Camp Lejeune, NC - Nearby Cities

Jacksonville, NC
Jacksonville is a city in Onslow County, North Carolina that has an estimated population of 80,500 people. It is the youngest city in the United States with its estimated age being 23 years old. The age factor makes sense given the large military presence at Camp LeJeune located just 12 miles away. Jacksonville offers a thriving community for those military personnel and their family members who are looking to relocate to the area.

Homes for sale in the area start at $137,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $454 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the Fairfield Inn and Suites and America's Best Value Inn offer accommodations including high speed internet access and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $91.

Local attractions include Surfer's Beach which offers shore activities and miles of sandy beach for sunbathing, picnicking, and fun. The Hocking Valley Scenic Railway is also fun for the whole family with a historic train ride in a 1920s coach, and a 1930s-era coach or open car. One of the stops on the train tour is a 1840s pioneer log village. The train departs twice daily and runs through the end of October.

Sneads Ferry, NC
Sneads Ferry is a city in Onslow County, North Carolina that has an estimated population of 2,200 people. The town covers 6 square miles with 2 square miles being water. The town got its name when Edmund Ennett established a ferry at the site of what is today known as Sneads Ferry. A year later, two ferries ran from the banks of the New River. The town is very dependent on the seafood industry which has been a boost for the local economy. Sneads Ferry is located just 14 miles from the Camp LeJeune Marine Corps Base and offers military personnel and civilian employees a short commute to work.

Homes for sale in the area start at $234,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $509 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the Holiday Inn Express and the Seaward Inn offer accommodations including high speed internet access and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $94.

Local attractions include the Thurston Art Gallery which was built in 1939 by a local preacher. The preacher was an accredited art teacher, and the gallery offers local artists a place to display their innovate works of art. The North Shore Country Club is located along the Intercoastal Waterway and offers picturesque views while playing through the 18-hole championship golf course. Golf, swimming, and tennis are available at the club. Private oceanfront beach access is also provided.

Swansboro, NC
Swansboro is a town in Onslow County with a population of 1,500 people. The town covers 1.3 square miles and was first incorporated in 1783. The town got its name from Samuel Swann who was the Speaker in the North Carolina House of Commons in the late 1700s. The town is more commonly known as "The Friendly City by the Sea". Swansboro is located just 17 miles from the Camp LeJeune Marine Corps Base and offers a short commute for those military personnel looking to live close to where they work.

Homes for sale in the area start at $162,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $639 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the Best Western Silver Creek Inn offer accommodations including high speed internet access and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $101.

Local attractions include Hammock Beach which offers an uncrowded, clean beachfront with ferry access and picturesque views. The ferry takes visitors over to Bear Island where the beach is natural and secluded. No alcohol is permitted, which makes the environment family-friendly. The Golfin' Dolphin is another fun family-oriented spot that offers go-karts, miniature golf, bumper boats, and a Water Wars section. The park is perfect for kids of all ages.

Piney Green, NC
Piney Green is a city located in Onslow County, North Carolina which has a current population of 11,600 people. It stretches over 13 square miles and is located just 6 miles from Camp LeJeune Marine Corps Base. The community offers military personnel and civilian employees a short commute to work while at the same time providing a quiet and laid-back environment in which to live.

Homes for sale in the area start at $234,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $650 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the Liberty Inn and the Comfort Inn Suites offer accommodations including high speed internet access and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $65.

Local attractions include the Museum of the Marine which offers three main galleries, a special exhibits gallery, and an orientation gallery. There is also a remembrance memorial as well as a Worlds Warrior Zone. The museum shows films on the history of the Marine Corps and where it is headed in the future in terms of technological developments and modern war fighting. The heritage of the Armed Service is highlighted with its main theme standing strong "Semper Fidelis".