Does Beaufort, NC show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 90% of users say there's holiday spirit

Are yards well-kept in Beaufort, NC?

As of early 2026, 89% of users say yards are well-kept

Would people walk alone at night in Beaufort, NC?

As of early 2026, 89% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is Beaufort, NC dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 88% of users say it's dog friendly

Is a car needed in Beaufort, NC?

As of early 2026, 81% of users say car is needed

Is Beaufort, NC quiet?

As of early 2026, 69% of users say it's quiet

Is parking easy in Beaufort, NC?

As of early 2026, 68% of users say parking is easy

Is there wildlife in Beaufort, NC?

As of early 2026, 66% of users say there's wildlife

Do kids play outside in Beaufort, NC?

As of early 2026, 64% of users say kids play outside

Are neighbors friendly in Beaufort, NC?

As of early 2026, 63% of users say neighbors are friendly

Are the streets well-lit in Beaufort, NC?

As of early 2026, 63% of users say streets are well-lit

Do residents of Beaufort, NC plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 61% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Does Beaufort, NC have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 57% of users say there are sidewalks

Is Beaufort, NC walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 55% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Is Beaufort, NC walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 52% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Are there community events in Beaufort, NC?

As of early 2026, 48% of users say there are community events

Is Gloucester a buyer's or seller's market?

Gloucester is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What's the median sale price in Gloucester?

The median sale price in Gloucester is $458K. That is up $39.83K from the prior month.

What do residents say about Gloucester?

Residents describe Gloucester, NC as well-kept, dog-friendly, and quiet. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Gloucester, NC .

What are the closest schools to 481 Straits Rd?

The closest schools to 481 Straits Rd in Gloucester, NC are East Carteret High School (rated 8/10), Smyrna Elementary School (Pre-K/Middle, rated 5/10).

OFF MARKET

$78,499

Tax assessed value

481 Straits Rd, Gloucester, NC 28528

Home Value

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Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bath	Sqft
136 Waterside Ln, Gloucester, NC	0.48	Lot/Land	$250,000	07/27/26	-	-
580 Straits Road, Gloucester, NC	0.25	Lot/Land	$440,000	01/06/26	-	-
208 Summerplace Dr, Gloucester, NC	0.42	Lot/Land	$37,500	10/17/25	-	-
106 Nautilus Ct, Gloucester, NC	0.58	Lot/Land	$40,000	12/03/25	-	-
198 Landing Rd, Beaufort, NC	0.65	Lot/Land	$50,000	03/12/26	-	-
0 Straits Cut-Off Road, Beaufort, NC	0.68	Lot/Land	$65,000	09/30/26	-	-
348 Kings Way, Gloucester, NC	0.61	Lot/Land	$2,300	11/21/25	-	-
204 Aarons Path LOT 2, Beaufort, NC	0.83	Lot/Land	$110,000	09/23/26	-	-
183 Straits Road, Beaufort, NC	0.71	Lot/Land	$33,500	12/17/25	-	-
1020 Harkers Island Road, Beaufort, NC	0.73	Lot/Land	$315,000	04/07/26	-	-

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
493 STRAITS RD, GLOUCESTER, NC 28528	0.01	-	3	1.5	1,600	Off Market
493 Straits Rd, Gloucester, NC 28528	0.04	$291,600	3	1	1,305	Off Market
461 Straits Rd, Gloucester, NC 28528	0.05	$197,400	3	1	1,260	Off Market
503 Straits Rd, Gloucester, NC 28528	0.05	$322,300	3	2	1,473	Off Market
525 Straits Rd, Gloucester, NC 28528	0.09	$313,100	3	2	1,680	Off Market
431 Straits Rd, Gloucester, NC 28528	0.09	$461,500	3	3	2,375	Off Market
441 Straits Rd, Gloucester, NC 28528	0.09	$198,000	3	2	1,196	Off Market
172 N Pigott Rd, Gloucester, NC 28528	0.11	-	-	-	-	Off Market
460 Straits Rd, Gloucester, NC 28528	0.13	-	-	-	-	Off Market
533 Straits Rd, Gloucester, NC 28528	0.13	$164,900	3	1	912	Off Market
539 Straits Rd, Gloucester, NC 28528	0.14	$247,700	3	2	1,508	Off Market
184 N Pigott Road, Gloucester, NC 28528	0.14	$111,200	2	2	1,000	Off Market
414460 Straits Rd, Gloucester, NC 28528	0.14	-	3	1	1,588	Off Market
414 Straits Rd, Gloucester, NC 28528	0.14	$422,800	3	1	1,588	Off Market
421 Straits Rd, Gloucester, NC 28528	0.15	$227,300	3	1	1,368	Off Market
415 Straits Rd, Gloucester, NC 28528	0.16	$590,100	3	3	4,314	Off Market
N Pigott Rd #870, Gloucester, NC 28528	0.16	-	-	-	-	Off Market
198 N Pigott Rd, Gloucester, NC 28528	0.18	$236,200	2	1	1,127	Off Market
408 Straits Rd, Gloucester, NC 28528	0.21	$325,300	2	2	2,069	Off Market
205 Wayland Ct, Gloucester, NC 28528	0.21	-	-	-	-	Off Market

