500 Carolina Beach Avenue N, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428
About This Home
Experience the best of coastal beach living at 500 Carolina Beach Avenue N. This Ocean front duplex style home is just feet from the beach, and adjacent to a public beach access. This circa 1955 Duplex offers the ideal combination of classic beach charm with the right blend of convenience, relaxation, and investment potential. Wake up to the sound of the ocean and enjoy easy access to the beach, the Carolina Beach Boardwalk, local restaurants, boutique shopping, and year-round entertainment. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence, a second home, or an income-producing vacation rental, this property offers an exceptional opportunity in one of the area's most desirable locations. Inside, you'll find classic beach house charm with open concept living spaces designed for easy coastal living, while the outdoor areas provide the perfect setting to relax after a day on the sand or enjoy ocean breezes with family and friends. The upstairs and downstairs units are the same layout, each with a Full kitchen, Living area, four bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Located just minutes from Carolina Beach State Park, Kure Beach, marinas, and only a short drive to historic downtown Wilmington, this home places you close to everything the Cape Fear coast has to offer. Opportunities for Ocean Front Homes like this do not come often. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of paradise in one of southeastern North Carolina's most sought-after beach communities.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1955
Materials
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding,Wood Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Refrigerator,Electric Range
Basement
- Basement: Crawl Space
Bedroom1
- Level: First
Bedroom1
- Level: Second
Bedroom2
- Level: First
Bedroom2
- Level: Second
Bedroom3
- Level: First
Bedroom3
- Level: Second
Bedroom4
- Level: First
Bedroom4
- Level: Second
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Features
- 2nd Kitchen,See Remarks
- Flooring: LVT/LVP
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Electric,Forced Air
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,390
- Total interior livable area: 2,390 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: Second
Living Room
- Level: First
Living Room
- Level: Second
Property
Details
- Parcel number: R08819008010000
- Zoning: R-1
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Deeded Beach Access,Waterfront,Ocean Front
- Frontage type: Oceanfront
- Living area range: 2200 - 2399
Lot
- Lot size: 6,098 sqft
- Features: Deeded Beach Access,Deeded Waterfront,Ocean Side
- Lot size dimensions: irregular
Parking
- Parking features: Paved,Parking Pad
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 | $8,039 | $96,468 |
| Home Insurance * | $186 | $2,232 |
| Property Taxes | $563 | $6,756 |
| Electricity | $222 | $2,671 |
| Total | $9,010 | $108,120 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-28 | Price change | $1,590,000 |
| 2026-06-29 | Listed for sale | $1,879,000 |
| 1990-04-01 | Sold | $57,500 |
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