237 97 Garbacon Drive Beaufort, NC 28516 · Merrimon Bay

About this home

Welcome to 237 Garbacon Drive—an exceptional 3.6-acre waterfront property located in the private, gated community of Merrimon Bay, just outside Beaufort, NC. This spacious homesite offers stunning views of the Neuse River and is the perfect canvas for your dream coastal getaway. With over 100 feet of shoreline, you'll enjoy the sights and sounds of the water every day, whether you're watching dolphins from your porch or casting a line from your future private dock. Merrimon Bay is tucked away in the unspoiled beauty of Carteret County, offering a quiet, natural setting filled with deer, turkey, and local birdlife. The neighborhood features a community boat ramp and dock, giving you quick access to boating, fishing, and exploring the nearby barrier islands, including Cape Lookout and Shackleford Banks. It's the ideal launch point for weekend adventures on the water. Despite the peaceful, rural feel, you're only 25 miles from the vibrant NC Crystal Coast towns of Beaufort, Morehead City, and Atlantic Beach. That means easy access to shopping, restaurants, marinas, and sandy beaches—all within a short drive. As an added bonus, 239 Garbacon, immediately to the right of this property is also for sale. This creates an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking a larger homesite to own almost 7 acres of riverfront heaven at a very reasonable price. Creating great value for for those looking to build or invest. Whether you're planning to build a full-time home or a weekend retreat, 237 Garbacon Drive offers privacy, space, and incredible waterfront views in one of North Carolina's hidden gems. Don't miss the chance to own a piece of this coastal paradise.

Facts

Type

Residential Lot

Lot

3.59 acres

Waterfront

Deeded Waterfront

HOA

$345 / annually

Community

Merrimon Bay

County

Carteret

Water

None

Property tax

$114 / year (2023)

Listed

Aug 10, 2025

MLS #

100524238

Features

Directions to 237 97 Garbacon Drive

From Beaufort, take US Hwy 70 E to Merrimon Road. Follow Merrimon Road for approx 15.4 miles (Merrimon Rd will turn into 4H road, and then into Merrimon Bay Rd) until you reach Garbacon Drive. Turn right onto Garbacon Drive, lot is number 94 and will be approx. 1.1 miles on the left.

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About 237 97 Garbacon Drive

237 97 Garbacon Drive is a lot, on 3.59 acres in Merrimon Bay, Beaufort, Carteret County, NC 28516.

16 other homes are for sale in Merrimon Bay right now (median asking $97,450); 3 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $50,000, typically in about 217 days.

It has been on the market for 449 days.

Area figures are broad context from the MLS, not a valuation — they don't adjust for waterfront, condition, lot, views or updates. Ask us for a true comparison.

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