NOT LISTED FOR SALE

791 Mercury Rd Corolla, NC 27927

Corolla Area

Estimated Value: $1,287,000 - $1,540,000

5 Beds
6.5 Baths
3,469 Sq Ft
$416/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: October 16, 2020

Last sale price $780,000 $225 Per Sq Ft

Est. 85% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,724 / mo

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Community Beach Access
  • Ocean View
  • Gated Community
  • Knotts Island Elementary School Rated 9+
  • Pool
  • Coastal Architecture

About This Home

As of October 2020

791 Mercury Road, Buck Island: Perched on a choice, elevated, X-Zone homesite, specifically selected for this former Buck Island Community Model Home, this stylish second home offers an elegant design, significant ocean views, comfortable spaces for all, inside and out, and all in well maintained, crisp & clean condition. This custom model home offers a timeless, classic style, has never been rented, has been very well maintained by consciousness owners, and it shows! All this within the area's top community of Buck Island; private community with gated entrance, with curbed, sidewalked, & tree lined streets, manicured grounds, amenities include a community pool, tennis, playground, cabana beach bathhouse, a beautiful wide & gradual beach, golf cart friendly, all in walking distance to TimBuck II and Monteray Plaza conveniences. Arrive and leave the car parked! On the top floor, this home offers an open & bright great room, with 14' ceilings, large ocean facing window wall, gas fireplace with stone surround, breakfast nook and traditional dining area, an elevated loft / sitting area, large powder bath, and a custom kitchen with granite counters. With East, South, and Western exposure, this is really a roomy and bright living area. Comfortable top floor master suite with ocean views, deck access, tiled bath with jetted garden tub and double vanity and walk in closet. Wide Oceanside decking to soak in the views, and West facing decking as well, both complete with high quality composite deck furniture. Well designed / positioned kitchen with granite counter tops, double and prep sinks, raised granite bar top with seating for 4, wine cooler, and plenty of cabinetry. Ocean views from all areas of this level. Thru the open stairs down to the mid level, which offers a main entry foyer with slate compass rose flooring, a beautiful covered front porch spanning the full home width, with 4 comfortable master bedrooms on this level, all with private oceanside deck access (one bedroom with flex design for mid level sitting / media room if desired), and dedicated laundry room with utility sink. The ground floor provides a clean and finished two car garage, owners storage closets, and a good sized rec room, with full bathroom and custom built-in cabinetry. The rec room opens out to the manicured and fenced rear yard, a perfect spot for a new private swimming pool if desired. This would provide a great oceanside pool setting, overlooked by the rear top and mid level decking, and accessed thru rec room with full bath, and two outside showers right there; and a brand new survey is paid for and provided by Seller for pool planning. Many recent updates to this home, including upgraded deck railings with 6x6 posts in 2014, high quality roof replacement in 2017, new 2019 water heaters, 2 new garage doors 2020, two new HVAC system in 2020 (inside and out, 15 SEER Trane with corrosion coating and variable speed air handlers), and just completed 2020 exterior house wash, trim and railing painting, and 2020 all decks stained and sealed. Looks great! Other features include oak interior stair railings, oak trim, solid wood interior doors, beadboard wainscoting, surround sound, full weather station, central vac, and security system. Offered fully furnished and accessorized with lightly used and high quality pieces, this stylish home is ready to use and enjoy from day one! The high and dry X-Flood Zone location. Mature, attractive, and established landscaping and grounds, front and rear, with irrigation system. With all it offers, in a great location within Buck Island, prepared for sale and in good condition, this home will be a pleasure to show, to own and enjoy for second home or year round use, and could be a lucrative investment rental home if desired. Rental projections in associated documents. Additional data in associated documents. Call agent to schedule your showing or preview today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mark Massey

Outer Banks Realty Group License #188389 Listed on: 08/31/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Raju Uppalapati

Outer Banks Realty Group License #187530

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,296

Year Built

  • Built in 1995

Lot Details

  • Property fronts a private road
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Fenced Yard
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System

HOA Fees

  • $299 Monthly HOA Fees

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Pond

Home Design

  • Coastal Architecture
  • Reverse Style Home
  • Slab Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shake Siding
  • Piling Construction
  • Cement Board or Planked

Interior Spaces

  • 3,469 Sq Ft Home
  • Central Vacuum
  • Furnished
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Loft
  • Game Room
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Slate Flooring
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Cedar Closet
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Garage
  • Carport
  • Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Shower
  • Sun Deck
  • Covered Deck

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Municipal Utilities District for Water and Sewer

