Story-and-a-Half Homes for Sale in Fargo, ND

Story-and-a-half homes are often the most affordable way into single-family ownership in Fargo, and they come with character you won't find in newer construction. The layout — a full main floor plus a partial upper level tucked under a sloped, dormered roof — frequently includes a main-floor bedroom, with additional bedrooms or a bonus room upstairs. Fargo's story-and-a-half inventory concentrates in the city's established neighborhoods: north Fargo near Oak Grove and NDSU, and the older central and south-central areas. These are classic Cape Cod and bungalow homes, many with hardwood floors, built-in cabinetry, arched doorways, and mature lots — the kind of charm that draws first-time buyers, renovators, and anyone who prefers character over cookie-cutter. Value is the headline. Fargo story-and-a-half homes commonly run from the $180,000s to around $300,000, with the median near $260,000 — typically below the city's rambler, two-story, and bi-level medians. That makes them a strong entry point for first-time buyers and a popular target for buyers who want to add value through updates. A couple of practical notes: the upstairs sloped ceilings (knee walls) create cozy bedrooms but reduce usable floor area, so measure if you have specific furniture in mind. Many of these homes are older, so factor in the age of the roof, windows, and mechanicals — we can help you read the inspection and budget accordingly.