Nestled within the quiet coastal charm of Merritt, this 3.36-acre parcel offers the perfect blend of privacy, natural beauty, and opportunity. Surrounded by whispering pines and coastal breezes, it's an ideal setting for your dream home. Whether you're envisioning peaceful weekends by the water or a full-time retreat immersed in nature, this land invites you to slow down, reconnect, and make your vision of simple living a reality. Located in a gated waterfront community near the expansive Pamlico Sound, the property offers paved road access, city water availability at the road, and power nearby. A septic permit is already on file, and light HOA covenants help maintain the peaceful character of the neighborhood. The land's gentle topography makes building approachable, and with a $200 annual HOA fee supporting road and dock maintenance, you'll enjoy both privacy and convenience. Just a short drive from the coastal towns of Oriental and New Bern, this location blends rural serenity with easy access to boating, fishing, and small-town amenities. If you've been dreaming of a place to build your forever home, escape the city, or create your own homestead by the coast, this is your opportunity. Reach out today and take the first step toward claiming your piece of North Carolina's coastal countryside. Seller financing is available!
Lot/land
Price cut: $5K (12/12)
$64,900
177 Castaway Road, Merritt, NC 28556
--beds
0baths
3.36Acres
Land
Built in ----
3.36 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$17/mo HOA
What's special
Coastal breezesQuiet coastal charmGentle topographyRural serenityWhispering pinesPaved road accessCity water availability
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: 21 hours ago
Listed by:
Nicholas Huscroft 330-249-3499,
Chosen Realty of NC
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100539299
Originating MLS: Johnston County Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 0
Property
Lot
- Size: 3.36 Acres
- Topography: Flood Plain,Level
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: J054a26
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Schooner Landing
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Gated
- HOA fee: $200 annually
- HOA name: Schooner Landing HOA
- HOA phone: 336-419-6284
Location
- Region: Merritt
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $48,519
- Annual tax amount: $195
- Date on market: 11/2/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 41 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,306/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2025 | Price change | $64,900-7.2% |
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| 11/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $69,900+29.4% |
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| 11/10/2005 | Sold | $54,000 |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $195 +2.9% | $27,646 |
| 2023 | $190 | $27,646 |
| 2022 | $190 | $27,646 |
Find assessor info on the county website
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Neighborhood: 28556
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Fred A Anderson Elementary SchoolGrades: 4-5Distance: 4.6 mi
- 9/10Pamlico County Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.7 mi
- 6/10Pamlico County High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.6 mi
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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