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The quiet streets and cul-de-sacs of Mandy Farms
Surrounded by dense trees, Mandy Farms is an established Morehead City neighborhood where homes are spaced out on quiet cul-de-sacs. “Part of the neighborhood is in city limits, but most of it is just outside of town,” says Alan Leary, a Carteret County native and Realtor with Re/Max Ocean Properties. “People like that, because you don’t pay city taxes or services, but you’re still really close to everything.” Located less than 4 miles from Atlantic Beach, Mandy Farms has suburban appeal while still offering residents a Crystal Coast, the name given to the middle stretch of the barrier islands off the coast of North Carolina, lifestyle. “This area is huge for boating,” says Andi Darden, marketing manager for Mary Cheatham King Real Estate. “A lot of people who live here have a boat and go to the boat ramps, or they’re part of the marina. They’ll go out with their family or friends to Shackleford Banks and Cape Lookout to see the wild ponies and dolphins.”
Mandy Farms lies just outside of downtown Morehead City and Bogue Sound.
The quiet streets of Mandy Farms are pedestrian and bike friendly throughout the neighborhood and regularly used by the locals.
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A neighborhood with entry-level price points
The two most common single-family housing styles are ranch-styles and split levels. These were typically built between the late 1970s and late 1980s and consist of 1,000 to 2,000 square feet. “The homes tend to be on the smaller size,” says Kathy Calling, a Morehead City resident and Realtor with Coldwell Banker SeaCoast Advantage. “So, it’s a good entry-level neighborhood.” Prices range from just over $200,000 to $400,000. The neighborhood also includes Carriage Crossing, a townhouse complex where homes sell for $100,000 to $200,000. Within the last year, 14 homes went on the market and took an average of 33 days to sell.
Ranch style homes are found on every neighborhood street throughout Mandy Farms.
Ranch style homes offer one of the best price point options for residents of Mandy Farms.
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Highly rated Carteret County Schools
Morehead City Primary serves kindergarten through Grade 3, while Morehead City Elementary teaches Grades 4 and 5. They both earn an A-minus on Niche. Morehead City Middle also scores an A-minus, while West Carteret High has a B-plus. The high school was built in 1964, but it’s expected to undergo renovations that will be completed in 2025. Improvements include a new science wing and band room and electrical upgrades, including heating and air conditioning. West Carteret is the district's largest school, serving just over 1,100 students in Morehead City and the surrounding areas.
West Carteret High School enriches the academic lives for the student body of over 1,100.
Morehead City Primary School has a student body of almost 550 young learners grades Pre-K through 3rd.
Students help to decorate the school boulder that welcomes everyone to Morehead Elementary School at Camp Glenn.
The Morehead City Middle School sign in Morehead City.
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Rooting for the Morehead City Marlins
The Sports Center of Morehead is within walking distance of most homes. Membership includes indoor and outdoor pool access, gym equipment and club amenities, including saunas. Residents are just over a mile from the town’s take on America’s favorite pastime. “In the last five years, the town has constructed a summer baseball league stadium,” Leary says. “The Morehead City Marlins is the baseball team. They’re made up of high school and college level players that come in for about two months and live with residents.” Rotary Park is also close by and offers a playscape, soccer field and tennis courts. Brandywine Bay Golf Club and Clubhouse is an 18-hole course, and membership includes golf, pool access and social facilities.
Big Rock Stadium is a fun experience within walking distance for many Mandy Farms locals.
The local Sports Center Complex is a popular destination for Mandy Farms residents looking to lead healthy lifestyles.
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Convenient shopping and dining downtown
Downtown Morehead City is a hub for local restaurants, including Full Circle Cafe. The casual eatery has a woodfire pizza oven and an extensive wine menu. “They have great flavor combinations,” Darden says of their pizzas. “Their Facebook page always has their menu for the night.” Morehead City’s prime coastal location means the catch of the day is always going to be fresh. Snapperz Grill and Steam Bar serves a surf and turf menu in a Key West-inspired environment. There’s also a shopping strip along Highway 70 with big box stores like Walmart and fast-food chains. Grocery stores include Harris Teeter and Food Lion.
Snapperz serves up some of the most popular fresh seafood dishes and more that is sure to impress Mandy Farms residents.
Food Lion is one of many grocery options near Mandy Farms along Highway 70.
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Chocolate bake-offs and competitive fishing
The Crystal Coast Civic Center hosts the Carolina Chocolate Festival at the beginning of February. In addition to trying chocolatey treats, attendees can participate in the cocoa 5K run or the professional and amateur bake-off. Morehead City also holds one of the largest and oldest fishing tournaments. “The Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament is a big deal and brings in thousands of people,” Calling says. "It’s $40,000 to enter every category, and the prizes total over $1 million. Michael Jordan’s boat competed last year."
Mandy Farms is located Morehead City, a popular summer destination on the North Carolina Coast.
There is ample fishing all around the areas surrounding the neighborhood for local anglers to enjoy.
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Boating to Atlantic Beach and Emerald Isle
Darden says the neighborhood is well-suited for a stroll, but walking for transportation isn't a great option. “You can walk around the neighborhood and to the grocery store, but you would still have to cross Bridges Street, which I wouldn’t say is super walkable," she says. The closest airport is Coastal Carolina Regional, a 30- to 40-mile drive that can take around 40 to 50 minutes, depending on traffic. Carteret Health Care is a hospital about a mile down the road. It’s also a short drive down the bridge leading to Bogue Banks, where Atlantic Beach and Emerald Isle sit on opposite ends. “Any place on the Crystal Coast, like Morehead City, does not take long at all to get to these islands by boat,” Darden says.
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Parks in this Area
Cape Lookout National Seashore
Picnic Area
Trails
Hiking
Shackleford Banks
Rotary park
Transit
Airport
Coastal Carolina Regional
56 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Mandy Farms
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Mandy Farms, Morehead City sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Mandy Farms, Morehead City over the last 12 months is $327,549, down 1% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
809
Median Age
48
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
29.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$64,384
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$75,452
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.6%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
33.3%
Advanced Degrees
8.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
61''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
32/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
11/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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