From the moment you arrive, this cottage wraps you in that unmistakable 'I'm finally at the beach'' feeling—and the location does the rest. Welcome to 1564 Shipwatch Lane, a low maintenance 3BR/2BA cottage perfectly placed just ½ mile from the sandy shores of Ocean Isle Beach and offering a peaceful distant view of the Intracoastal Waterway right from your own patio and composite deck. Designed for easy coastal living, this home features a metal roof, one-car garage, and a flexible hobby room with its own mini-split HVAC, ideal for crafting, fitness, or a quiet getaway. Stylish updates make it move-in ready, including 2024 luxury vinyl plank flooring, 2025 new windows, refreshed kitchen cabinetry, quartz countertops, modern light fixtures, and an upgraded bathroom shower. Spend mornings sipping coffee as boats drift along the waterway and evenings walking or biking to some of the best spots on the island. Seller owns adjacent lot and may be willing to sell it as well. Ocean Isle Beach offers a vibrant coastal lifestyle with its fishing pier, local restaurants, unique shopping, and a lively town park complete with a performance stage, splash pad, and playground—perfect for summer concerts and family fun. If effortless charm, modern updates, and an unbeatable location are at the top of your list, this cottage on Shipwatch Lane delivers the best of true coastal living.
Sold for $452,000
$452,000
1564 Shipwatch Lane SW, Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
3beds
1,473sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1983
7,840 Square Feet Lot
$397,200 Zestimate®
$307/sqft
$1,890 Estimated rent
Home value
$397,200
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Modern light fixturesPatio and composite deckUpgraded bathroom showerOne-car garageMetal roofQuartz countertopsRefreshed kitchen cabinetry
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Listed by:
Steve S Wells 910-612-4848,
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
Bought with:
Mandy L Pope, 309155
The Saltwater Agency
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100541347
Originating MLS: Brunswick County Association of Realtors
Originating MLS: Brunswick County Association of RealtorsFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Living Room, Dining Room, Bonus Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12 x 14
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 8 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9 x 11
Bonus room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9 x 15
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11 x 13
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9 x 13
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 13 x 18
Heating
- Other, Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Other, Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop, Built-In Microwave, Refrigerator, Range, Ice Maker, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Garage
Features
- Master Downstairs, Walk-in Closet(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Entrance Foyer, Solid Surface, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: LVT/LVP, Carpet, Tile
- Doors: Thermal Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Thermal Windows
- Basement: None
- Attic: Access Only
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,320
- Total interior livable area: 1,473 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Paved
- Has attached garage: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Open, Deck, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Shutters - Board/Hurricane, DP50 Windows, Storm Doors, Thermal Doors
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: ICW
- Waterfront features: None
- Frontage type: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 7,840 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 71 x 116 x 71 x 115
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Open Lot, Dead End, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 243lg00106
- Zoning: OI-R-2M
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1983
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: County Water
- Utilities for property: Water Connected
Green energy
- Green verification: None
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Crown Creek
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Maintenance Common Areas, Maintenance Roads, Street Lights
- HOA fee: $250 annually
- HOA name: Crown Creek Property Owners Association
Location
- Region: Ocean Isle Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $307/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $221,660
- Annual tax amount: $958
- Date on market: 11/14/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 89 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/10/2026 | Sold | $452,000+10.2%$307/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #100541347 Report a problem | ||
| 2/10/2026 | Pending sale | $410,000$278/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100541347 Report a problem | ||
| 1/8/2026 | Price change | $410,000-2.5%$278/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100541347 Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $420,367+1810.8%$285/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100541347 Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/2003 | Sold | $22,000$15/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $958 | $221,660 |
| 2024 | $958 | $221,660 |
| 2023 | $958 +13.8% | $221,660 +67.5% |
| 2022 | $842 +0% | $132,330 |
| 2021 | $842 +2.2% | $132,330 |
| 2020 | $824 | $132,330 |
| 2019 | -- | $132,330 -3.9% |
| 2018 | -- | $137,660 +235.8% |
| 2017 | $768 | $41,000 |
| 2016 | $768 | $41,000 -70.2% |
| 2015 | $768 -4.6% | $137,660 -13.6% |
| 2014 | $805 | $159,320 |
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Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 28469
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Union ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 4.2 mi
- 4/10Shallotte MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.3 mi
- 4/10West Brunswick HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Union
- Middle: Shallotte Middle
- High: West Brunswick
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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