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    • $885,000

    2774 Browns Creek Road, Merritt, NC 28556

    3beds
    2,825sqft
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    $5,550/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2005
    2.31 Acres Lot
    $847,500 Zestimate®
    $313/sqft
    $42/mo HOA

    What's special

    Dedicated fish-cleaning stationStunning panoramic water viewsLight-filled open-concept layoutOutdoor shower
    Welcome to coastal living at its finest on Browns Creek! Situated on a generous 2.31-acre waterfront property in the desirable Whorton Harbor community, this spectacular 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath sanctuary offers stunning panoramic water views, ultimate privacy, and incredible flexibility. Main Living & Interior Highlights Inside, you will find a light-filled, open-concept layout centered around a cozy gas log fireplace in the main living room--perfect for cooler coastal evenings. Located right off the kitchen and living space is a sunroom designed for year-round enjoyment and taking in views of the water. Conveniently located near the front entrance is a dedicated private office, ideal for working from home. Upstairs, a versatile finished room over the 2-car garage (FROG) serves as a bonus room, home theater, or additional guest suite. Fully encapsulated crawl space. Outdoor Living & Waterfront Amenities Step onto your private screened-in porch to take in gentle coastal breezes, or head down to the water where your private dock awaits. Equipped with deep-water access suited for powerboats or kayaks and a dedicated fish-cleaning station, it is built for endless days on the water. After your day on the water clean up in the outdoor shower! Bonus Lot, Large Workshop & Garden Space Enhancing this unique offering, the sale includes the additional lot across the street featuring a large, detached workshop--perfect for woodworking, hobbies, or extra vehicle and boat storage. The lot also provides a prime area ideal for a garden, orchard, or custom outdoor setup. Prime Pamlico County Location Ideally positioned in the heart of coastal North Carolina, this property offers the best of both worlds--peaceful seclusion with convenient access to nearby historic towns and amenities. You are just minutes from the charming sailing capital of Oriental and the premier master-planned marina community of River Dunes, while historic downtown New Bern is an easy, short drive away for expanded shopping, dining, medical facilities, and regional transport. Whether seeking a full-time primary residence or a serene coastal escape, this Pamlico County gem has it all. Schedule your private tour today to experience 2774 Browns Creek Road!
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    Listed by:

    Beth Frazer beth@bethfrazer.com,

    Beth Frazer & Associates, Inc.

    Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100597919MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Neuse River Region Association of Realtors

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Living Room, Sunroom, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Office, Laundry, Fnshd Room over Garage
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 246 x 138
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 132 x 113
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 1111 x 116
      Other
      • Level: Second
      • Dimensions: 3110 x 149
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 118 x 132
      Laundry
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 86 x 82
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 269 x 2211
      Office
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 118 x 1210
      Sunroom
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 131 x 159
      Heating
      • Propane, Fireplace(s), Electric, Heat Pump
      Cooling
      • Other, Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Cooktop, Electric Oven, Water Softener, Dishwasher
      • Laundry: Laundry Room
      Features
      • Entrance Foyer, Ceiling Fan(s), Gas Log
      • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
      • Basement: None
      • Attic: Partially Floored,Walk-In
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Gas Log
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,825
      • Total interior livable area: 2,825 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Concrete
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: One and One Half
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Screened
      • Exterior features: Outdoor Shower, Cluster Mailboxes
      • Pool features: None
      • Fencing: None
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Creek/Stream, Water
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Creek/Stream,Water
      • Waterfront features: Boat Lift, Waterfront
      • Frontage type: Creek
      Lot
      • Size: 2.31 Acres
      • Features: Level, Boat Slip, Boat Dock, Boat Lift, Deeded Waterfront, Creek, Irregular Lot, Landscaped
      Details
      • Additional structures: Workshop
      • Parcel number: K072411
      • Zoning: AE
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
      • Foundation: Crawl Space
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 2005

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Well, Private
      • Utilities for property: Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Whorton Harbor
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Amenities included: Maintenance Roads
      • HOA fee: $500 annually
      • HOA name: Whorton Harbor HOA
      • HOA phone: 443-643-7916
      Location
      • Region: Merritt

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $313/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $918,380
      • Annual tax amount: $3,245
      • Date on market: 8/21/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 42 days
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $847,500

        $805,000 - $890,000

        $2,290/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/21/2026Listed for sale$885,000+84.4%$313/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100597919 Report a problem
        7/25/2014Sold$480,000-3%$170/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #90092402 Report a problem
        11/12/2013Listed for sale$495,000-0.8%$175/sqft
        Source: Keller Williams Realty #92402 Report a problem
        12/19/2012Listed for sale$498,900$177/sqft
        Source: Tidewater Real Estate, Inc. #85109 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,246 $459,557
        2024$3,246 +2.9%$459,557
        2023$3,154 $459,557
        2022$3,154 $459,557
        2021$3,154 $459,557
        2020$3,154 +19.5%$459,557 +19.5%
        2019$2,638 $384,435
        2018$2,638 --
        2017$2,638 --
        2016$2,638 +4.5%--
        2015$2,525 +0.1%$367,921 +0.1%
        2014$2,522 $367,452
        2013$2,522 --
        2012-- --
        2011-- --
        Find assessor info on the county website

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        Neighborhood: 28556

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Pamlico County Primary
        • Middle: Pamlico County
        • High: Pamlico County

        Source: Hive MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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