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Emerald Isle, NC Homes for Rent

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    $2,500 per month

    • 7 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 3,194 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    5204 Ocean Dr, Emerald Isle, NC 28594

    Wonderful house to spend the Autumn, Winter & early Spring in until the Owner's Use it for the Summer Rental Season. This home is a perfect place to have the Thanksgiving and Christmas Holidays in, 4 bedrooms upstairs and 3 bedrooms downstairs, 2 kitchens (1 full) (1 partial) 1 game room with lots of games, puzzles, etc and a ping pong table on the first floor. A wonderful covered porch on the

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    Gail Knapp

    Knapp Properties LLC

    (472) 241-0473

    5204 Ocean Dr, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
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    $2,600 per month

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,603 Sq Ft
    • Townhouse for Rent

    10035 Seabreeze Dr, Emerald Isle, NC 28594

    Property Id: 2093811Welcome to this charming 3 bed, 3 bath townhouse in Emerald Isle! Available from 11/8/25 through 3/31/26. Built in 1984, this fully furnished property boasts modern amenities including dishwasher, washer/dryer, and central heat pump. Master bedroom has a king size bed and is on primary level. The two bedrooms upstairs have a queen in one and two twin beds in the other.

    10035 Seabreeze Dr, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
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    $3,700 per month

    • 4 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,989 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    5901 Mclean St, Emerald Isle, NC 28594

    Come tour this wonderful Emerald Isle home, complete with 4 bedrooms, a home office, a huge two port garage with full bathroom, an amazing kitchen, and beautiful hardwood flooring on both levels. This island home is one to see in person, schedule your tour today!

    5901 Mclean St, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
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    $2,500 per month

    • 5 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,340 Sq Ft
    • Townhouse for Rent

    5207 Emerald Dr, Emerald Isle, NC 28594

    Property Id: 2093759Luxurious 5 bed, 4 bath townhouse in Emerald Isle. Available for monthly rental starting 9/2/2025 through April. Pet-friendly with modern amenities, central heat/air, and off-street parking. Near parks, on-site laundry. Master bedroom with king bed and bath with garden tub. Two other bedrooms with queen beds and other 2 bedrooms with 2 twin beds in each. Don't miss

    5207 Emerald Dr, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
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    $2,750 per month

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • House for Rent

    3602 Emerald Dr, Emerald Isle, NC 28594

    Welcome to 3602 Emerald Drive.. a charming 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom sound-front home available for annual rental. Enjoy stunning water views and coastal living with features including an outdoor shower, water softener system, and spacious interiors. Pets are negotiable with a fee (no cats), and no smoking is permitted. This is an opportunity for year-round coastal living in a beautiful sound-front

    John Parker CENTURY 21 Coastland Realty

    3602 Emerald Dr, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
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    $5,000 per month

    • 3 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 3,030 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    7308 Canal Dr, Emerald Isle, NC 28594

    Cozy home located in Emerald Isle NC. 3bedroom, 3.5-bathroom residence is nestled on 1.19 acres along Archers Creek. The property boasts a welcoming living space and direct creek access for canoeing and kayaking. A recently updated back deck provides a perfect setting for relaxation and entertainment. More than a house, it's a retreat for savoring life on the Isle. The ground level features an

    Tina Brannen Thurlow and Bute Real Estate

    7308 Canal Dr, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
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    $2,500 per month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • Condo for Rent

    9201 Coast Guard Rd Unit D 308, Emerald Isle, NC 28594

    Oceanfront, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo at Pebble Beach in Emerald Isle. Decks off living room, primary & guest bedrooms. BEAUTIFUL ocean views. NO SMOKING. NO PETS. UTILITES INCLUDED (electric cap of $125). Available 11/1/25 - 5/1/26

    John Parker CENTURY 21 Coastland Realty

    9201 Coast Guard Rd Unit D 308, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
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    $1,950 per month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • Apartment for Rent

    203 W Landing Dr, Emerald Isle, NC 28594

    Great duplex in Emerald Isle. 3 bedroom. 2 bath. Open floor plan. Garage. Minutes to shopping, restaurants, pubs, coffee shops, beach and sound. Pets negotiable with annual pet fee, pet deposit. No smoking permitted on the premises. Available November 15th. 203 W. Landing Drive East. $2,000/month. Updated photos COMING SOON!

    Jessica Weimer Emerald Isle Realty

    203 W Landing Dr, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
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    $2,500 per month

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • Apartment for Rent

    207 Aberlady Bay Unit Up, Emerald Isle, NC 28594

    Duplex, upstairs only. 2 bedroom. 2 bath. Q * D Double w/S trundle. Open, airy and private. Located in exclusive Spinnaker's Reach. Close to community pool and private neighborhood beach access. All utilities included ($150 electric cap). Cable TVs, DVD player, wireless Internet access. Covered deck with porch furniture, enclosed hot/cold outside showers. Golf cart is not available for guest use.

    Jessica Weimer Emerald Isle Realty

    207 Aberlady Bay Unit Up, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
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    $2,950 per month

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • Condo for Rent

    8632 Sound Dr Unit A3, Emerald Isle, NC 28594

    A rare opportunity awaits at this waterfront home available as an annual lease in Emerald Isle! An immaculately maintained 2 bedroom / 2 full bath coastal condo that offers panoramic views of the sound and all the high-end finishes and details you have been looking for! Step inside to find a bright and airy open concept living space, featuring walls of windows that flood the room with natural

    Danielle Rose Big Rock Real Estate & Property Management

    8632 Sound Dr Unit A3, Emerald Isle, NC 28594

Why Live in Emerald Isle

Emerald Isle, located between North Carolina's Bogue Sound and the Atlantic Ocean, is a coastal town known for its soft white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters. With a population of nearly 4,000 year-round residents, it transforms into a bustling tourist destination during the summer months. The town features over 75 public beach access points and the largest public boating facility on North Carolina's coast, making outdoor recreation a central part of daily life. Emerald Isle is accessible via the Atlantic Beach Bridge and the Emerald Isle Causeway, with Emerald Drive serving as the main commercial corridor. Housing styles range from modest cottages and mobile homes to luxurious waterfront estates, with a mix of full-time residences, vacation homes, and investment properties. The town boasts a lower crime risk compared to the national average. Local students attend highly rated schools such as White Oak Elementary School, Broad Creek Middle School, and Croatan High School. Emerald Isle offers a variety of things to do, including events like the EmeraldFest Concert Series, the St. Patrick's Day parade, and the Emerald Isle Youth Fishing Derby. Dining options include Fish Hut Grill and Surf’s Up, with live music and casual eateries that match the town's laid-back atmosphere. The island features grocers, hardware stores, salons, and beach shops, with larger retailers available in nearby Morehead City, Swansboro, and Jacksonville. Residents should be aware of coastal living concerns such as tropical storms and hurricanes, with the town maintaining strong efforts to protect the dunes and implementing strict building permits and evacuation plans.

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