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About this home
Discover waterfront living! Beautifully situated one-story home on 1.49 acres along a navigable canal with direct access to the Pamlico River in Wide Waters near Bath is move-in ready. Designed for comfortable coastal living, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features an open floor plan filled with natural light and scenic water views in the main living areas. The spacious master suite offers a private retreat with its own sitting area, porch access, and beautiful views of the water. Enjoy peaceful mornings and stunning sunsets on the porches and decks overlooking the canal and Pamlico River. In addition to the attached 2-car garage, the property includes an incredible 30' x 80' detached garage and workshop--perfect for hobbyists, car collectors, boat storage, or endless workspace possibilities. There is also a heated bonus room over the garage that provides flexible space for a home office, guest area, recreation room, or studio. The expansive property offers privacy, room to spread out, and easy access to boating and waterfront recreation. For those seeking even more waterfront opportunity, the adjacent 1.64-acre waterfront lot with pier is also available separately for $100,000, or combine both properties for an exceptional package price of only $575,000 for over 3 acres of waterfront! Rarely does a property with this much space, storage, and waterfront access become available--don't miss this unique Pamlico River retreat! For information about our preferred lender and the incentives you may qualify for, please ask your agent to review the agent comments for additional details.
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1997
- Lot
- 1.49 acres
- Waterfront
- Canal Front, Deeded Water Access, Deeded Waterfront
- Garage
- 8 spaces
- HOA
- $200 / annually
- Community
- Wide Waters
- County
- Beaufort
- Price per sq ft
- $255
- Stories
- 1
- Construction
- Brick, Wood Frame
- Roof
- Architectural Shingle
- Foundation
- Brick/Mortar
- Water
- Well
- Property tax
- $2,180 / year (2025)
- Listed
- May 14, 2026
- MLS #
- 100573842
Features
Inside
- Master Downstairs
- Walk-in Closet(s)
- High Ceilings
- Entrance Foyer
- Mud Room
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Walk-in Shower
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- LVT/LVP
- Carpet
- Vinyl
- Wood
- Built-In Microwave
- Washer
- Refrigerator
- Dryer
Outside
- Thermal Doors
- Open Lot
- Level
- Deeded Water Access
- Deeded Waterfront
- Navigable Water
- Canal
Community
- Boat Dock
- Maintenance Common Areas
- Maintenance Roads
- Ramp
Parking
- Workshop in Garage
- Attached
- Detached
- Additional Parking
- Garage Door Opener
- On Site
- Paved
- Garage
Heating & cooling
- Heat Pump
- Electric
- Central Air
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Directions to 856 Wide Waters Drive
From Bath, take Hwy 92E. Turn right on Wide Waters Dr. Bear right onto Wide Waters at the fork
Schools
- Elementary
- Bath Elementary
- Middle
- Bath Elementary
- High
- Northside High School
As listed in the MLS (Beaufort). School assignments can change — confirm with the district for this address.
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About 856 Wide Waters Drive
856 Wide Waters Drive is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home of about 1,947 square feet, built in 1997, on 1.49 acres in Wide Waters, Bath, Beaufort County, NC 27808.
Across ZIP 27808, 32 3-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $393,250.
It has been on the market for 174 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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How much is 856 Wide Waters Drive?
856 Wide Waters Drive is listed at $497,000 (about $255 per square foot) as of November 4, 2026. Status: for sale.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 856 Wide Waters Drive have?
3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with about 1,947 square feet.
What neighborhood is 856 Wide Waters Drive in?
Wide Waters, in Bath, Beaufort County, North Carolina.
How long has 856 Wide Waters Drive been on the market?
174 days.
Is 856 Wide Waters Drive waterfront?
Yes — the MLS lists it as a waterfront property.
Does 856 Wide Waters Drive have an HOA fee?
Yes: $200 (annually), per the MLS.
When was 856 Wide Waters Drive built?
1997.
Who is the listing broker for 856 Wide Waters Drive?
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage - Washington (MLS #100573842). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.
Can I tour 856 Wide Waters Drive?
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