Perched on one of Emerald Isles highest lots, 3903 Ocean Drive stands as a beacon of seaside sophistication—a meticulously crafted 2-townhome duplex that blends the intimacy of a private residence with the savvy potential of an investment gem. Built in 1992 and spanning an expansive 2,000 square feet on each side, this multi-family haven offers 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms across its thoughtfully designed units, providing ample space for family gatherings, guest stays, or lucrative short-term rentals in one of the East Coast's most coveted beach destinations. Please see the list of upgrades/maintenance in documents. Strong rental history!
For sale
$2,750,000
3903 Ocean Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
8beds
4,182sqft
Est.:
Townhouse
Built in 1992
0.4 Acres Lot
$2,609,400 Zestimate®
$658/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Highest lotThoughtfully designed units
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 10, 2025 at 05:22am
Listed by:
Gerald Seddon 631-697-3092,
Landmark Sotheby's International Realty
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100540167
Originating MLS: Carteret County Association of Realtors
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 10
- Full bathrooms: 8
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Non Primary Living Area
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Built-In Microwave, Built-In Electric Oven, Freezer, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Furnished, Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades
- Flooring: LVT/LVP, Carpet, Tile
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: None
- Attic: None
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,182
- Total interior livable area: 4,182 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Shared Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Concrete, Off Street, On Site
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 4
- Patio & porch: Open, Covered, Deck
- Exterior features: Outdoor Shower
- Pool features: Pool/Spa Combo
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Ocean Front
- Frontage type: Oceanfront
Lot
- Size: 0.4 Acres
- Dimensions: 75 x 250
- Features: Deeded Waterfront
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo
- Parcel number: 631417022384000
- Zoning: res
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1992
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Emerald Isle By The Sea
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
Location
- Region: Emerald Isle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $658/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,269,760
- Annual tax amount: $3,858
- Date on market: 11/6/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 35 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$2,609,400
$2.48M - $2.74M
$1,889/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,750,000+324.1%$658/sqft |
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| 7/16/2016 | Listing removed | $648,500$155/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Coastland Realty #100008816 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2016 | Pending sale | $648,500$155/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Coastland Realty #100008816 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2016 | Listed for sale | $648,500-17.1%$155/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Coastland Realty #100008816 Report a problem | ||
| 1/6/2015 | Sold | $782,000$187/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,858 +2.3% | $634,880 |
| 2023 | $3,770 +2.3% | $634,880 |
| 2022 | $3,687 +2% | $634,880 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$15,569/mo
Principal & interest
$13689
Home insurance
$963
Property taxes
$917
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28594
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10White Oak ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 5.3 mi
- 7/10Broad Creek Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.1 mi
- 8/10Croatan High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bogue Sound
- Middle: Broad Creek
- High: Croatan
Source: Hive MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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