Pitt County, North Carolina
Grifton Real Estate and Local Guide
Small family-oriented town straddling the Pitt-Lenoir county line along Contentnea Creek, known for its fishing heritage and community festivals. Ranked Realty pairs verified local data with the agents who know Grifton best.
About the area
Living in Grifton, NC
Known as the "Shad Capital of North Carolina," home to the annual Grifton Shad Festival held since 1971.
The housing market
Homes in Grifton
- About 39% of housing units are owner-occupied.
- About 60% of homes are single-family houses.
- The median home value is about $122,100.
Landmarks and lifestyle
What makes Grifton home
Grifton Historical Museum and Catechna Indian Village
Museum overlooking Contentnea Creek with exhibits on explorer John Lawson and Tuscarora history
WITN-TV tower
Guyed TV mast about 1,985 feet tall located in the town
A Time for Science Grifton Nature Campus
400-acre nature campus offering kayaking on ponds and an observatory for stargazing
Contentnea Creek
Creek running through town that offers kayaking and fishing
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Local facts on this page are verified against public sources as part of the AppWT local-data project. Data reflects the most recent available figures.