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    • $675,500

    188 Quail Road, Merritt, NC 28556

    3beds
    2,611sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1997
    1.6 Acres Lot
    $662,000 Zestimate®
    $259/sqft
    $4/mo HOA

    What's special

    Waterfront breakfast nookHuge walk in closetAttic storage
    Stunning waterfront 3 bedroom 2.5 bath brick home 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. Attic storage. Waterfront deck and screened porch are perfect places to relax with a morning cup of coffee watching the wildlife stroll through your yard. 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!
    318 days
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    CAROLYN BELLIS 252-670-0371,

    TIDEWATER REAL ESTATE, INC

    Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100528474MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Neuse River Region Association of Realtors

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Living Room, Dining Room, Breakfast Nook, Bonus Room, Other
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 14 x 17.6
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 13.6 x 11.6
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 12.6 x 12
      Bonus room
      • Level: Upper
      • Dimensions: 17 x 12
      Breakfast nook
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 10.2 x 12.4
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 14 x 11
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 12 x 12.2
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 19 x 25.6
      Other
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 6 x 8
      Heating
      • Propane, Heat Pump
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Washer, Refrigerator, Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
      • Laundry: Laundry Room
      Features
      • Master Downstairs, Walk-in Closet(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Whole-Home Generator, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-in Shower, Gas Log, Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
      • Windows: Skylight(s)
      • Basement: None
      • Attic: Floored,Walk-In
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Gas Log
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,611
      • Total interior livable area: 2,611 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Attached, Off Street, Paved
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Porch, Screened
      • Exterior features: None
      • Fencing: Partial
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Creek/Stream, Water
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Creek/Stream,Water
      • Waterfront features: Boat Lift, Water Depth 4+
      • Frontage type: Creek
      Lot
      • Size: 1.6 Acres
      • Features: Boat Slip, Boat Dock, Boat Lift, Water Depth 4+
      Details
      • Additional structures: Shed(s)
      • Parcel number: K052604
      • Zoning: Residential
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Brick Veneer, Wood Frame
      • Foundation: Crawl Space
      • Roof: Architectural Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1997

      Utilities & green energy

      • Water: County Water
      • Utilities for property: Underground Utilities, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
      • Subdivision: Bayview Estates
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Amenities included: None
      • HOA fee: $50 annually
      • HOA name: Bayview Estates
      • HOA phone: 772-1260
      Location
      • Region: Merritt

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $259/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $421,879
      • Annual tax amount: $2,980
      • Date on market: 3/1/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 318 days
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $662,000

        $629,000 - $695,000

        $2,736/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        4/15/2026Price change$675,500-2%$259/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100528474 Report a problem
        3/17/2026Price change$689,500-1.4%$264/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100528474 Report a problem
        10/14/2025Price change$699,500-2.8%$268/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100528474 Report a problem
        10/1/2025Price change$719,500-1.4%$276/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100528474 Report a problem
        9/2/2025Listed for sale$729,500+75.8%$279/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100528474 Report a problem
        5/22/2017Sold$415,000-3.5%$159/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100056783 Report a problem
        4/20/2017Pending sale$429,990$165/sqft
        Source: CENTURY 21 Sail/Loft Realty #100056783 Report a problem
        4/7/2017Listed for sale$429,990$165/sqft
        Source: CENTURY 21 Sail/Loft Realty #100056783 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$2,980 $421,879
        2024$2,980 +2.9%$421,879
        2023$2,895 $421,879
        2022$2,895 $421,879
        2021$2,895 $421,879
        2020$2,895 +26.4%$421,879 +26.4%
        2019$2,291 $333,815
        2018$2,291 +1%--
        2017$2,268 -0.5%--
        2016$2,280 0%--
        2015$2,280 +0.5%$330,508
        2014$2,268 $330,508
        2013$2,268 --
        2012-- --
        2011-- --
        Find assessor info on the county website

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 28556

        Getting around

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        Car-Dependent
        28 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        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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