$728,500

127 Sand Castle Dr Emerald Isle, NC 28594

Estimated payment $4,093/month

Total Views 1,024
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,288 Sq Ft
$566 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Very Popular Property
  • Ocean Side of Freeway
  • Wooded Lot
  • White Oak Elementary School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom

About This Home

Welcome to this charming oceanside, middle row, beach cottage. With an inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath middle row layout, that's perfectly situated just a short stroll from the beach access, this home blends coastal charm with comfort, an updated kitchen with solid surface counter tops and stainless steel appliances, hard-surface flooring throughout, and plenty of indoor & outdoor spaces to enjoy. Relax and unwind on the screened porch, wraparound decks, or private balcony, all designed to bring in ocean breezes and island nature. The ground level provides covered parking for two cars, plus additional space ideal for a golf cart, ping-pong, cornhole, grilling, and outdoor fun. After a day on the pristine Emerald Isle beach, rinse off in the planned enclosed outdoor shower. This well-loved home is perfect for a full-time residence, vacation getaway, or investment opportunity. You will love the way this island home captures the true relaxed coastal lifestyle of Emerald Isle.

Listing Agent

Donald Whiteside

Emerald Isle Realty License #172902 Listed on: 08/30/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,842

Year Built

  • Built in 1984

Lot Details

  • 0.29 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 81 x 155 x 81 x 155
  • Interior Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned R2

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Piling Construction
  • Stick Built Home

Interior Spaces

  • 1,288 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Blinds
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Driveway
  • Paved Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Shower
  • Ocean Side of Freeway
  • Deck
  • Screened Patio
  • Porch

Schools

  • White Oak Elementary School
  • Broad Creek Middle School
  • Croatan High School

Utilities

  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Sea Dunes Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot L24
  • Assessor Parcel Number 538309155760000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,842

Year Built

Built in 1984

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Cobra Zone: No
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Construction Type: Stick Built
  • New Construction: No
  • Stories: 2.0
  • Stories Levels: Two
  • Year Built: 1984
  • Trash Collection: City Pick-UP
  • Horses Y N: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Dining Room Type: Combination
  • Fireplace: 1
  • Flooring: LVT/LVP
  • Heated Sq Ft: 1200 - 1399
  • Interior Amenities: Blinds/Shades, Solid Surface, Walk-in Shower, Master Downstairs, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Closet
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 565.61
  • Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Number Rooms: 6
  • Sq Ft Heated: 1288.00
  • Total Heated Primary Separate Sq Ft: 1288.00

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Outdoor Shower
  • Exterior Finish: Wood Siding
  • Fencing: None
  • Foundation: Pilings, Slab
  • On Site Pool Spa: None
  • Porch Balcony Deck: Deck, Open, Screened, Porch
  • Road Type Frontage: Maintained, Public (City/Cty/St), Paved
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront: No
  • Waterview: No

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Driveway: Concrete, Paved

Utilities

  • Appliances Equipment: Built-In Microwave, Washer, Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher
  • Cooling System: Heat Pump
  • Federal Flood Ins Avlbl: Yes
  • Heating System: Heat Pump
  • Service Providers Electric Provider: Carteret-Craven EMC
  • Service Providers Water Provider: Bogue Banks Water Corp
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Water Connected
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • HeatingSystemFuelSource: Electric

Association/Amenities

  • HOA: No

Lot Info

  • Deed Page: 415.00
  • Lot Acres: 0.29
  • Lot Description: Interior Lot, Wooded
  • Lot Dimensions: 81 x 155 x 81 x 155
  • Lot Number: L24
  • Lot Sq Ft: 12807.00
  • Lot Water Features: Ocean Side
  • Plat Book: 16
  • Plat Page: 013
  • Zoning: R2

Tax Info

  • Tax Identifier: 538309155760000
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: White Oak Elementary
  • High School: Croatan
  • Middle School: Broad Creek

Map

Range of Values:

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Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $1,842 $285,940 $181,116 $104,824
2023 $1,754 $285,940 $181,116 $104,824
2022 $1,705 $285,940 $181,116 $104,824
2021 $1,667 $285,940 $181,116 $104,824
2020 $1,657 $285,940 $181,116 $104,824
2019 $844 $267,414 $151,684 $115,730
2017 $844 $267,414 $151,684 $115,730
2016 $844 $267,414 $151,684 $115,730
2015 $817 $267,414 $151,684 $115,730
2014 $963 $315,865 $180,646 $135,219
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/30/2025 08/30/25 For Sale $728,500 -- $566 / Sq Ft
Source: Hive MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- Mcguire Wood & Bissette Pa
Special Warranty Deed -- Thomas C Grella Mcguire Wood &
Special Warranty Deed -- Thomas C Grella Mcguire Wood &
Special Warranty Deed -- Thomas C Grella Mcguire Wood &
Special Warranty Deed -- Thomas C Grella Mcguire Wood &
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Deed $225,000 --
Source: Public Records

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Source: Hive MLS

MLS Number: 100528210

Hive MLS

APN: 5383.09.15.5760000