OFF MARKET

Off market feb 2022 for $330K

$478,586

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,154/mo

•

1,624

sq ft

540 Bay Shores Rd, Merritt, NC 28556

About this home

Wide River Views of the Bay River. This simple water front property was built to take advantage of the beautiful water views. River side deck is the length of the house allowing you to enjoy outdoor barbeques and family gatherings. The master bedroom, guest room and living room all face the water. Large kitchen with tons of storage. The house was raised allowing for 2-car garage, work/storage area and carport for the boat, under the house. The property also has a 1-car detached garage with an attached fenced in area for pets. Community boat ramp is available for your use. Only 15 minutes from Oriental, the Sailing Capital of NC and 30 minutes from New Bern. Please do not drive by the property unless you have an appointment. This is a private road.

Single-familyProperty Type

1995Year Built

0.87 acresLot Size

$295Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 car garageParking

Listed by Ann Marie Wolf • Century 21 Sail/Loft Realty

Bought with Ann Marie Wolf • Century 21 Sail/Loft Realty

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•Source:Hive MLS #100254229

Redfin Estimate

$478,586

$149K since sold in February 2022$7,000 since October

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Homes for sale

This home's estimate is 7.5% lower than the average sale price ($517K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 20, 2026
$540,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths1,614 sq ft
1152 Murphy Farm Rd, Merritt, NC 28556
SOLD JUL 13, 2026
$509,900
B
3 beds2.5 baths1,700 sq ft
104 Mallard Dr, Merritt, NC 28556
SOLD OCT 9, 2026
$767,000
C
3 beds2 baths2,048 sq ft
166 Orchard Point Rd, Oriental, NC 28571
SOLD OCT 15, 2026
$805,000
D
3 beds2 baths2,560 sq ft
5633 Styron Dr, Oriental, NC 28571
SOLD SEP 3, 2026
$270,000
E
2 beds2 baths1,560 sq ft
32 Windy Ct, Oriental, NC 28571
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$213,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,278 sq ft
140 Chinchilla Dr, Bayboro, NC 28515

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$2,637/mo

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Market trends in 28556, NC

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-list price

94.8%

0.8% MoM

Median sale price

$540K

$30K MoM

Avg. days on market

106d

6 days MoM

Recently sold homes

4 MoM

New listings for sale

$122,000
2 beds2 baths980 sq ft
1080 Paradise Shores Rd, Merritt, NC 28556
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Sale history for 540 Bay Shores Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,423

$82,538 + $118,980

$201,518

2024

$1,423 (+2.9%)

$82,538 + $118,980

$201,518

2023

$1,383

$82,538 + $118,980

$201,518

2022

$1,383

$82,538 + $118,980

$201,518

2021

$1,383

$82,538 + $118,980

$201,518

2020

$1,383 (−11.5%)

$82,538 + $118,980

$201,518

2019

$1,563 (−0.8%)

$85,000 + $142,681

$227,681

2018

$1,576 (+0.8%)

$85,000 + $142,681

$227,681

2017

$1,563

$85,000 + $142,681

$227,681

2016

$1,562

$85,000 + $142,681

$227,681

Tax history for 540 Bay Shores Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,423

$82,538 + $118,980

$201,518

2024

$1,423 (+2.9%)

$82,538 + $118,980

$201,518

2023

$1,383

$82,538 + $118,980

$201,518

2022

$1,383

$82,538 + $118,980

$201,518

2021

$1,383

$82,538 + $118,980

$201,518

2020

$1,383 (−11.5%)

$82,538 + $118,980

$201,518

2019

$1,563 (−0.8%)

$85,000 + $142,681

$227,681

2018

$1,576 (+0.8%)

$85,000 + $142,681

$227,681

2017

$1,563

$85,000 + $142,681

$227,681

2016

$1,562

$85,000 + $142,681

$227,681

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.87 Acres

Year renovated

1995

Sq. Ft.

1,624

Year built

1995

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Pamlico County

APN

J043-3-9

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 19, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 3
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Has Carport
# of Carport Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Unpaved

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump

Interior Features
Interior Features: Master Downstairs, Walk-In Closet(s), Entrance Foyer, Ceiling Fan(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas Log

Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 6
Basement Details: None

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Fencing: None
Roof: Composition

Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1624
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Other, Pillar/Post/Pier

Property Features
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Waterfront Access
Has View
Accessibility Features: Accessible Full Bath

Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Frontage Type: River
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Lot Size : 0.87
Lot Size Dimensions: 97 x 290 x 156 x 352
Lot Size Area: 0.87
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.87
Zoning: Residential

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Water Available
Sewer: Septic Tank

Location

HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $300

Schools Information
Middle Or Junior School: Pamlico County
High School: Pamlico County

Location Information
Directions: From New Bern or Oriental from Hwy 55 take Florence Road. Drive approximately 4 miles and turn left onto Bay Shores Dr. Look for house on your right.
Subdivision Name: Bay Shore Estates

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,624
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.87 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1995
Year Renovated: 1995
County: Pamlico County
APN: J043-3-9

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 19, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: Neuse River Region Association of Realtors

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Fred A Anderson Elementary School

Public 4-5 • Assigned • 6.0mi

4/10

Pamlico County Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.1mi

8/10

Pamlico County High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.0mi

6/10

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Lifestyle

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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

Merritt, NC • 28556

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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in June and 5.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$455,000 – $551,000

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Home values near 540 Bay Shores Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
427 Bay Shores Road, Merritt, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2156 Sq. Ft.	$355,047
500 Bay Shores Road, Merritt, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2393 Sq. Ft.	$630,875
466 Bay Shores Road, Merritt, NC 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2146 Sq. Ft.	$678,286
638 Bay Shores Road, Merritt, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2074 Sq. Ft.	$588,896
582 Bay Shores Road, Merritt, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2506 Sq. Ft.	$534,948
9 Bay Point Road, Merritt, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1625 Sq. Ft.	$410,812
10 Bay Point Road, Merritt, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1524 Sq. Ft.	$469,627

Address	Redfin Estimate
527 Bay Shores Road, Merritt, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2195 Sq. Ft.	$482,195
484 Bay Shores Road, Merritt, NC 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3296 Sq. Ft.	$642,146
430 Bay Shores Road, Merritt, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3517 Sq. Ft.	$605,863
610 Bay Shores Road, Merritt, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1807 Sq. Ft.	$449,511
554 Bay Shores Road, Merritt, NC 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2700 Sq. Ft.	$603,327
24 Bay Point Road, Merritt, NC 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2036 Sq. Ft.	$604,991
168 Moores Creek Lane, Merritt, NC 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 932 Sq. Ft.	$733,874

Address	Redfin Estimate
526 Bay Shores Road, Merritt, NC 3 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 2700 Sq. Ft.	$962,787
673 Bay Shores Road, Merritt, NC 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3857 Sq. Ft.	$922,919
412 Bay Shores Road, Merritt, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2703 Sq. Ft.	$675,200
596 Bay Shores Road, Merritt, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2130 Sq. Ft.	$503,335
668 Bay Shores Road, Merritt, NC 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 4898 Sq. Ft.	$1,105,260
20 Bay Point Road, Merritt, NC 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2399 Sq. Ft.	$662,496

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