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$349,900
747 Silver Springs Rd
Sunbury, North Carolina 27979
MLS# 10638139 · SUNBURY · Gates County NC
Updated 11 hours ago · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$2,101/mo
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Price / sq ft
$267
1,309 sq ft
Days on market
0
New listing
HOA
None
Year built
2004
22 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
1,309
Garage
Yes
Schools
- ElementaryT S Cooper Elementary—
- MiddleCentral Middle—
- HighGates County—
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About this home
OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY JUNE 7TH 2PM-4PM only!! Or call your Realtor for private showing anytime! Rare offering in Sunbury! This is a single-family residential home built in 2004. It sits on a spacious 3-acre cleared and partially wooded lot. The home features a conventional architectural design with high ceilings and an open floor plan. Combined Living room/dining area and large kitchen with a breakfast bar. Off the kitch…
Listed by Judy Farris · Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs.
VaHome Team property overview
A three-bedroom, three-bath home on Silver Springs Road in Sunbury, North Carolina — 1,309 square feet of comfortable living space built in 2004, set in the quiet, rural character of Gates County just minutes from the Chowan River corridor.
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Why this home stands out
What sets 747 Silver Springs Road apart is the combination of three full bathrooms in a compact footprint — a layout that gives everyone in the household genuine privacy without the overhead of a sprawling square footage. Built in 2004, the home sits on a rural Gates County parcel where the pace is slower, the neighbors are fewer, and the sky actually gets dark at night. That's a genuinely rare find in coastal Virginia and northeastern North Carolina.
About the Sunbury real estate market
Sunbury is a small community in Gates County, North Carolina — one of the quieter corners of the Albemarle region. Life here runs at a different speed than you'd find closer to the coast. The area is defined by farmland, timber tracts, and winding two-lane roads that eventually lead you to the Chowan River, which forms much of the county's eastern boundary. Gates County is one of North Carolina's least densely populated counties, which means 747 Silver Springs Road in Sunbury NC 27979 sits in a landscape that genuinely feels removed from suburban sprawl. That said, you're not isolated — Ahoskie and Murfreesboro are both reachable for everyday needs, and the Virginia state line is only a short drive north, opening up access to Suffolk, Chesapeake, and the broader Hampton Roads metro. It's the kind of address that appeals to people who want acreage-class quiet without giving up regional connectivity.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands pull you toward Ahoskie, roughly 20 miles south, where you'll find grocery options, pharmacies, and general retail. Murfreesboro, home to Chowan University's campus and a historic downtown, is in a similar range and worth the drive for dining and local character. The Chowan River and surrounding wetlands offer fishing, kayaking, and wildlife watching close to home. For larger shopping runs or medical appointments, the Suffolk and Chesapeake corridors in Virginia are accessible via US-13 north — typically under an hour — making this location more connected than its rural setting might suggest.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Staff J7 in Suffolk is roughly 44 minutes from Silver Springs Road — a commute that's workable, especially when you factor in what Gates County land and space deliver in return. Military families using a VA loan often find that the purchasing power stretches considerably further out here than in closer-in Hampton Roads zip codes, making a three-bath home on a rural parcel a realistic target rather than a stretch goal.
For first-time buyers
Three bedrooms, three full baths, and a 2004 build in a low-density county — 747 Silver Springs Road is the kind of property that gives first-time buyers genuine breathing room. Gates County's rural character means lower competition and a calmer buying environment than you'd face in suburban Hampton Roads or the Outer Banks fringe. If you've been priced out of busier markets, this address deserves a serious look.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 747 Silver Springs Road from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk?
The drive from Sunbury to Joint Staff J7 in Suffolk, Virginia runs approximately 44 minutes under normal conditions, heading north on US-13 through Gates County and into the Suffolk city limits.
What county is 747 Silver Springs Road in?
The property is located in Gates County, North Carolina — one of the state's smaller and more rural counties, situated in the northeastern corner of the state along the Virginia border.
Is 747 Silver Springs Road in a flood zone?
Gates County does include flood-prone areas near the Chowan River and its tributaries — check the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page for the specific flood zone designation assigned to this parcel.
What is the zip code for Sunbury, North Carolina?
Sunbury, North Carolina carries the zip code 27979, which serves this portion of Gates County.
Can a VA loan be used to purchase a home in Sunbury, NC?
Yes — VA loan eligibility is based on the borrower's service status, not the property's location, so eligible veterans and active-duty service members can use a VA loan to purchase a qualifying home in Sunbury just as they would anywhere else in the country.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this stretch of northeastern North Carolina well. Reach out to talk through what 747 Silver Springs Road could mean for your next chapter.
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
1,309
Stories
2
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Ceramic, Other
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$349,900
Price / Sq Ft
$267
Annual Taxes
$2,195
Monthly Tax
$183
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.63%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Jun 6, 2026 | $349,900 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $349,900 | — |
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Estimate your monthly payment
$2,101/moPrincipal & interest
$1,816
Property tax
$183
Home insurance
$102
PMI
None
HOA
None
Estimate only. Insurance assumed at 0.35% of home value annually. Actual taxes, insurance, and rate will vary by lender, credit, and property. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.
Listed by Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs. · MLS# 10638139
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$349,900
747 Silver Springs RD, SUNBURY NC 27979
Sunbury, North Carolina 27979
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