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A revitalized waterfront district
Downtown Elizabeth City is where all the action is — and that’s more true now than ever. This northeastern North Carolina community on the Pasquotank River has undergone a major revitalization in the past few years, with new restaurants and shops making a name for themselves downtown. But despite all the new and flashy changes brightening up the waterfront, Elizabeth City has held onto its roots as a friendly harbor town. “We’re called the Harbor of Hospitality, and it’s that feeling that really captures people and makes them want to stay,” says Alex Thorne, a Realtor with the Rhonda Twiddy Team who lives in town. “We’ve got so much that’s new and fresh and has that lively feel to it. But at the same time, there are ties to and respect for this place's history. So it's just a really cool confluence of modernizing and bringing it up while still maintaining the character and feel of the past.”
Mariner's Park showcases the warm and welcoming history of Downtown Elizabeth City.
Waterfront Park offers a huge green space used for events in Downtown Elizabeth City.
Enjoy a great local brew and views of the water at Seven Sounds in Downtown Elizabeth City.
Downtown Elizabeth City residents are proud of the deep revitalization to the riverfront area.
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Riverfront restaurants and local art
Though the city center has always been the focal point of the community, recently opened restaurants and shops are breathing new life into this once-sleepy district. Vintage storefronts framed by benches and awnings sit within view of the riverfront, with murals and bistro tables hidden in between the brick buildings. “With all the revitalization, there's also a lot of public art in the alleyways,” says Rhonda Twiddy, a lifelong Elizabeth City resident and the team lead of the Rhonda Twiddy Team. “There's a big butterfly mural that everyone likes to get in front of and take a picture with, and there are probably six or seven outdoor spots like that for photo shoots.” Newcomers to the city’s culinary scene, including Sagos on the River and Seven Sounds Brewing Co., invite patrons to dine and sip waterside. These hip eateries feature large back decks and plenty of room to accommodate live music and dancing. Other local spots like Hoppin’ Johnz are local staples with a casually elegant vibe, serving up plates of Southern specials such as shrimp and grits. Unique businesses cluster near Main Street, ranging from boutiques to craft shops and candy stores. Residents head west to Food Lion on the outskirts of the city when it comes time for a grocery run, but the Market is the go-to for quick conveniences and bodega snacks downtown. More educational outings might include a trip to the Port Discovery science center or the Museum of the Albemarle, which recounts the history and culture of northeastern North Carolina and its waterfront communities.
Downtown Elizabeth City locals can stop by for live music each week at Mariner's Park.
There are a variety of different stores drawing visitors in the Downtown Elizabeth City area.
Pailin's Alley is another great place to stop while spending time in Downtown Elizabeth City.
Seven Sounds welcomes visitors and locals with a fun and family friendly atmosphere.
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Grand, historic homes along Main Street
Although the riverfront area downtown is dominated by restaurants and shops, classic early 20th-century homes line the streets farther inland. “It’s a good mix of commercial and residential now,” Twiddy says. “It really feels young. People are out walking around and going out to eat and doing this, that and the other.” Grand Georgian Revival, Queen Anne and American Foursquare homes line Main Street, buffered by manicured lawns and rambling wraparound porches. “The single-family homes that are all throughout downtown are majority historic homes that have been very well-maintained,” Thorne notes. These homes can be priced from $330,000 to $450,000, at the peak of the area’s price range. Tucked away from Main Street along the narrower residential roads are Craftsman bungalows, Victorian farmhouses and petite cottages. While such homes in need of some TLC can list under $100,000, renovated houses range from $150,000 to $350,000.
Downtown Elizabeth City has deep rooted history with many homes being protected as historic.
Home owners of Downtown Elizabeth City take great pride in their historic homes.
There are a variety of architectural styles found in Downtown Elizabeth City.
The homes of Downtown Elizabeth City are some of the most beautiful in the entire area.
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The Rose Buddies extend a warm welcome to Mariners’ Wharf
More than 12 acres of parks stretch along the Pasquotank River, lined by wooden boardwalks and brick promenades. Mariners’ Wharf Park offers free dockage for passersby on boats to stop in and be greeted by the friendly faces of the Harbor of Hospitality. The city’s volunteer welcoming crew, named the Rose Buddies, can often be found here greeting visitors, tying up boats and offering goody bags. This longstanding tradition is commemorated at Mariners’ Wharf with a monument to the founding Rose Buddies, whose rose bushes are planted along the waterfront. Nowadays, the park is more than just an entry point for boaters cruising down the Intracoastal Waterway — it’s also a community gathering space. Many of the city’s events are held on the greens of Mariners’ Wharf Park and Waterfront Park, from film festivals to concert series and the Downtown Waterfront Market. “There's something going on there every single minute,” Twiddy says. Moth Boat Park, also situated on the river, is named for the moth sailboats that originated in Elizabeth City and still dot the waters during regattas. For inland fun, families will find numerous pocket parks scattered around the area. “I never realized that until I had my daughter, when we started stopping at these little playgrounds if we happened to pass by one or had a few minutes to kill before dinner,” Thorne says.
