Community Links
Community Links,
Local Services &
OBX Living Resources.
A curated guide for Outer Banks residents, buyers, sellers, relocating families, and visitors — including town information, schools, colleges, parks, utilities, events, recreation, and must-visit local resources.
One page. The most useful OBX links.
There is so much good information online about the Outer Banks that it can be overwhelming to sift through it all. Team Nadine organized the most helpful links in one refined guide so you can research the area with confidence.
Outer Banks city and town information.
Use these official town, county, and chamber links to research services, permits, events, beach rules, public notices, and local government updates.
Regional Resources
County services, visitor resources, chamber information, relocation details, business resources, and local updates.
Helpful links organized by need.
A cleaner way to browse the same community resources, with added categories for schools, higher education, parks, recreation, and relocation planning.
Towns & Government
County and town websites for official information, permits, meetings, notices, services, and resident updates.
Schools & Colleges
Research K–12 districts, compare school performance, and explore nearby higher-education options for the Outer Banks region.
Parks & Attractions
Explore dunes, maritime forest, historic sites, aquariums, parks, lighthouses, and family-friendly OBX destinations.
Local Events
Stay connected to history, festivals, performances, seasonal events, and family activities throughout the OBX.
Fishing, Surf & Golf
Find surf reports, fishing resources, piers, sport fishing, and nearby golf courses for the Outer Banks lifestyle.
News & Local Media
Keep up with local news, events, weather-related updates, beach conditions, and community announcements.
School research made easier.
For buyers with children, the best first step is confirming the assigned district, reviewing official report cards, and comparing commute times from each OBX community.
Top school research links
Instead of relying only on a third-party ranking, use official district sites and the NC School Report Cards to compare school performance, growth, attendance, safety, advanced courses, class size, and other data.
Nearby colleges & training
Higher-education and workforce options close to the Outer Banks include community college campuses in the region and nearby Elizabeth City State University.
The resources that make OBX special.
Add depth to the page with the places people actually research before visiting, relocating, investing, or buying a vacation home.
Outdoor favorites
Beach life is only one part of the OBX. These parks and natural areas help buyers understand the local lifestyle beyond the shoreline.
History & family attractions
From first flight history to waterfront cultural sites, these links make the page more useful for families, visitors, and relocation research.
Utility numbers for the OBX.
A practical section for relocating buyers, new homeowners, renters, and property owners preparing for utilities and services.
| Service | Provider / Department | Phone / Link | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electric | Dominion NC Power Company | 1-888-667-3000 | Electric service provider for many northern OBX areas. |
| Electric | Cape Hatteras Electric | 252-995-5616 | Electric cooperative serving Hatteras/Ocracoke areas. |
| Cable / Internet | Charter Communications / Spectrum | 1-877-946-1571 | Check availability by property address. |
| Water | Dare County Water Department | 252-475-5990 252-475-5779 |
Confirm connection and billing requirements by address. |
| Gas / Propane | Owens Gas | 252-441-9560 | Propane and gas service resource. |
| Gas / Propane | Coastal Gas Service | 252-491-2625 | Propane and gas service resource. |
| Gas / Propane | Amerigas | 252-261-9333 | Propane and gas service resource. |
| Gas / Propane | Ferrellgas | 252-449-0333 | Propane and gas service resource. |
| Phone / Internet | CenturyLink | 866-304-6820 | Confirm availability by address. |
Fishing, surfing, golf, media, and places to visit.
These are helpful for buyers comparing neighborhoods, second-home owners planning visits, and locals looking for quick access to OBX staples.
Fishing & surfing
Outer Banks golf courses
Local media & news
Ready to make the Outer Banks feel like home?
Whether you are buying, selling, relocating, investing, or researching OBX communities, Team Nadine can help you understand the area, compare neighborhoods, and find the right coastal property.
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