Blounts Creek
Neighborhood in Beaufort County
Beaufort County 27814, 27817
Homes on the water and along country roads
Blounts Creek has homes tucked away in the woods along rarely traveled roads, as well as properties along the Pamlico with private boat docks. Manufactured homes usually sell for between $110,000 and $400,000, and those on the upper end of the range tend to be in waterfront communities like Crystal Beach, with prices reflecting higher land value. New traditional homes have sold for between $300,000 and $600,000. The largest riverfront homes rarely come up for sale, though these can be valued between $700,000 and over $1 million. Buyers looking to build their own home can also purchase land, though Brown notes that lots need to be large enough to install a septic tank and repair field. Some properties are in a flood zone, but elevation varies. “Some homes are higher up, making it a safer place to buy property,” Brown says. “Hurricanes and water damage can be a concern." Blounts Creek has a CAP Index crime score of 1, far below the national average of 4.Outdoor fun on Blounts Creek tributary
The community’s namesake creek, a tributary of the Pamlico River, is the community’s main source of outdoor recreation. One campground along Blounts Creek is Cotton Patch Landing, which has boating, fishing and a store doling out scoops of ice cream. Some campgrounds, like Camp Boddie Boy Scout Camp, have outdoor summer programs for kids. And, of course, many homeowners enjoy direct water access. “It’s mostly boating, but some people swim, too. They’ve been [going swimming] in the water for years and years,” Brown says.Schools in Chocowinity serve Blounts Creek
Chocowinity Primary, which has an A-minus rating from Niche, and Chocowinity Middle School, which has a B, serve Blounts Creek. These schools are about 15 miles away. Students finish their K-12 education at the B-rated Southside High School. Southside offers a dozen sports and 10 different clubs, including the Southside Student Athletic Club, Student Government Association and Distinguished Men of Purpose.Employers in Greenville and a phosphate mine to the east
Residents of Blounts Creek rely on cars to get around. N.C. Highway 33, which goes through the community, takes drivers 35 miles to Greenville. Greenville has major employers like East Carolina University and ECU Health Medical Center. It’s also home to Pitt-Greenville Airport. Beaufort County’s largest employer, the Nutrien phosphate mine, is east of Blounts Creek.Small town institutions in Blounts Creek, and more a quick drive away
Dollar General is in Blounts Creek off N.C. Highway 33, alongside a volunteer fire station and post office. Over a dozen churches are active throughout this rural area. For more errands, nearby Chocowinity has a Food Lion and Charlie C’s IGA, as well as fast-food restaurants like Bojangles and Hardee’s. Little Washington is 18 miles away, across the Pamlico River. Downtown Washington has shopping and dining on the water. The Mulberry House is one favorite, serving upscale American entrees like grilled salmon and burgers.Locals have concerns about a permit allowing wastewater in Blounts Creek
In February 2025, the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Division of Water Resources granted Martin Marietta Materials’ Vanceboro limestone quarry the permit to dump up to 12 million gallons of wastewater into Blount’s Creek each day. This ruling is part of an ongoing dispute between the community and the quarry. Locals argue that the wastewater would damage the local ecosystem. “It is kind of a mess. I think people are really worried about it. For people who have built in this area, it will devalue their property,” Brown says.
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Faith Wakefield
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Cathi Carman
Cathi Carman
Grimes Real Estate Group
(252) 888-5912
95 Total Sales
1 in Blounts Creek
$40,000 Price
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Jennifer Brinson
Jennifer Brinson
The Brokerage Real Estate Advisors
(252) 494-5154
45 Total Sales
2 in Blounts Creek
$75K - $119K Price Range
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Misti Hignite
Misti Hignite
Keller Williams Realty Points East
(252) 417-2682
144 Total Sales
4 in Blounts Creek
$140K - $585K Price Range
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Kevin Lee
Kevin Lee
Responds QuicklyLee and Harrell Real Estate Professionals
(252) 417-2442
494 Total Sales
1 in Blounts Creek
$685,000 Price
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LENETTE CHAPMAN
LENETTE CHAPMAN
Responds QuicklyCentury 21 The Realty Group
(252) 999-9698
96 Total Sales
2 in Blounts Creek
$13K - $25K Price Range
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Michael James
Michael James
Responds QuicklyGrimes Real Estate Group
(252) 689-8253
105 Total Sales
1 in Blounts Creek
$40,000 Price
Schools
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Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Blounts Creek | 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
Blounts Creek Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Blounts Creek, Aurora sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Blounts Creek, Aurora over the last 12 months is $326,000, down 38% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$499,900
Median Sale Price
$326,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$549,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-38%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$491
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
208
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1989
Months of Supply
4.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,887
On par with the national average
1,931
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
30,056
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,639
Median Age
57
Population under 18
15%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
34.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$65,367
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$73,410
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
86.8%
College Graduates
15.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7%
% Population in Labor Force
45.4%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
53''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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