2506 Emerald Drive #E, Emerald Isle, NC, 28594
About This Home
This property can do it all! It can easily be a comfortable and convenient primary residence. Or it be your home away from home with minimal maintenance and maximum enjoyment. Or it can be purchased as an investment property earning substantial rental income with proper management. A very nice condo with only one shared well. Frontage on Bogue Sound and a short walk to the beach just across the street. There are water views from every room in the house. On the top deck there is even a clear view of the ocean. This unit was completely renovated and updated in 2020, with: metal roof, foam insulation, quartz countertops, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, LVP flooring, soft close drawers, Levelor honeycomb cell blinds, TV hookups throughout, outdoor private shower and furnished tastefully throughout. Living area is open for ease in entertaining and enjoying views of the water. Enjoy the sound in one of six kayaks. Great storage underneath. Room for parking 2 to 3 vehicles underneath the unit. Each of the decks, upper and lower, are 10 feet wide and feel very spacious for outdoor living. Great dock jointly owned with your seven neighbors. Just bring your personal items and enjoy life as the owner of this beautiful property! New condensor units for both HVAC installed on April 22, 2026 with five year warranties.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1987
Materials
- Foundation: Other,Pilings
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding,Wood Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subType: Condominium
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Washer,Refrigerator,Dryer,Dishwasher,ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances,Electric Range
- Laundry features: Laundry Closet
Basement
- Basement: None
Bedroom1
- Level: Second
Bedroom2
- Level: Second
Bedroom3
- Level: Second
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: Third
Features
- Solid Surface,Kitchen Island,Ceiling Fan(s),Furnished,Blinds/Shades
- Door features: Thermal Doors,Storm Door(s)
- Window features: Thermal Windows
- Flooring: LVT/LVP
- Attic: Access Only
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Heat Pump,Electric
- Cooling features: Heat Pump
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,364
- Total interior livable area: 1,364 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Third
Living Room
- Level: Third
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 631414438919000
- Zoning: Residential
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Open,Covered,Deck,Front Porch
- Exterior features: Outdoor Shower,Irrigation System,Storm Doors,Thermal Doors
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: ICW,Sound
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Sound
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Pier,Bulkhead,Deeded Water Rights,Waterfront,Sound Side,ICW Front,Sound Front
- Frontage type: ICW Front,Sound Front
- Living area range: 1200 - 1399
Lot
- Features: Bulkhead,Deeded Water Rights,Deeded Waterfront,Pier,Sound Side
Parking
- Parking features: Covered,Gravel,Lighted,Off Street,On Site,Underhouse
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 | $4,191 | $50,292 |
| Home Insurance * | $111 | $1,332 |
| Property Taxes | $285 | $3,420 |
| Electricity | $200 | $2,405 |
| Total | $4,787 | $57,444 |
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
Price Per Sq Ft
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-28 | Price change | $829,000 |
| 2026-03-27 | Listed for sale | $849,000 |
| 2026-01-01 | Listing removed | $949,000 |
| 2025-06-28 | Price change | $949,000 |
| 2025-05-08 | Listed for sale | $975,000 |
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