Welcome to 327 Garbacon Drive — a serene 1.4-acre waterfront homesite located in the gated Merrimon Bay community near Beaufort, North Carolina. This beautiful property sits along Garbacon Creek, offering protected waters ideal for building a private pier and boat lift. From your backyard, enjoy wide, unspoiled views of the creek and easy access to the Neuse River, where fishing, boating, kayaking, and paddleboarding adventures await.
Merrimon Bay is known for its peaceful setting and natural beauty, making it a perfect retreat for those who love the outdoors yet still want to be within reach of coastal amenities. From this property, you're only about 25 minutes by car—or about 35 minutes by boat—from the heart of the NC Crystal Coast. Spend your days exploring the waterfront charm of Beaufort with its boutique shops, seafood restaurants, and historic waterfront. Head over to Morehead City for deep-sea fishing charters, lively waterfront dining, and festivals like the Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament. Or make your way to Atlantic Beach and Emerald Isle for sun-soaked days on miles of pristine sandy beaches.
Closer to home, Merrimon Bay offers residents gated privacy, a community boat ramp, and dock access for easy launching into the Neuse River and Pamlico Sound. Whether you're looking to build a weekend getaway or your permanent coastal home, 327 Garbacon Drive combines the best of coastal living—quiet, natural surroundings with quick access to some of North Carolina's most treasured waterfront destinations.
Here, you can enjoy the peaceful rhythm of the tides while staying connected to the vibrant lifestyle of the Crystal Coast.
Lot/land
$104,900
327 Garbacon Drive, Beaufort, NC 28516
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1.44Acres
Land
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1.44 Acres Lot
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$29/mo HOA
What's special
Waterfront homesiteCommunity boat rampGated privacyPeaceful settingNatural beautyDock accessQuiet natural surroundings
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 26, 2025 at 01:26pm
Listed by:
Stacey Respess Bowen 252-945-3198,
United Country Respess Wilder
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100537681
Originating MLS: Carteret County Association of Realtors
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 0
Property
Features
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Marsh, Creek/Stream, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Marsh,Creek/Stream,Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront
- Frontage type: Creek
Lot
- Size: 1.44 Acres
- Dimensions: 510' x 125'
- Features: Partially Cleared, Rural, Subdivided, Wetlands, Deeded Waterfront
- Topography: Cleared/Partial,Flood Plain,Level,Marsh/Wetland,Undeveloped
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 740500559508000
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: None
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Merrimon Bay
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Gated, Maintenance Common Areas, Maintenance Roads, Ramp
- HOA fee: $345 annually
- HOA name: Merrimon Bay HOA
Location
- Region: Beaufort
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $33,550
- Annual tax amount: $181
- Date on market: 10/25/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 49 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,849/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $104,900 |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $181 +1.9% | $33,550 |
| 2023 | $178 +3.9% | $33,550 |
| 2022 | $171 | $33,550 |
Find assessor info on the county website
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Neighborhood: 28516
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Beaufort Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 17.2 mi
- 7/10East Carteret High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 13.7 mi
- 9/10Beaufort Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 17.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Beaufort
- Middle: Beaufort
- High: East Carteret
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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