Stunning waterfront 3 bedroom 2.5 bath brick home with deep water access sitting on the shore of beautiful Ball Creek. This home boasts vaulted ceilings in the great room, kitchen and dining room. Master ensuite with great water view and a huge walk in closet. Master bath has a jacuzzi tub and walk in shower. The spacious kitchen has granite counters, stainless appliances, an island in the middle, and opens to the waterfront breakfast nook. Oversized 2 car garage with a finished room above is perfect for an office, workout, or hobby room. Expansive walk-in attic storage. Waterfront deck and screened porch are perfect places to relax with a morning cup of coffee, reading a book or entertaining friends and family. Pop in the vinyl panels when the temps go down to use the porch year round. Yard is a gardeners dream to grow flowers, vegetables and fruit. A lot of thought went into the building of this lovely home. Minutes to the Bay River, ICW, and Pamlico Sound. Bring your water toys and explore all our beautiful creeks, rivers, and sounds!
Single-familyProperty Type
1997Year Built
1.6 acresLot Size
$234Price/Sq.Ft.
$4/moHOA Dues
2 car garageParking
Listed by CAROLYN BELLIS• TIDEWATER REAL ESTATE, INC
Bought with Donnette Hancock• Keller Williams Realty
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Market trends in 28556, NC
Last updated September 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Buyer's market
Sale-to-List Price
95.6%
0.1% MoM
Median sale price
$570K
$0 MoM
Avg. days on market
112d
25 days MoM
Recently sold homes
11
2 MoM
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Rental estimate
Est. $3,163 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 188 Quail Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Hive MLS #100528474
Oct 2, 2026
Sold
$610,000
$234/sq ft
Aug 11, 2026
Contingent
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Aug 7, 2026
Price Changed
$649,500
$249/sq ft
Jul 24, 2026
Price Changed
$654,500
$251/sq ft
Jul 24, 2026
Price Changed
$554,500
$212/sq ft
Apr 15, 2026
Price Changed
$675,500
$259/sq ft
Apr 15, 2026
Price Changed
$679,500
$260/sq ft
Mar 26, 2026
Relisted
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Mar 26, 2026
Listing Removed
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Mar 17, 2026
Price Changed
$689,500
$264/sq ft
Mar 1, 2026
Relisted
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Feb 28, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Oct 14, 2025
Price Changed
$699,500
$268/sq ft
Oct 1, 2025
Price Changed
$719,500
$276/sq ft
Sep 2, 2025
Listed
$729,500
$279/sq ft
Hive MLS #100056783
May 22, 2017
Sold
$415,000
$159/sq ft
Apr 7, 2017
Listed
$429,990
$165/sq ft
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Gorgeous 3 bedroom/2.5 bath brick home on the Bay River boasts wide water views. Custom home with open floor plan, oak flooring, 9' ceilings throughout with vaulted ceilings in the Great room and Kitchen, breakfast room, formal dining room, separate laundry room, oversized garage, heated bonus room over garage, waterside expansive deck. Living room has large expanses of windows with fabulous views and gas log fireplace. Master bedroom has ensuite bath with Jacuzzi tub and separate shower. Ceiling fans in all bedrooms. Access to waterside deck from master suite and living room. Features a spacious kitchen with Center Island, granite counters, Carrera Marble backsplash, and pantry. Convenience of the Rinnai on demand hot water system and water softener and quality Pella windows.
Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Range, Dryer, Dishwasher, Tankless Water Heater
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas Log
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 9
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Basement Details: None, Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: None, Dock, Boat Slip
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Porch, Screened
Fencing: Partial
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Entry Level: 1
Sq. Ft.: 2611.0
Levels: One
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Brick Veneer, Frame
Property Features
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Creek
Has View
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Accessibility Features: Accessible Full Bath
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Private Road, City Street, State Road
Lot Size : 1.6
Lot Size Dimensions: Irregular
Lot Size Area: 1.6
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.6
Zoning: Residential
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Electric: Generator
Utilities: Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Amenities: None
Association Fee: $50
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $4.17
Schools Information
Elementary School: Pamlico County Primary
Middle Or Junior School: Pamlico County
High School: Pamlico County
Location Information
Directions: From Oriental Take Hwy 55 toFlorence RD. Make a right on Florence Rd and go until you see the Florence/ Whortonville Fire Dept. Make the next leftpn to Days Landing Rd. Make a left on Quaiool Rd. House will be on the Right.
Subdivision Name: Bayview Estates
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,312
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.6 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1997
Year Renovated: 1997
County: Pamlico County
APN: K052-60-4
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 23, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Neuse River Region Association of Realtors
Around this home
Schools
Fred A Anderson Elementary School
Public 4-5 • Assigned • 7.9mi
4/10
Pamlico County Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.9mi
8/10
Pamlico County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.9mi
6/10
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Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
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Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 1% for direct sun exposure in Merritt. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$603,000 – $730,000
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