708 Preservation Road

Closed 9/15/22
Closed 9/15/22
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$500,000
114,998 Lot Size2.64 Acres
708 Preservation Rd, Oriental, NC 28571
LandProperty Type
2.64 acresLot Size
$2,580/yrHOA Fees

Description

Stunning big water views from this generous 2.5-acre homesite in the secluded neighborhood of Preservation at River Dunes. Enjoy sunrises and sunsets where the Neuse River meets the Pamlico Sound. Short car, bike or golf cart drive to the Marina, Harbor Club, and commercial areas. Have a sense of privacy, yet just an easy stroll to the community center where you will find the General Store and Post Office. River Dunes is just outside of Oriental, NC – our state's sailing capital. The community is...Stunning big water views from this generous 2.5-acre homesite in the secluded neighborhood of Preservation at River Dunes. Enjoy sunrises and sunsets where the Neuse River meets the Pamlico Sound. Short car, bike or golf cart drive to the Marina, Harbor Club, and commercial areas. Have a sense of privacy, yet just an easy stroll to the community center where you will find the General Store and Post Office. River Dunes is just outside of Oriental, NC – our state's sailing capital. The community is situated on a 1,324-acre peninsula with over 14 nautical miles of expansive shoreline. Community embraces the coastal boating lifestyle and offers a number of amenities. The quintessential spot for those who enjoy life on the water.
  • Listed by: BETH FRAZER 252.249.1001 Brokerage DRE #C22388 • Beth Frazer & Associates, Inc.
  • Listed by: BETH FRAZER 252.670.4085 beth@riverdunes.com Brokerage DRE #C23556 • RIVER DUNES REALTY
Listing closed: 09/15/2022 12:00 AM • Source: NCRMLS, MLS#: 100343681

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$225,000

Avg days on market

303

Sale-to-list ratio

91.6%

Oriental, NC

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Property Information for 708 Preservation Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $1,633 / year
  • MLS Type: Land / Residential Land
  • County: Pamlico County
  • Subdivision Name: River Dunes
  • View: River, Water
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Water Access Comm
  • Zoning: Residential
Building Information
  • Lot Size: 2.64 AC
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Island Or Mainland: Mainland
  • In City Limits: No
  • Secondary Subdivision: N/A
  • Cobra Zone: No
  • Waterfront Footage: 470.0
  • Directions: NC 55 towards Oriental, Left onto Straight Road, Right onto Orchard Creek Road, Right onto Old Lighthouse Road, Left onto Homestead Road. Property on Right.
  • Latitude: 35
  • Longitude: -77
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road, Paved
  • Topography: Undeveloped
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Other Assessment Amount Frequency: None
  • Association Amenities: Waterfront Community, Clubhouse, Comm Garden, Maintenance Common Areas, Maintenance Roads, Management, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Taxes, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s), Water, See Remarks, Pool
  • Association Name: River Dunes HOA
  • Association Phone: 252-249-1439
  • Association Fee: $2,580.00
  • Association: Yes
  • Parcel Number: L10-5-4
  • Tax Block: 8
  • Tax Book Number: PCA 187
  • Tax Legal Description: LOT 4 PRESERVATION SEC 1
  • Tax Map Number: 741981513300
  • Tax Assessed Value: $249,275
  • Tax Year: 2021
School Information
  • Zoned Elementary School: Fred A. Anderson
  • 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: 4
  • Buildings On Property: None
  • Total Road Frontage: 329.0
  • Frontage Type: River
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.64
  • Lot Size Area: 2.64
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 114998.0
  • Lot Features: PUD
  • Lot Size Dimensions: Irregular See Plat
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Other Structures: None
Property and Assessments
  • Deed Book: 577
  • Deed Page: 584.0
  • Soil Evaluation: Soil Evaluation - No
  • Environmental Hazard: No
  • Deed Restriction: Yes
  • Current Use: Residential
  • Possession: At Closing
  • Property Sub Type: Residential Land
  • Property Type: Land
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Permitted Use: Public
Utilities
  • Sewer Provider: Municipal Sewer, Bay River Sewer
  • Electric Provider: Tideland Electric
  • Internet Service Providers: Century Link/Lumen FTP
  • Water Provider: Pamlico County
  • Utilities: Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Source: MLS
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Sold Exclusive: No

Property History for 708 Preservation Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 15, 2022

Sold

NCRMLS #100343681

$500,000—
Sep 9, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1498337824

$500,000—
Aug 12, 2022

Pending

NCRMLS #100343681

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/15/2022

Sold

NCRMLS #100343681

$500,000
09/09/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1498337824

$500,000
08/12/2022

Pending

NCRMLS #100343681

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

Public Records for 708 Preservation Road

Taxable ValueLand$241,655Additions$965,198Total$1,206,853
Tax Record2025$8,146 ($679 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt4,021 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,021 SqFtStories2Lot Size114,998 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2023CountyPAMLICOAPNL10-5-4

Schools near 708 Preservation Road

This home is within Pamlico County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Pamlico County Primary School
Public - PK to 3
Fred A Anderson Elementary School
Public - 4 to 5
Pamlico County Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Pamlico County High School
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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 708 Preservation Road, Oriental, NC 28571
$500,000
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114,998
672 Preservation Road, Oriental, NC 28571
$335,000
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194,278
618 Preservation Road, Oriental, NC 28571
$800,000
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433,858
780 Preservation Road, Oriental, NC 28571
$375,000
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47,916
785 Preservation Road, Oriental, NC 28571
$500,000
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174,676
552 Preservation Road, Oriental, NC 28571
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810,216

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