964 Murphy Farm Road Merritt, NC 28556

This 0.73-acre waterfront lot in Merritt offers an excellent opportunity to build a coastal dream home. Positioned directly on the Bay River, the property provides immediate access to the Pamlico Sound and features 184 feet of uninterrupted waterfront. The land has some of the highest waterfront elevation in Pamlico County, sitting approximately 6.5-feet above sea level. Sweeping water views can be enjoyed from nearly any angle of the lot. County water and an installed septic system are already in place. An underground seawall with bulkhead boulders provides added stability along the shoreline. The previous home on the property was a 3-bedroom residence, no septic permit is on file. Most of the land lies within the X flood zone. With no HOA and no restrictive covenants, there is freedom to build a home with features such as a large screened porch, a saltwater pool, or a spacious workshop or storage shed. The expansive lot provides the space and shoreline access to build a private dock. The property is less than 10 minutes from the town of Oriental, where there is a public boat ramp, marinas, shops, and waterfront restaurants. New Bern is a 30-minute commute away.