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Property Description
Welcome to 142 Marlin Dr, a truly exceptional canal-front home located on award-winning Holden Beach. Beautifully renovated and meticulously maintained, this fully furnished 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,216 heated sq. ft. and is perfectly suited as your next primary residence, coastal beach getaway, or investment property. Never offered as a vacation rental, this is a rare opportunity to own one of Holden Beach's most thoughtfully renovated canal-front homes. Completed with incredible attention to detail, the extensive renovations include a completely redesigned kitchen featuring custom hardwood cabinetry, a large kitchen island with matching leathered natural Brazilian quartzite countertops, GE Café Series Smart Appliances in Matte White, a Kohler farmhouse sink, custom brass hardware, updated LVP flooring throughout, new interior doors, fresh interior and exterior paint, updated fixtures, recessed lighting, rewired electrical, roof, HVAC system, tankless water heater, EV charger, and much more. Every improvement was carefully selected to create a home that is as functional as it is beautiful. See full improvement list for more details. Step outside and enjoy everything that makes Holden Beach living so special. The beautifully designed backyard features a heated 11'x30' Barrier Reef fiberglass in-ground pool with tanning ledge, expansive decking and entertainment areas, a new floating dock with oversized aluminum gangway, and direct Intracoastal Waterway access, making boating, fishing, kayaking, and waterfront entertaining effortless. The public beach access is conveniently located directly across Ocean Boulevard, while the direct Intracoastal Waterway access allows you to leave your dock and cruise straight into the Intracoastal Waterway. The property's location between the ICW and the Ocean also creates wonderful coastal breezes that are hard to find. Whether you're enjoying your morning coffee overlooking the water, spending the afternoon on the boat, or relaxing by the pool after a day on the beach, this home offers an exceptional coastal lifestyle. Holden Beach is centrally located between Wilmington and Myrtle Beach. This is coastal living at its finest. Come take a look for yourself today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 142 Marlin Dr
General
- Price: $969,000
- Taxes: $3,040 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2253
- MLS ID: 100588882
- Updated: 7/31/2026
- Added to Site: 46 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 6
- Interior Features: Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Furnished, Blinds/Shades, WiFi Thermostat
- Appliances: Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop, Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Double Oven, Dishwasher
- Furnished: Yes
- Furnishings: Furnished
- Flooring: LVT/LVP
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Living Area
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Closet
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: In Ground
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Outdoor Shower, Storm Doors
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Deck, Porch
Parking
- Parking Features: On Site
Location
- County: Brunswick
- Subdivision: Harbor Acres
- Driving Directions: Take the Holden Beach bridge onto the island and take a right at the intersection. Go approximately 4 miles, then turn right onto Marlin Drive. The home will be down on your right.
School Information
- High School District: Brunswick County Schools
- Elementary School: Virginia Williamson
- Middle School: Cedar Grove
- High School: West Brunswick
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Electric, Heat Pump
Utilities
- Sewer: Municipal Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Wood Frame, Stick Built
- Construction: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Square Feet: 1,216
- Year Built: 1983
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shower
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,000
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 100
- Frontage: Maintained, City Street, State Road, Paved, Paved
- Lot Features: Boat Dock, Bulkhead
- Zoning: Hb-R-1
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard, Vinyl
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Bulkhead, Canal Front
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $796.88
- Assessment Amount: $593,120
- Tax Amount: $3,040.68
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Legal Description: L-183 B-1 HARBOR ACRES HB PLAT 8/13
- Property ID: 246ac009
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Schools
Schools serving 142 Marlin Dr
School District:Brunswick County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Virginia Williamson Elementary 1020 Zion Hill Road Southeast, Bolivia, NC 28422 | K-5 | 8.1 mi |
Cedar Grove Middle 750 Grove Trail SW, Supply, NC 28462 | 6-8 | 5.4 mi |
West Brunswick High 550 Whiteville Road Northwest, Shallotte, NC 28470 | 9-12 | 6.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 142 Marlin Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/14/2026
Listed
$969,000
167.68%
MLS
10/16/2015
Sold
$362,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 142 Marlin Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,210
1%
$593,120
1%
2024
$2,195
18%
$588,760
69%
2021
$1,859
—
$349,220
—
2022
$1,859
1%
$349,220
—
2020
$1,837
21%
$349,220
23%
2018
$1,522
-12%
$284,270
-13%
2019
$1,726
15%
$326,160
15%
2017
$1,504
2%
$284,270
—
2015
$1,479
—
$284,270
-9%
2014
$1,485
—
$313,078
—
2013
$1,485
—
$313,078
—
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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142 Marlin Drive, Holden Beach, NC 28462 (MLS# 100588882) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 142 Marlin Drive is currently listed for $969,000 and was received on July 14, 2026. Want to learn more about 142 Marlin Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Holden Beach? You can browse all Holden Beach real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

