Welcome to Sandy Cheeks, a refined coastal retreat in the heart of Corolla. Perfectly positioned on the third row in Ocean Sands, Section D, this thoughtfully updated home offers an exceptional blend of location, ocean views, and true turnkey ownership. Just steps from the community beach access—less than 500 feet away—and directly across from community tennis courts, the best of Corolla is quite literally at your doorstep. A charming footprint, the home features a new fortified roof, updated HVAC system and new ductwork, new spa, fresh interior paint, modern fixtures, updated baths, and durable LVP flooring throughout. The result is a clean, coastal aesthetic designed for effortless enjoyment and low-maintenance ownership. Inside, sun-filled living spaces welcome you from the moment you arrive. The top-level great room offers an open, airy layout ideal for gathering, relaxing, or simply enjoying the coastal light and breezes. An elevated ship’s watch with ocean views provides a peaceful nook for reading, working, or quiet reflection. The well-appointed kitchen flows seamlessly to indoor dining or alfresco meals on the screened porch, while a spacious sun deck offers the perfect setting for morning coffee or afternoon unwinding. This level also includes a private ensuite bedroom with deck access and a convenient half bath. The mid-level hosts an additional ensuite bedroom with access to the covered deck, where the spa awaits for evenings under the stars. Two additional bedrooms, one with semi-private bath access and deck entry, complete this floor, along with the home’s laundry area. A covered carport with dry entry ensures easy arrivals in any weather. Whether you’re walking to the soft-sand beaches, biking through Corolla, or enjoying nearby dining, shopping, and attractions, Sandy Cheeks delivers the quintessential Outer Banks lifestyle. With its prime location, thoughtful upgrades, and effortless livability, this coastal haven is ideal as a vacation retreat, investment property, or cherished second home. Your next chapter begins at Sandy Cheeks—where ocean views, comfort, and coastal living come together.
For sale
$874,000
551 White Whale Way, Corolla, NC 27927
4beds
2,048sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1990
-- sqft lot
$840,100 Zestimate®
$427/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Ocean viewsModern fixturesUpdated bathsFresh interior paintSpacious sun deckWell-appointed kitchenSun-filled living spaces
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Hunter Davis & OBX Legacy Home Sales Team,
Twiddy and Company - Corolla
Source: OBAR,MLS#: 134030
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Shipswatch
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Oven, Washer
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Carpet
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,048
- Total interior livable area: 2,048 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Paved, Off Street
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
- Waterfront features: 2 - lots from oceanfront (3rd row
Lot
- Features: Adj. To Common Area, Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 126A000220D000D
- Zoning: SFO
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Reverse Floor Plan,Coastal
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding, Lap Siding, Composite Siding
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1990
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Shared Septic
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Ocean Sands
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Ocean Access, Tennis Court(s)
Location
- Region: Corolla
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $427/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $490,900
- Annual tax amount: $5,768
- Date on market: 9/10/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 1 day
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Owned More than 12 Months
- Lease term: Weekly
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$840,100
$798,000 - $882,000
$2,606/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $874,000+17.2%$427/sqft |
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| 6/18/2021 | Sold | $746,000+186.9%$364/sqft |
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| 5/4/2017 | Sold | $260,000$127/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,851 +1.8% | $490,900 |
| 2024 | $5,749 +6.1% | $490,900 |
| 2023 | $5,418 +27.1% | $490,900 |
| 2022 | $4,264 +13.8% | $490,900 |
| 2021 | $3,747 +16% | $490,900 +17.3% |
| 2020 | $3,231 | $418,500 |
| 2019 | $3,231 -1.1% | $418,500 |
| 2018 | $3,267 +19.3% | $418,500 |
| 2017 | $2,739 | $418,500 |
| 2016 | $2,739 +8.5% | $418,500 |
| 2015 | $2,524 | $418,500 |
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