The Tar River/University neighborhood, adjacent to a college campus and Uptown Greenville, North Carolina, is a desirable place to live. The neighborhood is filled with charming, well-built homes located in an historic district within easy walking distance of the East Carolina University campus and Uptown Greenville. Our location makes the neighborhood very appealing to families, faculty, retirees, and students.

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As a major university, ECU offers the academic, cultural, and sporting events associated with a traditional college campus. Faculty, staff, and students can walk to offices, classes, recreation center, cultural events, and libraries along shady, tree-lined streets. Residents and neighbors benefit from having a variety of entertainment options from the School of Theatre and Dance, School of Music, and School of Art and Design.

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In addition to ECU's main campus, we are proud to have various community assets located in our area including Cypress Glen Retirement Community, St. Peter Catholic Church, St. Peter Catholic School, St. James United Methodist Church, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Wahl-Coates Elementary, and the historic Rotary Building.

 

In Uptown Greenville and the Dickinson Avenue Arts District, there are many fantastic restaurants, taprooms, shops, galleries, and local events as well as the main branch of the local public library. A nearby greenway offers a walking and biking trail that connects to a local park. The neighborhood off-leash dog park is very popular for our furry friends.

 

As an active neighborhood association, TRUNA serves and promotes the neighborhood through its various activities.