Imagine waking up to the sound of the waves, sipping coffee on a screened-in deck with panoramic ocean views, and ending your day with a dip in your own private saltwater pool under the stars. At 1045 Whalehead Drive, that dream becomes your everyday escape.
Perfectly positioned just one lot from the beach walkway in the sought-after Whalehead Club, this beautifully refreshed 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home blends fun, function, and coastal elegance. Whether you're searching for a high-performing rental property or your personal Outer Banks getaway, this one checks every box.
From the moment you arrive, you'll notice the new, fortified roof, six new sliders that frame the home in durability and style, and the partially updated decks. Inside, a light-filled reverse floor plan opens to a welcoming great room and kitchen—complete with newer appliances and access to the screened dining deck, where alfresco meals come with ocean breezes and seagull serenades. Check out the list of recents upgrades and replacements
Outside, the magic continues—spend lazy afternoons around the saltwater pool, soak your cares away in the hot tub, or curl up with a beach read in the shaded outdoor lounge. After sunset, gather with friends or family for games, laughter, and the sound of the surf just beyond the dunes.
Whether you're hosting vacationers or creating your own slice of seaside paradise, this home offers unbeatable proximity to the beach, fresh modern upgrades, and that laid-back Corolla lifestyle we all crave.
Let your coastal chapter begin here.
Sold for $1,049,000 on 07/17/25
$1,049,000
1045 Whalehead Dr LOT 27, Corolla, NC 27927
5beds
2,559sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1993
0.92 Acres Lot
$1,049,000 Zestimate®
$410/sqft
$4,898 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 17, 2025 at 01:24pm
Listed by:
The Spencer Team,
Keller Williams - Outer Banks
Bought with:
Keller Williams - Outer Banks
Source: OBAR,MLS#: 129438

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Pantry, Entrance Foyer
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,559
- Total interior livable area: 2,559 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Paved, Underground
- Has carport: Yes
- Details: Garage: Carport
Features
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Outdoor Pool, In Ground, Fiberglass, Salt Water, Private
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
- Waterfront features: 2 - lots from oceanfront (3rd row
Lot
- Size: 0.92 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 200 x 100 x 200
- Features: Level
Details
- Zoning: SFO
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Coastal
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier, Slab
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1993
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Corolla
- Subdivision: Whalehead Club
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Owned More than 12 Months
- Road surface type: Paved
Services availability
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