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$769,900
Property Description
Newer construction 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home situated on a spacious lot within the Croatan High School district. Designed with an open floor plan and LVP flooring throughout the living areas and bedrooms, this home offers both style and functionality. A covered front porch welcomes you inside to a dining area featuring a butler's pantry connecting to the kitchen, along with a separate walk-in pantry for added storage. The gourmet kitchen is beautifully appointed with stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, white quartz countertops, tile backsplash, and an oversized island with bar seating that flows seamlessly into the breakfast area. The living room includes a gas fireplace and direct access to the screened porch, creating the perfect indoor-outdoor living experience and a powder room completes the first floor. Upstairs, you'll find all four bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with a private ensuite bath featuring dual vanities, a tile shower, and a walk-in closet with custom shelving and drawers. A guest bedroom features a Murphey bed with ensuite bath. The other two bedrooms share a hall bath. The laundry room is also conveniently located on the second floor. Outside boasts gorgeous landscaping & lighting, a spacious patio and rear yard and additional concrete parking area provide an ideal setting for entertaining or relaxing. Located in Cape Carteret, this property offers a central location convenient to schools, shopping, dining, and nearby military bases. Enjoy quick access to Emerald Isle and its beautiful public beaches. An ideal place to call home, offering both everyday convenience and easy access to the coast's best attractions.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 542 Deer Creek Dr
General
- Price: $769,900
- Taxes: (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2253
- MLS ID: 100556315
- Updated: 5/13/2026
- Added to Site: 78 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 9
- Interior Features: Walk-in Closet(s), Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades, Eat-in Kitchen, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances: Electric Oven, Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: LVT/LVP, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Primary Bedroom: Non Primary Living Area
Other Rooms
- Eat-in kitchen: Yes
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio, Porch, Screened
Parking
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Faces Side, Concrete, Paved
Location
- County: Carteret
- Subdivision: Deer Creek
- Driving Directions: Hwy 24E, turn right onto Yaupon Dr. Then left onto Deer Creek Dr. Property will be on the left.
School Information
- Elementary School: White Oak Elementary
- Middle School: Broad Creek
- High School: Croatan
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Heat Pump
- Heating Type: Heat Pump, Electric, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Community Water
- Utility Description: Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Wood Frame, Stick Built
- Construction: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof: Shingle
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Square Feet: 2,692
- Year Built: 2023
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.48
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 20,909
- Lot Dimensions: see plat map in documents
- Frontage: Maintained, City Street, State Road, Paved, Paved
- Lot Features: Landscaped
- Zoning: R20
- Fencing (Description): None
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $286
- Assessment Amount: $651,719
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Legal Description: Lot 3, Section 1, Deer Creek Subdivision
- Property ID: 538410361657000
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Schools
Schools serving 542 Deer Creek Dr
School District:Carteret County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
White Oak Elementary, Cape Carteret, NC 555 West B McLean Drive, Cape Carteret, NC 28584 | PK-5 | 0.5 mi |
Broad Creek Middle School 2382 North Carolina 24, Newport, NC 28570 | 6-8 | 8.9 mi |
Croatan High School 1 Cougar Lane, Newport, NC 28570 | 9-12 | 6.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 542 Deer Creek Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/24/2026
Listed
$769,900
11.42%
MLS
5/25/2023
Sold
$691,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 542 Deer Creek Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,128
22%
$651,719
79%
2024
$2,572
371%
$363,871
335%
2022
$546
—
$83,625
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2020
$546
3%
$83,625
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2018
$529
—
$83,625
—
2019
$529
10%
$83,625
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2016
$483
11%
$83,625
—
2015
$437
53%
$83,625
5%
2013
$286
—
$79,425
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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542 Deer Creek Drive, Cape Carteret, NC 28584 (MLS# 100556315) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 542 Deer Creek Drive is currently listed for $769,900 and was received on February 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 542 Deer Creek Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Cape Carteret? You can browse all Cape Carteret real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.