Tucked between the sound and ocean on desirable Lee Avenue, this charming, 4 bedroom, 2 bath beach cottage offers the best of Emerald Isle living. Custom built by coastal contractor, Dean Rice, this one-owner cottage has been lovingly maintained and is move-in ready. Enjoy easy access to both the Intracoastal Waterway (Sound Drive at the north end) and the Atlantic Ocean (Ocean Drive at the south end)—just a short stroll in either direction. Designed with coastal comfort in mind, this single-level, split-bedroom layout centers around an open living, kitchen, and dining area, perfect for gathering with family or friends. Interior features include: Open-concept layout with abundant natural light; conveys mostly furnished, including all kitchen and laundry appliances; and is Ideal as a primary residence, second home, or investment property—suitable for both weekly vacation rentals and long-term tenants. Outdoor features include: large covered parking area beneath the home; covered outdoor shower; spacious laundry room and storage shed; screened porches on both the front and back of the home for year-round enjoyment. This is a true island cottage offering comfort, location, and flexibility. Don't miss your opportunity to own a well-built coastal home just steps from both the sound and sea. Schedule a private tour today, before Summer's over.
Sold for $585,000
$585,000
402 Lee Avenue, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
4beds
1,234sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1999
0.29 Acres Lot
$585,600 Zestimate®
$474/sqft
$2,483 Estimated rent
Home value
$585,600
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Abundant natural lightLarge covered parking areaDesirable lee avenueCovered outdoor shower
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Listed by:
Donald A Whiteside 910-265-5401,
Emerald Isle Realty
Bought with:
Gabriele Brandt, 315298
Great Moves Realty
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100490035
Originating MLS: Carteret County Association of Realtors
Originating MLS: Carteret County Association of RealtorsFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Primary Living Area
Dining room
- Features: Combination, Eat-in Kitchen
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Furnished, Pantry, Blinds/Shades
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,234
- Total interior livable area: 1,234 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel, Concrete
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Outdoor Shower
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: None
- Waterfront features: Sound Side
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
- Dimensions: 75 x 170 x 75 x 170
- Features: Interior Lot, Sound Side
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 539418307972000
- Zoning: R2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Other, Slab, Pilings
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1999
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Not In Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
Location
- Region: Emerald Isle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $474/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $527,684
- Annual tax amount: $1,791
- Date on market: 2/20/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 339 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/20/2026 | Sold | $585,000-6.4%$474/sqft |
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| 1/24/2026 | Pending sale | $625,000$506/sqft |
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| 8/2/2025 | Price change | $625,000-3.8%$506/sqft |
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| 5/9/2025 | Price change | $650,000-2.3%$527/sqft |
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| 2/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $665,000$539/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,791 +5.2% | $275,809 |
| 2023 | $1,703 +2.9% | $275,809 |
| 2022 | $1,655 +2.3% | $275,809 |
| 2021 | $1,618 +0.6% | $275,809 |
| 2020 | $1,608 +160.1% | $275,809 +38.3% |
| 2019 | $618 | $199,381 |
| 2017 | $618 -2.4% | $199,381 |
| 2016 | $633 | $199,381 |
| 2015 | $633 +3.3% | $199,381 -22.8% |
| 2014 | $613 | $258,431 |
| 2013 | -- | $258,431 |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | $371,432 |
| 2009 | -- | $371,432 |
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Neighborhood: 28594
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GreatSchools rating
- 10/10White Oak ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.5 mi
- 7/10Broad Creek Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 7.5 mi
- 9/10Croatan High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: White Oak Elementary
- Middle: Broad Creek
- High: Croatan
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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