2256 Sandpiper Rd offers a quiet 4th row setting in the northern 4x4 area of Carova Beach, where open dunes, wide skies, and the sound of the ocean shape the pace of daily life. This 1/3 acre homesite sits in the X flood zone and features a level terrain with natural Live Oak trees, adding both character and a sense of privacy. With no HOA, electric available, and a prec test already for a 4-bedroom house, the property provides a practical starting point for future planning. The beach access is roughly 200 feet away at the end of the street, making it easy to reach the shoreline for sunrise walks, beach driving, or time spent along the water.
Access to the community is by 4x4 vehicle, as there are no paved roads, which helps preserve the low density, off the beaten path feel that defines Carova. The surrounding landscape includes maritime vegetation and open space, and it’s common to see pelicans gliding along the surf, dolphins just offshore, and the Corolla Wild Horses moving through the dunes. The location also offers convenient proximity to soundside exploration and the amenities of Corolla to the south. With Currituck County oversight and a natural setting that emphasizes privacy and simplicity, this homesite provides a relaxed foundation for anyone drawn to the quieter side of Outer Banks coastal living.
Lot/land
$110,000
2256 Sandpiper Rd, Corolla, NC 27927
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0.33Acres
Residential, Land
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0.33 Acres Lot
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What's special
Sound of the oceanWide skiesNatural live oak treesLevel terrainOpen spaceMaritime vegetationOpen dunes
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jean-Paul A Peron 252-564-9390,
EXP Realty, LLC - Coastal
Source: OBAR,MLS#: 132606
Facts & features
Property
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
- Waterfront features: 3 - lots from oceanfront (4th row)
- Frontage length: Street Frontage: 100
Lot
- Size: 0.33 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 145
- Features: Level, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 087A00900030002
- Zoning: SFR
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Perc Test On File
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Carova Beach
Location
- Region: Corolla
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $43,600
- Annual tax amount: $279
- Date on market: 4/22/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 506 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Owned More than 12 Months
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Unimproved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $110,000+17% |
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| 9/16/2022 | Sold | $94,000+108.9% |
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| 6/21/2018 | Sold | $45,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $279 | $43,600 |
| 2024 | $279 +10.3% | $43,600 |
| 2023 | $253 +20.8% | $43,600 |
| 2022 | $209 +2.1% | $43,600 |
| 2021 | $205 -3.4% | $43,600 +0.7% |
| 2020 | $212 | $43,300 |
| 2019 | $212 | $43,300 |
| 2018 | -- | $43,300 |
| 2017 | $208 | $43,300 |
| 2016 | $208 | $43,300 |
| 2015 | -- | $43,300 |
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