Perquimans County, North Carolina
Hertford Real Estate and Local Guide
Hertford is the historic county seat of Perquimans County, a small riverside town on the Perquimans River first incorporated in 1758, where agriculture remains a leading industry. Ranked Realty pairs verified local data with the agents who know Hertford best.
About the area
Living in Hertford, NC
Birthplace of Baseball Hall of Fame pitcher Jim "Catfish" Hunter.
The housing market
Homes in Hertford
- About 54% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
- Around 65% of housing units are single-family detached homes.
- The median home value is about $178,600.
Landmarks and lifestyle
What makes Hertford home
Newbold-White House
Circa 1730 brick house, among the oldest brick dwellings in North Carolina
Hertford S-Bridge
S-shaped swing bridge over the Perquimans River and a longtime town landmark
Perquimans County Courthouse
Historic county courthouse listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Missing Mill Park
Riverfront park with a boardwalk, fishing pier, playground, and canoe launch on the Perquimans River
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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.