Coastal Living Meets Low-Maintenance Luxury in Harbour Point
Welcome to 1523 Island Marina Drive, a beautifully updated townhome that feels and looks like a single family home. Tucked inside the highly desirable Harbour Point community--one of Carolina Beach's most charming waterfront enclaves. Here, coastal living feels effortless, with a lively marina, resort-style amenities, and a layout designed for comfort, privacy, and relaxation.
This island neighborhood is one of my favorites for easy on-easy off of the island with low traffic and plenty of right turns and located so close to the bridge for speedy exits!
This home features an inviting, light-filled interior where soaring ceilings, refinished real hardwood flooring, and an open, airy flow create the perfect backdrop for everyday living or weekend escapes. The spacious living area opens to a covered front porch with pond views--ideal for morning coffee, evening cocktails, or simply soaking in the coastal breeze.
With 3 bedrooms and 3 full baths, this home offers exceptional flexibility. A first-floor bedroom with full bath is perfect for guests or a dedicated office or second living room. Each bedroom upstairs has its own en suite bath.
The kitchen features a beautiful neutral granite with generous beachy white cabinetry, a functional layout, and distant water views to enjoy while washing dishes! Tons of light, new appliances, and easy access to a grilling porch make this kitchen so desirable.
Outside, your entire yard is fenced with a charming white picket fence and gate. Multiple decks create quiet escapes--rare for townhome living. All this means more opportunities to unwind and enjoy the coastal air.
Just steps from your door, stroll the tree-lined sidewalks to the community's marina-front pool and clubhouse, where you can lounge with a view of the water. Harbour Point places you minutes from Carolina Beach's sandy shoreline, scenic parks, walking trails, fishing, boating, and a vibrant mix of dining and entertainment.
Conveniently located near the public wildlife ramp with really nice new docks, and fishing pier. Boat slips are also available for purchase or rent in the neighborhood.
Move-in ready and designed for low-maintenance living, this home delivers the best of the beach lifestyle--comfort, convenience, and coastal charm wrapped into one.
For sale
$600,000
1523 Island Marina Drive, Carolina Beach, NC 28428
3beds
1,940sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1999
1,742 Square Feet Lot
$587,400 Zestimate®
$309/sqft
$330/mo HOA
What's special
- 142 days
- 728
- 48
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Caroline Dugas 910-431-0084,
Living Seaside Realty Group,
Tania F Upchurch 910-231-3794,
Living Seaside Realty Group
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100566158
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Laundry
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 16 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 9 x 7
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17 x 8
Laundry
- Dimensions: 6 x 6
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16 x 15
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air, Attic Fan
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Walk-in Closet(s), High Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: None
- Attic: Scuttle
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,940
- Total interior livable area: 1,940 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete, Off Street, On Site
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Shutters - Board/Hurricane, Irrigation System
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Wood,Front Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pond, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Pond,Water
- Waterfront features: Water Access Comm, Pond
- Frontage type: Pond Front
Lot
- Size: 1,742 Square Feet
- Features: Front Yard, Corner Lot, Boat Dock, Water Access Comm
Details
- Parcel number: R08806004068000
- Zoning: R-2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Fiber Cement, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1999
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Green energy
- Green verification: None
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Fire Sprinkler System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Harbour Point
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Roof Maintenance, Waterfront Community, Boat Dock, Clubhouse, Pool, Flood Insurance, Maintenance Common Areas, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Roads, Management, Marina, Master Insure, Pest Control, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Termite Bond
- HOA fee: $3,960 annually
- HOA name: Harbour Point HOA
- HOA phone: 910-746-1033
Location
- Region: Carolina Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $309/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $719,500
- Annual tax amount: $3,221
- Date on market: 4/10/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 143 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$587,400
$558,000 - $617,000
$3,439/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $600,000-2.4%$309/sqft |
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| 1/5/2026 | Listing removed | $615,000$317/sqft |
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| 7/29/2025 | Price change | $615,000-1.6%$317/sqft |
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| 6/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $625,000+91.4%$322/sqft |
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| 10/3/2018 | Sold | $326,500-20.3%$168/sqft |
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| 5/30/2006 | Sold | $409,900$211/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,221 +27.8% | $719,500 +95.5% |
| 2024 | $2,521 +3% | $368,000 |
| 2023 | $2,447 -0.7% | $368,000 |
| 2022 | $2,466 -2.9% | $368,000 |
| 2021 | $2,539 +8.7% | $368,000 +26% |
| 2020 | $2,336 | $292,000 |
| 2019 | $2,336 | $292,000 |
| 2018 | $2,336 | $292,000 |
| 2017 | -- | $292,000 +20.4% |
| 2016 | $2,081 +6.1% | $242,500 |
| 2015 | $1,962 +2.5% | $242,500 |
| 2014 | $1,913 | $242,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $242,500 |
| 2012 | -- | $242,500 -39.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $403,130 |
| 2010 | -- | $403,130 |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | $193,995 |
| 2004 | -- | $193,995 |
| 2003 | -- | $193,995 |
| 2002 | -- | $193,995 |
| 2001 | -- | $193,995 +53.5% |
| 2000 | -- | $126,397 |
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Neighborhood: 28428
Nearby schools
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.






