Laura Cruz

As a dedicated and passionate Realtor® in Fayetteville, Hope Mills, Spring Lake, and surrounding areas, I specialize in helping clients find their perfect homes in the heart of the Sandhills region of southeastern North Carolina. With experience in the Golden State of California, I bring a deep knowledge of the real estate industry and rich experience in marketing and technology that I like to use for the benefit of my clients.
My approach is client-focused and personalized. I ensure that each person I work with feels supported and informed throughout the process. Whether you are a first-time buyer, looking to relocate, or seeking investment opportunities, I am here to guide you every step of the way.
Beyond real estate, I am a bilingual military spouse, Latino activist, and founder of the NGO Poder Colombia USA. I have experience in communications, community development, and marketing in nonprofit organizations, government, and the private sector. 
When I am not helping clients, I love to serve my church and community, practice French with the Fayetteville French Circle, and explore scenic trails in the area with my husband, friends, and dog.
$359,995
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 769172 MLS
Ben Stout Construction proudly presents the Evelyn Plan in the highly sought-after Bedford Highlands community. This stunning home offers an ideal blend of comfort, style, and functionality. The main floor features a spacious, open-concept living area with a bright family room, dining space, and beautifully designed kitchen complete with modern cabinetry, abundant counter space, and high-end finishes—perfect for entertaining or everyday living. The large primary suite offers a true retreat, featuring a private water closet, walk-in shower, and luxurious garden tub that creates a spa-like atmosphere. Two additional bedrooms and one and a half baths are conveniently located on the main floor, providing flexibility for guests, family members, or a home office. Upstairs, you’ll find a generous recreation room offering endless possibilities for a playroom, media space, home gym, or additional living area. Designed with quality craftsmanship and thoughtful details throughout, this home also includes a covered front porch and rear patio—ideal for relaxing or gathering outdoors. Located in the gated Bedford Highlands community in Raeford, residents enjoy resort-style amenities, including a swimming pool, clubhouse, playground, fitness center, and scenic sidewalks. With convenient access to shopping, dining, hospitals, golf, and Fort Liberty—approximately 20 minutes away—the Evelyn Plan offers the perfect combination of convenience, comfort, and modern living. Estimated completion late November 2026. Welcome home to Bedford Highlands!

308 Marlborough (Lot 437) Street, Raeford
$650,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 768913 MLS
Welcome to 519 Daylily Court, where you get the best of BOTH worlds with neighborhood living, just over an acre of land, AND your own saltwater pool! This home is packed with custom details from top to bottom, starting with a spacious foyer, dedicated den or office, custom half bath, and a DREAM kitchen featuring a massive island, floor to ceiling cabinetry, walk in pantry, and custom mudroom with tons of additional storage. The oversized dining room flows into the Carolina room with access to the covered back porch, while the family room features floor to ceiling built ins, a propane fireplace, and hidden mantel storage. Upstairs you’ll find all four bedrooms, including an incredible primary suite with its own sitting area, dual vanities, soaking tub, brand new walk in shower, and TWO large walk in closets, along with a full secondary bath and custom laundry room. LVP runs throughout the entire home with NO carpet, and most of the interior has been freshly painted. And then there’s the BACKYARD! Sitting on just over an acre, there is plenty of room to enjoy the saltwater pool, fully functioning outdoor kitchen, sauna, covered back porch, large fenced yard, chicken run with two coops, raised garden beds, and maturing fruit trees. Bring the chickens, start the garden, fire up the outdoor kitchen, and spend your summers by the pool! This is NOT your average neighborhood home. 519 Daylily Court has the space, the custom features, and an outdoor setup that is seriously hard to beat!

