$345,000
SOLD JUL 10, 2026

42 Ruby Ln Roper, NC 27970

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,400 Sq Ft
0.82 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 10, 2026

$246 Per Sq Ft

10% Below List Price

74 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Boat Lift
  • Home fronts a canal
  • Private Dock
  • Home fronts a creek
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

As of July 2026

Private waterfront living with your own sandy beach, pier, boat lift, and deeded boat ramp access, all with no flood insurance required. Situated on large lot (.80 acre) with water front on protected cove, this property offers a rare combination of usable outdoor space, privacy, and easy water access. Inside, you'll find an open-concept layout with durable LVP flooring, three bedrooms plus a dedicated office, and a functional kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances that convey with the home. The mudroom/laundry area provides excellent storage and serves as the perfect everyday drop zone for busy households. Outdoor features are designed for enjoying the lifestyle this property offers. The covered carport overlooks a fenced, pet-friendly yard complete with established garden beds and a chicken coop that can convey. Just beyond the front yard, enjoy your own private sandy beach with direct access to the water, creating a truly unique waterfront setting. Additional highlights include a covered carport tall enough for an RV or camper, a 30 AMP RV hookup, whole-house Generac generator, and plenty of room for gardening, recreation, and more. A rare opportunity to own a versatile waterfront property that combines practicality, privacy, and outdoor living.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Van-dee Hetherington

Welcome Home Realty NC License #251169 Listed on: 03/31/2026

Last Buyer's Agent

Doug Blackman

Whitley Realty Team LLC License #319961

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,125

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • 35,719 Sq Ft Lot
  • Home fronts a creek
  • Home fronts a canal
  • Fenced
  • Garden

Parking

  • Covered Parking

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,400 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Mud Room
  • Great Room
  • Dining Area
  • Home Office
  • Water Views

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Pier
  • Boat Lift
  • Private Dock
  • Patio

Schools

  • Creswell Elementary School
  • Washington Middle School
  • Washington County High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Whole House Permanent Generator

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 7830.00-17-2374

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,125

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0.82 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: STR
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • View: Water
  • Original List Price: 349900.00
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Living Area: 1400.00
  • Is New Construction?: No
  • Island Or Mainland: Mainland
  • Prospect Exempt Y N: No
  • Remarks And Showing Info Recording Device Y N: No
  • Remarks Written By Agent Y N: Yes
  • List Price Per Sqft: 249.93
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Whole-Home Generator
  • Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Room Types: Great Room, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Office, Dining Area
  • Stories: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Source: Computed
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 2.00
  • Living Area Range: 1400 - 1599

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Garden
  • Exterior Finish: Wood Siding
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Roof: Metal
  • Road Frontage Type: Creek, Canal Front
  • Road Frontage Type: Gravel
  • Waterfront Features: Pier, Boat Lift, Canal Front, Deeded Waterfront
  • Waterfront?: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Has Attached Garage?: No
  • Has Attached Garage?: No
  • Parking Features: Covered, Concrete

Utilities

  • Utilities: Private
  • Heating System Fuel Source: Electric
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling?: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Has H O A?: No

Association/Amenities

  • H O A And Neighborhood Amenities Club Membership: None Selected

Schools

  • Elementary School: Creswell
  • High School: Washington
  • Middle Or Junior School: Washington
  • Zoned High School: Washington County

Lot Info

  • Deed Book: 540
  • Deed Page: 555.00
  • Zoning: r
  • Lot Features: Boat Dock, Boat Lift, Deeded Waterfront, Pier
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.82
  • Lot Size: 198x
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 35719.00
  • Purchase Contract Date: 2026-06-13
  • Parcel#: 7830.00-17-2374
  • Cobra Zone Y N: No
  • Permitted Use: Public

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Book Number: 2
  • Tax Map Number: 181A
  • Tax Other Assessment Amount Frequency: 000
  • Tax Amount: 1124.55

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 20, 2020
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$130,000
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 6, 2012
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $130,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $60,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $226,884 VA
Closed $130,000 Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/10/2026 07/10/26 Sold $345,000 -1.4% $246 / Sq Ft
05/21/2026 05/21/26 Price Changed $349,900 -4.1% $250 / Sq Ft
05/05/2026 05/05/26 Price Changed $365,000 -5.2% $261 / Sq Ft
03/31/2026 03/31/26 For Sale $385,000 +75.8% $275 / Sq Ft
07/25/2022 07/25/22 Off Market $219,000 -- --
04/11/2022 04/11/22 Sold $219,000 -- -- View Prior Sale
Source: Hive MLS

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $1,482 $132,300 $44,600 $87,700
2024 $15 $132,300 $44,600 $87,700
2023 $1,437 $132,300 $44,600 $87,700
2022 $1,402 $0 $0 $0
2021 $1,402 $132,300 $44,600 $87,700
2020 $1,380 $131,900 $44,600 $87,300
2019 $1,380 $131,900 $44,600 $87,300
2018 $1,380 $131,900 $44,600 $87,300
2017 $1,378 $131,900 $44,600 $87,300
2016 $1,283 $131,900 $44,600 $87,300
2015 $938 $131,900 $44,600 $87,300
2014 $938 $131,900 $44,600 $87,300
2013 $938 $131,900 $44,600 $87,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Hive MLS

MLS Number: 100563968

Hive MLS

APN: 7830.00-17-2374

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