Townhouse at 93 Back Cove Circle 17a, Oriental, NC 28571
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$510,000

93 Back Cove Circle 17a, Oriental, NC 28571
Oriental, NC 28571
Listed by Cynthia Shockley · RIVER DUNES REALTY
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3
Living area
1,586 sqft
Year built
2020

About this home

Welcome to River Dunes - Where Coastal Living Meets Timeless Design Welcome to an exceptional opportunity in River Dunes--one of North Carolina's most sought-after coastal communities. This beautifully designed twin home blends classic architecture, refined finishes, and effortless indoor-outdoor living, ideally situated on Back Cove Circle, within walking distance of the Marina, Tennis Courts, Pavilion, & Harbor Village. Inside, an open-concept floor plan welcomes you with abundant natural light, elevated ceilings, and quality craftsmanship throughout. The spacious living area flows effortlessly into a well-appointed kitchen featuring premium appliances, custom cabinetry, and a large island perfect for entertaining family and friends. The first-floor primary suite serves as a true retreat, complete with a spa-inspired bath, generous closet space, and a private porch directly off the master bedroom--an ideal setting for quiet mornings, evening breezes, or a peaceful escape at the end of the day. Additional bedrooms provide comfortable accommodations for guests, a home office, or hobbies. The upper screened porch off the main living area extends your entertaining space outdoors, creating seamless indoor-outdoor living, with views of the wooded headwaters of Cedar Creek. A single-car garage offers convenience and storage for bikes, golf carts, and coastal gear. You'll appreciate the coat nook and laundry closet, conveniently located near the garage and first-floor bedrooms. River Dunes is a place for back-porch afternoons with neighbors, the peace of an early morning run through The Preserve and fellowship on the docks in the afternoon. Enjoy active amenities, quiet creeks, walkable neighborhoods, and outdoor living. Savor the luxurious accommodations and delicious coastal cuisine. Every detail was considered to capture the best of life on the coast in a stunning natural setting. The award-winning, 28-acre inland basin marina on the Intracoastal Waterway offers year-round boating with 126 slips, floating docks, dock attendants, a boat ramp, boat storage, fuel, and deep-water access for sailing, cruising, or trophy salt-water fishing, just down the river from Oriental, NC. The protected entrance channel opens into Broad Creek, a natural deep-water creek just off the ICW and Neuse River. At the heart of the community, the Harbor Village features The Harbor Club, a pool and hot tubs, two restaurants, a harborside pavilion, shopping, provisions, fitness, pickleball and tennis courts, a community garden, accommodations, bikes, kayaks, paddleboards, and the Design Center. Get outdoors and enjoy the Lakehouse, community firepits, oyster tables, stocked fly-fishing ponds, neighborhood docks, paddling trails, and a 238-acre Preserve with trails for walking, running, and exploring. Your next adventure is right around the corner at River Dunes. Harbor Club Membership which includes Clubhouse, Pool, Hot Tub & Fitness Center is available for an additional fee. POA has Brightspeed Fiber Internet; reqrd for homes: $60/mo for 500mbps.

Property details

MLS
Hive MLS
MLS #
100556699
Property type
Townhouse
Subdivision
River Dunes
Status
Active
Days on market
238
On market date
February 26, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
3
Garage spaces
1
Parking spaces
1
Lot size
0.98 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.

Elementary
Fred A Anderson Elementary
10.99 mi away · Grades 4-5
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.3
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
149
Student:teacher ratio
13.5:1
District
Pamlico County Schools
Middle
Pamlico County Middle
10.08 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.0
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
289
Student:teacher ratio
15.2:1
District
Pamlico County Schools
High
Pamlico County High
11.07 mi away · Grades 9-12
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
4.3
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: B (2025)
Enrollment
450
Student:teacher ratio
11.8:1
District
Pamlico County Schools

Walkability

Blended score for Oriental's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

13
Very car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
4.2 / 20 -- Least walkable
Google Places amenity density
0 / 100
Restaurants & cafes0
Grocery stores0
Parks0
Schools0
Transit stops0
Pharmacies0

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Oriental, from live MLS data.

On the market 238 days -- 18 fewer days than Oriental's current average of 256 days.
For reference, the median list price across 241 active listings in Oriental right now is $115,000.

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Est. monthly payment
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$102,000 down
$408,000 loan
Principal & interest$2,646
Property tax (est.)$425
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Hive MLS via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated August 19, 2026.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.