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Grimesland

Grimesland

Located in Pitt County

$333,155 Average Value
$178 Average Price per Sq Ft
9 Homes For Sale

Country living in Grimesland, outside Greenville

Stretches of country roads dotted with churches, sweeping plots of farmland, and a town center with little more than a Dollar General and clusters of houses create the small-town atmosphere of Grimesland. Located 12 miles from Greenville and south of the Tar River, this quiet town has diverse homebuying options within a 20-minute drive of East Carolina University and ECU Health Medical Center. “Most of the houses are on their own plots of land. I think that appeals to people,” says Kristy Askew, a Realtor serving the area at BHHS Prime Properties. “It’s a small population, and people feel like it’s family-oriented.”

Operating farms, new subdivisions and a handful of mansions

Recently built subdivisions in Grimesland have new traditional homes with two-car garages and Craftsman-inspired details priced between $350,000 and $600,000. Older homes built in the mid- to late-twentieth century include ranch-style properties priced between $200,000 and $300,000. Grimesland also has several operating farms and a handful of estate-style properties on acres of land. “There are definitely some bigger homes in Grimesland,” Askew says. Autumn Lakes is one such development, with most homes spanning over 4,000 square feet and priced over $1 million. Grimesland’s CAP Index crime score is 2, below the national average of 4.

Pitt County Schools serve Grimesland

Public school students may begin at the G.R. Whitfield School, a K-8 institution with an A-minus from Niche. Older students continue to B-plus-rated D.H. Conley High School. Students at D.H. Conley High School can take courses through the dual enrollment program with Pitt Community College. The high school also has over 30 clubs, including the Future Business Leaders of America, Book Wars, and a dozen different honor societies.

Grocery stores, restaurants and more in Washington and Greenville

Pitt Street has a handful of businesses in Grimesland, including a Dollar General and La Potosina, an international convenience store selling Latino groceries, tacos, Mexican street corn and more. The town also has about a dozen churches. For more essentials, Walmart and Aldi are about 10 minutes down the road in Greenville. The town of Washington, sometimes referred to as Little Washington, has a quaint waterfront downtown just 10 miles east. “People like Grimesland because it’s near Washington, and Greenville is only 10 or 15 minutes away, so it’s just as easy," Askew says. Downtown Washington has restaurants overlooking the Pamlico River, like The Mulberry House, as well as museums, art galleries and boutiques.

Recreation at Grimesland Community Park and the town’s fishing area

Grimesland’s northern boundary, the Tar River, connects to other waterways leading down the coast. “There are some boat ramps in Greenville where you can put your boat into the Tar River. It feeds into Washington, where you put your boat in [the Pamlico River] and go down to the Intracoastal Waterway,” Askew says. In 2024, a public fishing area opened off North Grimesland Bridge Road. The area has several ponds where visitors can throw a line or launch a kayak. Grimesland Community Park, next to the town hall, has a playground, paved walking path and a picnic shelter.

Locals attend events like Greenville’s concert series nearby

Surrounding towns like Grifton, Farmville, Winterville and Ayden each hold annual town festivals, but “Grimesland is so small, it doesn’t have one,” Askew says. Still, Grimesland locals aren’t far from events like Greenville’s Sunday in the Park and Thursday Concert on the Commons concert series. Each summer, locals gather on the Town Common, overlooking the Tar River, and set up their lawn chairs to listen to local bands. Both of these concert series are free to attend.

Grimesland locals drive to Greenville on N.C. Highway 33

Most residents will need a car to get around. Greenville, about 12 miles west, has major area employers like East Carolina University and ECU Health Medical Center. Drivers can get to Greenville on N.C. Highway 33. The Pitt-Greenville Airport, 15 miles away, has flights to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, the largest airport in North Carolina.

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Grimesland Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$464,900
Median Sale Price
$487,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$439,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
56
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
21%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$178

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,424
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Median Year Built
2002
Months of Supply
1.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,000
On par with the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
25,264

Open Houses

  • 5947 Elks Rd, Grimesland, NC 27837

    $299,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,508 Sq Ft
    • 5947 Elks Rd
    • New 8 days ago

    Experience country living at 5947 Elks Road, a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home set on 4.1 versatile acres in Grimesland. This 1,508 sq ft residence, built in 1940, has been significantly updated by its current owners. Enjoy a fully renovated kitchen, laundry room, and a remodeled bathroom. Modern updates extend throughout the home, with new flooring in main living areas, new windows, exterior doors,

    Adam Corey Keller Williams Realty Points East

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  • 6525 N Carolina 33, Grimesland, NC 27837

    $195,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,368 Sq Ft
    • 6525 N Carolina 33
    • New 16 days ago

    Step into timeless charm and modern functionality with this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home featuring a versatile flex room. Originally built in 1901, this residence blends classic architectural features like wide baseboards and beadboard ceilings with modern upgrades that support easy, low-maintenance living. The kitchen is updated with sleek marble countertops, modern appliances, and

    Amanda Hines eXp Realty

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  • 2925 N Carolina 33, Grimesland, NC 27837

    $150,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,620 Sq Ft
    • 2925 N Carolina 33
    • New 29 days ago

    TLC for a diamond in the rough. This home boasts an almost acre corner lot with a privacy fence and decks all off the back of the home. plus a screened in porch. It also includes 2 outbuildings that have power. There's great bones here, and some elbow grease will have this place looking spectacular. The location is great, being 25 mins from Greenville and 10 mins outside of Washington. Schedule a

    Matthew Justice Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Prime Properties

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Homes for Sale

Distribution of Home Values

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Grimesland Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
459
Median Age
39
Population under 18
25.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$63,000
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$74,197

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
90.6%
College Graduates
19.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.6%

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®®

15 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

0 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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