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Sold for $887,500
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    4478 Island Drive, North Topsail Beach, NC 28460

    5beds
    2,100sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2002
    0.26 Acres Lot
    $887,600 Zestimate®
    $423/sqft
    $3,274 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $887,600

    $843,000 - $932,000

    $3,274/mo

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    What's special

    Wake up to the sound of the ocean and enjoy everything Topsail Beach has to offer! 4478 Island Drive is located on a B-Lot with unobstructed ocean views. This home combines coastal living with rental potential, featuring a private boardwalk to the beach. Tucked away from high-traffic access points, the location allows you to enjoy Topsail Beach with fewer crowds. This home features 5 bedrooms and 5.5 baths, and it sleeps up to 14. The layout offers a reverse floor plan, placing the main living area upstairs to take advantage of natural light and ocean views. The layout works well for both personal use and guests, offering a balance of open gathering space and private bedrooms. Four bedrooms with en-suite baths are located on the lower floor, while the primary suite is set apart on the main level. Outdoor spaces are designed for easy coastal living, with two expansive decks offering direct ocean views. Additionally, this home features a private hot tub and outdoor shower -ideal after a day at the beach. Whether you're looking for your own Topsail retreat or a property that can generate rental income, this home delivers both.

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    Listed by:

    Nancy Conti,

    Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage

    Bought with:

    Joann Marie McDermon, 282569

    Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Treasure

    Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100566063MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Jacksonville Board of Realtors

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 6
    • Full bathrooms: 5
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Master Bedroom, Living Room, Dining Room
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: Second
    • Dimensions: 16 x 13
    Bedroom 1
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 13 x 12
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 13 x 12
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 13 x 12
    Bedroom 4
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 13 x 11
    Dining room
    • Level: Second
    • Dimensions: 13 x 8
    Living room
    • Level: Second
    • Dimensions: 21 x 18
    Heating
    • Heat Pump, Electric
    Cooling
    • Zoned, Heat Pump
    Appliances
    • Included: Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range
    • Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
    Features
    • High Ceilings, Solid Surface, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Furnished, Hot Tub, Reverse Floor Plan, Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades
    • Flooring: LVT/LVP, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
    • Basement: None
    • Furnished: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,100
    • Total interior livable area: 2,100 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Gravel, Underhouse
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Patio & porch: Front Porch, Rear Porch
    • Exterior features: Outdoor Shower
    • Pool features: Pool/Spa Combo
    • Fencing: None
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Ocean
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Ocean
    • Waterfront features: Ocean Front
    • Frontage type: Oceanfront
    Lot
    • Size: 0.26 Acres
    • Dimensions: 141 x 40 x 506 x 358 x 16
    • Features: Level, Ocean Side
    Details
    • Parcel number: 768a37
    • Zoning: R-5
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
    • Foundation: Other, Pilings
    • Roof: Architectural Shingle
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 2002

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
    Green energy
    • Green verification: None

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
    • Subdivision: Trailwood
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: North Topsail Beach

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $423/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $545,684
    • Annual tax amount: $5,920
    • Date on market: 4/9/2026
    • Cumulative days on market: 43 days
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/31/2026Sold$887,500-9%$423/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100566063 Report a problem
    5/21/2026Contingent$975,000$464/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100566063 Report a problem
    5/5/2026Price change$975,000-2%$464/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100566063 Report a problem
    4/21/2026Price change$995,000-13.5%$474/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100566063 Report a problem
    4/9/2026Listed for sale$1,150,000-14.8%$548/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100566063 Report a problem
    9/9/2025Listing removed$1,349,000$642/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100494447 Report a problem
    7/17/2025Price change$1,349,000-2.9%$642/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100494447 Report a problem
    3/19/2025Listed for sale$1,388,900+156.2%$661/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100494447 Report a problem
    6/29/2019Sold$542,131-5.7%$258/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100160250 Report a problem
    5/25/2019Pending sale$575,000$274/sqft
    Source: Treasure Realty Inc #100160250 Report a problem
    4/15/2019Listed for sale$575,000+1.8%$274/sqft
    Source: Treasure Realty Inc #100160250 Report a problem
    1/1/2019Listing removed$565,000$269/sqft
    Source: Treasure Realty Inc #100022455 Report a problem
    7/16/2018Price change$565,000-1.7%$269/sqft
    Source: Treasure Realty Inc #100022455 Report a problem
    8/3/2017Price change$575,000-4%$274/sqft
    Source: Treasure Realty Inc #100022455 Report a problem
    2/3/2017Price change$599,000-3.2%$285/sqft
    Source: Treasure Realty Inc #100022455 Report a problem
    7/23/2016Listed for sale$619,000+13.8%$295/sqft
    Source: Treasure Realty Inc #100022455 Report a problem
    8/29/2008Sold$544,000-8.8%$259/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    7/13/2008Listed for sale$596,800-3.8%$284/sqft
    Source: Century 21 #94785 Report a problem
    4/30/2008Sold$620,582$296/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$5,920 $545,684
    2024$5,920 $545,684
    2023$5,920 -24.8%$545,684 -24.8%
    2022$7,871 +52.4%$725,392 +63.6%
    2021$5,165 +4.5%$443,380
    2020$4,944 -19%$443,380 -19%
    2019$6,102 +6.3%$547,270
    2018$5,738 +10.9%$547,270 +12.9%
    2017$5,176 $484,560
    2016$5,176 $484,560
    2015$5,176 $484,560
    2014$5,176 +14.8%$484,560 +3.2%
    2013$4,510 +17.1%$469,550
    2012$3,853 $469,550
    2011$3,853 -3.5%$469,550
    2010$3,992 -26.7%$469,550 -35.5%
    2009$5,448 +14.5%$727,740
    2008$4,759 -3.7%$727,740
    2007$4,940 +4.6%$727,740
    2006$4,722 +87.2%$727,740 +238.6%
    2005$2,522 $214,937 +27.9%
    2002-- $168,011
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 28460

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    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.

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