Crooked Oak, Lowgap, NC
Crooked Oak — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Crooked Oak, Lowgap, North Carolina. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the North Carolina Real Estate Commission (NCREC) licensing database.
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Crooked Oak Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Crooked Oak is a quiet, rural neighborhood nestled in the scenic foothills near Lowgap, North Carolina. It offers residents a peaceful, close-knit community atmosphere surrounded by the natural beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Housing & Real Estate
The housing market in Crooked Oak features a mix of modest single-family homes and larger properties on wooded lots. With a median home value of approximately $175,400, it represents an affordable entry point into the serene Surry County landscape.
Schools & Education
Students in the Crooked Oak area are served by the Surry County Schools district, including nearby elementary, middle, and high schools. The educational environment is characterized by small class sizes and a strong sense of community involvement.
Parks & Recreation
Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy immediate access to hiking, fishing, and hunting in the surrounding national forests and along the Ararat River. The neighborhood's proximity to the Blue Ridge Parkway also provides endless opportunities for scenic drives and exploration.
Local Dining & Shopping
Daily essentials and casual dining are found in the nearby towns of Mount Airy and Pilot Mountain. For a wider variety of shopping and restaurants, residents typically take a short drive into these larger commercial hubs.
Who Lives Here
The neighborhood is primarily composed of families, long-time residents, and retirees seeking a tranquil lifestyle. With a median household income around $59,083, the community reflects a stable, working- and middle-class demographic.
Crooked Oak Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $175K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $613/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $59K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 88.2% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 11.8% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 0.0% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 27024 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Crooked Oak, Lowgap
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: North Carolina Real Estate Commission (NCREC) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-18