Holly Ridge is a small town in  Onslow County North Carolina. It is a very beautiful and peaceful area with very affordable housing and real estate. If you are looking to buy a house you should definitely look into Holly Ridge real estate. It is a part of the Jacksonville Metropolitan Area. Population in July 2008 is estimated to be 908 with about 488 females and 420 males. You can also look at real estate markets of cities nearby for a good home. For example, Surf City real estate has a lot of good deals to offer and it is closer to the coast.