Stella
Neighborhood in Onslow County
Onslow County 28539, 28582, 28584
Brand-new homes among older Craftsmans and Cape Cods
“Stella was a farming community, and it still somewhat is,” Harris says. “People are selling their land, and developers are buying it and putting in neighborhoods. We need housing out here that’s more affordable. There are more expensive homes closer to the beach, so they’re building three-bedroom homes for young families and retirees. People retire from the Marines and come back here for something they can afford.”Most homes in Stella have ranch-style or Cape Cod-inspired designs that sell for $280,000 to $430,000. Manufactured homes usually sell for $200,000 or less. Contemporary Craftsman and Colonial Revivals on sprawling lots have sold for about $550,000 to $825,000, but there have also been riverfront homes that have sold for around $1 million. New construction is ongoing here, with brand-new communities like Stella Landing and Stella Bluffs.
Learning in Onslow County or Carteret County
Homes to the west of the river fall in the Onslow County Schools district, while those in the east fall in the Carteret County Schools district. Students in Onslow County attend Swansboro Elementary School, which earns a B-plus from Niche, before moving on to Swansboro Middle, also earning a B-plus. The B-rated Swansboro High School is ranked as the third-best high school in the county by Niche. Carteret County has White Oak Elementary School, which receives an A-minus and feeds into the A-rated Broad Creek Middle. Croatan High School also has an A-minus, and Niche ranks the school as the best public high school in the county. Kids will likely have long bus rides to either school district.Kayaking down White Oak River
Stella is less than 20 minutes from Swansboro Municipal Park, which has a playground, soccer fields and the Swansboro Recreation Center next door. The Boondocks Landing on Stella Road runs on an honor system, so anyone who wants to launch their boats or kayaks onto White Oak River should put $5 in the box near the ramp. Anglers might reel in bass from the deep water. For even more fun along the water, Emerald Isle has miles of sandy shoreline, Emerald Isle Woods Park and the Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier.Grabbing groceries and dining out in Swansboro or Cape Carteret
Some residents pick up groceries at the Walmart Supercenter in Swansboro, while others drive down to Lowes Foods in Cape Carteret. Harris mentions how locals love Angie’s Lighthouse Cafe and The Fuzzy Peach Frozen Yogurt Bar in Cape Carteret. Swansboro has fast food chains along Highway 24. Still, the stand-out restaurants are often locally owned, like Bamboo Asian House, which has been family-owned for over 20 years. Closer to home, the T&W Restaurant and Oyster Bar in Peletier is a popular dinner spot when residents want a night out or need a place to eat when driving back from Emerald Isle. Swansboro also features small businesses along Front Street, including the Salt Marsh Cottage gift shop and Cameo Boutique clothing store.Celebrating the mullet in Swansboro
When residents want to join community events, they might visit Swansboro for the Annual Mullet Festival of North Carolina, where the town celebrates the small fish that sustained fishermen who lived in the area during the late 1800s. The over 70-year tradition always features live music, craft vendors and fish fry events where visitors can try mullet.Commuting to Camp Lejeune or Jacksonville
Residents heading to Emerald Isle drive about 15 miles south on State Highway 58 for about 30 minutes. To reach downtown Jacksonville, drivers can use Highway 24 or Old 30 Road, but both paths flow about 20 miles east for a 30-minute trip. Camp Lejeune is farther southwest, around 30 miles or a nearly 45-minute drive. Swansboro and Cape Carteret have urgent care and primary care centers, but the nearest hospital is Onslow Memorial Hospital in Jacksonville. Coastal Carolina Regional Airport is less than an hour from Stella, offering flights to the Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Most places of worship are churches lining Highway 58, like Stella Church of God.Low crime rates and hurricane risks
Stella is a quiet area with a CAP Index Crime Score of 1 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4. Summers are often hot and humid, though that heat is often broken by rain during hurricane season. The White Oak River poses a flood risk for properties along the water, and some roads may fill with standing water. County flood maps and planning departments can shed more light on insurance for homeowners.
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Rylee Doyle
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Lisa Hamner
Lisa Hamner
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
(910) 886-2178
82 Total Sales
1 in Stella
$35,000 Price
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Nancy Harris
Nancy Harris
RE/MAX Ocean Properties EI
(252) 659-4451
26 Total Sales
2 in Stella
$289K - $385K Price Range
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Tonya Ayers
Tonya Ayers
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage - Washington
(252) 390-2501
30 Total Sales
1 in Stella
$225,000 Price
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Diane Castro-Perez
Diane Castro-Perez
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-Hampstead
(910) 629-4281
1,343 Total Sales
3 in Stella
$283K - $1.3M Price Range
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Linwood Stalls, Jr.
Linwood Stalls, Jr.
Century 21 Coastal Advantage
(910) 629-2784
74 Total Sales
1 in Stella
$247,500 Price
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Christina Tompkins
Christina Tompkins
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties
(910) 378-3157
131 Total Sales
1 in Stella
$394,900 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Stella | 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
Stella Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Stella, Swansboro sell after 102 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Stella, Swansboro over the last 12 months is $390,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$366,900
Median Sale Price
$390,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$366,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
37
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$196
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
613
Number of Homes for Sale
30
Median Year Built
2000
Months of Supply
9.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,411
Above the national average
1,932
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,333
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
30,056
Open Houses
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Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,042
Median Age
41
Population under 18
24.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$71,503
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$86,454
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.6%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
29.4%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.2%
% Population in Labor Force
61.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
57''
Average Winter Low Temperature
35°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°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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Nearby Neighborhoods
Piney Green
Growing residential area near Camp Lejeune, downtown shopping and popular beaches
Hubert
Nature-rich coastal community near Camp Lejeune and downtown Swansboro
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