Why this home stands out
Lot 87 Albemarle Plantation is a to-be-built 1,947-square-foot residence scheduled for completion in 2026, giving you the rare chance to step into a brand-new home within one of northeastern North Carolina's most established planned waterfront communities. The combination of new construction quality, a gated setting, and direct access to Albemarle Sound marina infrastructure is genuinely hard to replicate at this latitude.
ALBEMARLE PLANTATION and the Hertford real estate market
Albemarle Plantation is a private, gated community spread across the southern shore of Albemarle Sound in Perquimans County, North Carolina. It's the kind of place that attracts people who want a full lifestyle package — deep-water marina access, an 18-hole golf course, a clubhouse, tennis courts, and a pool — without the density of a resort town. Hertford itself is a small, unhurried county seat with genuine historic character; the town sits along the Perquimans River and carries the kind of architectural heritage you'd expect from one of North Carolina's oldest communities. The broader region is defined by water: sounds, rivers, and creeks shape both the landscape and the pace of daily life. For anyone searching for Albemarle Plantation Hertford NC real estate, this lot represents a chance to build into that lifestyle from the ground up. Perquimans County keeps things quiet and rural, but the proximity to the Outer Banks corridor and the Hampton Roads metro means you're never truly isolated.
What's nearby
Day-to-day convenience inside Albemarle Plantation starts with the community's own Sales Office just 0.3 miles away — a useful resource during the build process and beyond for community information. A Dollar General sits equally close at 0.3 miles, handling quick household needs without a long drive. For broader grocery runs, pharmacy stops, or a wider dining selection, Elizabeth City is the practical hub, roughly 20 minutes north on US-17. The Outer Banks are reachable in under an hour, making weekend trips to the coast entirely realistic.
For different buyers
For families upgrading
If you've been waiting for the right moment to get into a brand-new home with room to grow, Lot 87 Albemarle Plantation delivers exactly that. At 1,947 square feet across three bedrooms and two baths, there's genuine everyday livability here — plus the community amenities, the gated security, and the waterfront setting that make weekends feel like a reward for the week.
For buyers drawn to character
You're not buying a cookie-cutter subdivision house here. Albemarle Plantation carries decades of intentional community planning — marina slips, a golf course, a clubhouse, and a gated perimeter that keeps the atmosphere consistent. Lot 87 lets you bring new construction quality into that established character, which is a combination that genuinely doesn't come around often in coastal North Carolina.
More buyer questions
How far is Lot 87 Albemarle Plantation from the nearest military base?
Joint Staff J7 in Suffolk, Virginia is approximately 90 minutes north via US-17, making it a long daily commute but a feasible option for personnel with flexible schedules or remote duty arrangements.
What amenities does Albemarle Plantation include for residents?
The community features a deep-water marina, an 18-hole golf course, a clubhouse, swimming pool, and tennis courts — all within the gated grounds accessible to homeowners.
When is the home on Lot 87 expected to be completed?
The property is listed with a 2026 build year, indicating a to-be-built new construction timeline — confirm the exact completion schedule with the builder or sales office.
Is Lot 87 Albemarle Plantation in a flood zone?
Perquimans County properties near Albemarle Sound can carry flood zone designations — check the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page for the specific FEMA flood zone classification for this lot.
Does Albemarle Plantation have a homeowners association?
Yes, Albemarle Plantation is a managed gated community with an active HOA that oversees the shared amenities, common areas, and community standards.
Curious about building on Lot 87 or exploring other opportunities inside Albemarle Plantation? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corridor well — reach out and let's talk through your options.
