Charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath cottage situated on approximately 0.50 acres, ideally located just 15 minutes from the Outer Banks beaches. Built in 1947, this home showcases timeless character throughout, including wood walls and ceilings, original molding, glass doorknobs, and antique fixtures.
The spacious kitchen offers ample room for gathering and includes a dishwasher, with all appliances conveying, including washer and dryer. A floored loft with pull-down stairs provides additional storage or flexible use space.
Recent improvements include septic tank and drain field replacement (approximately 7 years ago), select plumbing updates, and an updated electrical breaker panel (2000). Cooling is provided by five window units (approximately 18 months old), many WiFi-enabled. The home is heated by two Rinnai propane heater units, with an electric water heater.
Being sold fully furnished, this home offers a true turnkey opportunity for a primary residence, second home, or investment property.
Located in an X flood zone (flood insurance optional) and serviced by county water.
With its proximity to the beach, unique character, and functional updates, this property combines charm, convenience, and strong potential.
For sale
$279,900
7761 Caratoke Hwy, Powells Point, NC 27966
3beds
1,579sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1947
0.5 Acres Lot
$137,900 Zestimate®
$177/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wood walls and ceilingsOriginal moldingAntique fixturesSpacious kitchenTimeless character throughoutGlass doorknobs
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: April 02, 2026 at 01:37pm
Listed by:
Lauren E Lambert 252-619-7678,
Kingdom Real Estate Services
Source: OBAR,MLS#: 132382
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Loft
Heating
- Propane, Wall Furnace
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Carpet
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,579
- Total interior livable area: 1,579 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Garage: None
Features
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.5 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 011000000250000
- Zoning: AG
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Asbestos
- Foundation: Masonry
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Powells Point
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $177/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $111,700
- Annual tax amount: $1,000
- Date on market: 4/2/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Owned More than 12 Months
Estimated market value
$137,900
$99,000 - $189,000
$1,838/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $279,900+522%$177/sqft |
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| 9/13/2024 | Listing removed | $2,000$1/sqft |
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| 7/31/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,000$1/sqft |
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| 4/26/2021 | Sold | $45,000-35.7%$28/sqft |
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| 3/26/2021 | Pending sale | $70,000$44/sqft |
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| 3/23/2021 | Listed for sale | $70,000$44/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $949 +8.7% | $111,700 |
| 2023 | $873 +15.9% | $111,700 |
| 2022 | $753 +1% | $111,700 |
| 2021 | $746 +32.5% | $111,700 +30.2% |
| 2020 | $563 | $85,800 |
| 2019 | $563 +0% | $85,800 |
| 2018 | $562 +6.8% | $85,800 |
| 2017 | $527 | $85,800 |
| 2016 | $527 +0% | $85,800 |
| 2015 | $526 0% | $85,800 |
| 2013 | $527 | $85,800 +20.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $71,075 |
| 2010 | -- | $71,075 |
| 2009 | -- | $71,075 |
| 2007 | -- | $71,075 |
| 2005 | -- | $71,075 |
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Est. payment
$1,489/mo
Principal & interest
$1382
Property taxes
$107
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 27966
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Jarvisburg ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 3.1 mi
- 4/10Currituck County MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 16.3 mi
- 3/10Currituck County HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 16.2 mi
Local experts in 27966
- North Carolina
- Currituck County
- Powells Point
- 27966
- 7761 Caratoke Hwy



