203 River Watch Rd
Oriental, NC 28571

$375,000

Price

143,748 / 3.3

Lot Size / Acres

Description

Nestled in River Dunes' most exclusive neighborhood, 203 River Watch Road is a gorgeous private riverfront estate in The Preserve. This property overlooks Gum Thicket to the Neuse River, towards the Pamlico Sound and Intracoastal Waterway. If you've been waiting for a breath-taking view with wooded acreage, this is for you. There's simply nothing else like this. River Dunes is a place for back-porch afternoons with neighbors, the peace of an early morning run through The Preserve and fellowship on...Nestled in River Dunes' most exclusive neighborhood, 203 River Watch Road is a gorgeous private riverfront estate in The Preserve. This property overlooks Gum Thicket to the Neuse River, towards the Pamlico Sound and Intracoastal Waterway. If you've been waiting for a breath-taking view with wooded acreage, this is for you. There's simply nothing else like this. River Dunes is a place for back-porch afternoons with neighbors, the peace of an early morning run through The Preserve and fellowship on the docks in the afternoon. Enjoy active amenities, quiet creeks, walkable neighborhoods, and outdoor living. Savor the luxurious accommodations and delicious coastal cuisine. Every detail was considered to capture the best of life on the coast in a stunning natural setting. The award-winning, 28-acre inland basin marina on the Intracoastal Waterway offers year-round boating with 126 slips, floating docks, dock attendants, a boat ramp, boat storage, fuel, and deep-water access for sailing, cruising, or trophy salt-water fishing, just down the river from Oriental, NC. The protected entrance channel opens into Broad Creek, a natural deep-water creek just off the ICW and Neuse River. At the heart of the community, the Harbor Village features The Harbor Club, a pool and hot tubs, two restaurants, a harborside pavilion, shopping, provisions, fitness, pickleball and tennis courts, a community garden, accommodations, bikes, kayaks, paddleboards, and the Design Center. Get outdoors and enjoy the Lakehouse, community firepits, oyster tables, stocked fly-fishing ponds, neighborhood docks, paddling trails, and a 238-acre Preserve with trails for walking, running, and exploring. Your next adventure is right around the corner at River Dunes. Harbor Club Membership which includes Clubhouse, Pool, Hot Tub & Fitness Center is available for an additional fee. POA has Brightspeed Fiber Internet; reqrd for homes: $60/mo for 500mbps.

Listed by Kari Dawson Forrest • Brokerage DRE #C23556 • RIVER DUNES REALTY
P: (252)-671-9360 C: (252)-671-9360 Kari@RiverDunes.com

Property Details for 203 River Watch Road

Subdivision Name

River Dunes

View

Marsh, Creek, River, Water, Creek/Stream

Waterfront

Yes

Waterfront Features

Water Access Comm

Zoning

Residential PUD

LISTING UPDATED: 08/08/2025 01:13 AM

Property Details for 203 River Watch Road

Status	Active
MLS #	100418560
Days on Market	749
Taxes	-
HOA Fees	$2,581 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees	-
Compass Type	Land
MLS Type	Land / Residential Land
Year Built	-
Lot Size	3.30 AC
County	Pamlico County

Location

Listing Courtesy of RIVER DUNES REALTY

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Building Information for 203 River Watch Road

Lot Size3.30 AC

Payment Calculator

$2,068 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,853

Property Taxes

HOA Dues

$215

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Property Information for 203 River Watch Road

Summary

Location and General Information

Island Or Mainland: Mainland
In City Limits: No

Secondary Subdivision: N/A
Cobra Zone: No
Waterfront Footage: 329.46
Directions: From HWY 55, turn on Straight Rd. In 2.4 miles turn right on Orchard Creek Rd. Continue 2.7 miles to River Dunes entrance; Old Lighthouse Rd. You'll pass ponies, river, & lakes. Turn R at stop sign & cont. on Old Lighthouse. Make R on Preservation Rd. Go through columns & turn Rt onto River Watch Rd (first paved R. Posts are #'d. Lot 12 to the Left at the end of the cul-de-sac.
Latitude: 35
Longitude: -77
Road Frontage Type: Private Road, Maintained, Paved
Topography: Cleared/Partial,Wooded

