510 Canal Drive, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428
About This Home
You can stop looking--this is the one! This 3-bedroom, 3 full-bath quintessential beach cottage is a rare find. It showcases the perfect combination of modern upgrades/amenities while retaining its historic beach cottage charm. ''The Croom Cottage'' is a historically recognized property, located in the 500 block of Canal Drive, close to the Carolina Beach Boardwalk and downtown restaurants and amenities, and only one block from 2 public beach accesses! This beach cottage has been lovingly maintained and boasts many impressive upgrades/features including a new (2023) fortified architectural shingle roof; steel beams, piers and pier stabilizers added under the home to support/upgrade the foundation (2024); a new condensate pump and sump pump installed in the crawlspace (2024); and reflective foil radiant barrier and blown fiberglass insulation added in the attic (2022). Stunning historic pine flooring and plantation shutters add to the charming ambiance of this home. The beautifully updated kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, custom cabinetry (incl. a coffee/wine bar area), a pantry/laundry closet, and a bay-window dining area. The living room provides plenty of space to spread out and flows out to the full-width covered front porch, where you can relax with an evening cocktail and enjoy a beautiful sunset over the canal. Out back is a large deck with abundant entertaining space, including a built-in bar area. Two large guest bedrooms (one with an en-suite bath and walk-in closet) and a full guest bath complete the downstairs. Upstairs is a wonderful surprise: a private Master Suite with a fabulous en-suite bath with custom tile shower and dual-sink vanity--the perfect place to relax and unwind after a day at the beach. Being sold fully furnished, this classic cottage would make a perfect full-time beach home, 2nd home/beach getaway, or investment/rental. Start building your beach memories today.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Very Limited Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Materials
- Foundation: Block,Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle,See Remarks
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding,Wood Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Cooktop,Built-In Microwave,Washer,Refrigerator,Range,Dryer,Dishwasher
- Laundry features: Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,In Kitchen
Bedroom1
- Level: First
Bedroom2
- Level: First
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Dining Room
- Level: First
Features
- Walk-in Closet(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Furnished,Pantry,Walk-in Shower,Blinds/Shades,Cedar Closet(s),Gas Log,Walk-In Closet(s),See Remarks61
- Flooring: Tile,Wood,Hardwood
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
- Fireplace: Yes
- Attic: Storage
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Electric,Heat Pump
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,543
- Total interior livable area: 1,543 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living Room
- Level: First
Master Bedroom
- Level: Second
Property
Details
- Parcel number: R08819004005000
- Zoning: R-1
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Covered,Deck,Front Porch
- Fencing: Partial,Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Canal,ICW,Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Canal,Water
- Waterfront features: Third Row
- Frontage type: See Remarks
- Living area range: 1400 - 1599
Lot
- Lot size: 5,227 sqft
- Features: Third Row
- Lot size dimensions: 50 x 103 x 50 x 108
Parking
- Parking features: On Site
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
- Lightning
- Winter Weather
- Inland Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Tornado
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in New Hanover 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 | $3,767 | $45,204 |
| Home Insurance * | $87 | $1,044 |
| Property Taxes | $263 | $3,156 |
| Electricity | $200 | $2,405 |
| Total | $4,317 | $51,804 |
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
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-12 | Listed for sale | $765,000 |
| 2026-01-07 | Listing removed | $798,900 |
| 2025-09-23 | Listed for sale | $798,900 |
| 2025-03-06 | Sold | $739,000 |
| 2024-09-08 | Contingent | $739,000 |
| 2024-07-09 | Price change | $739,000 |
| 2024-05-31 | Listed for sale | $749,995 |
| 2021-05-19 | Sold | $475,000 |
| 2021-04-06 | Pending sale | $450,000 |
| 2021-04-03 | Listed for sale | $450,000 |
| 2019-08-20 | Sold | $375,000 |
| 2019-07-22 | Pending sale | $379,000 |
| 2019-07-12 | Listed for sale | $379,000 |
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