Neighborhoods near Ayden Middle School in Ayden, NC

Ayden started out as a little railroad town in rural Pitt County, south of Greenville. Still tucked between flat farmland and groves of loblolly pines and Eastern redbuds and with active train tracks running through its central business district, Ayden retains its small-town Americana vibe. “It’s that hometown feel that draws folks,” says Brad

Grifton, NC offers rural living along Contentnea Creek, 18 miles from Greenville. The town hosts the annual Shad Festival and provides outdoor recreation at local parks. NC Highway 11 connects to nearby cities.