202 W Atlantic Boulevard, Atlantic Beach, NC, 28512
About This Home
Welcome to this classic beach cottage! Built in 1955, this cottage exudes coastal charm from the knotty pine throughout the main living floor to the spacious front porch with breathtaking ocean views, this is your perfect beach retreat. Whether you are looking for a permanent residence, an investment opportunity, or a weekend spot to while away the days, here it is! This home, located just off the Atlantic Beach Circle is the perfect location. Step into the main living area from the front porch with expansive windows offering unobstructed views of the ocean, just steps away. Enjoy the open living space with lots of room for family and friends. The living room has a fireplace to cozy up to on cool nights. The kitchen, with stainless appliances, farmhouse sink, and peninsula bar, perfect for serving up family meals or entertaining friends. Enjoy family meals in the dining room just off the kitchen for convenience. Adjacent to the kitchen is a laundry room with lots of cabinetry for storage and small sink for clean-ups. This level also has a full bath, bedroom, a media room, and office. Convenience is on point with main entry to the main living space in the front and a recently updated staircase to the backyard which makes for easy unloading of groceries and supplies. Upstairs there is another bedroom, along with other spaces perfect for an exercise space or playroom...the possibilities are endless! The bath on this level is spacious, with double vanities, tile flooring and walk-in shower. A separate living space downstairs, with private entry, is perfect for a mother-in-law-suite or long/short term rentals. It has a kitchen, living area, separate bedroom, and recently updated bath. The shiplap walls provide a coastal feel. This space also has a washer/dryer and plenty of storage. Paver pathways and updated easy care landscaping lend to the beach vibes. Out back, cook up meals in the mini covered kitchen with built-in gas grill and sink. There is also an outside bar area, with mounted TV which provides the perfect spot to catch the game or just enjoy time with friends. A fenced in back yard is perfect for pets or kids. With the breathtaking ocean views and proximity to dining and shopping, this classic beach home is ready for you! Just pack your bags and move right in! Lot includes parking in front of the home and directly behind the black ornamental fence. Home is being sold furnished with few exclusions. Additional square footage of 768 square feet is for downstairs apartment for a total of 3093.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1955
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Composition,Block,Asbestos,Fiber Cement,Wood Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Mini Refrigerator,Gas Oven,Water Softener,Washer,Refrigerator,Dryer,Dishwasher
- Laundry features: Laundry Room
Bedroom1
- Level: Second
Bedroom3
- Level: First
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Features
- Solid Surface,Apt/Suite,Ceiling Fan(s),Furnished,Pantry,Walk-in Shower,Blinds/Shades,Gas Log
- Flooring: Carpet,Wood
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
- Fireplace: Yes
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Propane,Other,Electric,Heat Pump
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,325
- Total interior livable area: 3,093 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Second
Kitchen
- Level: First
Laundry
- Level: Second
Living Room
- Level: Second
Master Bedroom
- Level: Third
Media Room
- Level: Second
Office
- Level: Second
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 637516920989000
- Zoning: Residential
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Patio & porch: Covered,Deck,Porch
- Exterior features: Outdoor Grill,See Remarks60
- Fencing: Metal/Ornamental,Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
- Frontage type: See Remarks
- Living area range: 2200 - 2399
Lot
- Lot size: 6,098 sqft
- Features: Ocean Side
- Lot size dimensions: 50' x 120' x 50' x 120'
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front,Concrete,Unpaved
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Coastal Flooding
- Hurricane
- Winter Weather
- Lightning
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Carteret County and North Carolina
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $8,596 | $103,152 |
| Home Insurance * | $188 | $2,256 |
| Property Taxes | $538 | $6,456 |
| Electricity | $288 | $3,456 |
| Total | $9,610 | $115,320 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-23 | Listed for sale | $1,700,000 |
| 2024-03-22 | Sold | $950,000 |
| 2024-02-09 | Pending sale | $1,150,000 |
| 2024-01-29 | Price change | $1,150,000 |
| 2023-12-12 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000 |
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