6820 Ocean Drive Emerald Isle, NC 28594 · Columbus Square

About this home

Experience the charm of coastal living in this nicely appointed 3 bedroom, 2 bath beach cottage perfectly positioned on an elevated lot with sweeping panoramic ocean views. The reverse floor plan layout maximizes the views anywhere from the upstairs great room and kitchen areas filling it with natural light and capturing stunning water vistas that create the perfect backdrop for relaxing or entertaining. Comfortable and inviting, this coastal retreat offers well-equipped living with a spacious layout, throughout, from the fully equipped granite dressed kitchen and island bar seating. Living extends outdoors to the sun-drenched top level deck, the covered, shaded 2nd tier deck, to the ground level with an enclosed hot/cold outdoor shower and dressing area, and shaded picnic area. Best of all, ocean access is located directly across the street, making it easy to enjoy the sand, surf, and salty breezes anytime. Whether you're searching for a vacation investment or personal coastal escape, this classic cottage delivers the relaxed beach lifestyle you've been dreaming of. (Important note: Septic is rated for 4 bedrooms, if a bedroom and bath are added)

Facts

Type

Single Family Residence

Year built

1984

Lot

0.23 acres

Waterfront

Second Row

Garage

1 space

Community

Columbus Square

County

Carteret

Price per sq ft

$754

Stories

2

Construction

Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame

Roof

Shingle

Foundation

Other, Slab, Pilings

Water

Public

Property tax

$2,294 / year (2025)

Listed

May 17, 2026

MLS #

100574587

Features

Directions to 6820 Ocean Drive

Take Emerald Drive (HWY 58) to Pinta Dr between Bluewater Drive and Scotch Bonnet Drive; Turn South and go to Ocean Drive; Turn Left; House is 2nd on the left side of the street

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About 6820 Ocean Drive

6820 Ocean Drive is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home of about 1,360 square feet, built in 1984, on 0.23 acres in Columbus Square, Emerald Isle, Carteret County, NC 28594.

At $1,025,000, it's 28% above the median asking price ($798,000) of the 39 other 3-bedroom listings for sale in Emerald Isle today.

That's about $754 per square foot, compared with a Emerald Isle median asking price of $545 per square foot.

1 other home is for sale in Columbus Square right now (median asking $859,000); 2 homes sold there in the last 12 months.

Across ZIP 28594, 96 3-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $725,000.

It has been on the market for 158 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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