Why this home stands out
New construction means everything is yours first — no inherited quirks, no deferred repairs, no compromises on finishes. At 1,676 square feet, this three-bedroom, two-bath layout gives you room to breathe without the upkeep burden of a larger footprint. Elizabeth City homes at this scale and vintage are genuinely rare, and 2026 construction brings current building codes, modern energy standards, and warranties that older homes simply can't match.
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Elizabeth City sits in Pasquotank County in the northeastern corner of North Carolina, tucked along the Pasquotank River just south of the Virginia border. It's a small city with a distinct personality — waterfront parks, a walkable historic downtown, and a pace of life that feels intentional rather than rushed. The area around Strawberry Acres Drive is a low-traffic residential pocket where newer homes are finding their footing alongside established neighborhoods. Elizabeth City earns its nickname 'The Harbor of Hospitality' honestly: locals are genuinely welcoming, community events draw real crowds, and the downtown dining and arts scene punches above its weight for a city this size. For anyone relocating from a higher-cost metro, the cost of living here tends to come as a pleasant surprise. You're close enough to the Outer Banks for a day trip and close enough to Hampton Roads for a weekend, but Elizabeth City itself gives you plenty of reasons to stay put.
What's nearby
Daily errands are straightforward from Strawberry Acres Drive. Food Lion and Walmart Supercenter cover grocery runs, and the Elizabeth City downtown corridor along Water Street puts local restaurants, coffee shops, and the Museum of the Albemarle within easy reach. Knobbs Creek Recreation Area offers walking trails, sports fields, and open green space just a few minutes away. The Pasquotank River waterfront is a short drive for kayaking, fishing, or simply watching the water. For medical needs, Sentara Albemarle Medical Center is the regional anchor. Regional shopping along US-17 fills in the gaps, and the Virginia state line is roughly 20 minutes north for expanded options.
For different buyers
For families upgrading
Three bedrooms and two full baths in a 2026-built home means your family gets modern layouts, current safety standards, and the kind of structural peace of mind that older homes can't always deliver. Elizabeth City's residential neighborhoods are quiet and community-oriented, and a new build at this size gives you a functional, right-sized home without the renovation projects that come with older inventory.
For first-time buyers
Buying new construction as your first home is a genuine advantage — you're not inheriting someone else's deferred maintenance list. At 209 Strawberry Acres Drive, the systems, appliances, and finishes are all day-one fresh. Elizabeth City's lower cost of living stretches your budget further than most Hampton Roads zip codes, and three bedrooms gives you room to grow into the home rather than out of it quickly.
More buyer questions
How far is 209 Strawberry Acres Drive from USCG Finance Center Chesapeake?
The drive from 209 Strawberry Acres Drive to USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is approximately 59 minutes under typical conditions, heading north through the Virginia border via US-17 or US-158. Commuters often find the route straightforward, though bridge traffic near the Chesapeake area can add time during peak hours.
What is the flood risk situation for 209 Strawberry Acres Drive?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the most accurate and up-to-date designation.
Is 209 Strawberry Acres Drive part of an HOA?
HOA status for this property should be confirmed through current listing documents or directly with the listing agent, as community association details can change between ownership cycles.
What year was 209 Strawberry Acres Drive built?
This home was built in 2026, making it new construction — one of the newest residential builds in the Elizabeth City area at the time of its completion.
Where is Elizabeth City, North Carolina relative to the Outer Banks and Hampton Roads?
Elizabeth City sits roughly 50 miles southwest of Virginia Beach and approximately 60 miles northwest of the northern Outer Banks near Kitty Hawk, placing it in a genuinely convenient position between two major coastal destinations.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of North Carolina well — reach out to get your questions answered and schedule a walkthrough of 209 Strawberry Acres Drive.
