Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/21/2025
Listed
$728,500
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MLS
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$728,500
Property Description
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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 127 Sandcastle Dr
General
- Price: $728,500
- Taxes: (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2253
- MLS ID: 100528210
- Updated: 5/13/2026
- Added to Site: 204 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 6
- Interior Features: Master Downstairs, Solid Surface, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: LVT/LVP
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Living Area
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Outdoor Shower
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Open, Deck, Porch, Screened
Parking
- Parking Features: Concrete, Paved
Location
- County: Carteret
- Subdivision: Sea Dunes
- Driving Directions: Emerald Dr to Coast Guard Rd; Coast Guard Road to Sea Dunes Dr; Sea Dunes Dr to Sand Castle Dr; Sand Castle Dr to 127 on the right side of street
School Information
- Elementary School: White Oak Elementary
- Middle School: Broad Creek
- High School: Croatan
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Heat Pump
- Heating Type: Heat Pump, Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable Available, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Wood Frame, Stick Built
- Construction: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof: Shingle
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 1,288
- Year Built: 1984
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.29
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 12,807
- Lot Dimensions: 81 x 155 x 81 x 155
- Frontage: Maintained, City Street, State Road, Paved, Paved
- Lot Features: Interior Lot, Wooded, Ocean Side
- Zoning: R2
- Fencing (Description): None
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $565.61
- Assessment Amount: $616,649
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Legal Description: L24 BE SEA DUNES
- Property ID: 538309155760000
- Lot Number: L24
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Schools
Schools serving 127 Sandcastle Dr
School District:Carteret County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
White Oak Elementary, Cape Carteret, NC 555 West B McLean Drive, Cape Carteret, NC 28584 | PK-5 | 2.6 mi |
Broad Creek Middle School 2382 North Carolina 24, Newport, NC 28570 | 6-8 | 10.1 mi |
Croatan High School 1 Cougar Lane, Newport, NC 28570 | 9-12 | 7.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
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Price & Sales History for 127 Sandcastle Dr
Tax History
Tax History for 127 Sandcastle Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,468
34%
$616,649
116%
2024
$1,842
10%
$285,940
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2022
$1,667
—
$285,940
—
2021
$1,667
-2%
$285,940
—
2022
$1,705
3%
$285,940
—
2020
$1,657
96%
$285,940
7%
2019
$844
—
$267,414
—
2017
$844
—
$267,414
—
2016
$844
3%
$267,414
—
2015
$817
-12%
$267,414
-15%
2013
$931
—
$315,865
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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127 Sand Castle Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594 (MLS# 100528210) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 127 Sand Castle Drive is currently listed for $728,500 and was received on October 21, 2025. Want to learn more about 127 Sand Castle Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Emerald Isle? You can browse all Emerald Isle real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.