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$1,136,522$420 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $639,000 on Dec 21, 2017

1746 RIVER DR

MOREHEAD CITY, NC 28557
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,704 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.
0.81 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
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

$1.1M
$908K low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$639,000 · Dec 21, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,658 (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.$853,309 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$393,621
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$459,688
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$853,309
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$853,309

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.58
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
34
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.
62
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.72 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.Split Level
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.2002
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.81
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (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.Garage, Finished
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.Deck · 29 ft²Porch · 268 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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 · 1.2 mi
E
Morehead City Primary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 2.0 mi
H
West Carteret High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 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

1746 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 93% of homes in Morehead City 28557
  • Costs more per square foot than 88% of homes in Morehead City 28557
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Carteret County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Morehead City 28557
  • Older than 70% 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.

This home
$164K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 93% 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$1,136,522
CheaperTypical $445,275Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$420
CheaperTypical $249Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area2,704 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,730 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Lot size0.81 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 1746 River Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMorehead City 28557Carteret County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,136,52293% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$42088% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than2,704 ft²85% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.81 ac92% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than198037% of homes30% of homes

About 1746 River Dr

How much is 1746 River Dr, Morehead City, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1746 River Dr, Morehead City, NC is $1,136,522 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $908,106 to $1,364,938. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1746 River Dr, Morehead City, NC last sell?

1746 River Dr, Morehead City, NC last sold on Dec 21, 2017 for $639,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1746 River Dr, Morehead City, NC?

1746 River Dr, Morehead City, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,704 square feet of living space and a 0.81-acre lot.

When was 1746 River Dr, Morehead City, NC built?

1746 River Dr, Morehead City, NC was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1746 River Dr, Morehead City, NC?

1746 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 1746 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 93% of them ($1,136,522 against a typical $445,275), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($420 against a typical $249), it is bigger than 85% of them (2,704 ft² against a typical 1,730 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (0.81 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1980 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Carteret County, it is worth more than 90% 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 1746 River Dr, Morehead City, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1746 River Dr, Morehead City, NC was $2,658. The county assessed it at $853,309.

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