Mount Airy, NC Multifamily Homes & Duplexes for Sale

When vintage sheriff cars drive down Main Street Mount Airy, the drivers aren’t patrolling police officers; they're tour guides showing visitors around Andy Griffith’s hometown, which was the inspiration for Mayberry in The Andy Griffith Show. Downtown is home to spots like The Andy Griffith Museum, the Old Jail and Floyd’s Barber Shop, as well as murals and statues of Andy Griffith and other local celebrities. For locals, living in Mount Airy really does feel like living in Mayberry. “We love the area,” says Jamie Johnston, Visitors Center and communications manager. “It's a great place to work and raise a family. Everyone's just so friendly and happy here. I think it's just Southern Hospitality.” At a population of around 10,000 in 2023, the town has remained small despite being a tourist destination. But those who want to dwell in Mount Airy full-time will find a welcoming community no matter where they're coming from, according to Johnston. “In the two months I have worked here, I feel like we have gotten so many requests for relocation information,” she says. “And a lot of these folks are coming either from Florida or New England.” Closer to downtown, bungalows built