Why this home stands out
What sets 177 Middleton Drive apart is its address inside Albemarle Plantation — a private, amenity-rich waterfront community on the Perquimans River. With nearly 2,900 square feet spread across four bedrooms, the home gives you room to spread out while two on-site dining options sit within half a mile of your front door. That combination of space, community, and convenience is genuinely rare in this part of coastal North Carolina.
ALBEMARLE PLANTATION and the Hertford real estate market
Albemarle Plantation is one of northeastern North Carolina's most distinctive planned communities, wrapping around the Perquimans River with a marina, golf course, and a tight-knit neighborhood feel that draws both full-time residents and those looking for a slower pace without sacrificing amenities. Hertford itself is the county seat of Perquimans County — a small, historic town that wears its colonial-era roots proudly, from the curved pedestrian bridge over the Perquimans River to its preserved downtown streetscape. Life here moves at a deliberate pace. You're roughly 35 miles from Elizabeth City, about an hour from the Outer Banks beaches, and positioned along US-17 for straightforward access to the broader Hampton Roads region across the state line. The Hertford, North Carolina real estate market attracts buyers who value waterfront community living, privacy, and the kind of elbow room that coastal Virginia's denser suburbs simply can't offer at comparable price points. Perquimans County keeps property taxes among the lowest in the region, which adds up meaningfully over time.
What's nearby
Step outside and you're practically on top of two solid dining options. The Clubhouse Restaurant at Albemarle Plantation is just 0.2 miles away — an easy walk for dinner or a weekend lunch without touching your car. Dockside Cafe at Albemarle Plantation sits another 0.3 miles beyond that, giving you a casual waterside spot for morning coffee or a laid-back meal. Beyond the plantation gates, Hertford's small-town core is a short drive for everyday errands, and Elizabeth City — with a fuller range of grocery, medical, and retail options — is roughly 35 miles northwest on US-17.
For different buyers
For families upgrading
Four bedrooms and nearly 2,900 square feet give a growing family genuine room to breathe. The layout supports dedicated home-office or homework space, and the Albemarle Plantation community adds structured amenities — golf, marina access, and on-site dining — that make weekend life feel like a retreat. Perquimans County's low tax burden means more of your housing budget stays in your pocket each year.
For buyers drawn to character
If cookie-cutter subdivisions leave you cold, Albemarle Plantation offers something different: a riverfront community with its own marina, golf course, and dining, set inside a historically rich corner of coastal North Carolina. A 1993-built home at this scale gives you the bones of a well-established property with room to personalize, all within one of the region's most architecturally intentional planned communities.
More buyer questions
How far is 177 Middleton Drive from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk?
The drive from 177 Middleton Drive to Joint Staff J7 in Suffolk, Virginia is approximately 92 minutes, crossing the state line via US-17 North. That commute makes this property better suited to remote workers or retirees than to active-duty personnel with daily reporting requirements.
What amenities does Albemarle Plantation offer residents?
Albemarle Plantation includes a marina, an 18-hole golf course, two on-site restaurants, a clubhouse, and community waterfront access on the Perquimans River — all within the gated community boundaries.
Is 177 Middleton Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page; we recommend reviewing that section and consulting with your insurance agent before making any decisions.
Does the Albemarle Plantation community have an HOA?
Yes, Albemarle Plantation is a planned community with a homeowners association that oversees common areas, amenities, and community standards — specific fee details should be confirmed during the transaction process.
Where is the nearest full-service grocery store to 177 Middleton Drive?
The closest full-service grocery options are in Elizabeth City, roughly 35 miles northwest via US-17, which is the primary retail hub serving Perquimans County residents.
Want to know more about 177 Middleton Drive or Albemarle Plantation? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corridor well — reach out and let's talk through what this address could mean for you.
