Why Live in Edgewood
Edgewood in Elizabeth City, NC, features mid-20th-century brick and vinyl ranch-style homes on one-third acre lots. The residential streets, lined with mature trees and neatly trimmed lawns, create a peaceful setting next to Elizabeth City State University. The university, known for its aviation sciences program, offers amenities such as the Khan Planetarium and Roebuck Stadium, which residents can enjoy. Outdoor activities are abundant with South Park Sports Complex and River Road Sports Complex providing facilities for baseball, softball, and soccer, along with playgrounds and a driving range. Downtown Elizabeth City, just 2 miles away, hosts events like movie nights and concerts in riverfront parks, including Mariners’ Wharf Park and Waterfront Park. Edgewood Shopping Center and Weeksville Crossing offer convenient shopping and dining options, including Food Lion, China Garden, and Meadows Original Frozen Custard. Major roads like Weeksville Road and U.S. Highway 17 connect residents to Norfolk, 50 miles away, and the Outer Banks, also 50 miles east. The neighborhood is zoned to Elizabeth City-Pasquotank Public Schools, with Northeastern High School receiving a high rating. Middle and high school students may also attend the Northeast Academy for Aerospace and Advanced Technologies, which partners with the nearby university.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Edgewood a good place to live?
Edgewood is a good place to live. Edgewood is considered very car-dependent and bikeable. Edgewood has 3 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 27. The average household income is $79,776 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 32.3% of residents. A
local real estate agent serving Edgewood can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Edgewood neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Edgewood?
The median home price in Edgewood is $275,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $55,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,420 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $61K a year to afford the median home price in Edgewood. The average household income in Edgewood is $80K.
What are the best public schools in Edgewood?
The best public schools that serve Edgewood are:
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Are home prices dropping in Edgewood?
Yes, home prices in Edgewood are down 61% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Edgewood, NC
On average, homes in Edgewood, Elizabeth City sell after 61 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Edgewood, Elizabeth City over the last 12 months is $260,000, down 63% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$260,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$260,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$172
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median List Price
$275,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-63%