Live the coastal lifestyle you've been dreaming of with this 3.4-acre waterfront lot at 257 Garbacon Drive in Beaufort, NCoffered at $38,000 below tax value and ready to build with a valid 3-bedroom septic permit in place. Located in the private, gated community of Merrimon Bay, this rare homesite offers expansive views of the Neuse River, your very own white sand beach, and access to a private neighborhood boat ramp. Launch your boat, kayak, or paddleboard right from your backyard and explore miles of open water, peaceful creeks, and rich coastal ecosystems. By car or boat, you're just 30 minutes from the vibrant Crystal Coasthome to charming waterfront towns like Beaufort, Morehead City, and Atlantic Beach. Enjoy fresh seafood, historic downtowns, shopping, festivals, and world-class fishing and boating. The area is also home to Cape Lookout National Seashore, Shackleford Banks (wild horses!), and some of North Carolina's clearest waters. With plenty of room for a custom home, outdoor living spaces, and a potential private dock (pending approvals), this lot is ideal for year-round living, a weekend retreat, or a recreational escape. Don't miss your chance to own a slice of paradisepeaceful, private, and packed with potential. Come experience the best of the NC coast at Merrimon Bay!
| MLS # | 100505415 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| HOA Dues | $345 |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Days On Site | 486 |
| Listing Provided By | United Country Respess Wilder | Stacey Respess Bowen |
| Zoning | residential |
|---|---|
| Acreage | 3.40 |
| Water Front | Deeded Waterfront |
| Property View | ICW, Sound, River |
| Lot Features | Development, Partially Cleared, Rural, Subdivided, Level, Wetlands, Deeded Waterfront |
|---|---|
| Topography | Cleared/Partial, Flood Plain, Level, Marsh/Wetland |
| Waterfront Features | Deeded Waterfront |
| View | ICW, Sound, River |
| Attached Garage Yes / No | No |
|---|---|
| Garage Yes / No | No |
| Utilities | Electricity Available |
|---|
| Tax Assessed Value | 147494 |
|---|---|
| Tax Book Number | 30 |
| Tax Legal Description | L106 S2a Merrimon Bay |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| State | NC |
|---|---|
| County | Carteret |
| City | Beaufort |
| Zip Code | 28516 |
| Community Name | Merrimon Bay |
| Elementary School | Beaufort |
| High School | East Carteret |
| Listing VS Median (in Merrimon Bay) | |
Price: $99,900 low | high Med: $0 On site: 486 low | high Med: | |
| State | NC |
|---|---|
| County | Carteret |
| City | Beaufort |
| Zip Code | 28516 |
| Community Name | Merrimon Bay |
| Elementary School | Beaufort |
| High School | East Carteret |
| Listing VS Median (in Merrimon Bay) | |
Price: $99,900 low | high Med: $0 On site: 486 low | high Med: | |