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About this home
Looking for an updated Emerald Isle beach home with 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and convenient beach access? This coastal retreat offers extensive improvements, a flexible bonus room, and inviting outdoor living space. Enjoy a short walk or quick golf cart ride to the beach access at the end of Cedar Tree Lane, complete with golf cart parking. Renovated in November 2023, the home features LVP flooring, smooth ceilings, updated kitchen appliances, under-cabinet lighting, and composite decking. Windows and vinyl siding were replaced in March 2025, and an outdoor shower and a Rinnai tankless water heater were added in 2026. A Kinetico whole-house water system and K5 under-sink reverse osmosis system provide added convenience. The main level includes two bedrooms and two full bathrooms, including a primary suite with an updated vanity and walk-in shower. The lower level offers a third bedroom, a full bathroom with a tiled walk-in shower, and **one bonus room for a home office, workout room, hobbies, or storage**. Mini-split systems serve the lower-level rooms and garage. Relax or entertain on the spacious paver patio after a day at the beach. Additional improvements include insulated garage doors, attic ceiling insulation, partially floored attic storage, two Suncast sheds, updated driveway concrete, and a dune retaining wall. Whether you're searching for a primary residence, a vacation home, or an investment opportunity in Emerald Isle, NC, this updated beach home combines coastal convenience with versatile space. Home inspection report available for review. Schedule your private showing today.
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1978
- Lot
- 0.22 acres
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- Community
- Emerald Isle By The Sea
- County
- Carteret
- Price per sq ft
- $391
- Stories
- 2
- Construction
- Block, Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof
- Architectural Shingle
- Foundation
- Slab
- Water
- Public
- Listed
- Oct 21, 2026
- MLS #
- 100611733
Features
Inside
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Furnished
- Pantry
- Walk-in Shower
- Blinds/Shades
- LVT/LVP
- Built-In Microwave
- Washer
- Refrigerator
- Dryer
- Dishwasher
- Electric Range
Outside
- Outdoor Shower
- None
Parking
- Attached
- Concrete
Heating & cooling
- Electric
- Forced Air
- Central Air
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Directions to 5405 Cedar Tree Lane
From Emerald Isle, take Hwy 58 to Cedar Tree Lane, turn left, house will be the third property on the left.
Schools
- Elementary
- White Oak Elementary
- Middle
- Broad Creek
- High
- Croatan
As listed in the MLS (Carteret County Public Schools). School assignments can change — confirm with the district for this address.
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Recent sales like this in Emerald Isle By The Sea
| Home | Sold | Bd / Ba | Sq ft | Price | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1701 Ocean Drive, Emerald Isle | Apr 2, 2026 | 3 / 3 | 1,536 | $1,600,000 | $1042 |
| 106 William Street, Emerald Isle | Mar 23, 2026 | 3 / 3 | 2,171 | $845,000 | $389 |
| 102 E Summer Place, Emerald Isle | Mar 6, 2026 | 4 / 5 | 2,440 | $1,800,000 | $738 |
Similar size and type, sold in the last 12 months. From Hive MLS records; deemed reliable, not guaranteed.
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About 5405 Cedar Tree Lane
5405 Cedar Tree Lane is a 3-bedroom, 3-bath home of about 2,044 square feet, built in 1978, on 0.22 acres in Emerald Isle By The Sea, Emerald Isle, Carteret County, NC 28594.
At $800,000, it's right around the median asking price ($795,000) of the 39 other 3-bedroom listings for sale in Emerald Isle today.
That's about $391 per square foot, compared with a Emerald Isle median asking price of $545 per square foot.
23 other homes are for sale in Emerald Isle By The Sea right now (median asking $1,400,000); 18 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $1,446,373, typically in about 78 days.
Across ZIP 28594, 98 3-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $725,000.
It has been on the market for 9 days.
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 5405 Cedar Tree Lane
How much is 5405 Cedar Tree Lane?
5405 Cedar Tree Lane is listed at $800,000 (about $391 per square foot) as of October 29, 2026. Status: for sale.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 5405 Cedar Tree Lane have?
3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, with about 2,044 square feet.
What neighborhood is 5405 Cedar Tree Lane in?
Emerald Isle By The Sea, in Emerald Isle, Carteret County, North Carolina.
How long has 5405 Cedar Tree Lane been on the market?
9 days. Homes in Emerald Isle By The Sea sold after a median of 78 days over the past year.
What have homes sold for in Emerald Isle By The Sea?
18 homes sold in Emerald Isle By The Sea in the last 12 months, at a median price of $1,446,373.
When was 5405 Cedar Tree Lane built?
1978.
Who is the listing broker for 5405 Cedar Tree Lane?
REAL Broker LLC (MLS #100611733). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.
Can I tour 5405 Cedar Tree Lane?
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