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 39

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common electric, common insurance, management, pool, road maintenance, security, tennis courts, walkways
  • Signature Touch Property Mgmt Association, Phone Number (252) 441-8857
  • Bi Buck Island Subdivision

Recreation

  • Community Boardwalk
  • Community Beach Access
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool

Additional Features

  • Common Area
  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,296

Year Built

Built in 1995

Lot Details

0.36 Acres

HOA Fees

$299 per month

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Style: Reverse Floor Plan, Coastal
  • Directions: Into the community, 3rd left on Mercury Road, second home on Right.
  • Extras: Beach Access, Boardwalk to Beach, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, Curbs, Covered Decks, Fenced Yard, Garage Door Opener, Jet Tub, Landscaped, Lawn Sprinklers, Outside Shower, Security System, Sun Deck, Dry Entry, Inside Laundry Room
  • Flood Zone: X
  • Subdivision Name: Buck Island PUD
  • Headline: Stylish, Elevated, Ocean Views
  • Heated Sq Ft: 3469
  • L V T Date: 08/31/2020
  • Roads: Paved, Private
  • Sale/Rent: For Sale
  • Zoning: Res
  • Deed Book Pg Number: 518
  • Destination Commerce Corp: Yes
  • Lone Wolf Real Estate Technologies: Yes
  • Newpoint Media: Yes
  • Office License Number: C25379
  • Outer Banks Software: Yes
  • Terradatum Inc: Yes
  • W And R Studios: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Disposal, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator w/Ice Maker, Washer, Wine Cooler
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Countertops: Granite
  • Floor Coverings: Carpet, Slate, Tile, Vinyl
  • Foundation: Piling, Slab
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Furnishings Available: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: 9' Ceilings, All Window Treatments, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Cedar Closet(s), Gas Fireplace, Ensuite, Walk in Closet
  • Optional Rooms: Breakfast Nook, Foyer, Game Room, Loft
  • Partial Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame, Wood
  • Exterior: Shakes, Wood, Cement Fiber Board
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Association
  • Pool Type: Association Pool
  • Roof: Asphalt/Fiber Shingle
  • View: Ocean, Pond

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: 2 Car, Attached
  • Parking: Unit Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central, Heat Pump
  • Heating: Central, Heat Pump
  • Sewer/Septic System: Municipal Sewer
  • Water: Municipal

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fee Includes: Common Electric, Common Insurance, Management, Pool, Road Maintenance, Security, Tennis Courts, Walkways
  • Association Amenities: Gated Community, Ocean Access, Outdoor-Comm. Pool, Outdoor-Comm. Tennis, Playground, Board Walk, Common Area
  • Association Fee: Yes
  • Estimated Annual Fee: 3590
  • Hoa Contact: Signature Touch Property Mgmt
  • HOA Contact: 252-441-8857

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Bulkheaded, Cul-de-sac, Level, Water Frontage
  • Lot Faces: E
  • Lot Number: Lot 39
  • Deed Book: 1154

Rental Info

  • Yearly Expense Actual Estimate: Actual

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1995

Tax Info

  • Year: 2020
  • Taxes: 4295.88

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 28, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
$1,441,894

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,068,750
Interest Rate
0.08%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 31, 2020
Closed on
Oct 12, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Mark Massey
Outer Banks Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Raju Uppalapati
Outer Banks Realty Group
List Price
$769,000
Sold Price
$780,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
1.43%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.20%
Original Mortgage
$546,000
Interest Rate
0.029%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 24, 2011
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$1,425,000 None Listed On Document
$780,000 None Available
$810,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $1,068,750
Previous Owner $660,000
Previous Owner $546,000
Previous Owner $472,843
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/16/2020 10/16/20 Sold $780,000 +1.4% $225 / Sq Ft
09/04/2020 09/04/20 Pending -- -- --
08/31/2020 08/31/20 For Sale $769,000 -- $222 / Sq Ft
Source: Outer Banks Association of REALTORS®

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 $6,820 $877,900 $330,000 $547,900
2024 $6,073 $778,500 $330,000 $448,500
2023 $6,073 $778,500 $330,000 $448,500
2022 $4,521 $778,500 $330,000 $448,500
2021 $4,506 $759,600 $300,000 $459,600
2020 $4,296 $759,600 $300,000 $459,600
2019 $4,296 $759,600 $300,000 $459,600
2018 $4,296 $759,600 $300,000 $459,600
2017 $3,896 $759,600 $300,000 $459,600
2016 $3,896 $759,600 $300,000 $459,600
2015 $3,896 $759,600 $300,000 $459,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Outer Banks Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 110777

Outer Banks Association of REALTORS®

APN: 116B-000-0039-0000

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