For sale

$60,000

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448 Bay Shores Rd, Merritt, NC 28556

About this home

Waterfront Homesite on Protected Deep Waters of Moores Creek. 448 Bay Shores Road offers a rare opportunity to build on protected deep waters along Moores Creek, providing a quiet, scenic setting ideal for kayaking, small-craft boating, and enjoying the natural beauty of Eastern North Carolina. This vacant homesite is build-ready, giving buyers confidence and reducing upfront planning time. The property is surrounded by mature trees and the relaxed coastal charm of the Bay Shores community, offering an inviting canvas for a custom home, cottage, or weekend retreat. Its peaceful waterfront location provides a sheltered environment while remaining just minutes from Oriental, marinas, and the wide waters of the Neuse River--perfect for boating, fishing, and exploring the coast. With deep, protected creekfront, and utilities nearby, 448 Bay Shores Road presents an exceptional opportunity to build in a quiet, scenic, and highly desirable coastal setting.

Vacant landProperty Type

1.5 acresLot Size

$40,000Price/Acres

$25/moHOA Dues

Listed by Cheryl McCormick • TIDEWATER REAL ESTATE, INC

Listing updated: Aug 25, 2026 at 11:36am

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:Hive MLS #100598730

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$425 per month

Principal and interest$315

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Fred A Anderson Elementary School

Public 4-5 • Assigned • 6.2mi

4/10

Pamlico County Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.3mi

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Pamlico County High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.2mi

6/10

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Lifestyle

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Property details

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Finance

Exterior features
Waterfront lot with creek and waterfront access
Wooded topography and wooded lot
Private road frontage (98 ft frontage)

Home design
Residential lot (land)
Zoned residential

Utilities
Public water

Sale and tax history for 448 Bay Shores Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

Hive MLS #100598730

Aug 25, 2026

Listed

$60,000

Hive MLS #100290471

Feb 22, 2023

Sold

$25,000

Feb 2, 2023

Price Changed

$25,000

Aug 18, 2022

Price Changed

$45,000

Sep 13, 2021

Listed

$65,000

Hude reduction for quick sale! Wooded waterfront lot located on the protected and deep waters of Moores Creek, just a short distance to the Bay River and ICW. Located in the established waterfront community of Bay Shore Estates, this waterfront lot features a ample building site perfect for the home of your dreams. A great spot for the avid fisherman, recreational boater, sailboat enthusiasts and anyone else that would love to enjoy life on the water!

Hive MLS #90091381

Jul 15, 2015

Listing Removed

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Aug 22, 2013

Listed

$75,000

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Vacant Land

County

Pamlico County

APN

J043-3-21

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Last updated by owner on May 23, 2023.

Climate risks

10/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.31% 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

Merritt, NC • 28556

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Sun exposure

96/ 100

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There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

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Redfin Estimate for 448 Bay Shores Rd

$59,805

$195 under list price of $60K

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