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Jacksonville, located along the New River, is the commercial center of Onslow County and home to the Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune and the Marine Corps Air Station New River. For more information about Onslow County, visit the official Onslow County website or the Jacksonville-Onslow Chamber of Commerce.
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Jacksonville has grown rapidly since 1941 when Camp Lejeune was established. Today, the city of Jacksonville makes up the largest population in Onslow County. Covering 45.2 square miles of eastern North Carolina, the Jacksonville that we know today is a much different place. A census taken in 2000 showed the population of Jacksonville at 66,715 people, which is a 122% increase from its population 10 years before in 1990. About half the population lives aboard Camp Lejeune and the New River Air Station. While the military is still a strong part of the culture, the once quiet farming community has grown into the business, retail, medical, banking and cultural center for Onslow County. Jacksonville is in the middle of a renovation of its downtown sector, converting aging historic buildings into beautiful examples of North Carolina heritage, inviting commerce and tourism to the downtown area. For additional demographic information about Jacksonville, just visit the US Census site.
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Conveniently located, Jacksonville has access to the Atlantic Ocean as well as inland areas via Interstates 17 and 258 and State Route 24. Jacksonville is less than a 30 minute drive to Topsail Island’s and Emerald Islands great beaches. These beaches are open to the public and there are many easy places park and access the beach. It is approximately 40 minutes from Wilmington and 15 minutes from the Intra Coastal Waterway. It is less than ½ hour away from Ellis Airport with daily flights provided by US Airways Express and Delta. |
Jacksonville and Onslow County have much to offer to people of all ages. In April 2010, Jacksonville was named by Forbes magazine as the #1 City in America to find a job. In 2008, Jacksonville held the distinction of being rated by Business Week Magazine as the Top NC City To Raise Kids In and was ranked by Zillow.com as the Top Performing Real Estate Market in the Nation! In addition, in 2009 Kiplinger’s Personal Finance Magazine listed Jacksonville as one of the Best Cities to Live In across the county.
So what’s so great about living in Jacksonville? Check out the Onslow County Tourism website and you’ll see a myriad of activities for the whole family. With an excellent Parks and Recreation program, there is something for everyone in Jacksonville!
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Onslow county consists of 30 miles of breathtaking beaches which have been acclaimed as some of the best. Full of rich heritage and quaint maritime towns and villages, Onslow County invites you to share in the many festivals and cultural happenings that everyone in the family will enjoy. Coastal activities also offer much in the way of unique shopping and family entertainment. The Jacksonville County Club offer families a host of activities from golf, swimming, tennis, an extensive social calendar and junior programs. Another popular place for golf enthusiasts is the North Shore Golf and County Club only a ½ hour away in Sneads Ferry. From biking trails, camping, fishing charters, horseback riding, art galleries and museums, community theatre, historical monuments and place of interest like the Onslow Vietnam Veterans and Beirut Memorial, Jacksonville and Onslow County has it all! |
 | The Jacksonville real estate market consists of a varied selection of detached, single-family homes, townhouses, condos and undeveloped land. Jacksonville has many single-story ranches as well as more modern, two-story layouts. A large number of homes were built in the 1970s and 1980s, but older and newer, custom-built properties are also available. Prices for detached, single-family resale homes range from about $110,000 up to $600,000 while new construction homes range from about $130,000 up to $350,000. Typically, a budget of $300,000 could purchase a custom-built four-bedroom home on a large lot with a fenced yard. Resale condominiums and townhouses are priced from about $75,000 up to $120,000 while new construction ones range from $117,000 up to $280,000. Manufactured homes range from $90,000 up to $140,000. Lastly, residential land is plentiful—a plus for those considering a custom-built home. Most residential lots range from $20,000 to about $200,000.
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One great thing about the Jacksonville housing market is it’s stability compared to the rest of the nation. While many communities across the US have experienced severe home prices declines, Jacksonville has actually experienced a 3.7% Year over Year Increase according to Zillow.com. Trulia.com supports this statement by offering their own Home Market Price Trends. Also, with the constant rotation of military personnel, rental properties are a very hot commodity in Jacksonville | The 2010 - 2011 city tax rate for Jacksonville is $.538 per $100 of assessed value. The Onslow County 2010 - 2011 tax rate is $.585 per $100 of assessed value. More information can be obtained at the Onslow County tax rate website. For extensive, additional demographic and statistical data on Jacksonville, click here.
There are a variety of both public and private schools in the area for resident children, most of them are only 5-10 minutes away. For an independent rating of these schools, visit Great Schools or NC Report Cards.
If you’re thinking of relocating to Jacksonville, send for a free relocation packet offer by the Jacksonville-Onslow Chamber of Commerce.
As an experienced REALTOR® in the area, I am already familiar with current real estate values, taxes, utility costs, municipal services and facilities, and may be aware of local zoning changes that could affect your decision to buy. A professional REALTOR® can also help you determine how much home you can afford. Allow me to suggest ways to accrue the down payment and explain alternative financing methods. In addition to knowing the local lending market and current interest rates, contact me for information on what personal and financial data to bring with you when you apply for a loan.
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