Ingrams
Bigger yards along narrow, winding country roads
A walk through Ingrams reveals a series of brick traditional-style and ranch-style homes surrounded by farmland or immersed in white oak and pine trees. “Where the housing markets are more robust and you can find a variety of options are places like Four Oaks,” says Julie Toy, a lifelong North Carolina resident and Realtor with Coldwell Banker Advantage. “They have a lot of new houses coming along.” Sidewalk space is minimized in Four Oaks, allowing for bigger residential yards and narrow, winding country roads. Single-family homes range from $235,000 for a recently renovated bungalow to $650,000 for a waterfront ranch-style on Holt Lake. New homes tend to be in the $300,000s. There is also a sizable market for undeveloped land in Ingrams, as much of the township is a rural expanse.
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Schools with an agricultural education
Four Oaks Elementary and Four Oaks Middle are both rated a B-minus on Niche. South Johnston High, rated a C-plus, was formed in 1969 as the first integrated high school in the county. Nowadays, the school offers IDEAL Academy, a career prep program for agricultural pathways like animal science and horticulture. The academy provides college credits with the University of Mount Olive and Johnston Community College.An autumnal town tradition for over 30 years
Every September, the Four Oaks Chamber of Commerce puts on the town’s Acorn Festival. Complete with vendors, food, drinks and live music, it has been a tradition in town for over 30 years. The following month, Four Oaks hosts the Fall Festival at Bentonville Battlefield. Locals can take wagon rides, grab lunch at a food truck or just sit outside and enjoy live music.Local markets, general stores and nearby retail
Four Oaks doesn’t feature a chain grocery store, but there are various local markets, such as Stanfield’s General Store. The store's website compares visiting to stepping back in time, as its shelves are stocked with canned preserves and handmade pottery. Four Oaks Restaurant is a classic café serving brunch, seafood and fried chicken. Nearby Benson is 8 miles west and features a Food Lion for groceries, chain restaurants like Waffle House and Subway and local dives like Gabriella’s, which serves charbroiled Peruvian chicken.
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Parks for every occasion and event
Johnston-Strickland Kiddie Park has a fenced-in playground for kids. Youth sports enthusiasts can join the Civitan Club for baseball, soccer, football and more. Located in Barbour’s Grove Park, Oak Pavilion is a green space with a gazebo for picnics, where the town hosts festivals, weddings and other events. Holts Lake is a manufactured reservoir filled with blue catfish and yellow perch. The lake is privately owned by Johnston County Country Club, so fishing and boating here are for members only. Benson has Galot Motorsports Park, which hosts drag racing with ample seating for fans and onlookers.
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Easy access to metro centers all along the East Coast
Ingrams offers a balanced mix of small-town amenities and rural tranquility. Pugeda says, “People need a car to get around. The rural atmosphere means amenities are farther from home.” Interstate 40 and Interstate 95 run through Ingrams; residents can drive north on I-40 to reach downtown Raleigh in 38 miles, while bustling Interstate 95 gives residents easy access to cities up and down the East Coast.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Howie Freiling
Howie Freiling
Long & Foster Real Estate INC/Brier Creek
(833) 359-8225
99 Total Sales
1 in Ingrams
$373,210 Price
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Jenny Wenzell-Ortiz
Jenny Wenzell-Ortiz
Choice Residential Real Estate
(984) 789-5679
50 Total Sales
1 in Ingrams
$307,900 Price
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Kelley Dubois
Kelley Dubois
ADCOCK REAL ESTATE SERVICES
(931) 218-2712
165 Total Sales
1 in Ingrams
$456,882 Price
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Amy Fann
Amy Fann
HomeTowne Realty
(855) 923-1486
145 Total Sales
3 in Ingrams
$103K - $225K Price Range
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Margaret Luongo
Margaret Luongo
Exit Town & Lake Realty, Bracey
(984) 204-6563
202 Total Sales
1 in Ingrams
$305,000 Price
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Ron Wood
Ron Wood
NorthGroup Real Estate, Inc.
(919) 626-8530
27 Total Sales
1 in Ingrams
$785,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
P. K. Vyas Community Park
Benson Dog Park
Talton Field
- Football
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
Smithfield Town Commons Park
- Bike Trails
- Fishing
- Grills
Smithfield Community Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Smithfield Recreation and Aquatics Center
- Basketball
- Pool
- Volleyball
Howell Woods
- Bike Trails
- Camping
- Fishing
Johnston-Strickland Kiddie Park
- Playground
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Ingrams | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Ingrams Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Ingrams, Four Oaks sell after 81 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Ingrams, Four Oaks over the last 12 months is $307,400, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$314,900
Median Sale Price
$307,400
Median Single Family Sale Price
$314,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$252,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
155
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$183
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,820
Number of Homes for Sale
60
Median Year Built
1978
Months of Supply
4.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,703
Below the national average
1,927
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,362
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
24,829
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jul 261 - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
7,456
Median Age
41
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
25%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$56,634
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$67,409
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
82.5%
College Graduates
17.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.1%
% Population in Labor Force
57.7%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
30°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
4''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
27
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
6
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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