Boutique Historic Inn in the Heart of Carolina Beach. Rare opportunity to acquire a 12-unit historic inn located in the heart of Carolina Beach, just 1,000 feet from the beach and within walking distance to restaurants, shops, and the CB Boardwalk. This two-story property blends preserved historic charm with thoughtful modern updates and is offered fully furnished, including all operational assets and the established business. The property features 12 guest rooms, each with a private bathroom. The ground floor includes four one-bedroom suites, three with full kitchens and one with a kitchenette, each with living and dining areas and private rear decks overlooking a fenced backyard. The second floor offers eight efficiency rooms, four with access to the front porch and four overlooking a garden area. A shared hallway includes a guest refreshment station, and all upper-level rooms include mini refrigerators, microwaves, and Keurig coffee makers. Recent updates include a new HVAC system, interior and exterior paint, and commercial laundry equipment with Queen Speed washers and dryers. The inn operates across major booking platforms including Booking.com, Expedia, Airbnb, and a direct-booking website, with smart locks and off-site guest support in place. The inn currently operates as a pet-friendly property. There is no on-site office, and the property operates as a self-check-in inn. Existing management is willing to remain in place to handle reservations, guest communication, housekeeping, maintenance, and daily operations, providing a smooth transition for new ownership. While significantly improved, the property still offers additional growth potential through further upgrades or operational enhancements. All parties must sign an NDA to view financials. Visit the Carolina Beach Inn's website to explore the property, then schedule a private showing to experience it in person.
For sale
Price cut: $300K (7/6)
$3,000,000
205 Harper Avenue, Carolina Beach, NC 28428
12beds
3,894sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$17,723/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
6,897 Square Feet Lot
$2,762,000 Zestimate®
$770/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Preserved historic charmOffered fully furnishedThoughtful modern updatesNew hvac systemInterior and exterior paint
- 163 days |
- 898 |
- 58 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Reidi Troy 843-860-0012,
Prosper Real Estate
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100555839
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 12
- Bathrooms: 12
- Full bathrooms: 12
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Bedroom 8, Bedroom 9, Bedroom 10, Other, Laundry
Bedroom 1
- Description: Birds Suite; Full Kitchen
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Description: Mermaid Suite; Full Kitchen
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Description: Oyster Suite; Kitchenette
- Level: First
Bedroom 4
- Description: Coastal Suite; Full Kitchen
- Level: First
Bedroom 5
- Description: Seahorse Room with Porch
- Level: Second
Bedroom 6
- Description: Sea Turtle Room with Porch
- Level: Second
Other
- Description: Octopus Room with Porch
- Level: Second
Other
- Description: Fish Room with Porch
- Level: Second
Other
- Description: Lobster Room
- Level: Second
Other
- Description: Coral Room
- Level: Second
Laundry
- Description: In Hall
- Level: Second
Other
- Description: Linen Closet
- Level: Second
Other
- Description: Crab Room
- Level: Second
Other
- Description: Whale Room
- Level: Second
Heating
- Space Heater, Electric, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s), Multi Units
Appliances
- Included: Mini Refrigerator, Electric Oven, Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher
- Laundry: In Hall, Laundry Room
Features
- Entrance Foyer, Ceiling Fan(s), Furnished, Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades
- Flooring: Wood
- Attic: Partially Floored,Pull Down Stairs
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,894
- Total interior livable area: 3,894 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street, Unpaved
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Open, Covered, Deck, Porch
- Fencing: Back Yard,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: See Remarks
- Frontage type: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 6,897 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 85 x 91 x 83 x 75
Details
- Parcel number: R09006012012000
- Zoning: MX
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Asbestos, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Block, Crawl Space
- Roof: Membrane,Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Heart of Carolina Beach
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Carolina Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $770/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,111,100
- Annual tax amount: $9,451
- Date on market: 2/20/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 163 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$2,762,000
$2.62M - $2.90M
$2,963/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/6/2026 | Price change | $3,000,000-9.1%$770/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #100555839 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,300,000+78.4%$847/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100555839 Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2022 | Sold | $1,850,000$475/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100315264 Report a problem | ||
| 3/12/2022 | Pending sale | $1,850,000$475/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100315264 Report a problem | ||
| 3/4/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,850,000+221.7%$475/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #100315264 Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2013 | Sold | $575,000+27.8%$148/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2006 | Sold | $450,000+150%$116/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/1/2003 | Sold | $180,000$46/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #30252945 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,451 +209.4% | $2,111,100 +373.3% |
| 2024 | $3,055 +3% | $446,000 |
| 2023 | $2,966 -0.7% | $446,000 |
| 2022 | $2,988 -2.9% | $446,000 |
| 2021 | $3,077 -6.6% | $446,000 +8.3% |
| 2020 | $3,294 | $411,800 |
| 2019 | $3,294 +33.3% | $411,800 |
| 2018 | $2,471 -23.1% | $411,800 |
| 2017 | $3,212 -3.1% | $411,800 +6.6% |
| 2016 | $3,314 +6.1% | $386,300 |
| 2015 | $3,125 +2.5% | $386,300 |
| 2014 | $3,048 | $386,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $386,300 +2.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $375,500 -9.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $415,696 |
| 2010 | -- | $415,696 |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | $215,792 +0.4% |
| 2004 | -- | $214,884 |
| 2003 | -- | $214,884 |
| 2002 | -- | $214,884 |
| 2001 | -- | $214,884 |
| 2000 | -- | $214,884 |
Find assessor info on the county website
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Neighborhood: 28428
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Carolina Beach ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Charles P Murray MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.6 mi
- 5/10Eugene Ashley HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.6 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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