Lumberton

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Lumberton, NC

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Suburban Historic Diverse Affordable Convenient Close-Knit Accessible

Situated on the Lumber River in southeastern North Carolina, Lumberton sits within close proximity to the pristine Atlantic Coast beaches and the mountains of western North Carolina. Lumberton is also known as the midpoint between New York and Florida on the I-95 corridor. Lumberton is convenient to I-74 as well. Sometimes referred to as “the Main Street of the East Coast,” Lumberton contains a variety of antique stores, museums, restaurants, and entertainment venues in its historic downtown. The Lumber River borders Downtown Lumberton, offering plenty of opportunities for hiking and biking along the Riverwalk. A bevy of local events brings the community together in Lumberton, including the Chevy to the Levee, Rumba on the Lumber, Mid-Atlantic Fly-In and Sport Aviation Convention, and Alive After Five.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Lumberton, NC is $713 for a studio, $596 for one bedroom, $669 for two bedrooms, and $818 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Lumberton has increased by 1.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$596/month
819 Sq Ft
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Transportation

38

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

40

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

East Robeson Primary

Public

Grades PK-3

546 Students

9
out of 10

Magnolia Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

781 Students

6
out of 10

Rowland Norment Elementary

Public

Grades PK-3

446 Students

6
out of 10

Tanglewood Elementary

Public

Grades PK-3

357 Students

5
out of 10

Piney Grove Elementary

Public

Grades PK-6

477 Students

4
out of 10

Magnolia Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

781 Students

6
out of 10

Lumberton Junior High

Public

Grades 6-8

707 Students

5
out of 10

Littlefield Middle

Public

Grades 4-8

658 Students

3
out of 10

Psrc Early College At Rcc

Public

Grades 9-12

225 Students

10
out of 10

Lumberton Senior High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,935 Students

4
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Robeson Planetarium
  • Exploration Station - Robeson County

Airports

  • Fayetteville Regional/Grannis Field

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