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Blounts Creek has rural living on the river in North Carolina’s Inner Banks
Stretches of country roads go for miles in Blounts Creek, located in an area often called the Inner Banks of North Carolina. The occasional home along a gravel driveway reveals signs of civilization, but this unincorporated community feels largely secluded. “The community wants it to be rural, and they want to be out of the way of everything,” says Georgia Brown, a former Blounts Creek resident and Realtor at Century 21 The Realty Group Washington. Those who enjoy a neighborly chat have options, too, as small housing developments sit clustered along the Pamlico River. “It’s probably the best waterfront in the county. There are some beautiful homes,” Brown says. Still, the whole area is a 45-minute drive from Greenville, the nearest big city.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Blounts Creek Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Blounts Creek, Aurora sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Blounts Creek, Aurora over the last 12 months is $200,000, up 48% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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ENC Pirate Realty Belhaven-Howard Hanna Allen Tate
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