you through new-construction options. Call or text Jamie Lessard, Realty Xperts, at 701.540.3129.