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    • $350,000

    493 Island Road, Harkers Island, NC 28531

    2beds
    836sqft
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    $1,989/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1920
    7,362 Square Feet Lot
    $346,500 Zestimate®
    $419/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    This charming two-bedroom, one-bath cottage is ideally situated on the west end of the highly desirable Harkers Island. Surrounded by beautiful live oaks and cedar trees, the home offers a peaceful and inviting atmosphere perfect for relaxation. Enjoy the gentle summer breeze while relaxing on the cozy front porch. An outdoor shower provides convenience after a day at the beach or boating. The cottage comes fully furnished and includes wood flooring throughout except bedrooms and bath. The kitchen has been updated, and the bathroom is newly renovated. Fresh paint adds to the bright and welcoming ambiance. Currently used as a vacation rental, the property is conveniently located near a public boat ramp, beautiful beaches, local restaurants, Cape Lookout National Seashore, and the historic town of Beaufort.
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    Likely to sell faster than

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Jo Ann W Mangum 252-723-3146,

    Eddy Myers Real Estate

    Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100588673MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Carteret County Association of Realtors

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2
      Heating
      • Heat Pump, Electric
      Cooling
      • Heat Pump
      Appliances
      • Included: Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Electric Range
      Features
      • Furnished
      • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Wood
      • Furnished: Yes
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 836
      • Total interior livable area: 836 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Unpaved
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch
      • Fencing: None
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: None
      • Frontage type: See Remarks
      Lot
      • Size: 7,362 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 56 x 143 x 36 x 143
      Details
      • Parcel number: 732515743782000
      • Zoning: none
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Composition, Wood Siding, Fiber Cement, Wood Frame
      • Foundation: Crawl Space
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1920

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Not In Subdivision
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Harkers Island

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $419/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $193,702
      • Annual tax amount: $708
      • Date on market: 7/14/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 8 days
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $346,500

        $329,000 - $364,000

        $1,660/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/17/2026Pending sale$350,000$419/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100588673 Report a problem
        7/14/2026Listed for sale$350,000+218.2%$419/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #100588673 Report a problem
        8/26/2014Sold$110,000-5.1%$132/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #11403828 Report a problem
        8/9/2014Pending sale$115,900$139/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX Ocean Properties #14-3828 Report a problem
        8/9/2014Listed for sale$115,900+101.6%$139/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX Ocean Properties #14-3828 Report a problem
        5/15/2013Sold$57,500-27.2%$69/sqft
        Source: Hive MLS #11300437 Report a problem
        1/29/2013Listed for sale$79,000$94/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX Ocean Properties #13-437 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$708 +46.8%$193,702 +131.8%
        2024$482 -13.3%$83,572
        2023$556 +3.1%$83,572
        2022$540 $83,572
        2021$540 -1.5%$83,572
        2020$548 +25.4%$83,572 -12.8%
        2019$437 $95,810
        2017$437 -25%$95,810
        2016$582 $95,810
        2015$582 +6.1%$95,810 +27.9%
        2014$549 $74,915
        2013-- $74,915
        2012-- --
        2011-- --
        2010-- $138,511
        2009-- $138,511
        Find assessor info on the county website

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 28531

        Getting around

        6 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        29 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Harkers Island
        • Middle: Down East
        • High: East Carteret

        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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