Blended score for ZIP 28556'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).

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

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

7.24 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

6.28 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

7.26 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

Current Weather

Live conditions in Merritt, from New Bern, Craven County Regional Airport.

45°F

Fog/Mist

Cities near 28556

Merritt · all of Merritt Oriental · 6.3 mi Havelock · 18.8 mi Beaufort · 23.4 mi New Bern · 23.7 mi Belhaven · 25.3 mi Morehead City · 28 mi

ZIP codes near 28556

28515 (Bayboro) · 4.7 mi 28587 (Vandemere) · 4.7 mi 28571 (Oriental) · 6.3 mi 28529 (Grantsboro) · 11.9 mi 27806 (Aurora) · 13.7 mi 28510 (Minnesott Beach) · 13.9 mi 28532 (Havelock) · 18.8 mi 28560 (New Bern) · 21.6 mi

ZIP 28556 real estate FAQ

How many homes are for sale in ZIP 28556 right now?+

There are currently 46 active listings in ZIP 28556, North Carolina, pulled directly from the MLS.

What is the median home price in ZIP 28556?+

The median list price for active listings in ZIP 28556 is $172,500. Homes are spending an average of 231 days on market.

Is ZIP 28556's housing market up or down this year?+

Median closed-sale prices in ZIP 28556 have risen 120.0% year over year, based on trailing 12-month MLS sales.

What are the most popular neighborhoods in ZIP 28556?+

Based on current active listings, the neighborhoods with the most homes for sale in ZIP 28556 are Not In Subdivision, Masons Pointe, Paradise Shores.

What schools serve ZIP 28556?+

The closest public schools to ZIP 28556's center are Fred A Anderson Elementary, Pamlico County Middle, Pamlico County High. See the schools section above for grade levels and district details.

Is ZIP 28556 walkable?+

ZIP 28556's center has a walkability score of 13 out of 100, blending EPA's National Walkability Index with nearby-amenity density.

Listing data provided by Hive MLS via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last sample-row update: 17 days ago. Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Equal Housing Opportunity.