Welcome to this top-floor unit in The Tides Condominium, where gorgeous views of the sound set the tone for laid-back beach living. Inside, you'll find a well-sized 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom layout that offers flexibility for both weekend getaways and longer stays. The spacious deck off the living room is ideal for morning coffee, sunset cocktails, or simply unwinding while watching boats drift by. The unit is fully furnished and turn-key, providing immediate comfort and convenience, while also offering the potential for updates to match your personal style. The Tides offers ample parking, a community pool, and a location that's hard to beat—just a short walk to the ocean, with Freeman Park Beach at the end of the road and the Carolina Beach Boardwalk only minutes away by bike or car. Whether you're looking for a vacation home, rental investment, or low-maintenance coastal escape, this condo delivers on space, setting, and opportunity.
Sold for $400,000
$400,000
1008 Canal Drive #3a, Carolina Beach, NC 28428
2beds
896sqft
Condominium
Built in 1985
-- sqft lot
$397,500 Zestimate®
$446/sqft
$1,806 Estimated rent
Home value
$397,500
$370,000 - $425,000
$1,806/mo
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Fully furnished and turn-keyTop-floor unit
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Listed by:
Cindy Young 910-789-0871,
Nest Realty
Bought with:
Tiffany Williamson, 279179
Navigate Realty
Carrie Reger, 201757
Navigate Realty
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100548535
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Dining Room, Living Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 9 x 7
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10 x 8
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17 x 13
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 896
- Total interior livable area: 896 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Shared Driveway, Lighted, On Site
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Open, Deck
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Second Row, Sound Side, Sound Front
- Frontage type: Sound Front
Lot
- Features: Second Row, Sound Side
Details
- Parcel number: R08815002003003
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Other, Pilings
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: The Tides
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Roof Maintenance, Pool, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure, Management, Master Insure
- HOA fee: $4,740 annually
- HOA name: Network Realty
- HOA phone: 910-458-8881
Location
- Region: Carolina Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $446/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $473,900
- Annual tax amount: $2,121
- Date on market: 1/10/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 42 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/6/2026 | Sold | $400,000-3.6%$446/sqft |
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| 2/20/2026 | Contingent | $415,000$463/sqft |
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| 1/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $415,000-3.5%$463/sqft |
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| 11/20/2025 | Listing removed | $430,000$480/sqft |
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| 9/4/2025 | Price change | $430,000-0.2%$480/sqft |
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| 8/21/2025 | Price change | $431,000+0.2%$481/sqft |
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| 8/14/2025 | Price change | $430,000-0.2%$480/sqft |
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| 8/12/2025 | Price change | $431,000+0.2%$481/sqft |
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| 8/1/2025 | Price change | $430,000-0.2%$480/sqft |
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| 7/24/2025 | Price change | $431,000-0.2%$481/sqft |
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| 7/17/2025 | Price change | $432,000-0.2%$482/sqft |
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| 7/12/2025 | Price change | $433,000-0.2%$483/sqft |
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| 7/3/2025 | Price change | $434,000-0.2%$484/sqft |
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| 5/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $435,000$485/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,122 +31.6% | $473,900 +101.3% |
| 2024 | $1,612 +3% | $235,400 |
| 2023 | $1,565 -0.7% | $235,400 |
| 2022 | $1,577 -2.9% | $235,400 |
| 2021 | $1,624 +20.6% | $235,400 +39.9% |
| 2020 | $1,346 | $168,300 |
| 2019 | $1,346 | $168,300 |
| 2018 | $1,346 +2.6% | $168,300 |
| 2017 | $1,313 +24.4% | $168,300 +36.8% |
| 2016 | $1,055 +6.1% | $123,000 |
| 2015 | $995 +2.5% | $123,000 |
| 2014 | $970 | $123,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $123,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $123,000 -50% |
| 2011 | -- | $246,020 |
| 2010 | -- | $246,020 |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | $77,728 |
| 2004 | -- | $77,728 |
| 2003 | -- | $77,728 |
| 2002 | -- | $77,728 |
| 2001 | -- | $77,728 |
| 2000 | -- | $77,728 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 28428
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Carolina Beach ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 1.3 mi
- 7/10Charles P Murray MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.9 mi
- 5/10Eugene Ashley HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Carolina Beach
- Middle: Murray
- High: Ashley
Source: Hive MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- North Carolina
- New Hanover County
- Carolina Beach
- 28428
- 1008 Canal Drive Unit 3a
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