$2,299,000
$101K PRICE DROP

838 Lighthouse Dr Unit 21 Corolla, NC 27927

Corolla Neighborhood

Estimated payment $13,558/month

9 Beds
10 Baths
5,505 Sq Ft
$418 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Second Refrigerator
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Coastal Architecture
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

Back on the market, $100k price drop! Welcome to “Sunlight,” your dream coastal retreat in the popular Whalehead Community of Corolla with over $200k on the books for 2024. This remarkable semi-oceanfront property boasts an incredible 9 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms, making it the perfect haven for large families and groups seeking the ultimate Outer Banks experience. As you approach this stunning home, you will immediately notice the tasteful upgrades that enhance its curb appeal and functionality. The recently installed new decking on the top deck offers panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, allowing you to savor breathtaking sunrises and unwind with the soothing sound of the waves. The northeast side of the home originally had stone siding that was removed and was recently replaced with LP Smart Siding. Set up as a reverse floor plan, on the top level of the home, you will find a great room, with high ceilings and many ocean-facing windows to allow natural light to fill the space. The large kitchen comes equipped with a new cooktop and granite countertops. There is one bedroom on the top level that has new flooring with access to the wrap-around decks. The middle level also has all-new flooring throughout the 5 bedrooms. The ground level comes equipped with a rec room and the remaining three bedrooms. This area flows out seamlessly to the pool area. The pool area is surrounded by 3 levels of decking with a tiki bar on the bottom and a hot tub in the middle. Schedule your showing today and enjoy walking into a summer full of rental income.

Listing Agent

Matt Preston

Twiddy and Company - Corolla Brokerage Phone: 252-207-6143 License #288634

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,018

Year Built

  • Built in 2004

Lot Details

  • 0.46 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned SFO

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 5,505 Sq Ft Home
  • Wet Bar
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ocean Views

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Microwave
  • Second Refrigerator
  • Ice Maker
  • Second Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 9 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Fiberglass Pool
  • Outdoor Pool

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • Built by O'Brien
  • Whalehead Club Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,018

Year Built

Built in 2004

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Headline: Rental Producer/Tons of Update
  • Zoning: SFO
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.46
  • View Type:Pond View: Ocean
  • Attribution Contact: C: 252-207-6143
  • Ownership: Owned More than 12 Months
  • MLS Status: (10) Active - Active
  • Subdivision Name: Whalehead Club
  • Architectural Style: Reverse Floor Plan, Coastal
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Countertop Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator w/Ice Maker, Wall Oven, Washer, 2nd Dishwasher, 2nd Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Beamed Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar
  • Full Bathrooms: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 9
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood

Exterior Features

  • Pool: Yes
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Pool Features: In Ground, Fiberglass, Heated, Private
  • Waterfront Features: Semi-Oceanfront (2nd row)
  • Builder Name: O'Brien
  • Construction Type: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Piling
  • Exterior: Shakes,Cement Fiber Board

Utilities

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 20000.0

Building Info

  • Year Built: 2004

Tax Info

  • Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 9017.83

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 $10,386 $1,178,200 $400,000 $778,200
2023 $10,386 $1,129,100 $400,000 $729,100
2022 $8,221 $1,129,100 $400,000 $729,100
2021 $8,238 $1,056,400 $330,000 $726,400
2020 $7,815 $1,056,400 $330,000 $726,400
2019 $7,815 $1,056,400 $330,000 $726,400
2018 $7,820 $1,056,400 $330,000 $726,400
2017 $7,282 $1,056,400 $330,000 $726,400
2016 $7,322 $1,056,400 $330,000 $726,400
2015 $7,347 $1,056,400 $330,000 $726,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/01/2025 05/01/25 For Sale $2,299,000 0.0% $418 / Sq Ft
04/28/2025 04/28/25 Off Market $2,299,000 -- --
04/10/2025 04/10/25 For Sale $2,299,000 0.0% $418 / Sq Ft
04/07/2025 04/07/25 Off Market $2,299,000 -- --
03/10/2025 03/10/25 For Sale $2,299,000 0.0% $418 / Sq Ft
03/08/2025 03/08/25 Off Market $2,299,000 -- --
09/18/2024 09/18/24 For Sale $2,299,000 0.0% $418 / Sq Ft
09/18/2024 09/18/24 Price Changed $2,299,000 -4.2% $418 / Sq Ft
07/31/2024 07/31/24 Off Market $2,400,000 -- --
03/25/2024 03/25/24 For Sale $2,400,000 -- $436 / Sq Ft
Source: Outer Banks Association of REALTORS®

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,858,000 --
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $1,300,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,300,600 New Conventional
Previous Owner $300,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $417,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $433,963 Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: Outer Banks Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 125110

Outer Banks Association of REALTORS®

APN: 115A-000-0021-0013