Lured by the mild climate, low tax rate and relatively low cost of living, many retirees, both military and civilian, are finding a home in the Havelock area. Some of today's primary growth areas are the waterfront developments along the Neuse River and large creeks. To get a good overview of the properties in Havelock and the services offered by the town's real estate agents, pick up a free copy of Real Estate Magazine and Homes Magazine at the Havelock Chamber of Commerce. Because of the number of military entering and exiting the Havelock area, renting a place here for a period of time is a lot easier than in most areas. Rentals are abundant and come in many forms, including houses, apartments or mobile homes.
Many storage units are also available and vary in size.
This company markets new homes, resales, lots and acreage throughout Havelock and New Bern. It also handles the Carolina Pines subdivision. Century 21 Home Realty of Havelock 496 Westbrooke Shopping Ctr. This is the place to find someone with extensive knowledge of the area and access to property in the surrounding four counties with multiple listings service. This is the oldest franchise real estate company in the city.