Sold
Last Sold Price
5 beds3,923 sqft

788 Mercury Rd, Lot 29, Corolla, NC 27927

Single FamilyProperty Type
1998Year Built
$184/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$4,492/yrHOA Fees

Description

Custom, unique, solid, special and loved! Add pool and increase income! Owners may consider pool installation credit with acceptable Offer. One of-a-kind home, built by Pete Hunter, in the gated community of prestigious Buck Island is a MUST SEE! This home has never been in a rental program and has been lovingly maintained. From the solid wood interior doors and wood trim stained in a Brazilian Cherry finish to the double car garage and chef’s kitchen, this home is a PERFECT residence or second home...Custom, unique, solid, special and loved! Add pool and increase income! Owners may consider pool installation credit with acceptable Offer. One of-a-kind home, built by Pete Hunter, in the gated community of prestigious Buck Island is a MUST SEE! This home has never been in a rental program and has been lovingly maintained. From the solid wood interior doors and wood trim stained in a Brazilian Cherry finish to the double car garage and chef’s kitchen, this home is a PERFECT residence or second home choice. And yes, it can also be a terrific investment. Oh, did I mention a golf cart yet? Well, the golf cart will convey with an accepted Offer. Now to some of the outstanding features and specs: Elevator, maple plank flooring, twin head tiled shower in master suite, bidet, two walk-in closets in master suite, one piece tub showers in other baths, surround sound, composite decking and vinyl rails, beautiful landscaping and irrigation system, hurricane shutters, sub-zero refrigerator plus full-size freezer with custom cabinet doors, granite counters, 5-burner cook-top, double wall oven, warming oven, ceramic bar sink, fiber composite double sink, disposal, pantry, tons of cabinetry, three HVAC units, double 80 gallon water heaters, security system (not activated), spacious decking, screened porch off bedroom, ocean views, only steps to the beautiful community pool or to the ocean front boardwalk, exterior painted 2018, game room leading to hot tub and potential conversational pool area, gated and fenced back yard, and EXTRAORDINARY STORAGE THROUGHOUT this home. Beautiful solarium-like planting area for restful reflection or reading. Last, but not least, there is even a pet bathing/utility tub! Community drainage system upgrades completed. Owners have already paid the $2,500 assessment. This home is owner-occupied. Personal items, some artwork, dinnerware and cooking ware will not convey see list of other items that will not convey. Call agents for entrance code and owner notification prior to showing.
  • Listed by: John Riggle jack@jackandcarolriggle.com • Outer Banks Realty Group
  • Listed by: Carol Riggle carol@jackandcarolriggle.com • Outer Banks Realty Group
Listing closed: 08/23/2020 08:00 PM • Source: Outer Banks Association of REALTORS, MLS#: 105806
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Property Information for 788 Mercury Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $4,091 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Reverse Floor Plan
  • View: Ocean, Pond
  • Waterfront Features: 2 - lots from oceanfront (3rd row
  • Zoning: Residentia

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1998

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Directions: Turn into Buck Island Community - call agents for gate code entry. Home on corner of Mercury Road.
  • Latitude: 36.326193
  • Longitude: -75.81282
  • Subdivision Name: BI-Buck Island
  • Year Built: 1998
  • ZH Flood Zone: AE
  • Full Subdivision Name: Buck Island
  • Front Garage: 2 Car,Attached
  • Hash Tag of Units: 1
Parking
  • Parking Features: Off Street
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Amenities: Gated, Ocean Access, Outdoor-Comm. Pool, Park, Playground, Board Walk
  • Association Fee Includes: Building Maintenance, Electricity, Common Insurance, Flood Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Pool, Security, Sewer/Septic, Walkways
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,091.30
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Assoc Fee Y Or N Or Voluntary: Yes
  • HOA Contact: Harry Elam
  • HOA Contact Info: 252-453-8499

Property

Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
  • Road Surface Type: Paved, Private
Property and Assessments
  • Builder Name: Pete Hunter
  • Ownership: Owned More than 12 Months
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed Book: 598
  • Deed Book Pg Number: 211
  • Co File Number: Address
  • Furnishings Available Y Or N: Yes
  • Bank Or Institution Owned: No
  • Pin Number: 116B00000290000
  • Headline: CUSTOM, SPECIAL, ADD POOL!!
  • Primary Htd Lv Ar SF: 3923.0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Municipal

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Feature
  • Pool Type: Association
  • E Exterior: Cement Fiber Board,Hurricane Shutters
  • Screen Porch Size: Mid Level
  • Pool: Yes
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Pool Features: Association
  • Roof: Asphalt
Interior Feature
  • Appliances: Countertop Range, Disposal, Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Refrigerator w/Ice Maker, Wall Oven, Washer, 2nd Refrigerator
  • Bathrooms Full: 4
  • Bathrooms Partial: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump, Zoned
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Plank
  • Foundation Details: Piling
  • Heating: Central, Heat Pump, Zoned
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Room Type: Foyer, Game Room, Pantry
  • ZF Counter Tops: Granite

Agent

Sale and Listing
  • Listing Id: 105806

Rental

Rent Information
  • Sale Or Rent: S
  • Est Annual Rental Income Amt: $60,505
  • Estimated Annual Fee Amt: 4492

Property History for 788 Mercury Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 23, 2020

Sold

Outer Banks Association of REALTORS #105806

$722,500—
Jul 11, 2019

Listed (Active)

Outer Banks Association of REALTORS #105806

$849,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/23/2020

Sold

Outer Banks Association of REALTORS #105806

$722,500
07/11/2019

Listed (Active)

Outer Banks Association of REALTORS #105806

$849,900

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Schools near 788 Mercury Road

This home is within Currituck County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 13
Rating
School
Distance
Knotts Island Elementary
PublicK to 5

Currituck County Middle
Public6 to 8

Currituck County High
Public9 to 12

J.P. Knapp Early College High School
Public9 to 13

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