For sale

$425,000

143 Riggs Creek Drive, Merritt, NC 28556

3beds

1,839sqft

$2,704/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 2006

1.01 Acres Lot

$412,700 Zestimate^®

$231/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Raised homeScreened porchAmple storage

Offering a quiet living property on protected Riggs Creek, with easy access to the Bay River and Pamlico Sound. This raised home offers 1,839 square feet of living space, plus additional unfinished space in the walk-in attic featuring dormers that bring in natural light. Refer to photos for attic size. Enjoy your own private dock perfect for fishing or simply relaxing by the water. The back of the home includes a screened porch and open deck, ideal for outdoor living and taking in the beautiful views and local wildlife. From the parking area below, you have convenient access to a cargo lift leading to the first-floor living area. Whether you're seeking a second home or a retirement retreat, this property provides privacy, ample storage, and room for expansion. I'd love to invite you for a visit to explore how this space can become your own. After all, it's always a great day on the river.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Primary bedroom

Level: Primary Living Area

Dining room

Features: Formal

Heating

Electric, Heat Pump

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Built-In Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Gas Range
Laundry: Laundry Room

Features

Master Downstairs, Walk-in Closet(s), Solid Surface, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades, Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Basement: None
Attic: Floored,Permanent Stairs
Number of fireplaces: 1

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,839
Total interior livable area: 1,839 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 3
Parking features: Unpaved, Underhouse
Carport spaces: 3

Features

Levels: One
Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Porch, Screened, Front Porch
Pool features: None
Fencing: None
Has view: Yes
View description: Creek/Stream, Water
Has water view: Yes
Water view: Creek/Stream,Water
Waterfront features: Waterfront
Frontage type: Creek

Lot

Size: 1.01 Acres
Features: Level, Boat Dock, Deeded Waterfront, Navigable Water, Cleared

Details

Parcel number: L0735
Zoning: Residential
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation: Other, Pilings
Roof: Shingle

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 2006

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: County Water
Utilities for property: Water Connected

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Not In Subdivision

HOA

Has HOA: No
Amenities included: Waterfront Community, None

Location

Region: Merritt

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $231/sqft
Tax assessed value: $245,831
Annual tax amount: $1,736
Date on market: 7/27/2026
Cumulative days on market: 69 days
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA

Estimated market value

$412,700

$392,000 - $433,000

$1,873/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/27/2026	Listed for sale	$425,000+77.1%$231/sqft
Source: Hive MLS #100591873 Report a problem
4/20/2018	Sold	$240,000-3.8%$131/sqft
Source: Hive MLS #100094168 Report a problem
3/27/2018	Pending sale	$249,500$136/sqft
Source: CENTURY 21 SAIL/LOFT REALTY #100094168 Report a problem
3/27/2018	Listed for sale	$249,500+31.3%$136/sqft
Source: CENTURY 21 SAIL/LOFT REALTY #100094168 Report a problem
8/19/2013	Sold	$190,000$103/sqft
Source: Hive MLS #90078866 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$1,736	$245,831
2024	$1,736 +2.9%	$245,831
2023	$1,687	$245,831
2022	$1,687	$245,831
2021	$1,687	$245,831
2020	$1,687 +38.1%	$245,831 +38.1%
2019	$1,221	$177,977
2018	$1,221 -4.1%	--
2017	$1,274 -0.1%	--
2016	$1,276 +6.9%	--
2015	$1,194	$173,938
2014	$1,194	$173,938
2013	$1,194	--
2012	--	--
2011	--	--