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Linden offers country living close to Fort Bragg
Life moves at a slower pace in rural Linden. A patchwork of pastures and dense woods surrounds this small town northeast of Fayetteville. “Linden is a farming community. They have a lot of country folk,” says George White, the owner of George White Realty and a longtime resident of the area. “It’s a friendly little place. More of a relaxed atmosphere. Lots of good places to go fishing and hunting.” Less than 200 people live in the town proper, but a few thousand residents live in the surrounding area, enjoying the seclusion of the countryside. Many have lived here for generations, but White notes the community is growing rapidly as new subdivisions rise in once-undeveloped lots. “It’s a very desirable area, conveniently located between cities,” says White, who adds that Linden often attracts military families as Fort Bragg is about 20 miles away.
A wide range of home styles on spacious lots north of Fayetteville
Single-family homes in Linden rest on winding country roads. Ranch-style homes and bungalows rest near the town center, while new construction and neo-traditional builds fill developments along Linden Road. The Castlebrooke community offers a more suburban vibe with two-story traditional homes on wide streets that end in cul-de-sacs. Meanwhile, the HOA-controlled homes surrounding Lake Teresa rest steps from the water. “Anyone who lives in the community has access to the lake. They put fish in it at least once or twice a year,” says White, who spent time on the lake in high school. “The developer would haul in white sand. It was like being at the beach. They’d charge you for swimming, and they’d have areas where bands could play.” Most properties in Linden fall between $200,000 and $500,000 and have lots ranging from a third of an acre to several acres. Homes typically stay on the market for around 92 days, nearly twice the national average. Potential buyers should note that due to the town's rural nature, properties have private wells and septic systems.
Outdoor recreation in and around Linden
Little River Community Park, Liden’s sole public park, sits directly east of the town center next to a cornfield. It’s paved walking paths loop around tennis courts, a basketball court and a playground. In 2019, Cumberland County funded the installation of an accessible splash pad at the park, which families use to cool off during the hot North Carolina summers. A picnic shelter hosts birthday parties and private events. The Cape Fear River flows along the town’s eastern edge. Residents can access the water at Cape Fear River Trail Park in Erwin, which has a canoe launch and hiking trails dotted with scenic overlooks. Nearby, golfers can enjoy challenging rounds at Chicora Golf Club’s public 18-hole course. Thrilling off-road adventures draw visitors to the privately owned Deep Creek ATV Park, where riders take on trails featuring mud pits and hills. Hikers and horseback riders at Carvers Creek State Park, north of Fayetteville, can experience the unique habitat of the Sandhills region up close. The park's trails weave through longleaf pine forests, home to native and endangered species like the Pine Barrens tree frog.
Mailing packages in the town center and shopping along U.S. Route 401
Railroad tracks pass through Linden’s town center, which hosts the Town Hall, a post office and the community center. However, White says U.S. Route 401 is where most shopping is done. Along with Dollar General, the highway is home to a few local boutiques. The veteran-owned Loving Stitches Quilt Shop is stocked with sewing supplies and hosts classes, while Back N The Day Antiques is filled with vintage finds. Locally grown produce and gourmet products bring shoppers from near and far to Hammonds Grandson's Produce. The farm stand, open Wednesday through Saturday, has been in the community since the 1960s. North of Interstate 295, Food Lion anchors a shopping center featuring a few restaurants, including El Burrito Mexican Restaurant, which serves traditional dishes in its rustic dining space, and Su’s Subs, a lunchtime sandwich spot. White says that residents drive to Fayetteville for name-brand stores and medical care.
Long bus rides to Cumberland County Schools
Cumberland County Schools serves Linden. The district, which has around 50,000 students and 86 schools, receives a B overall rating from Niche. Students in Linden can travel nearly 15 miles to go to school. The B-plus-rated Raleigh Road Elementary offers kindergarten and first grade. For second through fifth grades, students can move on to Long Hill Elementary, which gets an A-minus. Pine Forest Middle earns a B rating, while Pine Forest High gets a B-minus and offers career-focused academies in fields such as emergency medical science and information technology. Northview Baptist Academy, which Niche does not yet rate, is a nearby private option, offering kindergarten through 12th grade.
The Old Linden School still stands
Mature trees obscure the façade of the Old Linden School along McBryde Street. In operation during the early 20th century, the once regal Greek Revival-style building has sat abandoned for decades. While “no trespassing" signs warn the curious not to enter, multiple paranormal investigators have visited the school in recent years, as some believe it is haunted. While the future of the building remains unclear, White says the community values its historical significance, as many longtime residents once went to school there.
Linden is a car-dependent community
The two-lane U.S. Route 401 is the main highway through Linden. It heads southwest to Fayetteville, less than 20 miles from the town center. Along with Fort Bragg, a major employer for the area, the city hosts Fayetteville Regional Airport, which offers daily service to Charlotte and Atlanta. Raleigh is around a 50-mile drive via Interstate 40, or commuters can use state Route 55 as an alternative. Interstate 95, a major north-south highway along the East Coast, is roughly 12 miles east of town.
Important to know
Various houses of worship dot Linden, including a temple for the neo-pagan Asatru Folk Assembly and several Christian churches, representing denominations like Baptist and Presbyterian. The town receives a CAP Index Crime Score of 1 out of 10, the lowest possible score.
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Parks in this Area
Godwin Town Park
College Lakes Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Trails
Kings Grant Golf & Country Club
Golf
Trails
Events
Cape Fear River Trail
Erwin Recreation Department
Erwin Municipal Park
Transit
Airport
Fayetteville Regional/Grannis Field
43 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Linden
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,880
Median Age
41
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
25.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$57,623
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$81,769
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.4%
College Graduates
25%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.6%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
30°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
3''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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