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0 Nc 55 Hwy, Merritt, NC 28556

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$79,678

13.7 acres

Estimated Payment

$ 410 /mo. †

6.67% APR for 30 yrs.
$0 in taxes
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  • Other Residential
    Property type

  • 13.7 acres
    Lot size

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Have you been looking to invest in an agricultural property with great road frontage or looking for a cleared tract of land to start your hobby farm and homesite? This 13.7 acres of tillable farmland, located just south of the Town of Bayboro, could be just that place! 13.7 acres of agricultural farmland for sale in Pamlico County just south, off Highway 55, of the Town of Bayboro. This tract of tillable ground has been in row crop rotation for decades and always produces a fruitful crop. Currently there is one access point already installed off Hwy55 on the northern corner of the property. There easily could be another driveway installed depending on the location you would want it due to the over 750ft of road frontage! There has not been any soil studies, or septic evaluations, performed on this tract. If you are curious to what soils make this tract up please refer to the ''Soils Report'' located under the property documents tab. The property is split almost 50/50 between two soil types: Yonges loamy fine sand and Argent loam. That being said this property is also very well drained being ditched in on all 4 sides as well as multiple ditches running parallel with Hwy 55 separating this tract into 8 cuts. Amenities aren't far at all from this tract only being located a few miles outside of Bayboro as well as the townships of Alliance and Grantsboro. In these communities you can find stores for all needs including Foodlion, Neighborhood Walmart, Restaurants, Gas Stations, etc. Also only a short drive away you could find yourself standing at the beautiful waterfront town of Oriental which is a waterman's paradise being a hot spot for boaters all through the area. From this location you are 28 minutes from New Bern, 50 minutes from Washington, and just over an hour away from our beautiful Crystal Coast of Morehead City
MLS# 100474650

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Property Features

  • Architecture Style
    Other
  • Lot Size
    13.7 Acres

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  • Principle and Interest
    $410
  • Property Taxes
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  • Hazard Insurance
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Schools

Pamlico County Primary School

Grades PK-3 Public School

Bayboro, NC 28515 3.6 miles
323 neals creek rd

317 total students
12:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: B

School Details

Fred A Anderson Elementary School

Grades 4-5 Public School

Bayboro, NC 28515 3.5 miles
515 anderson dr

152 total students
11:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: C

School Details

Pamlico County Middle School

Grades 6-8 Public School

Bayboro, NC 28515 2.7 miles
15526 nc highway 55

297 total students
16:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: B+

School Details

Pamlico County High School

Grades 9-12 Public School

Bayboro, NC 28515 3.6 miles
601 main st

434 total students
12:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: B-

School Details

School information does not guarantee enrollment. School service boundaries are provided as a reference only, may change, and are not guaranteed to be accurate. Contact the school district directly to verify school enrollment eligibility.

Local area information for Merritt, NC 28556

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Merritt, NC 28556

This community’s employment is highest in the administrative support and construction industries. The area’s overall household expenses are above the national average.

89° July
Hottest Average Month
34° January
Coldest Average Month
558 Total Households in Area
2.1% Increase in population since the year 2010
9.7%
of households
have children
23 minutes
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Demographic facts
for Merritt, NC 28556

Merritt, NC 28556 has a population of 1,163 people in 558 households with a median age of 62.2 years old.

2.1%
Increase in population
since the year 2010
Population is Trending up
538
Total households as of 2010
2.8%
projected percent change in total
households in 5 years

Community Population By Age

The median age for this area is 62.2 years old. The smallest percentage group is 65-74 years and the largest percentage is the 12-17 years age range.

Community Population By Ethnicity

White 82%
Black 11%
Hispanic 4%
Other 1%
Asian <1%
Native American <1%
The most prevalent ethnicity is White at 82%, followed by Black at 11%, Hispanic at 4%, and Other at 1%.

Economics
for Merritt, NC 28556

14 /sq mi
Population Density
$69,030 /yr
Median Household Income
$327,000
Median Sales Price
23 min
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Household by Income

Out of the households in this area, the largest income group is $100-124,999k representing 16.43% of the households.

Transportation to Work

  • Drive 91%
  • Work from Home 8%
  • Walk or Bike 2%
  • Public Transit 0%

Occupancy by Type

Owned 442 56%
Vacant 228 29%
Rented 116 15%

White vs Blue Collar Jobs







White Collar 76%
Blue Collar 24%

Family & Education Facts
for Merritt, NC 28556

62.2 Median Age

Average Household Size

2.1
persons per
household

47.6%

Married Households

Community Population By Education

Some College 26%
Graduate Degree 20%
Bachelors Degree 20%
High School Graduate 17%
Associates Degree 11%
Some High School 6%
Of the total people surveyed, the most prevalent educational attainment level is Some College, representing 25.55% of the population.

Household Family Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)
9.8% of households have children

Weather
for Merritt, NC 28556

The weather for this area ranges from a high of 89° F in July to a low of 34° F in January

89° July
Hottest Average Month
34° January
Coldest Average Month

Average Temperature by Month

Low (°F)
High (°F)
Jan
34°
55°
Feb
36°
58°
Mar
42°
64°
Apr
50°
74°
May
59°
80°
Jun
66°
86°
Jul
71°
89°
Aug
70°
88°
Sep
65°
83°
Oct
54°
75°
Nov
45°
66°
Dec
37°
58°

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† Based on a 30-year fixed rate of 3.38% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Interest rates are also subject to credit and property approval based on secondary market guidelines. The rates shown are based on average rates for our best qualified customers. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.

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