Shallot, Shallot NC — neighborhood review

Shallot, NC

Shallot · NC 28459

Updated August 25, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$330K

Median Price

Walk Score

6.1/10

Schools

197 min

to Raleigh, NC

Score Breakdown

CAffordability
63/100
BSafety
78/100
CSchools
61/100
B+Quietness
80/100
FCommute
15/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score50/100

Our Take

Shallotte offers solid family‑friendly amenities with decent schools and low crime, but it’s very car‑dependent and has a long commute to larger job centers. It’s a quiet, affordable option for people who can drive, but lacks a vibrant local economy or nightlife.

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The Good

  • Strong public schools (average rating 6.1), Low violent crime, Proximity to the coast and large green spaces, Affordability relative to nearby Wilmington

Real Talk

  • !Very little pedestrian or transit infrastructure; nearly all errands require a car, Long commute (197 minutes) to Raleigh or Wilmington’s job markets, Limited dining and nightlife options locally, Slow local economic growth may limit future value appreciation
  • $Higher transportation costs (fuel, parking), Potentially higher property taxes for coastal areas, Longer commute time translates to more time away from home

Best For

Families with childrenRetirees seeking quietRemote workers with car accessPet ownersCommuters willing to drive

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Shallot, NC

B

Safety grade

Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low
1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

57% safer than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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