$1,575,000

1042 Lighthouse Dr Unit Lot 23 Corolla, NC 27927

Corolla Area

Estimated payment $9,297/month

6 Beds
5.5 Baths
3,869 Sq Ft
$407 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Community Beach Access
  • Ocean View
  • Second Refrigerator
  • Knotts Island Elementary School Rated 9+
  • Pool
  • Coastal Architecture

About This Home

Welcome to Starboard, a beautifully renovated semi-oceanfront retreat in Corolla's coveted Whalehead Beach community- just three lots to the ocean access and our world-renowned Outer Banks beaches. A reverse floor plan and floor-to-ceiling windows fill the great room natural light and ocean views, while vaulted ceilings and a rooftop deck make the most of the coastal vistas, sunrises, and sunsets.
The kitchen was completely reimagined in 2024 with new cabinetry, quartz countertops, and premium Bosch and KitchenAid appliances- an entertainer's dream. The sleek kitchen is open to the great room and dining, so the chef is always part of the gathering, whether it's a casual summer breakfast or delightful dinner party. Enjoy the highest vantage point inside the property in the cozy Ships Watch; imagine coffee accompanied by an oceanside sunrise. The primary suite and its ensuite bath were taken down to the studs and refreshed with a teak vanity, quartz, and a glass walk-in shower. Both the mid-level king and queen baths were fully renovated to match. A brand-new wet bar with granite countertops in the lower-level den, a new 2025 upper level HVAC, fresh exterior paint, and newer roof round out the major updates. A fully detailed list of ALL the updates and renovations are shared in the documents section.
With 6 bedrooms and 5.5 baths, a spacious ground-level den, and three full levels of decking plus a screened porch, Starboard is designed for elevated coastal living. Take the party outside for sunset dinners on the deck, salt-air lounging, or a nightcap on the rooftop deck under the stars. Spend afternoons by the private pool and hot tub after a sun-filled day at the beach and gather at the picnic table under the gazebo. Ocean breezes and coastal views at every turn, from the rooftop deck down to the convenient beach access.
Starboard is also built for income. Even with the current owners blocking personal-use time and in-season bookings only, two rental companies project $165,000 in annual gross rental income.
Just a short bike ride or drive to Historic Corolla Park and Corolla's shops and dining, this coastal retreat strikes the perfect balance of luxury, prime location, thoughtful layout, and rental potential — the perfect place to start making your own OBX memories. Schedule your private showing today.

Listing Agent

Sarah Spencer

Keller Williams Outer Banks KDH Brokerage Phone: 252-261-7881 License #See Brokers Notes Listed on: 08/21/2026

Keller Williams Outer Banks KDH

Co-Listing Agent

Sarah Spencer

Keller Williams Outer Banks KDH Brokerage Phone: 252-261-7881 License #185795

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,886

Year Built

  • Built in 1997

Lot Details

  • Property is zoned SFO

Home Design

  • Coastal Architecture
  • Reverse Style Home
  • Frame Construction
  • Piling Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 3,869 Sq Ft Home
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Ocean Views

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Second Refrigerator
  • Ice Maker
  • Bosch Dishwasher
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Municipal Utilities District Water
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

Overview

  • Whalehead Club Subdivision

Recreation

  • Community Beach Access

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,886

Year Built

Built in 1997

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Headline: UPDATED Semi-Oceanfront. This is the one!
  • Zoning: SFO
  • PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
  • PropertyType: Residential
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • View Type:Pond View: Ocean
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 009410
  • Attribution Contact: Team: 252-261-7881
  • Ownership: Owned More than 12 Months
  • MLS Status: (10) Active - Active
  • Subdivision Name: Whalehead Club
  • Architectural Style: Reverse Floor Plan, Coastal
  • ResoRoomType: Foyer, Shipswatch
  • Pool_Type: Private
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator w/Ice Maker, Washer, 2nd Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 6

Exterior Features

  • Pool: Yes
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Pool Features: Private
  • Waterfront Features: Semi-Oceanfront (2nd row)
  • Construction Type: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Piling

Utilities

  • Heating: Central, Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Municipal

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Ocean Access

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1997

Tax Info

  • Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7886.0

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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/21/2026 08/21/26 For Sale $1,575,000 -- $407 / Sq Ft
Source: Outer Banks Association of REALTORS®

Source: Outer Banks Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 133823

Outer Banks Association of REALTORS®
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