Waterfront Park offers a huge green space used for events in Downtown Elizabeth City.
Downtown Elizabeth City locals enjoy popular events throughout the year at Waterfront Park.
Downtown Elizabeth City locals can stop by for live music each week at Mariner's Park.
Downtown Elizabeth City is known as the "Harbor of Hospitality" in part due to the rose buddies.
Mariner's Park showcases the warm and welcoming history of Downtown Elizabeth City.
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Major events like the North Carolina Potato Festival
Arguably the city’s biggest event is the North Carolina Potato Festival, a spud-centric weekend celebrating the area’s agricultural heritage. Folks from across rural Pasquotank and Camden County converge in Downtown Elizabeth City for a potato-peeling contest, a Little Miss Tater Tot Pageant and free French fries. Although the humble tuber only gets its day in the sun once a year, residents don’t have to wait that long to find something to do downtown. The First Fridays ArtWalk invites residents to explore local businesses while getting a taste of the city’s creative spirit. “There may be a person beading in one store and somebody doing live drawings or playing the saxophone in the next,” Twiddy adds. “It's all about the creative juices and the celebration of how you can be with people and get to know one another. And that's all free — you don't have to pay anything.”
Fifty miles from Norfolk and the Outer Banks
While Elizabeth City is not located along an Interstate, it is connected to the greater Hampton Roads area of Virginia via U.S. Route 17. “One of the things that everyone appreciates about us is our location, which is the oldest line in the real estate book,” Twiddy says. “But we’re on the East Coast, an hour away from the Outer Banks and about an hour from the metropolitan area in Norfolk. So within about an hour’s reach, you can do just about anything you want.” Both the Outer Banks and Norfolk are roughly 50 miles away, and the latter is home to Norfolk International Airport. The Inter-County Public Transportation Authority (ICPTA) offers free rides between Elizabeth City and the surrounding counties for residents who need to travel for medical appointments and other necessary activities.
US Highway 17 takes Downtown Elizabeth City locals North to Norfolk, VA.
Downtown Elizabeth City residents are less than 100 miles from the Outer Banks via HWY 158.
Downtown Elizabeth City is a beautiful small city with huge charm.
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Close to E City schools
Addresses in Downtown Elizabeth City are zoned to Elizabeth City-Pasquotank Public Schools. Sheep-Harney Elementary and Elizabeth City Middle both score a C from Niche, while Pasquotank County High earns a C-minus. The high school offers career technical education courses such as firefighter technology, Adobe visual design and drone technology. Two universities, Elizabeth City State University and Mid-Atlantic Christian University, are just outside of Downtown.
Sheep-Harney Elementary School
receives an overall rating of "C".
Students are well prepared for high school after leaving Elizabeth City Middle School.
Pasquotank County High School receives an overall rating of "C-" from niche.com.
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Flooding from the Pasquotank River
Homes near the water in Downtown Elizabeth City may be impacted by flooding and strong winds. However, since the Pasquotank River flows into the Albemarle Sound, properties here are generally considered better protected than oceanfront homes.
Downtown Elizabeth City residents are proud of the deep revitalization to the riverfront area.
Downtown Elizabeth City is known as the "Harbor of Hospitality" in part due to the rose buddies.
Downtown Elizabeth City residents are less than 100 miles from the Outer Banks via HWY 158.
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Parks in this Area
Moth Boat Park
Mariner's Wharf Park
Waterfront Park
Northeastern Park
Sunset at Johnnie Walton Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Downtown Elizabeth City
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Downtown Elizabeth City, Elizabeth City sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Downtown Elizabeth City, Elizabeth City over the last 12 months is $262,450, up 13% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Located in the heart of downtown Elizabeth City, the 1920 Condominiums offer a front row seat to restaurants, shopping experiences and live performances. Unit 3 is the 3rd floor corner unit with great views of downtown. Historic accents throughout including brick walls, wood floors and large windows. The unit offers open living with an elevated kitchen, 2 bedrooms and 1 bath and a laundry room
This stately brick home, rich in history and modern elegance. Located in the heart of Elizabeth City. It features a stunning Buckingham slate roof. Concrete circular driveway leading up to this grand home. Upon entering the home the foyer welcomes you: Captivating one by the beautiful trim and craftsmanship & Boasting of elegant hardwood flooring and tile throughout. The main level includes a
Stunning brick home, rich in history and modern elegance. Located in the heart of Elizabeth City. Concrete circular driveway leading up to this grand home. Upoon entering the foyer: captivates one by the beautiful trim and craftsmanship while boasting of elegant hardwood flooring and tile throughout. The main level includes a family room with a cozy fireplace and a den/office with an additional
This beautifully updated home features an open floor plan, with an eat-in kitchen and stainless steel appliances. The spacious downstairs master bedroom boasts dual closets, built-in dressers, and a stunning full bathroom. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms with large closets, as well as a convenient half bath. Additional features include gorgeous hardwood flooring throughout, a
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,606
Median Age
40
Population under 18
24.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$43,537
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$56,129
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
86.1%
College Graduates
17%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.6%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61.7%
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
63/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
73/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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