5214 Emerald Drive Emerald Isle, NC 28594

About this home

Experience the coastal lifestyle of Emerald Isle at this Ocean-view home! With a short distance from the beautiful beach, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath coastal cottage offers a wonderful combination of comfortable living combined with the convenance of all that Emerald Isle has to offer. Inside, the open living, dining, and kitchen areas create a comfortable setting for everyday living and gathering. An additional flex room provides space for working remotely, hobbies, or whatever suits your needs. Off of the kitchen is the sunroom, currently enjoyed as a game room, is an additional space to unwind and entertain after a day at the beach. The spacious deck is a great place to enjoy the coastal breeze and an ocean view. With the Atlantic Ocean and Bogue Sound nearby, opportunities to enjoy the outdoors are never far away. The lower level adds everyday convenience with a laundry room, additional bathroom, and cabinetry for storage and organization. Thoughtful improvements over the years include updated kitchen appliances, painted kitchen cabinetry with refreshed hardware, bathroom renovations, and updates to the roof, siding, HVAC, paint and flooring. Whether you're searching for a primary residence, a coastal getaway, or an investment opportunity, this Emerald Isle cottage offers the flexibility to make it your own. Enjoy the laid-back atmosphere of island living, with sandy beaches, coastal activities, shopping, and dining all within easy reach.

Facts

Type

Single Family Residence

Year built

1974

Lot

0.25 acres

Waterfront

Sound Side

County

Carteret

Price per sq ft

$447

Stories

1

Construction

Fiber Cement, Wood Frame

Roof

Membrane, Shingle

Foundation

Other, Pilings

Water

Public

Property tax

$2,358 / year (2025)

Listed

Nov 2, 2026

MLS #

100613963

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About 5214 Emerald Drive

5214 Emerald Drive is a 4-bedroom, 2-bath home of about 1,488 square feet, built in 1974, on 0.25 acres, Emerald Isle, Carteret County, NC 28594.

At $665,000, it's 55% below the median asking price ($1,485,000) of the 31 other 4-bedroom listings for sale in Emerald Isle today.

That's about $447 per square foot, compared with a Emerald Isle median asking price of $545 per square foot.

Across ZIP 28594, 42 4-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $1,227,500.

It has been on the market for 5 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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