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About this home
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! BRING YOUR VISION AND UNLOCK THE POTENTIAL! Just two streets from the Intracoastal Waterway and a short drive to the beautiful shores of Sunset Beach, 517 Great Oak Circle is packed with possibilities! Located in an established neighborhood with NO HOA, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath split-level home offers an incredible opportunity to create something truly special in a highly desirable coastal location. Built in 1982, this home is being sold as-is and is ready for its next chapter! Yes, it needs updating, cosmetic repairs, and some TLC, but for the buyer with a little imagination, the possibilities are exciting. The split-level layout offers plenty of room to work with, including generously sized closets, a spacious laundry and utility room, an upstairs balcony with a screened-in porch, and a lower-level deck for enjoying the coastal air. Whether you're dreaming of a primary residence, a beach getaway, a retirement retreat, a renovation project, or a potential vacation rental, this property offers the flexibility to explore your vision. Investors, take notice! With the right improvements, this could be an exciting fix-and-flip or rental investment opportunity. And let's talk about that location! Sunset Beach continues to earn national recognition, ranking among the top 25 destinations in HomeToGo's 2026 Beach Index. Beautiful beaches, coastal living, and the Intracoastal Waterway are all part of what makes this area so appealing. The house needs work. The location is already doing its job! Bring your contractor, bring your creativity, and come see what 517 Great Oak Circle could become!
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1982
- Lot
- 0.29 acres
- Community
- Shoreline Woods
- County
- Brunswick
- Price per sq ft
- $119
- Stories
- 2
- Construction
- Composition, Brick, Wood Frame
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Slab
- Water
- Public
- Property tax
- $1,666 / year (2026)
- Listed
- Oct 27, 2026
- MLS #
- 100612769
Features
Inside
- Walk-in Closet(s)
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Carpet
- Laminate
Outside
- None
Community
- None
Parking
- Unpaved
Heating & cooling
- Heat Pump
- Electric
Directions to 517 Great Oak Circle
From Wilmington, take US-17 South toward Shallotte and continue to Sunset Beach. Turn left onto Sunset Blvd toward the beach, then follow GPS into Shoreline Woods to Great Oak Circle. Home is #517.
Schools
- Elementary
- Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary
- Middle
- Shallotte Middle
- High
- West Brunswick
As listed in the MLS (Brunswick County Schools). School assignments can change — confirm with the district for this address.
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Recent sales like this in Shoreline Woods
| Home | Sold | Bd / Ba | Sq ft | Price | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 206 Azalea Circle, Sunset Beach | Jul 15, 2026 | 3 / 3 | 1,800 | $650,000 | $361 |
| 219 Shoreline Drive E, Sunset Beach | Jul 8, 2026 | 4 / 2 | 2,100 | $472,400 | $225 |
| 425 Water Oak Wynd SW, Sunset Beach | Jun 4, 2026 | 3 / 2 | 1,674 | $390,000 | $233 |
| 501 Shoreline Drive E, Sunset Beach | May 14, 2026 | 3 / 3 | 1,639 | $463,000 | $282 |
Similar size and type, sold in the last 12 months. From Hive MLS records; deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
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- How Much Are Property Taxes in Wilmington and the NC Coast? (2026-27)County and town property tax rates for New Hanover, Brunswick, Pender, Onslow and Duplin, what they cost on a $400,000 home, the 2027 revaluations to plan for, and tax relief you may qualify for.
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About 517 Great Oak Circle
517 Great Oak Circle is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home of about 2,101 square feet, built in 1982, on 0.29 acres in Shoreline Woods, Sunset Beach, Brunswick County, NC 28468.
At $250,000, it's 37% below the median asking price ($399,389) of the 92 other 3-bedroom listings for sale in Sunset Beach today.
That's about $119 per square foot, compared with a Sunset Beach median asking price of $242 per square foot.
1 other home is for sale in Shoreline Woods right now (median asking $650,000); 8 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $446,500, typically in about 143 days.
Across ZIP 28468, 258 3-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $483,500.
It just came on the market.
Area figures are broad context from the MLS, not a valuation — they don't adjust for condition, lot, views or updates. Ask us for a true comparison.
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What's my home worth? →Questions about 517 Great Oak Circle
How much is 517 Great Oak Circle?
517 Great Oak Circle is listed at $250,000 (about $119 per square foot) as of October 27, 2026. Status: for sale.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 517 Great Oak Circle have?
3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with about 2,101 square feet.
What neighborhood is 517 Great Oak Circle in?
Shoreline Woods, in Sunset Beach, Brunswick County, North Carolina.
How long has 517 Great Oak Circle been on the market?
It just listed.
What have homes sold for in Shoreline Woods?
8 homes sold in Shoreline Woods in the last 12 months, at a median price of $446,500.
When was 517 Great Oak Circle built?
1982.
Who is the listing broker for 517 Great Oak Circle?
eXp Realty (MLS #100612769). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.
Can I tour 517 Great Oak Circle?
Yes. Tap “Schedule a tour,” pick a time, and we'll call to confirm — or call or text (910) 395-1000.