519 Daylily Court, Carthage
$284,545
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 769174 MLS
Welcome home to this beautifully designed ENERGY STAR® certified KB Home 1446 floor plan, perfectly situated on an expansive over half-acre homesite with a view! Offering the ideal blend of comfort, efficiency, and modern style, this thoughtfully crafted home lives larger than its square footage with an open-concept layout designed for today's lifestyle. The heart of the home features a stunning kitchen complete with a spacious center island, elegant white 42-inch cabinets, and a stylish white tile backsplash that creates a bright, timeless look. Overlooking the dining and living areas, this space is perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying everyday life. Throughout the home, you'll appreciate soaring 9-foot ceilings that create an open, airy feel. Durable vinyl flooring flows seamlessly through the entry, kitchen, dining, and living areas, while plush carpeting adds comfort to all bedrooms. The private primary suite offers a relaxing retreat and includes a ceiling fan for added comfort. Step outside to the extended patio, providing the perfect space for outdoor dining, grilling, or simply enjoying the peaceful setting of your oversized lot. Quality finishes continue throughout with Moen fixtures and KB Connect (single data outlet) technology to help keep you connected. The popular KB Home 1446 floor plan is designed to maximize every square foot, offering an efficient layout with spacious living areas, private bedroom accommodations, and functional storage throughout. Combined with ENERGY STAR® certification, this home delivers the modern features buyers want along with long-term energy savings. Don't miss the opportunity to own a brand-new home with stylish designer finishes, and the quality craftsmanship KB Home is known for, all on a rare over half-acre homesite!

467 Matthew Meadow Lane, Lillington
$355,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 769064 MLS
Welcome to 622 Chelsea Drive, where comfortable living, wooded privacy, and the Carolina Trace lifestyle come together! Located within Sanford's established gated golf and lake community, this 3-bedroom home offers an inviting floor plan, abundant natural light, major recent system updates, and outdoor spaces designed to enjoy the peaceful setting. Inside, high vaulted ceilings, skylights, and plentiful windows create a bright and open atmosphere. The living area is anchored by a beautiful brick gas-log fireplace, while the kitchen features granite countertops, abundant cabinetry, and generous workspace and storage. The spacious primary bedroom includes a private full ensuite and an impressive walk-around-sized walk-in closet. Several major components have already been updated, with a new roof, HVAC system, and water heater all installed in 2025—providing valuable peace of mind for the next owner. Additional features include attic storage and a 2-car garage complete with a utility sink. The outdoor spaces are a standout. A large covered front porch welcomes you home, while beautiful landscaping enhances the property's curb appeal. Out back, an oversized deck overlooks a wooded backdrop and fenced-in yard, creating a private setting for grilling, entertaining, pets, or simply relaxing outdoors. Even better, the Woodmere/Trentwood community pool, pickleball courts, and tennis courts are located only a few hundred feet from the back door, making it easy to enjoy neighborhood amenities without even getting in the car. Carolina Trace offers much more than a place to live. This gated golf and lake community features two Robert Trent Jones-designed golf courses, a 315+ acre lake, and multiple gated entrances for convenient access throughout the community. Optional country club membership provides access to additional amenities including a second pool, 24-hour accessible fitness center, fine dining, pro shop, driving range, putting green, and state-of-the-art golf swing evaluation technology. The location provides the peaceful surroundings of Carolina Trace while keeping everyday conveniences close. Shopping, restaurants, grocery options, and medical care are just minutes away, and Sanford continues to experience significant commercial growth with new retail, dining, and commercial development planned or underway, including Target and additional national retailers and restaurants. Convenient highway access also makes commuting toward Raleigh, Fort Bragg, and Southern Pines/Pinehurst straightforward while allowing you to come home to the quieter setting of Carolina Trace. Major 2025 updates, vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, a huge deck, wooded privacy, and neighborhood pool and tennis courts just steps away make 622 Chelsea Drive a property you'll want to see.

622 Chelsea Drive, Sanford
$140,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 769117 MLS
This three bedroom one and half bath home is located in the Jack Britt School district. This home has new LVP flooring and new carpet in the bedrooms. It has been freshly painted and new windows installed. Home has a large yard for entertaining. Come see this one today! It's a 15minute drive to Fort Bragg and ten minutes to downtown. Located in a well established neighborhood.

