Benson is a small town in central North Carolina. Located in southeastern Johnston County, you can find this small town approximately 30 minutes south of Raleigh. With a growing population of residents seeking out a country life, Benson is quickly becoming one of the most popular towns near Raleigh, NC.
Things to Do & Places to Visit in Benson, NC
Benson comes alive once a year for its infamous Mule Days Festival, among the biggest festivals in North Carolina, drawing up to 60,000 visitors to the town. Held on the 4th Saturday of September every year, Mule Days is full of activities and family fun for old and young alike. The festival lasts for a whole weekend and is packed full of bluegrass shows, parades, camping, carnival rides, street dancers, street vendors, arts and crafts, rodeos and a mule-pulling contest. The parade alone attracts around 20,000 visitors and you can expect to see hundreds of unusual entries, buggies, mules and horses. People travel from all over to attend the festival and free trolley rides are offered up until 1am for the duration of the festival.
If you fancy a change of scene and need to refresh your mind and rejuvenate your soul, then a drive to some of the fresh and welcoming seaside towns on the Atlantic Ocean is only a 90 minute drive away. Benson’s national historic district contains 104 contributing buildings which includeprominent examples of Bungalow/American Craftsman and Late Victorian-style buildings and architecture which date back as far as the early 1900s. Johnson-Lee House circa 1925 is such a building, and showcases the beautiful architecture and wonderful craftsmanship of the era.
After all this excitement you are no doubt feeling peckish, so why not head over to El Charro Mexican Restaurant for the best refried beans in town. Want to build the perfect body? Then you are in the right town. Forrest Fitness Gym houses the very latest state of the art equipment, so you can while away your days whilst getting fit too.
Finding a New Construction Home for Sale in Benson, NC
Benson is a great place for people who want to invest in living in a community with new homes for sale. 131 new home communities offer 1,710 available new homes, ready to build, starting at just $209,900. With spacious floorplans featuring up to 17 bedrooms in 4,821 square feet, it's easy for home buyers to find their dream home. New homes for sale in Benson are affordable and fit any home shopper's style, so whatever your preferences are, let NewHomeSource support you to find the perfect home for you.
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Market Overview: New Construction in Benson, NC
Here is a quick overview of housing developments in Benson, as well as the new construction outlook for new build homes in Benson:
| City | Benson |
| State | North Carolina |
| Metro Area | Raleigh Durham |
| Subdivisions | 131 |
| Quick Move in Homes | 631 |
| Homes Under Construction | 493 |
| Starting Price | $209,900 |
| Average Price | $317,804 |
| Price Per Square Foot | $122 |
| Home Builders | 34 |
| Builders in Benson | - True Homes
- Smith Douglas Homes
- Mattamy Homes
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Customizable Options in Benson
| Floor Plans Available | 721 |
| Bedroom Count | 2 to 17 |
| Bathroom Count | 2 to 4 |
| Square Footage Range | 1,140 to 4,821 sq/ft. |
