Why this home stands out
Built in 2026, this home arrives with everything fresh — systems, finishes, and structure — giving you the rare combination of generous square footage and true new construction quality in a small-town North Carolina setting. Four bedrooms and three full baths across 2,626 square feet means room to spread out, host, or grow, all within a community that feels intentionally designed rather than incidentally assembled.
ALBEMARLE PLANTATION and the Hertford real estate market
Hertford sits along the Perquimans River in Perquimans County, one of the quieter corners of northeastern North Carolina's Albemarle region. The town itself is small and historic — think drawbridge, colonial-era architecture, and a main street that still functions like one — but 180 Broad River Drive places you within the Albemarle Plantation community, a private, amenity-rich enclave that operates on a different scale entirely. Albemarle Plantation wraps around the Albemarle Sound and offers marina access, a golf course, and a genuine sense of community among residents who chose this lifestyle deliberately. Hertford proper is roughly 15 minutes from Elizabeth City, which provides a broader range of shopping, dining, and medical services. The pace here is unhurried, the natural surroundings are genuinely beautiful, and the community infrastructure at Albemarle Plantation means you're never far from something to do — on the water or off it.
What's nearby
Daily life at 180 Broad River Drive keeps things close and comfortable. The Dockside Cafe at Albemarle Plantation is just 0.4 miles away — an easy walk or golf-cart ride for a casual meal or morning coffee with a water view. The Clubhouse Restaurant at Albemarle Plantation sits 0.6 miles out and offers a more polished dining experience without leaving the community. The Albemarle Plantation Sales Office, also at 0.6 miles, is a useful reference point for understanding the broader community layout and available amenities. For everyday errands and larger shopping trips, Elizabeth City is the practical hub serving this part of Perquimans County.
For different buyers
For families upgrading
Four bedrooms and three full baths in a 2026-built home means you're not inheriting someone else's layout decisions — everything is current, clean, and designed for how families actually live today. The Albemarle Plantation community adds structured amenities that make weekends genuinely enjoyable, and 2,626 square feet gives growing households real breathing room without the compromise of an older build.
For buyers drawn to character
If your idea of the right home involves a community with a marina, a golf course, waterfront dining steps away, and a pace of life that actually lets you exhale — 180 Broad River Drive is worth a serious look. New construction in 2026 means you get all of that character-rich Albemarle Sound lifestyle wrapped in a home with zero deferred maintenance and modern systems throughout.
More buyer questions
How far is 180 Broad River Drive from Elizabeth City?
Elizabeth City is approximately 15 to 20 minutes from Hertford, making it the primary destination for larger grocery runs, medical appointments, and broader retail needs.
What amenities does Albemarle Plantation offer residents?
Albemarle Plantation is a private community that includes marina access on the Albemarle Sound, a golf course, on-site dining at multiple venues, and a range of social and recreational programming for residents.
Is 180 Broad River Drive part of an HOA?
Yes, the property is within Albemarle Plantation, which is a managed community — HOA membership is part of living there and supports the shared amenities and infrastructure that define the community experience.
What is the flood risk situation for this address?
Given the waterfront nature of the Albemarle Plantation community and its proximity to the Albemarle Sound, flood zone status is an important consideration — check the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA designation specific to this parcel.
How far is 180 Broad River Drive from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk?
Joint Staff J7 in Suffolk, Virginia is approximately 90 minutes from Hertford, making this location better suited to remote workers or retirees than active-duty personnel with daily commute requirements.
Want to see 180 Broad River Drive in person or get your questions answered? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this market well — reach out and let's talk.