2101 Decor Street, Fayetteville
$390,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 769063 MLS
Golf course living, beautiful views, and the amenities of Carolina Trace come together at 640 Chelsea Drive! Situated on a beautifully landscaped golf-course lot overlooking the green, this all-brick, 3-bedroom, 3-full-bath home offers a desirable split-bedroom floor plan, generous living spaces, and exceptional storage with HOA fees including access to the pool, pickleball courts, and tennis courts within the Woodmere-Trentwood POA. Step inside to find high, smooth ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors, a welcoming fireplace, pocket doors, and a separate office/den perfect for working from home or additional flex space. The spacious kitchen provides abundant cabinetry and counter space, a pantry, and plenty of storage. The primary suite features a private ensuite with dual vanities, a jetted soaking tub, and separate his-and-her walk-in closets. Two additional bedrooms and two additional full bathrooms provide flexibility for family and guests. Outdoor living is just as impressive. Relax on the screened-in back porch with ceiling fan, step out onto the additional deck, and take in the golf-course views and incredible mature landscaping. A 2-car garage plus dedicated golf-cart storage makes this home especially well suited for the Carolina Trace lifestyle. Even better, the roof was replaced in 2025! Carolina Trace is a gated golf and lake community featuring two Robert Trent Jones-designed golf courses, a 315+ acre lake, and multiple gated entrances providing convenient access to and from the community. Optional country club membership provides access to additional amenities including a second pool, 24-hour accessible fitness center, fine dining, pro shop, driving range, putting green, and state-of-the-art golf swing evaluation technology. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of Carolina Trace without sacrificing convenience. Shopping, restaurants, groceries, and medical care are only minutes away, while Sanford continues to experience tremendous commercial growth with Target, BJ's Wholesale Club, Ulta Beauty, Whataburger, Olive Garden, Provision Ace Hardware, Firestone Complete Auto Care, a new-to-market grocery store, and additional retail and dining developments planned or underway. The location also provides convenient access to major highways for an easy commute toward Raleigh, Fort Bragg, and Southern Pines/Pinehurst. Golf views, 3 full bathrooms, an office, exceptional garage space, beautiful landscaping, and one of Sanford's most established gated communities—640 Chelsea Drive offers the space, setting, and lifestyle you've been looking for.

640 Chelsea Drive, Sanford
$331,637
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 769167 MLS
Discover the perfect blend of comfort, style, and privacy in this beautifully designed 2,115 sq. ft. ranch home situated on over one acre lot. This thoughtfully crafted home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an open-concept layout that's ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The spacious kitchen features a large center island, abundant cabinetry, and overlooks the inviting family room, creating the perfect gathering space. Both the family room and primary suite are pre-wired for ceiling fans for added convenience. Retreat to the private primary suite featuring a luxurious bath with a frameless glass walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms provide flexible space for family, guests, or a home office. Built with today's lifestyle in mind, this exceptional home offers the rare combination of spacious single-level living, modern finishes, and a private natural setting--all while remaining conveniently located near shopping, dining, and everyday amenities. Schedule your tour today!

104 Sugarcone Court, Lillington
$349,950
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 769168 MLS
Ben Stout Construction presents The Magnolia floorplan. A stunning 2-story with a first-floor primary bedroom. The open concept main floor boasts a family room with a fireplace that flows into the informal dining area. Enjoy the spacious kitchen island with space for seating. The first-floor primary suite features an ensuite with dual sinks and a large walk-in closet. The main floor has a laundry room and a half bath. The second floor includes three bedrooms, a full bath, and an open loft space. Continuing the appeal, Bedford Highlands in Raeford is a gated community in Hoke County offering comfort and amenities. Children attend Upchurch Elementary, East Hoke Middle, and Hoke County High. The neighborhood includes a clubhouse, swimming pool, fitness center, and walking areas, making it ideal for relaxed living with plenty of recreation. Located near shopping, dining, hospitals, golf and Fort Bragg (approximately 30-minutes). Estimated completion February 2026. Welcome Home!

352 Marlborough (Lot 433) Street, Raeford
$379,995
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 769163 MLS
Ben Stout Construction proudly presents the Williams Plan in the highly sought-after Bedford Highlands community. The spacious main floor features a family room with a fireplace, which seamlessly transitions into the bright kitchen, complete with a large island and quartz countertops, and a breakfast nook. The formal dining adds an element of elegance. The main-floor primary suite is complete with a luxurious bath featuring a walk-in shower, a large garden tub, and a private water closet. Upstairs, you will find three additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a media room. Located in the gated Bedford Highlands community, residents enjoy resort-style amenities including a swimming pool, playground, clubhouse, fitness center, and scenic sidewalks throughout. With its blend of modern finishes, open living spaces, and high-end details, the Williams Plan perfectly balances everyday comfort and timeless style—welcome home to Bedford Highlands. Estimated completion late October 2026.

