Popular short term rental for sale! (Over $28,000 in 2025 revenue and Over $20,000 in 2026 YTD as of August 31st). Experience sweeping ocean views and the sound of the surf at this oceanfront condo located in the heart of North Topsail Beach. This 1-bedroom unit offers an exceptional blend of beachfront lifestyle, value, and income potential, making it ideal as a personal retreat, continued use as an investment property, or both. Positioned directly on the oceanfront, this condo features Atlantic views and convenient beach access just steps from the building. The elevated third-floor location is private while providing expansive, panoramic views that are perfect for enjoying sunrise mornings and coastal evenings. Inside, the condo has been updated with low-maintenance LVP flooring and a bright, functional layout. The primary bedroom sleeps two, while an additional built-in bunk area provides sleeping space for two, maximizing flexibility and rental appeal. The unit is being sold fully furnished, allowing for a smooth and immediate transition for personal use or continued rental operations. This property is an active and successful short-term rental, with a strong history of frequent bookings. Please view the 3-D virtual tour and professional property video to fully experience the layout, finishes, and oceanfront setting. Oceanfront condos with third-floor views, recent updates, and established rental performance are increasingly rare. Unit 338 represents a standout opportunity to own a turn-key oceanfront property. Make your appointment today! Property can be purchased as a package with 2182 New River Inlet Rd Units 172 and 274.
For sale
$154,900
2224 New River Inlet Road #338, North Topsail Beach, NC 28460
1beds
537sqft
Condominium
Built in 1981
-- sqft lot
$145,600 Zestimate®
$288/sqft
$646/mo HOA
What's special
Oceanfront condoSweeping ocean viewsSound of the surfExpansive panoramic viewsAtlantic viewsPrimary bedroom sleeps twoElevated third-floor location
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
The Nilsen Team 252-367-1186,
eXp Realty,
Stephen Nilsen 252-367-1186,
eXp Realty
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100601612
Originating MLS: Coastal Plains Association of Realtors
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Master Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Built-In Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: None
Features
- None, Blinds/Shades
- Flooring: LVT/LVP
- Basement: None
- Attic: None
- Has fireplace: No
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 537
- Total interior livable area: 537 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Parking Lot
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Covered, Balcony
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
- Waterfront features: Ocean Front
- Frontage type: Oceanfront
Lot
- Features: Ocean Side
Details
- Parcel number: 032802
- Zoning: R-5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Fiber Cement, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Other, Pilings
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1981
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Topsail Reef
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Barbecue, Beach Access, Coin Laundry, Maintenance Common Areas, Maintenance Grounds, Master Insure, Pest Control, Tennis Court(s), Owner Pets Only
- HOA fee: $7,752 annually
- HOA name: Topsail Reef HOA
- HOA phone: 910-509-7276
Location
- Region: North Topsail Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $288/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $155,000
- Annual tax amount: $1,681
- Date on market: 9/4/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 8 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Commercial,Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$145,600
$138,000 - $153,000
$1,669/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $154,900$288/sqft |
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| 8/1/2026 | Listing removed | $154,900$288/sqft |
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| 4/13/2026 | Price change | $154,900-1.9%$288/sqft |
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| 1/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $157,900-18%$294/sqft |
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| 12/2/2025 | Listing removed | $192,500+21.7%$358/sqft |
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| 9/30/2025 | Price change | $158,130-11.2%$294/sqft |
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| 10/27/2024 | Listed for sale | $178,130-7.5%$332/sqft |
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| 4/21/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/19/2024 | Price change | $192,500-1%$358/sqft |
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| 11/8/2023 | Listed for sale | $194,500+29.8%$362/sqft |
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| 12/17/2021 | Sold | $149,900-3.2%$279/sqft |
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| 11/9/2021 | Pending sale | $154,900$288/sqft |
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| 10/22/2021 | Price change | $154,900-7.8%$288/sqft |
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| 8/13/2021 | Listed for sale | $168,000+2300%$313/sqft |
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| 3/7/2014 | Sold | $7,000$13/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,681 | $155,000 |
| 2024 | $1,681 | $155,000 |
| 2023 | $1,681 0% | $155,000 |
| 2022 | $1,682 +172.4% | $155,000 +192.5% |
| 2021 | $617 +7.7% | $53,000 +3.1% |
| 2020 | $573 | $51,410 |
| 2019 | $573 +3.2% | $51,410 -3% |
| 2018 | $556 -30.6% | $53,000 -29.3% |
| 2017 | $801 | $75,000 |
| 2016 | $801 | $75,000 |
| 2015 | $801 | $75,000 |
| 2014 | $801 +4.3% | $75,000 -6.3% |
| 2013 | $768 +17.1% | $80,000 |
| 2012 | $656 | $80,000 |
| 2011 | $656 -17.5% | $80,000 |
| 2010 | $795 -27% | $80,000 -38.8% |
| 2009 | $1,089 +18.3% | $130,726 |
| 2008 | $921 -23.2% | $130,726 -20% |
| 2007 | $1,198 +4.3% | $163,408 |
| 2006 | $1,149 +76.7% | $163,408 +241.7% |
| 2005 | $651 | $47,823 |
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Neighborhood: 28460
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Coastal Elementary
- Middle: Dixon
- High: Dixon
Source: Hive MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





