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637 Avoca Farm Road
Merry Hill, NC 27957 · Bertie County
$825,000
- Waterfront Property
- 4.48 Acre Lot
- Historic Built 1787
- 2-Car Garage
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About This Home
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Elmwood on Salmon Creek was built circa 1787 and expanded circa 1810. It is a rare regional example of a 7-bay historic home combining Georgian, Federal and Greek Revival styles, with original Georgian woodwork, a double dog-leg stair and an arched stair bridge. The 3,875 sf home sits on 4.48 acres shaded by mature trees, with a large, private yacht dock and a separate boat launch with 2 smaller piers. It offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 4 gas fireplaces, historic hardwood floors and period trim work. The kitchen features soapstone counters, new appliances, a GE Monogram gas range and a pot filler. The primary bath has a claw-foot tub, large walk-in shower and gas fireplace. Covered front porch, 2 screened porches, patios. Updates: a resealed metal roof, reglazed windows, new upstairs heat pump and a new septic tank and lines. A detached 2-car garage with a hobby room above (mini split), 3 outbuildings (2 historic) and a large gazebo.
Property Details
Land & Farm
Location
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- Hospital ERECU Health Bertie HospitalWindsor (directions from this home, opens in a new tab)
- GroceryFood LionWindsor (directions from this home, opens in a new tab)
- Walmart / TargetWalmart SupercenterWilliamston (directions from this home, opens in a new tab)
- BeachNags Head / Outer BanksNags Head (directions from this home, opens in a new tab)
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Coastal county Building, additions and shoreline work here can need a CAMA permit and setbacks. Check the flood zone, an elevation certificate and an insurance quote before you make an offer. Flood risk in Bertie County, stated plainly →
Interior & Exterior
Interior Features
Exterior Features
Schools
Assignments as entered by the listing agent; confirm with the school district. Each school's results: NC School Report Cards.
Tax & Assessment
Monthly Costs
$5,222/mo estimated
Includes principal and interest, property tax and homeowners insurance, with 20% down at 7.24% for 30 years.
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- Principal and interest
- $4,498
- Tax bill per MLS (2025)
- $483
- Homeowners insurance (estimate)
- $241
- PMI (under 20% down)
- $0
- Estimated monthly
- $5,222
Tax is the bill the listing agent entered on the MLS; a sale can change the assessment. Flood insurance is not included; get a quote for this address. An estimate, not a loan offer.
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MLS# 100615187 · HIVE MLS via SourceRE · Last updated: November 7, 2026 at 2:15 PM UTC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. © 2026 Horizon Realty Group.
