Property management and real estate in Tarboro

Getting to know Tarboro

History

Tarboro is one of North Carolina's oldest towns — the General Assembly chartered "Tarborough" on November 30, 1760, making it the ninth-oldest incorporated town in the state. At the heart of the original town plan, the founders set aside 50 acres for public use, creating the Tarboro Town Common — 15 shaded acres believed to be the second-oldest town common still in existence in the United States, after Boston's. The Common was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1970 and still holds several historic monuments beneath oak trees planted by the town's founders.

That sense of preservation extends well beyond the Common. The Tarboro Historic District, listed on the National Register in 1977, spans 45 blocks and includes more than 300 contributing structures — one of the larger historic districts in North Carolina. Walking those blocks today, from grand Federal and Victorian homes to the old commercial storefronts downtown, gives a genuine sense of more than 260 years of continuous history.

Things to Do & Parks

Downtown, the Blount-Bridgers House is worth a stop — a Federal-style home built around 1808 by Thomas Blount, a prominent local businessman and U.S. congressman. It was restored and opened as a museum in 1979, with the first floor devoted to 19th-century furnishings and Edgecombe County history and the second floor home to the Hobson Pittman Memorial Gallery.

For time outdoors, Riverfront Park runs along the Tar River right next to downtown, with cypress lowlands, landscaped gardens, walking trails, and a boat ramp. Indian Lake Park & Sports Complex offers hiking trails, sports fields, a disc golf course, and camping facilities, and the Tar River itself is part of the Tar River Paddle Trail, a popular stretch for kayaking and canoeing.

Dining

Downtown Tarboro's dining scene centers on spots like On the Square, a longtime favorite on East Saint James Street known for a seasonal menu built around sustainable, local ingredients. Right around the corner, Tarboro Brewing Company — Edgecombe County's first craft brewery, opened in 2016 inside a renovated century-old car dealership — pours its own beer in a taproom that's become a real downtown gathering spot, with tours available most days. Around town you'll also find casual, local staples like Country Sunrise Grill.

• “I’ve been living in this property for the past 6 months, and it’s been a great experience. The property is well-maintained, clean, and comfortable. management team have been professional, responsive, and easy to work with whenever I have questions or needed assistance. Communication has always been prompt, and any concerns have been handled quickly. I’m very happy with my experience so far and would highly recommend Keystone Realty to anyone looking for a reliable place to live.”

  Lissette Cuello4 months ago

• “Mr. Bass and Keystone Realty ARE second to NONE! For ALL of your real estate needs, please do yourself a huge favor and contact him immediately. Mr. Bass represented me through a difficult real estate transaction process with consistent efforts and due diligence. Keeping me abreast every step of the way, his experience and advice provided sound guidance to a clear path to the finish line. He made the selling process a breeze. Exceptional job, Mr. Bass and Keystone Realty!”

  Gerard Silver3 years ago

• “I've used a few realtors in the past and these are the first ones I thought were worth anything 😆. Great communication all along but even better knowledge of the market and process. They weren't pushy and offered great opinions along the way. Sold my house for more than I expected in just a couple weeks on the market. I'd recommend Zach (and Phil) to anyone. Thanks Keystone!”

  TJ Schullery3 years ago

• “Wendy Ricks with Keystone Realty. Was awesome to work with, and found me a great place to live now (my new home) Thank you”

  shail patel3 years ago

• “I worked with Candice Belk and she was amazing! I was a first time home buyer and she went above and beyond by explaining every part of the process to me. Each time I reached out to her with a question, she responded immediately. I would highly recommend her to anyone, and especially first time home buyers!!!”

  Kaitlyn Tucker3 years ago

• “Hands down, the best experience for selling my home. We ran into very few issues and Wendy resolved everything quickly and kept me informed the whole time. I will continue to refer her to whomever needs to sell or buy a home!!”

  Samantha Fleming3 years ago

• “Zach with Keystone is really great and helpful and really easy to work with.”
• “Working with Zac and Phil was great! The communication with Zac was fantastic!”
• “Super helpful and had quick responses!”

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