Taxes and HOA

Tax Other Assessment Amount Frequency: None
Association Amenities: Waterfront Community, Clubhouse, Comm Garden, Fitness Center, Maintenance Common Areas, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Roads, Management, Marina, Master Insure, Picnic Area, Ramp, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Spa/Hot Tub, Street Lights, Taxes, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s), See Remarks, Club Membership, Pool

Association Name: River Dunes POA
Association Name2: River Dunes Harbor Club (OPTIONAL - Private Club)
Association Phone: 252-249-1439
Association Fee: $2,581.00
Association Fee2: $2,580.00
Association: Yes
Parcel Number: L10-5-12
Tax Block: 10-10
Tax Book Number: PCB
Tax Legal Description: OFF SERV 1317 CONSERV. ESMT
Tax Map Number: 741960960200
Tax Assessed Value: $0
Tax Year: 2023

School Information

Zoned Middle School: Pamlico County
Zoned High School: Pamlico County

Elementary School: Pamlico County Primary
High School: Pamlico County
Middle Or Junior School: Pamlico County

Property

Lot Information

Lot Water Features: Water Access Comm
Lot Number: 12

Buildings On Property: None
Total Road Frontage: 86.0
Frontage Type: Creek, Marsh Front
Lot Size Acres: 3.3
Lot Size Area: 3.3
Lot Size Square Feet: 143748.0
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, PUD, Subdivided
Lot Size Units: Acres
Other Structures: None

Property and Assessments

Deed Book: 577
Deed Page: 574.0

Soil Evaluation: Soil Evaluation - No
Environmental Hazard: Unknown
Deed Restriction: Yes
Floor Plans Count: 0
Current Use: Residential
Possession: At Closing
Property Sub Type: Residential Land
Property Type: Land
Road Surface Type: Paved
Permitted Use: Public

Utilities

Sewer Provider: County Sewer, Bay River Sewer
Electric Provider: Tideland Electric

Internet Service Providers: Brightspeed HOA Service
Water Provider: Pamlico County
Utilities: Sewer Available, Water Available, See Remarks
Water Source: County Water

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Fencing: None

Interior Features

Bathrooms Total Source: MLS
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 0.0

Bathrooms Total Notational: 0.0
Bathrooms Total Integer: 0

Agent

Sale and Listing

Sold Exclusive: No

Property History for 203 River Watch Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Dec 14, 2023	Listed (Active) NCRMLS #100418560	$375,000	—
Oct 31, 2023	Expired NCRMLS #100399090	$375,000	—
Aug 9, 2023	Listed (Active) NCRMLS #100399090	$375,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
12/14/2023	Listed (Active) NCRMLS #100418560	$375,000
10/31/2023	Expired NCRMLS #100399090	$375,000
08/09/2023	Listed (Active) NCRMLS #100399090	$375,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Schools near 203 River Watch Road

This home is within Pamlico County School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
5/10	Pamlico County Primary School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 3	11.0 mi
3/10	Fred A Anderson Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	4 to 5	10.9 mi
9/10	Pamlico County Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	10.0 mi
6/10	Pamlico County High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	11.0 mi


Rating	School	Distance
5/10	Pamlico County Primary School PublicPK to 3 Serves this home	11.0 mi
3/10	Fred A Anderson Elementary School Public4 to 5 Serves this home	10.9 mi
9/10	Pamlico County Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	10.0 mi
6/10	Pamlico County High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	11.0 mi

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 203 River Watch Road, Oriental, NC 28571

203 River Watch Road is a 3.3 ac of land for sale in Oriental, NC 28571. This property was listed for sale on December 14, 2023 by RIVER DUNES REALTY, it's currently listed at $375,000. This listing's school district is Pamlico County School District. Nearby schools include Pamlico County Primary School, Fred A Anderson Elementary School and Pamlico County Middle School. 203 River Watch Road is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 3.3 ac of land on a 143,748 sq. ft. / 3.3 acres lot.

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