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$693,153$177 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 80How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $500,000 on Nov 20, 2020

1714 RIVER DR

MOREHEAD CITY, NC 28557
4
Beds
5
Baths
3,922 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1.68 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1957
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$693K
$555K low$831K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$500,000 · Nov 20, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,047 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$982,963 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$393,662
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$589,301
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$982,963
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$982,963

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.57
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
30
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
63
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.98 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.100%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Contemporary
CountyCarteret
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1999
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.68
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Brick (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 616 ft²Boat access

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Morehead City Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
E
Morehead City Primary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 2.4 mi
H
West Carteret High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi

District: Carteret County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28557These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.94
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.34

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.15,778
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.636 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,040
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,978
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.60 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

1714 River Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 82% of homes in Morehead City 28557
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Morehead City 28557
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Carteret County
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Morehead City 28557
  • Older than 90% of homes in Carteret County

What homes are worth in Morehead City 28557

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$173K$2M

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Morehead City 28557.

How it measures up in Morehead City 28557

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Morehead City 28557.

Estimated value$693,153
CheaperTypical $444,500Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$177
CheaperTypical $250Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area3,922 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,744 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size1.68 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1957
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 1714 River Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMorehead City 28557Carteret County
Estimated valuepricier than$693,15382% of homes73% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17710% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than3,922 ft²96% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.68 ac97% of homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than195717% of homes10% of homes

About 1714 River Dr

How much is 1714 River Dr, Morehead City, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1714 River Dr, Morehead City, NC is $693,153 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $554,915 to $831,391. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1714 River Dr, Morehead City, NC last sell?

1714 River Dr, Morehead City, NC last sold on Nov 20, 2020 for $500,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1714 River Dr, Morehead City, NC?

1714 River Dr, Morehead City, NC has 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 3,922 square feet of living space and a 1.68-acre lot.

When was 1714 River Dr, Morehead City, NC built?

1714 River Dr, Morehead City, NC was built in 1957, making it 69 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1714 River Dr, Morehead City, NC?

1714 River Dr, Morehead City, NC is assigned to Morehead City Middle School (middle), rated A-; Morehead City Primary School (elementary), rated A-; West Carteret High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Carteret County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1714 River Dr, Morehead City, NC compare to other homes in Morehead City 28557?

Among the 7,146 homes in Morehead City 28557, it is worth more than 82% of them ($693,153 against a typical $444,500), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($177 against a typical $250), it is bigger than 96% of them (3,922 ft² against a typical 1,744 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (1.68 ac against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1957 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Carteret County, it is worth more than 73% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1714 River Dr, Morehead City, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1714 River Dr, Morehead City, NC was $3,047. The county assessed it at $982,963.

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