Living in Winterville NC
A small Pitt County town just south of Greenville, home of the Winterville Watermelon Festival.
Winterville is in Pitt County, about 15 minutes south of Greenville on NC 11. It has a small downtown on Main Street with local restaurants and breweries, and newer neighborhoods around town.
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Homes sold with a Winterville address over the last 12 months, compared with the 12 months before.
Source: Hive MLS, residential sales, Nov 5, 2025 to Nov 4, 2026 compared with Nov 5, 2024 to Nov 4, 2025. Active listings as of Nov 4, 2026. Town numbers use the city on the listing address, so they include some homes just outside town limits. Months of supply = homes for sale divided by average monthly sales. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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What Winterville Is Like
Winterville was incorporated in 1897 and grew around A.G. Cox’s manufacturing business by the railroad depot, which made cotton planters, carts, wagons and school desks. In 1920 it became the first town in Pitt County with electric lights.
The Winterville Watermelon Festival has run every August for more than 40 years, with a parade, rides and concerts. In summer, the town holds weekly Markets on the Square.
Town website: www.wintervillenc.com
Local Favorites
- Main & Mill Oyster Bar & Tavern: Seafood and comfort food on Main Street
- Nauti Dog Brewing Co.: Brewery in a historic brick building on Main Street
- Local Oak Brewing Co.: Small taproom with a beer garden on Railroad Street
- The Biscuit & The Bean: Breakfast and lunch cafe on Beacon Drive
Homes in Winterville
The Cox-Ange House is on the National Register, and the Renston Rural Historic District, listed in 2003, covers historic farms nearby.
Getting Around Winterville
NC 11 runs through Winterville toward Greenville. The Greenville Southwest Bypass, opened in 2019, wraps around the west side of town and connects to US 264.
Approximate drive times:
- Greenville: about 15 minutes
- Wilson: about 50 minutes
- Rocky Mount: about 55 minutes
- Raleigh: about 1 hour 30 minutes
Getting Outside
Winterville Recreation Park on Sylvania Street has 24 acres with ball fields, an amphitheater and a walking trail. Hillcrest Park has pavilions, courts and a short trail. Greenville’s parks and greenways are about 15 minutes north.
Nearby Towns
Winterville Questions
What county is Winterville, NC in?
Winterville is in Pitt County, North Carolina. Main ZIP code: 28590.
How far is Winterville, NC from Raleigh?
About 1 hour 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic and where you’re headed.
What kinds of homes are in Winterville, NC?
The Cox-Ange House is on the National Register, and the Renston Rural Historic District, listed in 2003, covers historic farms nearby.
What is there to do in Winterville, NC?
Come for the Winterville Watermelon Festival in August, visit the summer Markets on the Square, or spend an evening at the Main Street breweries.
How do I find out about schools in Winterville, NC?
School assignments can change, so verify school assignment for any address with the school district.
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