Welcome to Tropical Winds, where island living meets comfort and convenience! This fully furnished top-floor condo offers stunning ocean views and a rare 793 sq ft, 1-bedroom / 2 full-bath layout. Located on a quiet, one-way street just steps from beach access, you can enjoy the sound of the waves and the ocean breeze every day. Inside, you'll find updated stainless steel appliances, refreshed bathroom vanities and fixtures, and tasteful coastal décor. A large ground-floor storage unit for all your beach gear. This property is perfect as a primary residence, beach getaway, or income-producing short or medium-term rental. The current owners have had great success renting it out. Tropical Winds is known for its well-maintained amenities, including a pool, and HOA covers flood and master insurance, pest control, termite bond, trash, water, and basic cable & internet. HVAC replaced in 2025 for peace of mind. Enjoy easy access to island restaurants, shops, and attractions, plus Carolina Beach Lake and the iconic Boardwalk—all just minutes away. Whether you're looking for a turn-key rental or your own coastal retreat, this condo checks all the boxes.
For sale
$399,000
1004 S Carolina Beach Avenue Unit C5, Carolina Beach, NC 28428
1beds
793sqft
Est.:
Condominium
Built in 1985
-- sqft lot
$386,700 Zestimate®
$503/sqft
$509/mo HOA
What's special
- 11 days
- on Zillow |
- 363 |
- 34 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 16, 2025 at 11:40pm
Listed by:
Chris J Santucci 910-515-5585,
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage-CB,
Keller & Santucci Real Estate Team 910-264-5588
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100524333

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 13.00
Dining room
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 9.00 x 11.00
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 72
- Dimensions: 8.00 x 9.00
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 187
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 17.00
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Carpet
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 793
- Total interior livable area: 793 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Site, Paved
Features
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 3rd Floor Unit
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch, Screened
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
- Waterfront features: Second Row
Details
- Parcel number: R09014002014019
- Zoning: T-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Municipal Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Tropical Winds
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Flood Insurance, Maint - Comm Areas, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure, Master Insure, Pest Control, Trash, Water
- HOA fee: $6,108 annually
- HOA name: Tropical Winds Homeowners Association
- HOA phone: 201-705-7814
Location
- Region: Carolina Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $503/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $392,200
- Annual tax amount: $1,755
- Date on market: 8/14/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
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