Prime Commercial Development Land on US Highway 17 | Hertford NC

Investment Overview

Position your business or investment along one of northeastern North Carolina's primary commercial corridors. This 9.55-acre development site offers outstanding visibility, excellent highway access, and nearly 800 feet of frontage on US Highway 17 (Ocean Highway North) just north of Hertford. The property benefits from a full median crossover, allowing convenient access for both northbound and southbound traffic—an increasingly valuable feature along major highways. With approximately 7.57 acres zoned Commercial Highway (CH) and an additional 1.98 acres zoned Rural Agriculture (RA), the property provides flexibility for a wide variety of commercial uses while offering additional land for future expansion, stormwater management, or supporting uses.

Investment Highlights

• 9.55± Acres
• Ground Lease Opportunity
• 795± Feet of Frontage on US Highway 17 ( Ocean Hwy North ) - More frontage means more flexibility for multiple users and greater long-term value.
• 18500 AADT ( NCDOT 2024 ) - Provides consistent exposure for future businesses.
• Full Median Crossover providing northbound and southbound access.
• Commercial Highway (CH) Zoning - Reduces entitlement risk and accelerates development.
• Future Interstate 87 Corridor - Positions the property to benefit from future transportation improvements, increased traffic volumes, and long-term regional growth.
• Approximately 7.57 Acres CH and 1.98 Acres Rural Agriculture
• The combination of Commercial Highway and Rural Agriculture zoning provides room for future expansion, stormwater facilities, outdoor amenities, or additional phases of development.
• Excellent Visibility
• 8+/- miles from Hertford and 6+/- miles from Elizabeth City / Walmart Exit
• Convenient Access to Elizabeth City, Edenton, and the Hampton Roads Virginia region
• Ideal for Retail, Hospitality, Automotive and Mixed-Use Development