If you're looking for a one level home with an open floor plan and a large screen porch on an oversized lot surrounded by trees and views of natural area of golf course across the street, this could be the one. Add in the Silver Creek Plantation boat launch park, plus a day dock to the White Oak River leading out to Bogue Sound and this home offers a lifestyle for coastal living. Close to shopping, the Emerald Isle beach! Kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances and dressed with granite counter tops. Washer and dryer are located in a deep walk-in closet. You will simply love the privacy of the oversized screen porch and large back yard, plus a shed to store all those lawn & garden items, and an extended driveway for boat & RV parking. HVAC new in 2017; roof in 2018; and water heater & microwave are brand new! Come take a look; you'll be happy you did. Owner occupied; 24 hour notice preferred but will allow same day showings with 2-3 hour notice.
Single-familyProperty Type
2005Year Built
0.74 acresLot Size
$202Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Donald Whiteside• Emerald Isle Realty
Bought with Gwenergy Hydzik• Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-Hampstead
GREAT VALUE ON NEAR PERFECT HOME ON LARGE BEAUTIFULLY LANDSCAPED LOT AND A NICE STORAGE BUILDING. HOME USES THE 1600+ SF FOR 3 NICE SIZED BEDROOMS, A GRAEAT KITCHEN W/ GRANITE AND MUCH MORE. LOTS OF PARKING FOR CAR, BOAT AND MAYBE A SMALL RV. SCREEN PORCH OFFERS PRIVACY WITH VIEW OF BACKYARD.
Hive MLS #11201605
Jun 19, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Apr 4, 2012
Listed
$189,900
$110/sq ft
Hive MLS #11100674
Jul 31, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Feb 8, 2011
Listed
$199,900
$115/sq ft
Public Records
May 26, 2005
Sold
$60,000
$35/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$586 (−46.3%)
$58,946 + $241,278
$300,224
2024
$1,091 (−6.4%)
$58,946 + $241,278
$300,224
2023
$1,165 (+5.8%)
$77,241 + $133,954
$211,195
2022
$1,101
$77,241 + $133,954
$211,195
2021
$1,101 (−0.7%)
$77,241 + $133,954
$211,195
2020
$1,109 (+19.2%)
$77,241 + $133,954
$211,195
2019
$931
$77,241 + $133,954
$211,195
2018
$931 (+8.3%)
$88,827 + $136,276
$225,103
2017
$859
$42,482 + $136,276
$178,758
2016
$859 (+2.1%)
$42,482 + $136,276
$178,758
2015
$841 (+20.5%)
$42,482 + $136,276
$178,758
2014
$698
$40,361 + $144,267
$184,628
Tax history for 495 W Firetower Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$586 (−46.3%)
$58,946 + $241,278
$300,224
2024
$1,091 (−6.4%)
$58,946 + $241,278
$300,224
2023
$1,165 (+5.8%)
$77,241 + $133,954
$211,195
2022
$1,101
$77,241 + $133,954
$211,195
2021
$1,101 (−0.7%)
$77,241 + $133,954
$211,195
2020
$1,109 (+19.2%)
$77,241 + $133,954
$211,195
2019
$931
$77,241 + $133,954
$211,195
2018
$931 (+8.3%)
$88,827 + $136,276
$225,103
2017
$859
$42,482 + $136,276
$178,758
2016
$859 (+2.1%)
$42,482 + $136,276
$178,758
2015
$841 (+20.5%)
$42,482 + $136,276
$178,758
2014
$698
$40,361 + $144,267
$184,628
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
203 ft.
Lot depth
158 ft.
Lot size
0.74 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,722
Year built
2005
Style
Other
County
Carteret County
APN
537603025506000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 12, 2026.
R20
Low To Moderate-Density Residential District
A single-family residential district established to maintain a density of approximately two dwelling units per acre.
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Porch, Screened
Fencing: None
Roof: Composition
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1731
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Block
Property Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
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: City Street, State Road
Lot Size : 0.74
Lot Size Dimensions: 233 x IRR x 126 x 175
Lot Size Area: 0.74
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.74
Zoning: Residential
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Water Available
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Amenities: Boat Dock
Association Fee: $135
Location Information
Directions: Take HWY 24 to HWY 58; Turn North; Turn left at Peletier Loop Rd; Follow road and make left at W Firetower Rd. Follow road to home, just before Bluewater Cove.
Subdivision Name: Silver Creek
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,722
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.74 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 2005
Year Renovated: —
County: Carteret County
APN: 537603025506000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 12, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Carteret County Association of Realtors
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Schools
White Oak Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.5mi
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Broad Creek Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 10.6mi
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Croatan High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.6mi
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 103° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
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99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$333,000 – $403,000
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