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3 beds2,393 sqft

500 Bay Shores Rd, Merritt, NC 28556

Single FamilyProperty Type
1.23 acresLot Size
1997Year Built
$153/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$250/yrHOA Fees
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Spectacular river views from the living, dining & Master Bedroom areas of this 3 Bed/2 Bath home. Situated on the Bay River in a quiet, wooded neighborhood, you can enjoy watching the dolphins play and the birds dive for fish. Home was remodeled in 2012 and features an updated kitchen with lots of cabinets open to a large breakfast/dining room; living room with vaulted ceiling/gas logs; Master suite opens to spacious outdoor deck; large home office; bright tiled sun room & attached double garage....Spectacular river views from the living, dining & Master Bedroom areas of this 3 Bed/2 Bath home. Situated on the Bay River in a quiet, wooded neighborhood, you can enjoy watching the dolphins play and the birds dive for fish. Home was remodeled in 2012 and features an updated kitchen with lots of cabinets open to a large breakfast/dining room; living room with vaulted ceiling/gas logs; Master suite opens to spacious outdoor deck; large home office; bright tiled sun room & attached double garage. Outdoors there is a 12 x 16 garden shed. Private concrete dock w/7000 lb. boat lift installed in 2020; new HVAC in 2020. Just waiting for you to come home.
  • Listed by: JANICE COX 252.515.6364 janice.cox@sailloftrealty.com Brokerage DRE #C20933 • Century 21 Sail/Loft Realty
Listing closed: 11/19/2020 12:00 AM • Source: Hive MLS, MLS#: 100235544
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Property Taxes

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Property Information for 500 Bay Shores Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $1,978 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Subdivision Name: Bay Shore Estates
  • View: River
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Boat Lift, Bulkhead, Deeded Waterfront
  • Zoning: Residential

Building Information

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Lot Size: 1.23 AC / 53,418 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Island Or Mainland: Mainland
  • In City Limits: No
  • Secondary Subdivision: N/A
  • Cobra Zone: No
  • Directions: NC Hwy 55 East to Merritt; turn LEFT on Florence Road; approximately 5 miles, turn LEFT on Bay Shores Road. House is on the right.
  • Latitude: 35
  • Longitude: -77
  • Road Frontage Type: Maintained, Paved
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Other Assessment Amount Frequency: 0
  • Association Amenities: Maintenance Common Areas, Maintenance Roads
  • Association Name: Bay Shores Estates
  • Association Phone: 252-745-2062
  • Association Fee: $250.00
  • Association: Yes
  • Parcel Number: J043-3-11
  • Tax Book Number: Plat Cabinet A
  • Tax Legal Description: OFF NORTH SIDE BAY SHORES ROAD LOT 11 of Bay Shores Estates in Township 3
  • Tax Map Number: Slide 9-6
  • Tax Assessed Value: $288,211
  • Tax Year: 2020
School Information
  • Zoned Elementary School: Fred A. Anderson
  • Zoned Middle School: Pamlico County
  • Zoned High School: Pamlico County
  • High School District: Pamlico
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Total: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Off Street, On Site, Unpaved

Property

Lot Information
  • Lot Water Features: Boat Dock, Boat Lift, Bulkhead, Deeded Waterfront
  • Lot Number: 11
  • Building Area Total: 2393.0
  • Frontage Type: River
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.23
  • Lot Size Area: 1.23
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 53418.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: irregular
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 2393.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Other Structures: Storage
  • Structure Type: Wood Frame
Property and Assessments
  • Deed Book: 543
  • Deed Page: 96.0
  • Termite Bond: Yes
  • Termite Company: Advance Termite
  • Termite Company Phone: 252-229-7221
  • New Construction: No
  • Possession: At Closing
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Permitted Use: Public
Utilities
  • Sewer Provider: Septic Tank
  • Fuel Tank Owned Or Leased: Leased
  • Electric Provider: Tideland Electric
  • Water Provider: Pamlico County
  • Fuel Tank Above Or Below Ground: Above Ground
  • Fuel Tank Fuel Type: Propane
  • Utilities: Water Available
  • Water Source: Public

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Exterior Finish: Vinyl Siding
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Gas Log, Storm Doors
  • Fencing: None
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar, Crawl Space
  • Patio And Porch Features: Open, Deck
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Source: Computed
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 2.0
  • Attic Features: Floored - Partial, Pull-Down Stairs
  • Heating System Fuel Source: Propane
  • Water Heater: Propane
  • Dining Room Type: Combination, Kitchen
  • Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
  • Appliances: Gas Oven, Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Basement: None
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Interior Features: Master Downstairs, Walk-in Closet(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Gas Log, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Laundry Features: In Hall, Laundry Closet
  • Levels: One
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Office, Kitchen, Living Room, Sunroom, Other
  • Rooms Total: 9
  • Window Features: Skylight(s)

Room Information

Room 1
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Description: Combo opens to Kitchen & Living Room - river view
  • Room Length: 13.2
  • Room Width: 11.3
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 2
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Description: Opens to deck with river view
  • Room Length: 16.25
  • Room Width: 16.6
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
Room 3
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 11.7
  • Room Width: 13.1
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 4
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 14.2
  • Room Width: 13.1
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 5
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Description: Foyer
  • Room Length: 19.9
  • Room Width: 5.3
  • Room Type: Other
Room 6
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Description: Opens to LR & Dining area
  • Room Length: 13.25
  • Room Width: 13.2
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 7
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Description: Built-in bookcases
  • Room Length: 13.2
  • Room Width: 13.5
  • Room Type: Office
Room 8
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Description: River views
  • Room Length: 13.3
  • Room Width: 17.4
  • Room Type: Sunroom
Room 9
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Description: Vaulted ceiling; opens to deck with river views
  • Room Length: 19.9
  • Room Width: 19.2
  • Room Type: Living Room

Agent

Sale and Listing
  • Sold Exclusive: No

Property History for 500 Bay Shores Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 19, 2020

Sold

Hive MLS #100235544

$365,000—
Nov 6, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1423207931

$365,000—
Sep 27, 2020

Pending

Hive MLS #100235544

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/19/2020

Sold

Hive MLS #100235544

$365,000
11/06/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1423207931

$365,000
09/27/2020

Pending

Hive MLS #100235544

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Public records

500 Bay Shores Road

Beds

5

Total Finished SqFt

2,141 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

2,141 SqFt

Stories

1

Lot Size

53,405 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Schools near 500 Bay Shores Road

This home is within Pamlico County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 3
Public - 4 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Pamlico County Primary School
PublicPK to 3

Fred A Anderson Elementary School
Public4 to 5

Pamlico County Middle School
Public6 to 8

Pamlico County High School
Public9 to 12

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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