Homes for rent near 481 Straits Rd

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547 Pigott Rd,
Gloucester, NC 28528
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Lot/Land

2.8 acre lot

About this House

This lot/land is located at 481 Straits Rd, Gloucester, NC. 481 Straits Rd is in Gloucester, NC and in ZIP code 28528. This property has a lot size of 2.80 acres.

481 Straits Rd, Gloucester, NC 28528 is a lot/land. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia.

Home Details for 481 Straits Rd

Property Information
Property Type / Style Property Type: Lot Land

Lot Information
Lot Area: 2.80 acres

Price and Tax history

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$271	$78,499

Home facts updated by county records

Additional Cost

Market trends in Beaufort

Last updated August 2026

Avg. sale price

$458K

$39.83KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

97.3%

Price per sq ft

$289

$30MoM

Available listings

13MoM

Around this home

Smyrna Elementary School
PK-8
Public
249 Students
Carteret County Public School District
5/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
Smyrna elementary school is the best, my husband and I both attended Smyrna as children and now our daughter is there and we love it still!
Parent Review
12y ago
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What Locals Say about Beaufort

At least 44 Trulia users voted on each feature.

90 % Say there's holiday spirit
89 % Say yards are well-kept
89 % Say people would walk alone at night
88 % Say it's dog friendly
81 % Say car is needed
69 % Say it's quiet
68 % Say parking is easy
66 % Say there's wildlife
64 % Say kids play outside
63 % Say neighbors are friendly
63 % Say streets are well-lit
61 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
57 % Say there are sidewalks
55 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
52 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
48 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Bakervilla4
Resident
6y ago
"Easy going very light traffic with easy access to Hwy 70 or 101. Free Public transit is available by calling CCATS or by Taxi, Uber or Lyft."
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Mariancollier
Prev. Resident
6y ago
"The neighbors actually speak to you and I know their names. We have seafood boils in the fall, gift exchange at Christmas and lots of fun the rest of the year when the tide is up! "
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Monica1661
Resident
6y ago
"mostly need to head to Morehead City for main shopping,but able to stay in Beaufort for basic necessities"
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Blair
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6y ago
"We are lucky enough to own a house in Beaufort, NC. This is a charming and gorgeous coastal town full of wonderful people and fabulous restaurants and shops!"
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Bakervilla4
Resident
6y ago
"Great lace to live. Neighbors keep homes well kept and friendly. Neighborhood is about 50% families with children and 50 % retired. Very nice to take walks up and down the street. Very close to groceries stores and the best schools around. "
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Melissasalter86
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6y ago
"nice new bypass which helps a lot with the work traffic. Good area to live. Friendly, quiet, and peaceful. "
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Megan B.
Resident
6y ago
"retirement town. not much for the younger generations. Not much to do here and not diverse at all. most of the town is retired and elderly."
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Crumpey
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7y ago
"Coolest town in America! Wonderful place for coastal living. The last hurricane took it’s toll on us and for that I would use caution investing here. "
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Alan Pate
Resident
7y ago
"Friendly, charming, convenient. I have lived here for about 12 years. I have always felt safe. Attractive area."
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Jim
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7y ago
"Safe town, friendly! Police & Fire Department are very good. Great restaurants and many things to do."
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Pam
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7y ago
"We love living in Beaufort and love walking down to the waterfront every day. Also to local events and restaurants. "
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Amandawboyd
Resident
8y ago
"I’ve lived here for 8 years and love it. Quiet, safe and great neighbors! Great place to retire or to raise kids"
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Sjoverbey
12y ago
"Easy walk to fitness club, post office, schools and grocery store. Neighborhood is well maintained and within easy driving distance to shore amenities. "
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seprofessor
12y ago
"Area can be tranquil, very safe for children, lots of water and fishing...close to outer banks of NC"
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Frequently asked questions about 481 Straits Rd

Is Gloucester a buyer's or seller's market?
Gloucester is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What's the median sale price in Gloucester?
The median sale price in Gloucester is $458K. That is up $39.83K from the prior month.
What do residents say about Gloucester?
Residents describe Gloucester, NC as well-kept, dog-friendly, and quiet. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Gloucester, NC.
What are the closest schools to 481 Straits Rd?
The closest schools to 481 Straits Rd in Gloucester, NC are East Carteret High School (rated 8/10), Smyrna Elementary School (Pre-K/Middle, rated 5/10).