774 Union (Lot 358) Street, Raeford
$325,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 769113 MLS
Move-in ready and beautifully maintained, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home with a bonus room offers the space, updates, and features today’s buyers are looking for! Major improvements include a new roof and HVAC systems in 2024, a beautiful back porch added in 2025, and a new hot water heater in 2026. The kitchen features newer granite countertops you will love! Inside, you’ll find a formal dining room, spacious great room with tall ceilings and a fireplace, and a versatile bonus room perfect for a home office, playroom, media room, or additional living space. Walk-in attic storage provides plenty of room to keep everything organized.Step outside and enjoy the large backyard and beautiful back porch—an inviting space for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying a quiet evening at home. The property is served by public water and sewer and also has a well for irrigation. Solar panels offer added energy efficiency and savings on your monthly electric bill.Located in a neighborhood with a walking trail and play area, this home also offers convenient access to I-295 for a quick commute to Fort Bragg and surrounding areas. Neatly kept, thoughtfully updated, and in excellent condition, this is truly a home you can move right into and enjoy!

3916 Barclay Way, Wade
$348,900
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 768722 MLS
Country living meets thoughtful modern design in this beautiful 1,800+ sq. ft. home situated on almost an acre! Offering 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a well planned layout, this home is designed for both everyday living and entertaining. Step inside to a welcoming open concept living space where the great room, dining area, and kitchen flow effortlessly together, creating the perfect gathering place for family and friends. The kitchen area had a large island, stainless steel appliances, and a walk in pantry with plenty of space to store all the small appliances. The great room features plenty of natural light and easy access to the covered porch, extending your living space outdoors and providing the ideal spot to enjoy the peaceful surroundings. The split bedroom floor plan offers privacy and functionality, with the spacious primary suite tucked away from the secondary bedrooms. The primary bedroom features TWO walk in closets and a private bath with seperate vanities, a walk in tiled shower, private water closet and plenty of storage. Bedrooms two and three are nicely sized and share a conveniently located full bathroom. A dedicated laundry area and attached two car side entry garage add everyday convenience, while the additional half bath is perfect for guests. With almost an acre of land, there is plenty of room to spread out, garden, entertain, or simply enjoy the privacy and tranquility of your own piece of the country. When looking for a home that combines an inviting open layout, private primary suite, outdoor living, and plenty of land, this one is worth a look! Be sure to take advantage of a 1% lender credit on the loan amount when financing through preferred lender Christy Strickland with Atlantic Bay Mortgage (910-574-2105). **LOCATION DOES NOT SHOW UP IN GPS CORRECTLY** From Hwy 87 turn on to Hwy 20- Homes are on the left before crossing Chickenfoot Road. From Hope Mills area, follow Chickenfoot Road into Bladen County and turn left onto Hwy 20 and homes are on the right.

3247 NC 20 Highway, Tar Heel
$352,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 768716 MLS
Welcome to the best of country living! This quality-built new construction home offers over 1,800 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a desirable split-bedroom floor plan on just under an acre in Bladen County. Step inside to a spacious great room that flows seamlessly into the dining area and kitchen, creating a warm and inviting space perfect for gathering with family and friends or enjoying a quiet evening at home. The well-appointed kitchen is sure to impress the cook of the house, offering abundant cabinet and counter space, stainless steel appliances, a large walk-in pantry, and an oversized granite-topped island that provides the perfect spot for meal prep, casual dining, or conversation. Everyday living is made easy with thoughtful touches throughout, including a convenient drop zone just off the garage entry and a dedicated laundry room. The private primary suite is tucked away from the secondary bedrooms and features a spacious walk in closet, dual vanities, a linen closet, private water closet, and a beautiful walk in tiled shower. The covered back porch is ready for your rocking chairs and your favorite kind of relaxing, overlooking a peaceful wooded backdrop. And when it comes to storage, this home delivers! Take a peek inside the closets and storage spaces to discover wood shelving ready to be filled with everything that makes a house a home. If you’ve been dreaming of a quality new construction home with room to breathe, a little elbow room, and the peaceful feel of the country, this one deserves a closer look! Be sure to take advantage of a 1% lender credit on the loan amount when financing through preferred lender Christy Strickland with Atlantic Bay Mortgage (910-574-2105). **LOCATION DOES NOT SHOW UP IN GPS CORRECTLY** From Hwy 87 turn on to Hwy 20- Homes are on the left before crossing Chickenfoot Road. From Hope Mills area, follow Chickenfoot Road into Bladen County and turn left onto Hwy 20 and homes are on the right.

3285 NC 20 Highway, Tar Heel
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