Set along the Bay River, this 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath waterfront home enjoys wide-open water views, steady coastal breezes, and easy access to the Neuse River and Pamlico Sound. With true river frontage, the setting offers a refreshing sense of space and sky--peaceful and expansive, yet just minutes from the village of Oriental. Designed for relaxed coastal living, the home's light-filled interiors are oriented toward the water, creating an easy flow between indoors and out. The kitchen is both functional and welcoming, featuring a hood and GE built-in microwave/convection oven, and an induction range with hood. Recent improvements--including a Daikin HVAC system on the ground level, a Rheem hybrid electric water heater, and a generator-ready electrical panel--bring added comfort and peace of mind. Outdoor living is a defining feature, with a generous deck and screened porch offering the perfect place to enjoy sunrise light, wind-driven water movement, and long, unhurried river days. The roof is approximately seven years old, storage is plentiful throughout, and established perennial gardens add color and texture to the landscape. An additional lot across the road provides space for an outbuilding, workshop, or expanded gardens. Located in Merritt, this property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy true Bay River frontage at an increasingly hard-to-find value--well suited as a primary residence, second home, or simple boating retreat.
Sold for $545,000
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$545,000
804 Murphy Farm Road, Merritt, NC 28556
3beds
2,247sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1998
0.98 Acres Lot
$545,000 Zestimate®
$243/sqft
$2,128 Estimated rent
Home value
$545,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Suzanne Gwaltney 252-670-3797,
Century 21 Sail/Loft Realty
Bought with:
Ann Marie Wolf, 326958
Century 21 Sail/Loft Realty
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100530453
Originating MLS: Neuse River Region Association of Realtors
Originating MLS: Neuse River Region Association of RealtorsFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Living Room, Dining Room, Laundry
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 20 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 15.5 x 16
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12 x 17
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 13.7 x 17
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 15.1 x 15
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9.6 x 6.6
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 19.2 x 18
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Master Downstairs, Walk-in Closet(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Pantry, Basement, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Attic: Access Only
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,247
- Total interior livable area: 2,247 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Screened
- Exterior features: Storm Doors
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: River, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River,Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront
- Frontage type: River
Lot
- Size: 0.98 Acres
- Features: Deeded Waterfront
Details
- Parcel number: J043392
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Veneer, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1998
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: County Water
- Utilities for property: Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Other
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Waterfront Community, None
Location
- Region: Merritt
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $243/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $411,059
- Annual tax amount: $2,159
- Date on market: 9/12/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 290 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/30/2026 | Sold | $545,000-6.8%$243/sqft |
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| 6/28/2026 | Contingent | $585,000$260/sqft |
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| 1/8/2026 | Price change | $585,000-2.3%$260/sqft |
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| 9/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $599,000+28.8%$267/sqft |
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| 9/21/2021 | Sold | $465,000-2.1%$207/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100279220 Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2021 | Pending sale | $475,000$211/sqft |
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| 7/1/2021 | Listed for sale | $475,000$211/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,159 | $305,716 |
| 2024 | $2,159 +2.9% | $305,716 |
| 2023 | $2,098 | $305,716 |
| 2022 | $2,098 | $305,716 |
| 2021 | $2,098 | $305,716 |
| 2020 | $2,098 +2.1% | $305,716 +2.1% |
| 2019 | $2,056 | $299,529 |
| 2018 | $2,056 | -- |
| 2017 | $2,056 | -- |
| 2016 | $2,056 | -- |
| 2015 | $2,056 | $299,529 |
| 2014 | $2,056 | $299,529 |
| 2013 | $2,056 | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: 28556
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Fred A Anderson Elementary SchoolGrades: 4-5Distance: 5.6 mi
- 8/10Pamlico County Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.7 mi
- 6/10Pamlico County High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.6 mi
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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