Area Info

Washington, NC

Original by Nature
Pride in the Past...Faith in the Future

Originally called "The Fork of the Tar", for the way the Pamlico River splits into the Tar River and Chocowinity Bay, the city was renamed to Washington around the time of the American Revolution after George Washington. It is said that during the war, General Washington spent a night in this town.

The town is rich in historical buildings and landmarks--many dating back to colonial times. The city was bombed during the American Revolution and there is even a downtown waterfront home that still contains a cannon ball shot from a Union ship in the Tar River.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 6.8 miles, (6.5 miČ) of it is land and (0.3 miČ) of it is water.

Washington has a population of approximately 10,000 people. Locals enjoy fishing and boating and additional recreational activities on the Pamlico River.  Washington is home to many delightful and entertaining festivals throughout the year. Stewart Parkway, on the downtown waterfront, has 36 boat slips with electricity and water available.

Washington is truly a beautiful historic town who has and continues to revive the downtown area. Exquisite shops and exciting new restaurants line the streets where locals have shopped for many years. The remarkable building architecture reflect days of old. Most have been brought back to their original beauty. This city of the past and future is enjoying the development of new and exclusive condominiums that will provide superior views and easy access for boaters to dock their vessel.

Download the Washington Beaufort County Chamber of Commerce Visitor's Guide for complete information on the area.

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Please visit the following links for interesting facts and information about Washington and Beaufort County and other areas in Eastern North Carolina.

Aurora Fossil Museum
The Aurora Fossil Museum, founded in 1976, is a non-profit fossil education resource center. Our museum’s mission is to increase knowledge of the geology and paleontology of the coastal plains of North Carolina.

Aurora/Richland Township Chamber of Commerce
Aurora ... a small town offering the Best of Most World’s! Located in the heart of Richland Township, Aurora is full of friendly faces and interesting places. Happy times await you - whether it’s fishing, hunting, sailing, power boating, fossil finding or simply relaxing.

Beaufort County Hospital
The primary mission of Beaufort County Hospital is to provide safe, high-quality, cost-effective primary healthcare services consistent with patient needs in our community and surrounding counties.

Beaufort County Schools
The Beaufort County School System is located in eastern North Carolina and has approximately 7350 students. Beaufort County is divided by the Pamlico River, and includes the cities/towns of Aurora, Bath, Belhaven, Chocowinity, and Washington. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life in our community, by nurturing all students and educating them to their fullest potential.

Belhaven Community Chamber of Commerce
Serving all of Northeastern Beaufort County.

Coastal Carolina Waterfront
MUST SEE WEBSITE!!! The Rich Company's Tom Atkins takes you on a guided tour of the best of Eastern NC, highlighting his listings and special features.

Crown Self Storage...offers FREE storage
check out Tom Atkin’s personal website where he offers FREE storage when you move.

Cypress Landing
Located in eastern North Carolina just south of Washington on tranquil Chocowinity Bay, Cypress Landing has all the comforts, privacy, and scenery of a country estate. Cypress Landing was developed by Weyerhaeuser Real Estate and has been named as one of the “Top 20” Communities in the United States by New Choices magazine. Our amenities, including a championship golf course, marina, fitness center, tennis facilities, and our community center at the Bay Club, are all reasons to consider Cypress Landing for your future home.

Dave Rencsok..."Your REALTOR" WATEFRONT SPECIALIST
Dave's Personal WebPage...LOOKING FOR WATERFRONT PROPERTIES? INFORMATION ABOUT CYPRESS LANDING, PAMLICO PLANTATION? CALL OR EMAIL DAVE RENCSOK 800-849-2456 for a customized WATERFRONT/GOLF/MARINE/RELO INFO package made to suit your needs. Waterfront homes, lots and acreage, email dave@therichcompany.com

Hildred T. Moore Aquatic & Fitness Center
Individual or family memberships available for the pool or fitness room or both facilities. Annual, quarterly or monthly terms are available. Members have access to the facility at any time it is open (some areas may be restricted due to organized activities). Ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Members can bring a limited number of guests.
 
Historic Bath
Welcome to Historic Bath...North Carolina's oldest incorporated town.

Janice Rich has lived in Beaufort County for over thirty years and is familiar with the surrounding area and its people. Her main goal is to work putting sellers and buyers together for possibly one of the greatest financial investments of their lives. Offering the highest degree of service is of utmost importance as she strives to achieve this goal.

North Carolina Sportsman
Welcome to North Carolina Fishing & Hunting...SUBSCRIBE TODAY!

Rosie Lilley
Hello, my name is Rosie Lilley. I am a native of Washington with 13 years of experience in the local real estate market. I have consequently been one of the top-producing agents in our county. I bring to my clients a wealth of knowledge on all the amenities that Beaufort County has to offer. Specializing in the waterfront, golf and marina communities, as well as the downtown and historic district. Good service and professional treatment guaranteed.

Thad Roberts
As you search my site you’ll see that I try to keep a good mix of farmland, timber and hunting tracts, development tracts, residential, waterfront building lots, and waterfront homes available for my customers. As an added benefit to my clients I’m a member of the Multiple Listing Service in 3 adjoining counties! Therefore you may access data on all available properties in Beaufort County (Washington & Bath, Craven County (New Bern & Riverbend), and Pamlico County (Oriental & Minnesott Beach) in North Carolina.

THE RICH COMPANY "BATH BRANCH OFFICE"
Our Bath branch office is located on Hwy. 92 in the heart of historic Bath, NC...North Carolina's oldest town.

The Rich Company of Elizabeth City
Specializing in the acquisition, compilation, as well as sales and management of commercial real estate. The company has particular expertise in the development and sale of residential waterfront property, representing both seller and buyers. Bill Rich and Associates is located in Elizabeth City, NC.

Washington Beaufort County Chamber of Commerce
We are the Business for Businesses in Beaufort County.

Washington Montessori
A Public Charter School located in Washington, NC.

Washington Tourism
Tourism...Historic Washington North Carolina.

Welcome to the City of Washington...
Our city of approximately 10,000 residents is located in northeastern North Carolina on the beautiful Pamlico River. We are proud to have been the first city in America to be named for General George Washington, the future first president of the United States.

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