726 Waterway Drive SW, Sunset Beach, NC, 28468
About This Home
Experience the best of coastal living in this stunning ICW waterfront home, nestled between Ocean Isle Beach and Sunset Beach. With breathtaking views from both levels and a private dock, this home offers the perfect balance of luxury and laid-back living. This spacious home features four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms. The first floor boasts an open-concept layout with a large living area and kitchen, perfect for both relaxation and entertaining. Ceramic tile flooring adds a touch of elegance throughout, while the first-floor bedroom with an ensuite bathroom offers privacy and comfort. A half bath and spacious laundry room add convenience. The expansive covered back deck is ideal for enjoying the stunning waterway views and ocean breezes. Upstairs, the generous living area features a wet bar and panoramic windows showcasing the amazing views. The owner's suite includes an ensuite bathroom, hardwood floors, and direct access to the upper deck. Two additional bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill bathroom, each with access to the front deck. The home has been meticulously maintained, with a new roof installed in 2019 and comes mostly furnished with a small list of exceptions. Beneath the house, two storage rooms offer space for all your outdoor gear, and an outdoor shower provides a refreshing rinse after a day on the water. The private dock has a great seating area that is perfect for enjoying the serene waterway views or throwing a line in the water to catch dinner. Water and Electric are run to the dock but temporarily disconnected based on Seasonal use. Please note that short-term rentals are not permitted as outlined in the CC&R. Don't miss your chance to own this coastal gem—schedule a tour today!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1996
Materials
- Foundation: Other,Raised,Pilings
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Fiber Cement,Wood Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Vented Exhaust Fan,Trash Compactor,Electric Oven,Electric Cooktop,Built-In Microwave,Washer,Self Cleaning Oven,Refrigerator,Dryer,Disposal,Dishwasher
- Laundry features: Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,Laundry Room
Basement
- Basement: None
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- High Ceilings,Solid Surface,Kitchen Island,2nd Kitchen,Ceiling Fan(s),Furnished,Walk-in Shower,Wet Bar
- Door features: Storm Door(s)
- Window features: Storm Window(s)
- Flooring: Carpet,Tile,Wood
- Attic: Access Only
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Electric,Heat Pump,Zoned
- Cooling features: Central Air,Zoned
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,772
- Total interior livable area: 2,772 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 256ca04204
- Zoning: Residential
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Covered,Deck,Balcony
- Exterior features: Outdoor Shower,Storm Doors
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: ICW,Water
- Water view: Water
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: ICW Front
- Frontage type: ICW Front
- Living area range: 2600 - 2799
Lot
- Lot size: 0.42 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac,Level,Boat Dock
- Lot size dimensions: 35 x 272 x 264 x 74
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Gravel,Off Street,On Site
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 4
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
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Brunswick 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 | $4,930 | $59,160 |
| Home Insurance * | $201 | $2,412 |
| Property Taxes | $422 | $5,064 |
| Electricity | $258 | $3,098 |
| Total | $5,811 | $69,732 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-08 | Price change | $995,000 |
| 2026-04-17 | Price change | $1,080,000 |
| 2026-03-16 | Price change | $1,100,000 |
| 2025-12-03 | Price change | $1,160,000 |
| 2025-10-31 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000 |
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