




286 Oakleaf Drive, Pine Knoll Shores, NC, 28512
About This Home
Welcome to this well maintained waterfront home in the heart of Pine Knoll Shores, where location and lifestyle take center stage. Situated on a private, beautifully landscaped lot just off of the sound, this property offers canal access with a private boat lift, making it easy to spend your days boating, fishing, or relaxing at the nearby sandbars. This home features multiple flexible living spaces to fit your needs. In addition to the bedrooms, you'll find two additional rooms--one currently serving as a bright sunroom and sitting area, and another ideal for guests, a home office, hobby room, or additional living space. Upstairs, an enclosed sitting room with expansive windows overlooks the pool and offers peaceful views of the sound, creating the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind at the end of the day. While the home offers an opportunity for cosmetic updates, it has been well cared for over the years, and that pride of ownership is evident throughout. The spacious layout provides a solid foundation for you to make it your own while enjoying one of the area's most desirable waterfront locations. Designed for entertaining, the lower level pool room opens directly onto the pool deck and features a bar with seating, refrigerator, sink, and stove--an ideal setup for hosting family and friends after a day on the water. Outside, the large lot offers privacy and curb appeal. The home sits well back from the road, surrounded by mature live oaks and lush landscaping that create a peaceful, welcoming entrance. If you've been searching for a waterfront property with boating access, a private pool, versatile living space, and endless potential, this Pine Knoll Shores home is one you won't want to miss.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1980
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Fiber Cement,Wood Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Built-In Electric Oven
- Laundry features: Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,Laundry Room
Basement
- Basement: None
Bathroom1
- Level: Second
Bathroom2
- Level: Second
Bathroom3
- Level: First
Bedroom2
- Level: First
Bedroom3
- Level: First
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Breakfast Nook
- Level: Second
Dining Room
- Level: Second
Family Room
- Level: First
Features
- Walk-in Closet(s),Entrance Foyer,Elevator,Ceiling Fan(s),Furnished,Wet Bar,Blinds/Shades,Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Heat Pump,Electric,Forced Air
- Cooling features: Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s),Heat Pump
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,228
- Total interior livable area: 3,228 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Second
Living Room
- Level: Second
Master Bedroom
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: First
Sunroom
- Level: Second
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Elevator Installed
Details
- Parcel number: 635515632699000
- Zoning: Residential
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Pool features: In Ground
- Patio & porch: Covered,Deck,Patio
- Exterior features: Outdoor Shower,Gas Log
- Fencing: Partial,Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Canal,ICW,Sound,Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Canal,Sound,Water
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Boat Lift,Bulkhead,Canal Front,Deeded Water Access,Waterfront,Water Access Comm,Sound Front
- Frontage type: Sound Front,Canal Front
- Living area range: 3000 - 3499
Lot
- Lot size: 0.69 Acres
- Features: Boat Lift,Bulkhead,Deeded Water Access,Deeded Waterfront,Water Access Comm
- Lot size dimensions: 70 x 321 x 120 x 333
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete,Garage
- 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
- Hurricane
- Coastal Flooding
- Winter Weather
- Inland Flooding
- 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 | $10,011 | $120,132 |
| Home Insurance * | $219 | $2,628 |
| Property Taxes | $380 | $4,560 |
| Electricity | $300 | $3,607 |
| Total | $10,910 | $130,920 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-07 | Contingent | $1,980,000 |
| 2026-08-03 | Listed for sale | $1,980,000 |
