Why this home stands out
Few addresses in northeastern North Carolina pair new construction flexibility with the full amenity package that Albemarle Plantation delivers: deep-water marina access, an 18-hole golf course, tennis courts, a clubhouse, and miles of natural shoreline. Lot 90 lets you shape a 2,185-square-foot home from the ground up — finishes, layout details, and personal touches — inside a community that already has its character firmly established.
ALBEMARLE PLANTATION and the Hertford real estate market
Albemarle Plantation is a private, gated community wrapped around the northern shore of the Albemarle Sound, just outside Hertford in Perquimans County, North Carolina. The community has a distinct identity: it draws people who want waterfront lifestyle without the density of a resort town. Streets wind past mature trees, private docks, and well-kept homesites, and the pace here is deliberately unhurried. Hertford itself — the county seat — is a small, historic river town with a genuine small-town feel. The downtown drawbridge over the Perquimans River is one of the few remaining pontoon-style bridges on the East Coast, and the surrounding countryside is defined by farmland, waterways, and quiet roads. For buyers comparing Hertford homes for sale, the combination of gated community infrastructure and open-water access is genuinely difficult to replicate at this latitude.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are straightforward from Lot 90. A Dollar General sits just 0.3 miles away for quick household needs, and the Albemarle Plantation Sales Office — also 0.3 miles — is the natural first stop for community questions, lot details, and builder coordination. For broader shopping, Elizabeth City is roughly 30 minutes north and carries full grocery, dining, and retail options. The Outer Banks are within an easy day-trip range, and the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge offers kayaking and hiking for those who like their weekends outdoors.
For different buyers
For families upgrading
If your next chapter calls for more space and a setting that actually matches the life you've built, Lot 90 Albemarle Plantation is worth a serious look. You're getting 2,185 square feet of new construction, a gated community with marina and golf amenities, and the ability to make finish selections before a single wall goes up — the kind of control that existing homes simply can't offer.
For buyers drawn to character
Buyers who want something with genuine character — not a subdivision that looks like every other subdivision — tend to find Albemarle Plantation immediately compelling. The community has history, water, and a sense of place that took decades to develop. Lot 90 gives you a way into that established setting with a brand-new home, so you're not compromising on either authenticity or condition.
More buyer questions
What amenities does Albemarle Plantation include for residents?
The community features a deep-water marina, an 18-hole golf course, tennis courts, a clubhouse, a swimming pool, and extensive waterfront common areas along the Albemarle Sound.
How far is Lot 90 Albemarle Plantation from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk?
The drive to Joint Staff J7 in Suffolk, Virginia runs approximately 89 minutes, making this a better fit for remote workers or retirees than for active-duty personnel needing daily base access.
Is Lot 90 Albemarle Plantation in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this lot is addressed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — review that section and consult your lender and insurance agent for current FEMA map data before closing.
What is the expected completion timeline for a new build on Lot 90?
Build timelines vary by builder and finish selections, but new construction in communities like Albemarle Plantation typically runs 10 to 14 months from contract to closing — your builder representative can provide a project-specific schedule.
Does Albemarle Plantation have an HOA?
Yes, Albemarle Plantation is a gated community with an active homeowners association that maintains common areas, community amenities, and security infrastructure — HOA membership is required for all residents.
Ready to learn more about Lot 90 or walk the site? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this community well — reach out and let's talk through your options.
