White Oak, NC

White Oak is a small town located in the northwestern corner of Caldwell County, North Carolina. The population was 1,811 at the 2010 census. White Oak is home to a number of businesses and attractions, including a post office, several churches, a grocery store, and several restaurants.

The town's economy is based largely on agriculture and real estate. There are numerous farms in the area, as well as some timberland holdings. The town's main attraction is its proximity to Asheville, which is just over an hour away by car. White Oak has seen steady growth in recent years; according to the 2010 census, the population had increased by 33%. This growth has been driven largely by retirees who have moved into the area seeking more affordable housing than can be found in larger cities such as Asheville or Charlotte.

The real estate market in White Oak is relatively stable; prices have increased modestly over the past few years but remain below those seen in larger cities such as Asheville or Charlotte. This stability may be attributable to several factors: first and foremost, White Oak lacks many of the amenities that draw people to larger cities; second, there are not many new developments being built in White Oak (although this may change in future years), and third, there are already a number of homes available for sale (especially compared to other areas of Caldwell County). As long as these factors remain unchanged – low population growth combined with limited new development – prices should continue to rise slowly but steadily within the community.