Last Sold Price
5 beds3,074 sqft$366/sqft
790 Mercury Rd, Unit 30, Corolla, NC 27927

Description

No need to look further! This cream-puff located in the coveted gated community of Buck Island in the heart of Corolla has it all. Never rented, gently used and turn-key with many upgrades such as high-end cottage furnishings, fresh paint, stainless steel appliances this home is truly stunning with a coastal feel. Amenities galore offered in Buck Island with Cabana-style bath House at private beach access with lighted walkways, a fantastic community pool, lush landscaping, outdoor tennis, playground,...No need to look further! This cream-puff located in the coveted gated community of Buck Island in the heart of Corolla has it all. Never rented, gently used and turn-key with many upgrades such as high-end cottage furnishings, fresh paint, stainless steel appliances this home is truly stunning with a coastal feel. Amenities galore offered in Buck Island with Cabana-style bath House at private beach access with lighted walkways, a fantastic community pool, lush landscaping, outdoor tennis, playground, recreation courts, and expansive wide beach. Beach gear and toy rentals are available for easy delivery to your home. Park your car because Golf carts are allowed in the community and make it convenient for stroll to town for anything your heart desires from dining, shopping, provisions, entertainment, movie theatre and more. An oceanside stunner lending a lovely floor-plan with cathedral ceilings, a well-appointed Kitchen with granite countertops, updated stainless appliances, center island with counter-style dining, tastefully styled Great room with custom cabinetry and gas fireplace plus the impressive spacious 5 bedrooms (each with bath access), 4 full baths, 2 Powder baths, walk-in closets, large Game Room with wet bar, Laundry Room, ample storage, ocean views, all located within a 5 min. stroll to the beach. A superb second home or place into rental program, rental projection on file upon request. Most recent improvements per seller: New heat pumps & air handlers, Exterior paint 2-3 years. Lastly, but definitely not least, Buck Island's HOA has a unique exterior paint fund in place which homeowners contribute into so funds are set aside and available when you need exterior painting. This keeps the community's homes looking attractive in top-notch lovely condition. Call today before she vanishes! For aerial drone video copy and paste the following link: https://youtu.be/5-CzshL6yXA ; For 3D Virtual Tour copy and paste the following link: https://my.matterport.com/show/? m=M83hB5fPmVs&mls=1
LISTING CLOSED: 10/05/2022 08:00 PM

  1. Listed by Heather T Vandermyde • Coldwell Banker Seaside Realty - KDH
    C: (252) 202-2375 hvandermyde@gmail.com
  2. Listed by Kiirsten Farr • Coldwell Banker Seaside Realty - KDH
    C: (252) 305-0881 farrobx@gmail.com

Property Details for 790 Mercury Road, Unit 30

MLS #
117933
Days on Market
162
Taxes
$3,523 / year
HOA Fees
$4,930 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1997
Lot Size
-
Architectural Style
Caribbean, Contemporary, Reverse Floor Plan, Coastal
View
Pond
Waterfront Features
3 - lots from oceanfront (4th row)
Zoning
Res

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$915,000

Avg days on market

59

Sale-to-list ratio

96.2%

Corolla, NC

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Square Feet
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Acres
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Square Feet
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Square Feet
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Acres
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Square Feet
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Acres
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Square Feet
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Acres
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Square Feet
0.16
Acres
$892,500 | 757 Fishermans Court, Corolla, NC 27927
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Square Feet
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Acres
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Bedrooms
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Square Feet
Unavailable
Acres
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Bedrooms
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Square Feet
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Acres

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Seaside Realty - KDH

Sold By Keller Williams - Outer Banks

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Building Information for 790 Mercury Road, Unit 30

Stories-Year Built1997Building Size-Lot Size-

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$6,423 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,718

Property Taxes

$294

HOA Dues

$411

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Property Information for 790 Mercury Road, Unit 30

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: N. on Hwy 12 to Corolla. Right into Buck Island across from Tim Buck II Shopping center. Gated community.
  • Latitude: 36.326426
  • Longitude: -75.812876
  • Subdivision Name: BI-Buck Island
  • Year Built: 1997
  • ZH Flood Zone: X
  • Front Garage: Carport
Parking
  • Parking Features: Paved, Off Street, Underground
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Amenities: Gated, Ocean Access, Outdoor-Comm. Pool, Outdoor-Comm. Tennis, Playground, Common Area
  • Association Fee Includes: Electricity, Common Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Pool, Road Maintenance, Security, Tennis Courts, Walkways
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,523.00
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Assoc Fee Y Or N Or Voluntary: Yes
  • HOA Contact: Signature Touch Property Mng
  • HOA Contact Info: (252) 441-8857
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Level, Waterfront
  • Road Surface Type: Paved, Private
Property and Assessments
  • Ownership: Owned More than 12 Months
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed Book: 1408
  • Deed Book Pg Number: 55
  • Furnishings Available Y Or N: Yes
  • Bank Or Institution Owned: No
  • Lot Faces N or E or W or S: E
  • Pin Number: 116B00000300000
  • Headline: Exclusive Buck Island!
  • Primary Htd Lv Ar SF: 3074.0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Shared Septic
  • Water Source: Municipal
  • Fuel Tanks: Leased
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Feature
  • Pool Type: Association
  • E Exterior: Shakes,Wood
  • Pool: Yes
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Pool Features: Association
  • Roof: Asphalt
Interior Feature
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bathrooms Full: 4
  • Bathrooms Partial: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Cooling: Heat Pump, Zoned
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Tile
  • Foundation Details: Piling
  • Heating: Electric, Heat Pump, Zoned
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
  • Room Type: Game Room, Office, Shipswatch
  • ZF Counter Tops: Granite
Multi Family
Income & Expenses
  • Flood Insurance: 858
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Listing Id: 117933
Rental
Rent Information
  • Sale Or Rent: S
  • Est Annual Rental Income Amt: $151,825
  • Estimated Annual Fee Amt: 4930

Property History for 790 Mercury Road, Unit 30

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 5, 2022

Sold

Outer Banks Association of REALTORS #117933

$1,125,000
Mar 9, 2022

Listed (Active)

Outer Banks Association of REALTORS #117933

$1,325,000
Oct 10, 2016

Withdrawn

Outer Banks Association of REALTORS #91898

$699,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/05/2022

Sold

Outer Banks Association of REALTORS #117933

$1,125,000
03/09/2022

Listed (Active)

Outer Banks Association of REALTORS #117933

$1,325,000
10/10/2016

Withdrawn

Outer Banks Association of REALTORS #91898

$699,000

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

Schools near 790 Mercury Road, Unit 30

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

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: 790 Mercury Road, Unit 30, Corolla, NC 27927
$1,125,000
5
3,074
$1,125,000
5
3,063
$635,000
5
3,049
$3,612,500
5
3,923
$722,500
5
3,923
$1,459,000
5
3,126

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